Popular places to visit
Muri Beach
Stretch out comfortably on the bone-white beach while watching the sunrise over Rarotonga’s popular lagoon.
Aroa Beach
Leave the bustle of the modern world behind and lounge on stretches of powdery white sand with the transparent Pacific Ocean at your fingertips.
Muri Lagoon
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Muri Lagoon during your travels in Rarotonga. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.
Tikioki Marine Sanctuary
Swim with multi-colored fish or spend hours on a stretch of powdery white beach at one of Rarotonga's best coastal spots. Dive around nearby shipwrecks.
Te Vara Nui Village
Join an interactive experience to appreciate the authentic educational and entertaining story of Cook Islands’ culture.
Cook Island Christian Church
Attend a service and chat with locals in this small and charming whitewashed church, which dates back to the mid 19th century.
Matavera Hotel Deals
Ikurangi Eco Retreat
Loved the freshness and flavour of the breakfast. The staff were very nice and friendly. Our room was spacious, lovely and clean.
Reviewed on 2025/11/7
Seaside Beachfront Villas
The apartment was lovely with amazing views of the ocean. It was very spacious and had all the facilities that we needed. Whilst eating out in the area was limited if you don’t have a car. There was one place however called B&Js. Fantastic food over looking the ocean. The service was outstanding. ...
Reviewed on 2025/11/2
Charlie's Villas
great location, great price, very private -took a while to get use to the neighbors roosters will be back with the family Thank you
Reviewed on 2025/10/27
The Edgewater Resort & Spa
Overall good property and overall nice place to stay, Friendly staff, buffet breakfast was average, only continental not even eggs that you have to purchase. Fresh fruits were limited.
Reviewed on 2025/11/12
The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium
Hotel and staff were amazing especially our wonderful waiter Norman. Would definitely stay here again. Snorkelling just off the beach was awesome.
Reviewed on 2025/11/12
Sanctuary Rarotonga-On the beach - Adults Only
Having direct access to the marine reserve for snorkeling, swimming and free use of equipment was fantastic.
Reviewed on 2025/10/22
Other neighborhoods around Matavera
Tupapa Tapere
While Tupapa Tapere isn't home to many top sights, Muri Beach and Cook Islands Library and Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.
Turangi Tapere
While Turangi Tapere might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Muri Beach and Te Vara Nui Village.
Kiikii Tapere
When in Kiikii Tapere, you can plan a visit to Beachcomber Pearl Market and Cook Islands Library and Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Areiti Tapere
While visiting Areiti Tapere, you might make a stop by sights like Muri Beach and Muri Night Markets.
Takuvaine Tapere
While visiting Takuvaine Tapere, you might make a stop by sights like Cook Islands Library and Museum and Arai-Te-Tonga.
Muri
If you're spending some time in Muri, Muri Beach and Muri Night Markets are top sights worth seeing.
