Name: The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium
Rating: 8.2

Stay near popular Akapuao Tapere attractions

Maire Nui Botanical Gardens

8.4/10 (110 reviews)

Enjoy a stroll around these colorful, tropical flower-filled gardens followed by a lunch featuring fresh garden produce in the on-site café.

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Things to do

Half-Day Muri Lagoon BBQ Lunch Cruise including Snorkeling

฿2,195

per adult

100% of travellers recommend

Ariki Adventures: Premium Sea Scooter Turtle Adventure

฿3,609

per adult

100% of travellers recommend

Going Troppo Nightlife Tour

฿1,742

per adult

78% of travellers recommend

'Explore' Rarotonga Guided Bike Tour with Lunch and Swim

฿2,864

per adult

Eco Friendly Sea Scooter Turtle Tour in Rarotonga

฿3,437

per adult

100% of travellers recommend

Island Discovery Tour by Island Hopper Vacations

฿2,005

per adult

98% of travellers recommend

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Top hotels in Akapuao Tapere

Little Polynesian Resort

Main Road, Titikaveka Rarotonga

Stay at this luxury resort in Rarotonga. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Muri Beach and Maire Nui Botanical Gardens are ...

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Raina Holiday Accommodation

Akapauo, Titikaveka, South East Rarotonga

Stay at this hotel in Rarotonga. Enjoy free parking, Wi-Fi (surcharge) and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Muri Beach and Aroa Beach are ...

6.8/10 (100 reviews)

"Raina is very conveniently located opposite a great snorkeling spot (Fruits of Raratonga). and 200m from Charlies - a great place to eat and relax and gaze out over the lagoon. The gardens are lovely and lush with beautiful plants and flowers and there are loungers to relax on. Bus stop just outside. ..."

Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026

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The Edgewater Resort & Spa

Avarua Rarotonga

฿8,809

฿10,130 total

15 Aug - 16 Aug

includes taxes & fees

Stay at this beach resort in Rarotonga. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...

8.6/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)

"Resort is great. Just know that while they list having 24 hour airport shuttle, this is blatantly false advertising. They have no shuttle. They will be happy to direct you to a cab for $25 per person, oh also they only take cash. If you didn’t bring NZE cash, there is an ATM handy, but expect a long ..."

Reviewed on 25 Jul 2026

The Islander Hotel

Main Road Rarotonga

฿6,493

฿7,467 total

23 Aug - 24 Aug

includes taxes & fees

Stay at this beach hotel in Rarotonga. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...

8/10 Very good! (623 reviews)

"Amazing service, clean and just what you need for an overnight stay."

Reviewed on 25 Jul 2026

Club Raro Resort – Adults Only

Ara Tapu Rarotonga

฿5,567

฿6,402 total

18 Aug - 19 Aug

includes taxes & fees

Stay at this beach resort in Rarotonga. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...

8.2/10 Very good! (1,004 reviews)

"A very well maintained establishment and spotlessly clean with friendly staff. Complimentary shuttle runs between Club Raro and their sister hotel Edgewater which has a very sandy beach. Ours was a brief overnight stay with generous dinner servings and left too early for our flight to experience ..."

Reviewed on 25 Jul 2026

The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium

Aroa Beach Marine Reserve, Arorangi Rarotonga

Stay at this beach hotel in Rarotonga. Enjoy free parking, 2 restaurants and a private beach. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the family amenities in ...

8.2/10 Very good! (554 reviews)

"Loved the fact we could have 3 connecting rooms, perfect for our family of 5. Clean rooms, aircon and fans. Beds super comfortable and a balcony on all rooms. It was a quiet property with the most amazing snorkelling spot. So many tropical fish and turtles. The marine guide was awesome too. Staff ..."

Reviewed on 21 Jul 2026

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Where to stay in Akapuao Tapere

Find the best Akapuao Tapere areas for the activities you enjoy most.

A beach with clear turquoise water, palm trees, and a sandy shore.

Muri

While visiting Muri, you might make a stop by sights like Muri Beach and Muri Night Markets.

A clear blue pool surrounded by palm trees and a view of the ocean.

Takitumu District

While visiting Takitumu District, you might make a stop by sights like Muri Beach and Tikioki Beach.

A tropical beach with clear turquoise water, palm trees, and a wooden fence.

Arorangi

Arorangi is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Aroa Beach and Black Rock.

A harbor with boats, a dock, and a mountainous backdrop.

Avarua

Beaches, snorkelling and bars are just a few things travellers enjoy about Avarua. Check out Cook Islands Library and Museum or Punanga Nui Market while you're exploring the area.