The Best Hotels Closest to Puaikura Beach in Rarotonga - 2026 Updated Prices

Our top choices for Puaikura Beach hotels

On the beach, white sand, sun-loungers, beach towels

The Edgewater Resort & Spa

Arorangi, 3.4 km from Puaikura Beach

Jamie

฿9,926 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Jun - 12 Jun

The Islander Hotel

6.1 km from Puaikura Beach

Doreen

฿7,316 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Jun - 18 Jun

Deluxe Beachfront Room | Beach/ocean view

Muri Beach Club

Muri, 9.9 km from Puaikura Beach

Karen

฿11,804 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Jun - 27 Jun

Pacific Resort Rarotonga

Muri, 9.8 km from Puaikura Beach

Teresa

฿16,256 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Jun - 16 Jun

Nautilus Resort

Muri, 9.5 km from Puaikura Beach

Peter

฿29,587 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Jun - 13 Jun

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
The Edgewater Resort & Spa	3.5 star property	8.6 Excellent 1,000 reviews	View
The Islander Hotel	3.0 star property	8.0 Very good 608 reviews	View
Muri Beach Club	4.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 379 reviews	View
Pacific Resort Rarotonga	4.5 star property	9.0 Wonderful 308 reviews	View
Nautilus Resort	4.5 star property	9.6 Exceptional 111 reviews	View

Top Puaikura Beach Hotel Reviews

Aroa Beachside Resort

6/10 Okay

"If your idea of a great holiday is being at the bar all day and listening to beats at the beach this place would be good for you, but if you are looking for relaxing or an adults only environment go somewhere else. This is best described as a well attended family bar with some accommodation attached. Expect music to play from late morning to 9 pm which can be heard through the rooms even with the doors closed. Its particularly loud when they have a band (several nights a week) - don't expect to be able to watch TV or read a book in your room on those nights loud. A lot of people and families come in for the bar all day everyday which is in the middle of everything. This is a good location to do activities on the west coast and is on the bus route. Snorkeling off the beach is reasonable. There are several food options a short walk away and a grocery store about 10 min walk south on the main road. The food on site is very nice but not always filling, you will need to order early (e.g by 5:30pm as there are often large crowds and long lines to order food at the bar). The rooms have full kitchen through."

The Edgewater Resort & Spa

4/10 Poor

"There were plumbing issues. After every shower, the drains would block and would take a long time before the shower water would clear, and it stunk the whole bathroom out. Around the outside of the Mitiaro building, it stunk like sewage, constantly. There seemed to be staff shortages, two days in a row without room service. I still love Rarotonga and would most definitely return. But I think there can by far be room for improvement."

Sanctuary Rarotonga-On the beach - Adults Only

10/10 Excellent

"We thoroughly enjoyed this resort. The rooms were clean and had had a cool Polynesian vibe to it. The breakfast every morning was so good. Best of all were the staff. Each and every person was beyond friendly and kind. Big shout out to our server Jayesh. He was so awesome!"

Crown Beach Resort & Spa

6/10 Okay

"The pros: staff were kind and friendly, and the rooms are nice and spacious. The cons: the room we were in got barely any sun, so the pool was always too cold to use. The insect screens were broken so we were constantly battling mosquitos in our room. The listing states two restaurants when there is only one, it says they have bikes which they don’t, they don’t actually have a shuttle, they just arrange one for you but a few days notice minimum is apparently required. They advertise snorkelling gear, but one we picked up was filled with black mould, and the flippers were torn and unable to be used. And the breakfast buffet… easily the worst I’ve ever had. To put it simply, the price does not match the quality you will receive. The price should be halved, then the experience you get would be reasonable"

Serenity Villas Rarotonga

10/10 Excellent

"Our 2nd time staying here, we love it, good location, on beach. Quiet and peaceful Hosts super friendly and helpful. All conveniences supplied if you want to be able to do some of your own food, which sometimes you need to do in Raro, as supplies not always easy to get. Highly recommend this wonderful resort."

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Aroa Beach

4.6/5 (498 reviews)

Leave the bustle of the modern world behind and lounge on stretches of powdery white sand with the transparent Pacific Ocean at your fingertips.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Puaikura Beach?

Puaikura Beach is located in Rarotonga. This family-friendly area is known for its beautiful beaches and snorkelling. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 41 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near Puaikura Beach?

Adjacent to Puaikura Beach, Aroa Beachside Resort is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and a restaurant. Other good choices within a short distance include The Black Pearl Beach Side Apartments and The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium.

How many hotels will I be able to find close to Puaikura Beach?

Expedia has 41 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Puaikura Beach.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Puaikura Beach, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals available near Puaikura Beach.

What can I see and do near Puaikura Beach?

Cook Islands Library and Museum, Cook Islands National Museum and Sir Geoffrey Henry National Culture Centre feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Arai-Te-Tonga, Para O Tane Palace and Wreck of the Matai are some of the local landmarks to explore. Enjoy a stroll along the shore at Aroa Beach, Nikao Beach and Turoa Beach.

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The Edgewater Resort & Spa

The Islander Hotel

Muri Beach Club

Pacific Resort Rarotonga

Nautilus Resort

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Top Puaikura Beach Hotel Reviews

Aroa Beachside Resort

The Edgewater Resort & Spa

Sanctuary Rarotonga-On the beach - Adults Only

Manuia Beach Resort

The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium

Crown Beach Resort & Spa

Serenity Villas Rarotonga

Lagoon Breeze Villas

The Black Pearl Beach Side Apartments

Hotels near other Puaikura Beach attractions

Aroa Beach

Highland Paradise Cultural Centre

Cocoputt

Te Rua Manga

Wigmore's Waterfall

Black Rock

Rarotonga Golf Club

Sir Geoffrey Henry National Culture Centre

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Aroa Beachside Resort

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