Akapuao Tapere Travel Guide

Rarotonga

A clear blue pool surrounded by palm trees and a view of the ocean.
A beach with palm trees, a kayak, and lounge chairs.
A beach with clear turquoise water, palm trees, and a cloudy sky.
A close-up of a green plant with long, narrow leaves radiating from a central point.
A stone Buddha head sculpture with a pot on top, surrounded by lush greenery.

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

Snorkelling from the glass bottom boat

Half-Day Muri Lagoon BBQ Lunch Cruise including Snorkeling

฿2,243
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Half-Day Muri Lagoon BBQ Lunch Cruise including Snorkeling
Ariki Adventures: Premium Sea Scooter Turtle Adventure

Ariki Adventures: Premium Sea Scooter Turtle Adventure

฿3,574
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Ariki Adventures: Premium Sea Scooter Turtle Adventure
Tour bus in Cook Islands

Going Troppo Nightlife Tour

฿1,553
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Going Troppo Nightlife Tour
Tourists having fun on the Cook Islands

Private Arts & Crafts Tour with Lunch

฿5,602
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Private Arts & Crafts Tour with Lunch
Tpour bus in Cook Islands

Island Discovery Tour by Island Hopper Vacations

฿1,985
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Island Discovery Tour by Island Hopper Vacations
Rarotonga Cruise Ship Special

Rarotonga Cruise Ship Special

฿3,763
per adult
Rarotonga Cruise Ship Special
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Top hotels in Akapuao Tapere

Little Polynesian Resort

Little Polynesian Resort

5 out of 5
Main Road, Titikaveka Rarotonga
The price is ฿14,040 per night from 30 Nov to 1 Dec
฿14,040
฿16,146 total
30 Nov - 1 Dec
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (120 reviews)
"Brilliant trip, beautiful small resort. Absolute quality. Love and thanks to Flo, Meli, Jay and Aiza who treated us like family."

Reviewed on 20 Oct 2026

Little Polynesian Resort
Raina Holiday Accommodation

Raina Holiday Accommodation

3 out of 5
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 Tikioki Beach are ...
6.8/10 (102 reviews)
"A great location with the lagoon and beach directly across the road. Food and drink is a walking distance to Charlie's. Spacious and clean rooms, good wifi."

Reviewed on 10 Oct 2026

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Raina Holiday Accommodation
The Edgewater Resort & Spa

The Edgewater Resort & Spa

3.5 out of 5
Avarua Rarotonga
The price is ฿5,567 per night from 14 Nov to 15 Nov
฿5,567
฿6,402 total
14 Nov - 15 Nov
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! (1,003 reviews)
"The rooms are modern and clean. Staff are very helpful.In the restaurant Edward and Yuni took care of making us breakfast packs as our flight was early morning"

Reviewed on 28 Oct 2026

The Edgewater Resort & Spa
Club Raro Resort – Adults Only

Club Raro Resort – Adults Only

3 out of 5
Ara Tapu Rarotonga
The price is ฿4,493 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
฿4,493
฿5,167 total
16 Nov - 17 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 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. ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,003 reviews)
"Great location, convenient to bus stops, all day food and beverage menu, very clean and tidy units, affordable, friendly staff, meitaki maata"

Reviewed on 30 Oct 2026

Club Raro Resort – Adults Only
The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium

The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium

4 out of 5
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! (578 reviews)
"Absolutely enjoyed our stay everything was clean staff lovely"

Reviewed on 26 Oct 2026

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The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium
The Islander Hotel

The Islander Hotel

3 out of 5
Main Road Rarotonga
The price is ฿4,743 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
฿4,743
฿5,454 total
2 Nov - 3 Nov
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. ...
8.2/10 Very good! (660 reviews)
"Great stay if getting in late at the airport super convenient"

Reviewed on 30 Oct 2026

The Islander Hotel
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Where to stay in Akapuao Tapere

Find the best Akapuao Tapere areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A sunset over a calm lake with palm trees and a distant shoreline.
Photo by Nico Cheutin
Open Photo by Nico Cheutin

Muri

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

A sign for Te Vara-Nui Village with directions to the Cultural Village Centre, Over Water Island Show, and Weddings Venue.

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.
Photo by Zach Cain
Open Photo by Zach Cain

Arorangi

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

A tropical landscape with a paved path, palm trees, and dense green foliage.

Tapere of Titikaveka

Tapere of Titikaveka is known for its beaches, and you can plan a trip to Muri Beach and Tikioki Beach while you're in town.

A tropical beach with clear turquoise waters, a sandy shore, and lush green mountains in the background.

Takuvaine Tapere

While visiting Takuvaine Tapere, you might make a stop by sights like Cook Islands Library and Museum and Para O Tane Palace.

Akapuao Tapere Travel Guide