Matavera Travel Guide
Rarotonga

Visit Matavera
Things to do

Half-Day Muri Lagoon BBQ Lunch Cruise including Snorkeling

Ariki Adventures: Premium Sea Scooter Turtle Adventure

'Explore' Rarotonga Guided Bike Tour with Lunch and Swim

Eco Friendly Sea Scooter Turtle Tour in Rarotonga
Top hotels in Matavera

Charlie's Villas
"I liked how spacious the villa was. There amenities to cook was handy it was everything we needed 😊"
Reviewed on 1 Jul 2026

Ikurangi Eco Retreat
"We recently spent a week staying in the cabins and, overall, had a pleasant experience. The surroundings were beautiful, with lovely natural scenery that created a relaxing and peaceful atmosphere. The staff were friendly, helpful, and provided good service throughout our stay. The area was generally ..."
Reviewed on 4 Aug 2026

Seaside Beachfront Villas
"Nice large single room and outside sheltered deck. Great views of the sea. Very rocky shore so beach walks a bit limited. Not swimmable. Lounge chairs hard, cushions not very good. Handy to Muri, a small supermarket and pub nearby."
Reviewed on 8 Aug 2026

The Edgewater Resort & Spa
"We enjoyed our stay here as it was within our price range. The free buffet breakfast consists of fruit, cereal, cakes & muffins, yoghurts and bread for toasting along with tea, coffee and juice. It was fine for us but other people were complaining about having to pay for a cooked breakfast. Its a ..."
Reviewed on 8 Aug 2026

The Islander Hotel
"We had a fantastic stay at The Islander Hotel Rarotonga and couldn't have chosen a better place. The location is perfect—just a few minutes from the airport and close to everything you need, making it incredibly convenient for exploring the island. One of the highlights was the beachfront restaurant. ..."
Reviewed on 7 Aug 2026

The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium
"We really enjoyed our stay, especially with amazing snorkelling right off the beach on the resort."
Reviewed on 6 Aug 2026
Where to stay in Matavera

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

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

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

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.

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.




















