Avarua is a welcoming neighborhood that travelers like for its island views and bars. Be sure to check out Cook Islands Library and Museum and Punanga Nui Market as part of your Avarua travel plans.

Where is the best hotel for a stay in Avarua?

Based on our traveler data, Club Raro Resort – Adults Only is one of the top choices for your stay in Avarua. This resort offers free breakfast and a restaurant. Another good choice for your stay in the area is Kia Orana Villas and Spa .

How many hotels are there in the Avarua area?

Expedia has 30 hotels and other accommodations in Avarua to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Rarotonga area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Avarua, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get top deals in Avarua.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Avarua?

For additional details about changing or cancelling your trip to Avarua, head over to our customer service page .

What can I see and do in this Rarotonga neighborhood?

If you're looking forward to a day of shopping in Avarua, consider Punanga Nui Market or Beachcomber Pearl Market, and pick out the perfect souvenir. Cook Islands Library and Museum and Cook Islands National Museum are also a couple of places to visit in the neighborhood. A few places to visit in the area around Avarua include Para O Tane Palace, Beachcomber Gallery, and Wreck of the Matai. Arai-Te-Tonga and Moturakau are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Rarotonga.

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Our top choices for Avarua hotels

1. Club Raro Resort – Adults Only

Avarua

mati

₩277,228 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 18 - Aug 19

2. Atupa Suites

Avarua

Stephan

₩445,087 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 19 - Aug 20

3. Ocean Spray Villas

Avarua

Nicole

₩488,818 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 9 - Aug 10

4. The Islander Hotel

2 km from Avarua

Shane

₩323,318 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 27 - Aug 28

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

5. The Edgewater Resort & Spa

Arorangi, 4.9 km from Avarua

Margaret

₩438,664 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 2 - Aug 3

6. The Black Pearl Beach Side Apartments

Arorangi, 5.8 km from Avarua

Gary

₩278,919 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 25 - Aug 26

Iron/ironing board, cribs (free), rollaway beds (free), WiFi (surcharge)

7. Muri Lagoon View Bungalows

Muri, 6.7 km from Avarua

Carlin

₩223,609 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 3 - Aug 4

8. Crown Beach Resort & Spa

Arorangi, 5 km from Avarua

Dimitrios

₩491,278 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 25 - Aug 26

9. Avana Valley Heights

Takitumu District, 6 km from Avarua

Trevor

₩213,838 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 28 - Jul 29

10. Castaway Resort

Arorangi, 4.5 km from Avarua

Colm

₩246,581 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 27 - Aug 28

11. Aroa Kainga Bungalows

Arorangi, 5.9 km from Avarua

Jennifer

₩367,131 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 15 - Aug 16

12. Mama Taras

Muri, 6.9 km from Avarua

Leedia

₩342,538 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 15 - Aug 16

Deluxe Beachfront Room | Beach/ocean view

13. Muri Beach Club

Muri, 7.2 km from Avarua

Karen

₩746,235 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 29 - Jul 30

14. Muri Beach Resort

Muri, 7.3 km from Avarua

Tracey

₩772,099 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 18 - Aug 19

Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

15. Little Polynesian Resort

Akapuao Tapere, 7.3 km from Avarua

Catherine

16. Nautilus Resort

Muri, 7.3 km from Avarua

Haley

₩1,233,583 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 28 - Jul 29

17. Pacific Resort Rarotonga

Muri, 7.2 km from Avarua

Susan

₩718,428 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 11 - Aug 12

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Where to stay in Avarua

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Muri

If you're spending some time in Muri, Muri Beach and Muri Night Markets are top sights worth seeing.

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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.

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

Arorangi

As the sun sets, relax on Rarotonga’s coast next to the clear waters of an azure lagoon. Enjoy exploring the wonders of the Cook Islands.

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

Tapere of Titikaveka

Swim, scuba or snorkel in some of the most pristine waters in the world. Relax in a beach bungalow and awake to views of the blue-green lagoon.

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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 Arai-Te-Tonga.

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Top Avarua Hotel Reviews

Muri Beach Club

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent facilities and staff made for an excellent stay, all 1st class"

Lagoon Breeze Villas

10/10 Excellent

"It was a great stay for a week in a quiet, clean and roomy 1 bedroom villa. The staff were friendly and helpful, the grounds were well cared for and the breakfast was delicious. We borrowed a kayak and life jackets, all in good order and complimentary. You should definitely stay here. (3 adults from Australia)"

The Edgewater Resort & Spa

8/10 Good

"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 line for the one ATM. After a long travel day, delayed flight, 90 minutes to get through customs, this unexpected extra $100 for the 4 of us and extra wait for the ATM was very frustrating. Also plan on $25 per person back to the airport, and yes it is under 10 min drive. The resort itself was great, the free breakfast is very basic, cereal, toast, fruit, mini muffins. Other options are available for purchase. Overall, can be a great experience, just go into it knowing what to expect getting there from the airport."

Te Manava Luxury Villas

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent location - a short walk to the Nuri night markets, which you can do along the beach. We were met personally by the manager Ana who explained everything to us, and checked in during our stay to make sure we had enough coffee, towels, etc. Very good amenities in the rooms. Highly recommend."

Atupa Suites

10/10 Excellent

"A very well equipped suite for our last couple of days on the island. Everything you need in the kitchen and having a washer and dryer was extremely handy. A soak in the private pool each afternoon was a bonus too. A private and quiet accommodation close to the airport and main shops. Would definitely recommend a stay here."

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Our top choices for Avarua hotels

1. Club Raro Resort – Adults Only

2. Atupa Suites

3. Ocean Spray Villas

4. The Islander Hotel

5. The Edgewater Resort & Spa

6. The Black Pearl Beach Side Apartments

7. Muri Lagoon View Bungalows

8. Crown Beach Resort & Spa

9. Avana Valley Heights

10. Castaway Resort

11. Aroa Kainga Bungalows

12. Mama Taras

13. Muri Beach Club

14. Muri Beach Resort

15. Little Polynesian Resort

16. Nautilus Resort

17. Pacific Resort Rarotonga

Where to stay in Avarua

Muri

Takitumu District

Arorangi

Tapere of Titikaveka

Takuvaine Tapere

Top Avarua Hotel Reviews

Muri Beach Club

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