Avarua is a welcoming neighbourhood that travellers like for its island views and bars. Make sure that you visit 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 traveller 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 can I expect to find in the Avarua area?

Expedia has 29 hotels and other accommodation options 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, the majority of room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view the best options available in Avarua.

What can I see and do in this Rarotonga neighbourhood?

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 neighbourhood. 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.

The Best Hotels in Avarua, Rarotonga - 2026 Updated Prices

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A spacious living area with a high ceiling, a kitchen, a dining area, and a view of the ocean.

1. Ocean Spray Villas

Avarua

Anonymous traveller

Rp6.117.377 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Aug - 27 Aug

A resort pool with a unique shape, surrounded by lounge chairs and thatched umbrellas, overlooking a beach and ocean.

2. Club Raro Resort – Adults Only

Avarua

Brenda

Rp3.162.665 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A poolside area with outdoor seating and a view of the ocean.

3. The Islander Hotel

2 km from Avarua

Gillian

Rp3.678.316 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Sept - 6 Sept

A beach with white sand, clear turquoise water, and palm trees.

4. The Edgewater Resort & Spa

Arorangi, 4.9 km from Avarua

Rachel

Rp4.527.159 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

A beach with clear turquoise water, a sandy shore, and distant rocky outcrops.

5. Aroa Kainga Bungalows

Arorangi, 5.9 km from Avarua

Jennifer

Rp2.528.916 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Aug - 25 Aug

A beach with thatched-roof huts, palm trees, and clear turquoise waters.

6. Crown Beach Resort & Spa

Arorangi, 5 km from Avarua

Darryl

Rp5.608.024 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Sept - 6 Sept

A bedroom with a bed, a TV, a dining table, and a balcony with a view of greenery.

7. Muri Lagoon View Bungalows

Muri, 6.7 km from Avarua

Carlin

Rp2.798.381 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Aug - 26 Aug

A resort with two buildings surrounded by lush greenery and a mountain in the background.

8. Avana Valley Heights

Takitumu District, 6 km from Avarua

Trevor

Rp2.676.101 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Aug - 26 Aug

A tropical resort with a beach, lush greenery, and mountains in the background.

9. Aroa Beachside Resort

Arorangi, 5.7 km from Avarua

Mel

Rp2.752.153 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

A picnic table with a white picket fence in a tropical garden with palm trees and a view of the ocean.

10. The Black Pearl Beach Side Apartments

Arorangi, 5.8 km from Avarua

Esther

Rp3.490.566 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Aug - 25 Aug

A beach with white lounge chairs, a clear blue sea, and palm trees.

11. Muri Beach Club

Muri, 7.2 km from Avarua

Brett

Rp7.254.032 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A modern outdoor area with a wooden deck, white walls, and decorative black panels.

12. Mama Taras

Muri, 6.9 km from Avarua

Leedia

Rp4.286.733 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

A wooden deck with a lounge chair and a table, overlooking turquoise waters and a small island with palm trees.

13. Muri Beach Resort

Muri, 7.3 km from Avarua

Tracey

Rp9.662.523 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Aug - 28 Aug

An aerial view of a resort with thatched-roof buildings, palm trees, and a beach.

14. Pacific Resort Rarotonga

Muri, 7.2 km from Avarua

Roger

Rp8.990.854 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Aug - 26 Aug

A poolside area with a clear pool, lounge chairs, and a thatched-roof structure.

15. Nautilus Resort

Muri, 7.3 km from Avarua

Haley

Rp15.065.747 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Sept - 6 Sept

A poolside view with palm trees and a clear blue sky.

16. Little Polynesian Resort

Akapuao Tapere, 7.3 km from Avarua

Dr David M

Rp8.990.854 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

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

Muri

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

Takitumu District

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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

The Black Pearl Beach Side Apartments

10/10 Excellent

"Such an amazing place to stay! Couldn’t fault it, especially for the price! Really handy to town and a mint beach across the road. Would definitely recommend and looking forward to my next trip there!"

Lagoon Breeze Villas

10/10 Excellent

"We stayed as a couple and I could see that it would suit a family very well also. Plenty of room in our villa, generous supplies such as milk, tea, coffee, soaps, shampoo, toilet paper etc. Lovely breakfast of fresh fruit, yogurt, cereal & toast in the open air cafe which is situated right next to play area for kids, handy for families. Staff so friendly and helpful. There is a small bakery and takeaway/cafe within walking distance but closest bar or restaurant would be 2km away. I would advise first timers to Cooke Islands to pre book your own transport. (you really need it!) The villas are well equipped for self catering if you choose to do that. Safe snorkelling just across the road with shallow waters and plenty of colorful fish. Lagoon Breeze also had reef shoes, snorkels, masks and fins to borrow which was great. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Lagoon Breeze Villas!"

Sanctuary Rarotonga-On the beach - Adults Only

10/10 Excellent

"Stepping out of the room onto the beach was awesome. The room was very comfortable but just a tiny bit dated - still everything was clean and working. The best thing about the place though was the attitude of the staff - they were so welcoming, helpful and personable. They couldn't have been better!"

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Our top choices for Avarua hotels

1. Ocean Spray Villas

2. Club Raro Resort – Adults Only

3. The Islander Hotel

4. The Edgewater Resort & Spa

5. Aroa Kainga Bungalows

6. Crown Beach Resort & Spa

7. Muri Lagoon View Bungalows

8. Avana Valley Heights

9. Aroa Beachside Resort

10. The Black Pearl Beach Side Apartments

11. Muri Beach Club

12. Mama Taras

13. Muri Beach Resort

14. Pacific Resort Rarotonga

15. Nautilus Resort

16. Little Polynesian Resort

Where to stay in Avarua

Muri

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Top Avarua Hotel Reviews

The Black Pearl Beach Side Apartments

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