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Rarotonga Hotel Guide. Hotels in Akapuao Tapere, Rarotonga, Cook Islands

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Our top choices for Akapuao Tapere hotels

Little Polynesian Resort

Little Polynesian Resort
5.0 star property
Akapuao Tapere
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (114 reviews)
"I wouldn’t stay anywhere else in Rarotonga. It’s in the prettiest beach, snorkel equipment included. The food is great. The room is the best with amazing view right on the beach. I highly comment staying at the Little Polynesian Resort."
United States
Catherine
The price is €434
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Little Polynesian Resort

Club Raro Resort – Adults Only

Club Raro Resort – Adults Only
3.0 star property
Kiikii Tapere, 7 km from Akapuao Tapere
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Beautiful place."
United States
mati
The price is €153
includes taxes & fees
23 Jul - 24 Jul
Club Raro Resort – Adults Only

The Islander Hotel

The Islander Hotel
3.0 star property
8.9 km from Akapuao Tapere
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (617 reviews)
"Property very close to the airport and just walking distance. Staff very helpful and nice property"
Australia
James
The price is €165
includes taxes & fees
23 Jul - 24 Jul
The Islander Hotel

Muri Lagoon View Bungalows

Muri Lagoon View Bungalows
3.5 star property
Muri, 2.7 km from Akapuao Tapere
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (72 reviews)
"Absolutely loved this place. Will stay here every time from now on. Walk up the hill can be slightly intense but nothing anyone can do about that. Clean, modern, comfortable. Could not recommend these bungalows enough!"
Australia
Andrew
The price is €135
includes taxes & fees
29 Jul - 30 Jul
Muri Lagoon View Bungalows

The Black Pearl Beach Side Apartments

The Black Pearl Beach Side Apartments
3.0 star property
Arorangi, 7.8 km from Akapuao Tapere
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (166 reviews)
"The place was really great, comfortable, clean and well looked after. it was a pleasure to stay there. Paul is very friendly and gave many tips on where to eat/snorkel etc. Would definitely recommend this place to others"
Australia
Gary
The price is €168
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
The Black Pearl Beach Side Apartments

Muri Beach Club

Muri Beach Club
4.0 star property
Muri, 2.5 km from Akapuao Tapere
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (383 reviews)
"Everything was great for our stay, great location, accommodation, staff are wonderful"
Australia
Karen
The price is €350
includes taxes & fees
1 Aug - 2 Aug
Muri Beach Club

Mama Taras

Mama Taras
3.5 star property
Muri, 1.9 km from Akapuao Tapere
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (22 reviews)
"Lovely stay, there was a cat and cute dogs hanging around. Everything was clean and well decorated."
Australia
Leedia
The price is €207
includes taxes & fees
22 Jul - 23 Jul
Mama Taras

Crown Beach Resort & Spa

Crown Beach Resort & Spa
4.5 star property
Arorangi, 9.8 km from Akapuao Tapere
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (276 reviews)
"Friendly staff"
Canada
Maria Eugenia Aguirre
The price is €220
includes taxes & fees
15 Aug - 16 Aug
Crown Beach Resort & Spa

Atupa Suites

Atupa Suites
3.0 star property
Avarua, 7.9 km from Akapuao Tapere
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (30 reviews)
"Very tidy and clean. Loved the privacy and pool!!! Will definitely be back."
Australia
Stephan
The price is €269
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Atupa Suites

The Edgewater Resort & Spa

The Edgewater Resort & Spa
3.5 star property
Arorangi, 10 km from Akapuao Tapere
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Great place to stay, easy to travel to and from."
Australia
Jamie
The price is €265
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
The Edgewater Resort & Spa

Aroa Kainga Bungalows

Aroa Kainga Bungalows
3.0 star property
Arorangi, 7.2 km from Akapuao Tapere
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (32 reviews)
"Host, location, spacious "
United States
Jennifer
The price is €244
includes taxes & fees
13 Aug - 14 Aug
Aroa Kainga Bungalows

Ocean Spray Villas

Ocean Spray Villas
4.0 star property
Avarua, 7.1 km from Akapuao Tapere
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (9 reviews)
The price is €295
includes taxes & fees
1 Aug - 2 Aug
Ocean Spray Villas

Avana Valley Heights

Avana Valley Heights
3.5 star property
Takitumu District, 2.7 km from Akapuao Tapere
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (44 reviews)
"Had a very enjoyable stay"
Australia
Trevor
The price is €129
includes taxes & fees
18 Jul - 19 Jul
Avana Valley Heights

Pacific Resort Rarotonga

Pacific Resort Rarotonga
4.5 star property
Muri, 2.4 km from Akapuao Tapere
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (313 reviews)
"All the staff were very friendly and helpful. A great selection of food for breakfast, lunch and dinner."
Australia
Susan
The price is €434
includes taxes & fees
5 Aug - 6 Aug
Pacific Resort Rarotonga

Muri Beach Resort

Muri Beach Resort
3.5 star property
Muri, 1.9 km from Akapuao Tapere
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (115 reviews)
"Greats spot and nice room, staff were very helpful"
Australia
Tracey
The price is €577
includes taxes & fees
28 Jul - 29 Jul
Muri Beach Resort

Nautilus Resort

Nautilus Resort
4.5 star property
Muri, 1.9 km from Akapuao Tapere
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (114 reviews)
"Clean room, friendly staff, proximity to beach"
United States
Peter
The price is €922
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Nautilus Resort
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Where to stay in Akapuao Tapere

Find the best Akapuao Tapere areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Takitumu District

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

Muri

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

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.

Avarua

Base yourself in the center of the Cook Islands, explore thousands of years of Polynesian culture, see coral reefs and trek through rainforest.

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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Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Akapuao Tapere?
Travellers to the Akapuao Tapere neighbourhood in Rarotonga will be sure to enjoy their stay. Make sure that you visit Tikioki Beach and Maire Nui Botanical Gardens as part of your Akapuao Tapere travel plans.
Where is the best hotel for a stay in Akapuao Tapere?
Based on our traveller data, Little Polynesian Resort is one of the top choices for your stay in Akapuao Tapere. This resort offers a private beach and free breakfast. Another good choice for your stay in the area is Raina Holiday Accommodation.
How many hotels can I expect to find in Akapuao Tapere?
When you want to put your feet up after a day of exploring the sights in Rarotonga, you can choose from 11 Expedia hotels and other accommodation options in Akapuao Tapere.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Akapuao Tapere, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view top deals in Akapuao Tapere.
What can I see and do in this Rarotonga neighbourhood?
A few attractions you might want to check out while you're in Akapuao Tapere are Tikioki Beach and Maire Nui Botanical Gardens. When you're sightseeing in Rarotonga, Muri Beach and Matutu Brewing Company are also worth a stop.