Avarua is a welcoming neighbourhood that travellers like for its island views and bars. Make sure that you visit Punanga Nui Market and Cook Islands Library and Museum 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?

For cultural attractions in Avarua, head to Cook Islands Library and Museum, Sir Geoffrey Henry National Culture Centre and Cook Islands National Museum. Punanga Nui Market and Beachcomber Pearl Market 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. Nikao Beach and National Stadium are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Rarotonga.

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A Central Motel with a white fence, palm trees, and a modern building.

1. Central Motel

Avarua

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

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

3. Ocean Spray Villas

Avarua

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includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

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

4. The Islander Hotel

2 km from Avarua

David

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

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

5. Crown Beach Resort & Spa

Arorangi, 5 km from Avarua

KRISTINE

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

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

6. The Edgewater Resort & Spa

Arorangi, 4.9 km from Avarua

Rachel

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

7. The Black Pearl Beach Side Apartments

Arorangi, 5.8 km from Avarua

Esther

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

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

8. Aroa Beachside Resort

Arorangi, 5.7 km from Avarua

Kyla

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

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

9. Aroa Kainga Bungalows

Arorangi, 5.9 km from Avarua

Jennifer

includes taxes & fees

24 Sept - 25 Sept

A rocky shoreline with clear blue water and a sandy beach.

10. Rarotonga GolfSeaview

Arorangi, 4 km from Avarua

Alison

includes taxes & fees

24 Sept - 25 Sept

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

11. Muri Lagoon View Bungalows

Muri, 6.7 km from Avarua

Carlin

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

12. Muri Beach Club

Muri, 7.2 km from Avarua

Karen

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

13. Moana Sands Beachfront Hotel

Tapere of Titikaveka, 7.2 km from Avarua

Natalia

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

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

14. Little Polynesian Resort

Akapuao Tapere, 7.3 km from Avarua

Dr David M

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

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

15. Avana Valley Heights

Takitumu District, 6 km from Avarua

Cory

includes taxes & fees

24 Sept - 25 Sept

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

16. Mama Taras

Muri, 6.9 km from Avarua

Leedia

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A beachfront property with thatched-roof cottages, clear turquoise water, and lush greenery.

17. Muri Shores

Areiti Tapere, 7.1 km from Avarua

Gary

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A poolside area with lounge chairs, umbrellas, and a view of the ocean.

18. Moana Sands Lagoon Resort - Adults Only

Muri, 7.5 km from Avarua

DonnaAnne

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

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

19. Muri Beach Resort

Muri, 7.3 km from Avarua

John

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

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

20. Nautilus Resort

Muri, 7.3 km from Avarua

Peter

includes taxes & fees

26 Sept - 27 Sept

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A beach with palm trees, a kayak, and lounge chairs.

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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 Para O Tane Palace.

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Top Avarua Hotel Reviews

Castaway Resort

8/10 Good

"Friendly and helpful staff. Clean room, comfy bed. Breakfast so-so. Wonderful location for sunsets. 2PM open for food and drinks, so not that flexible"

Lagoon Breeze Villas

10/10 Excellent

"We had a fabulous stay in a two bedroom villa. Complex is great with a continental breakfast included. A short walk across the road to a beautiful beach with kayaks, snorkel equipment available to use free of charge. Staff were wonderful and facilities great. The rosters in adjoining property can take a bit to get used to but would still highly recommend for location (beautiful sunsets) and value. Bus stop is right outside for the island bus."

Sanctuary Rarotonga-On the beach - Adults Only

10/10 Excellent

"Staff were really excellent, friendly, helpful. Nothing was too much much trouble for them. Breakfast was a very good variety and fresh. Bar provided a variety wines, beers and cocktails and there was Happy hour. Bar staff were excellent especially Aquila. Cleanliness of room was fine but the louvres in the bedroom and bottom of fly screen were mouldy."

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Our top choices for Avarua hotels

1. Central Motel

2. Club Raro Resort – Adults Only

3. Ocean Spray Villas

4. The Islander Hotel

5. Crown Beach Resort & Spa

6. The Edgewater Resort & Spa

7. The Black Pearl Beach Side Apartments

8. Aroa Beachside Resort

9. Aroa Kainga Bungalows

10. Rarotonga GolfSeaview

11. Muri Lagoon View Bungalows

12. Muri Beach Club

13. Moana Sands Beachfront Hotel

14. Little Polynesian Resort

15. Avana Valley Heights

16. Mama Taras

17. Muri Shores

18. Moana Sands Lagoon Resort - Adults Only

19. Muri Beach Resort

20. Nautilus Resort

Where to stay in Avarua

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Takuvaine Tapere

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