Avarua is a welcoming neighborhood that travelers like for its island views and bars. Be sure to check out 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 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. Other good choices for your stay in the area include Kia Orana Villas and Spa and Central Motel .

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?

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

1. Club Raro Resort – Adults Only

Avarua

Amanda

￥24,232 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A swimming pool with a wooden deck, lounge chairs, and a building with a sign in the background.

2. Sands of Rarotonga

Avarua

￥22,342 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

A compact living space with a kitchenette, dining area, and seating area.

3. Central Motel

Avarua

Dawn

￥20,596 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

4. Ocean Spray Villas

Avarua

Anonymous traveler

￥56,286 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

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

5. The Islander Hotel

2 km from Avarua

Meirbek

￥28,449 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 23 - Nov 24

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

6. The Edgewater Resort & Spa

Arorangi, 4.9 km from Avarua

Lawrence

￥30,022 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 14 - Nov 15

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

7. Crown Beach Resort & Spa

Arorangi, 5 km from Avarua

Casey

￥47,858 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

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

8. Aroa Beachside Resort

Arorangi, 5.7 km from Avarua

Sharon

￥23,706 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

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

9. Rarotonga GolfSeaview

Arorangi, 4 km from Avarua

Mika

￥19,033 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

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

10. Pacific Resort Rarotonga

Muri, 7.2 km from Avarua

Gigliola

￥73,749 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

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

11. The Black Pearl Beach Side Apartments

Arorangi, 5.8 km from Avarua

Sabrina

￥29,399 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 24 - Oct 25

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

12. Muri Beach Club

Muri, 7.2 km from Avarua

Dwayne

￥61,096 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 24 - Oct 25

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

13. Avana Valley Heights

Takitumu District, 6 km from Avarua

Cory

￥19,978 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

A beach with clear turquoise water, sandy shore, and large rocks.

14. Aroa Kainga Bungalows

Arorangi, 5.9 km from Avarua

Wendy

￥22,577 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

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

15. Moana Sands Lagoon Resort - Adults Only

Muri, 7.5 km from Avarua

DonnaAnne

￥52,453 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

16. Muri Lagoon View Bungalows

Muri, 6.7 km from Avarua

Carlin

￥27,195 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

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

17. Mama Taras

Muri, 6.9 km from Avarua

Leedia

￥36,104 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 9 - Nov 10

A pool area with lounge chairs, a small pool, and palm trees.

18. Moana Sands Villas & Apartments

Tapere of Titikaveka, 7.2 km from Avarua

Carolyn

￥47,228 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 19 - Nov 20

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

￥74,703 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 24 - Oct 25

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

20. Little Polynesian Resort

Akapuao Tapere, 7.3 km from Avarua

Willem

￥75,724 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

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Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Central Motel	2.0 star property	10.0 Exceptional 5 reviews	View
Ocean Spray Villas	4.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 9 reviews	View
Club Raro Resort – Adults Only	3.0 star property	8.4 Very good 1,003 reviews	View
Sands of Rarotonga	2.5 star property	10.0 Exceptional 1 review	View
Avana Valley Heights	3.5 star property	9.8 Exceptional 45 reviews	View

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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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Top Avarua Hotel Reviews

Club Raro Resort – Adults Only

8/10 Good

"The pool was really good. Our room was a little tired and not very private when sitting outside. There was a bit of noise from the laundry/bin area right behind our unit, with washing machines and dryer going often during the night. Most of the staff were very friendly. We had a poolside room, if we go back we will try to book an Oceanside room, they seemed to be quieter and have been updated. In general we enjoyed our stay."

The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium

10/10 Excellent

"Always our first choice. The resort is spacious, quiet and has everything we could possibly want. Staff are incredible- kind, cheerful and attentive. Daphne, Popo & Kally are standouts with their awesome customer service :) This was our second stay at The Rarotongan this year, and we will definitely be back."

Crown Beach Resort & Spa

10/10 Excellent

"We got a courtyard suite with our own pool which was great if you needed a day just to chill out and not have the noise of every one using the main pool which actually was really good too. Heaps of space. The drinks and food were a really good price and most of the time was really great. It had a bus stop right outside the resort which was super handy for catching it to fo a tour of the Island and only $5. Staff wre all friendly and helpful too."

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Our top choices for Avarua hotels

1. Club Raro Resort – Adults Only

2. Sands of Rarotonga

3. Central Motel

4. Ocean Spray Villas

5. The Islander Hotel

6. The Edgewater Resort & Spa

7. Crown Beach Resort & Spa

8. Aroa Beachside Resort

9. Rarotonga GolfSeaview

10. Pacific Resort Rarotonga

11. The Black Pearl Beach Side Apartments

12. Muri Beach Club

13. Avana Valley Heights

14. Aroa Kainga Bungalows

15. Moana Sands Lagoon Resort - Adults Only

16. Muri Lagoon View Bungalows

17. Mama Taras

18. Moana Sands Villas & Apartments

19. Muri Beach Resort

20. Little Polynesian Resort

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Club Raro Resort – Adults Only

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