What is Matavera like?

Matavera is a welcoming neighbourhood that travellers like for its beaches and snorkelling.

What's a favourite place to stay in Matavera?

Based on our traveller data, Charlie's Villas is one of the top choices for your stay in Matavera. This villa offers an outdoor pool and free parking. Other good options for your stay in the neighbourhood include Seaside Beachfront Villas and Ikurangi Eco Retreat .

How many hotels should I expect to find in the Matavera area?

Expedia has 28 hotels and other accommodation options in Matavera to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Rarotonga area.

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

Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals in Matavera.

What is there to do in this Rarotonga neighbourhood?

Muri Beach, Arai-Te-Tonga and Avana Harbour are just a few of the places to visit in and around Matavera. While you're out sightseeing in Rarotonga, make sure that you visit other sights such as Te Vara Nui Village or Muri Night Markets.

The Best Hotels in Matavera, Rarotonga - 2026 Updated Prices

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Our top choices for Matavera hotels

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

Kiikii Tapere, 2.9 km from Matavera

Brenda

₹15,560 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Sept - 27 Sept

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

2. The Islander Hotel

6.3 km from Matavera

Gillian

₹21,197 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Sept - 23 Sept

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

3. Muri Lagoon View Bungalows

Muri, 2.8 km from Matavera

Carlin

₹14,532 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

4. Avana Valley Heights

Takitumu District, 2.2 km from Matavera

Trevor

₹14,019 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Sept - 13 Sept

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

5. Muri Beach Club

Muri, 3.3 km from Matavera

Brett

₹38,002 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Sept - 20 Sept

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

6. Muri Shores

Areiti Tapere, 3.5 km from Matavera

Gary

₹25,420 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Oct - 4 Oct

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

7. Central Motel

Takuvaine Tapere, 3.9 km from Matavera

₹9,688 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

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

8. Muri Beach Resort

Muri, 3.7 km from Matavera

Tracey

₹47,506 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Sept - 25 Sept

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

9. The Edgewater Resort & Spa

Arorangi, 9 km from Matavera

Rachel

₹23,595 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

10. Moana Sands Lagoon Resort - Adults Only

Muri, 4.1 km from Matavera

DonnaAnne

₹32,126 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Sept - 18 Sept

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

11. Pacific Resort Rarotonga

Muri, 3.4 km from Matavera

Roger

₹44,643 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

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

12. Ocean Spray Villas

Avarua, 3.5 km from Matavera

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₹32,047 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

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

13. Nautilus Resort

Muri, 3.7 km from Matavera

Peter

₹80,874 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

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

14. Aroa Beachside Resort

Arorangi, 8.6 km from Matavera

Kyla

₹13,829 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Sept - 17 Sept

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

15. Moana Sands Beachfront Hotel

Tapere of Titikaveka, 5 km from Matavera

Michelle

₹21,316 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Sept - 18 Sept

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

16. The Black Pearl Beach Side Apartments

Arorangi, 8.5 km from Matavera

Esther

₹18,286 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

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

17. Aroa Kainga Bungalows

Arorangi, 8.2 km from Matavera

Jennifer

₹12,557 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

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

18. Rarotonga GolfSeaview

Arorangi, 8.3 km from Matavera

Alison

₹14,072 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

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

19. Crown Beach Resort & Spa

Arorangi, 9 km from Matavera

KRISTINE

₹21,122 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

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

20. Little Polynesian Resort

Akapuao Tapere, 5 km from Matavera

Dr David M

₹45,872 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

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Where to stay in Matavera

Find the best Matavera areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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

Muri

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

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

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 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 Matavera Hotel Reviews

Club Raro Resort – Adults Only

10/10 Excellent

"We spent 5nights,without problems People were friendly and nice Specially all the workers, always helpful, smiling .. Will be back soon Maitaki"

The Islander Hotel

8/10 Good

"Location location location. A perfect place to stay for one night between a flight in and a flight out. Cross the road to get to the airport. Hotel is fine but a little run down -- my room had a collapsed soap dish. There is revelry till about 11 pm outside the rooms. Breakfast from 8 am -- I walked to the supermarket and got what I needed."

Kia Orana Villas and Spa

10/10 Excellent

"An unforgettable week in paradise! Kia Orana Resort and Spa exceeded every expectation from the moment we arrived. The staff greeted us with genuine warmth and traditional hospitality, making us feel like family instantly. Our garden villa was pristine, and spacious with a lovely outdoor shower and soaking tub. The housekeeping team kept the room orderly with daily tidy-up service. The spa is a sanctuary of absolute tranquility; the deep tissue / hot stone massage I received was arguably one of the early highlights of the trip. The pool was in the midst of a renovation and being that it was winter we did not partake. Daily morning continental breakfast and coffee was a nice treat. Thank you to our lovely host Sane and the entire team at Kia Orana for an incredible, stress-free week of pure relaxation. We will be back!"

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Our top choices for Matavera hotels

1. Club Raro Resort – Adults Only

2. The Islander Hotel

3. Muri Lagoon View Bungalows

4. Avana Valley Heights

5. Muri Beach Club

6. Muri Shores

7. Central Motel

8. Muri Beach Resort

9. The Edgewater Resort & Spa

10. Moana Sands Lagoon Resort - Adults Only

11. Pacific Resort Rarotonga

12. Ocean Spray Villas

13. Nautilus Resort

14. Aroa Beachside Resort

15. Moana Sands Beachfront Hotel

16. The Black Pearl Beach Side Apartments

17. Aroa Kainga Bungalows

18. Rarotonga GolfSeaview

19. Crown Beach Resort & Spa

20. Little Polynesian Resort

Where to stay in Matavera

Muri

Arorangi

Takitumu District

Tapere of Titikaveka

Takuvaine Tapere

Top Matavera Hotel Reviews

Club Raro Resort – Adults Only

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