Hotels in Rarotonga, Cook Islands

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Popular hotels in Rarotonga

Discover well-known properties in Rarotonga that are favoured by visitors more than others. There are 241 hotels in Rarotonga and price data was last updated on 28 March 2024. The average price for a hotel in Rarotonga is $456/night.
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Ara Tapu (Main Road), PO Box 23, Rarotonga, Cook Islands
Featuring an outdoor pool, a private beach and a swimming pool, Palm Grove Rarotonga is located in Rarotonga and provides comfortable accommodation. This comfortable 3-star resort is just a 10-minute drive from Muri.
9.0
Excellent
94 reviews
Location
6.5 km from city centre
Avarua, Rarotonga, Cook Islands
Featuring a swimming pool and an outdoor pool, The Black Pearl at Puaikura is located in Arorangi and offers comfortable accommodation. It also provides a sun deck, a 24-hour reception and an express check-in and check-out feature.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Location
4.6 km from city centre
Main Rd, Muri, Ngatangiia, Rarotonga, Cook Islands
Situated in Muri, Muri Beach Resort offers 3-star accommodation, as well as an outdoor pool. It also provides a beauty centre, massage services and a sun deck.
8.2
Excellent
65 reviews
Location
9.5 km from city centre
Ara Tapu, Vaimaanga, Rarotonga, Cook Islands
Situated in Rarotonga, Moana Sands Beachfront Villas offers 3-star accommodation, as well as an outdoor pool. It also provides a tour desk, an airport shuttle and luggage storage.
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8.9
Excellent
72 reviews
Location
9.0 km from city centre
Ara Tapu, Arorangi, Rarotonga, Cook Islands
Conveniently based and offering an outdoor pool and a private beach, this comfortable resort is within easy driving distance of Rarotonga. It also offers massage services, luggage storage and a sun deck.
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9.2
Excellent
98 reviews
Location
1.9 km from city centre
Main Road, Ngatangiia, Muri Beach, Rarotonga, Cook Islands
Conveniently based and providing a private beach, a bowling alley and an outdoor pool, this comfortable hotel is located an easy drive from Rarotonga. It also offers a kids pool, free bicycle rental and an express check-in and check-out feature.
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9.0
Excellent
123 reviews
Location
8.9 km from city centre
Muri Beach, Rarotonga, Cook Islands
Moana Sands Lagoon Resort provides 3-star accommodation in Muri. It also offers luggage storage, a tour desk and an outdoor pool.
8.6
Excellent
282 reviews
Location
9.7 km from city centre
Muri Beach, Rarotonga, Cook Islands
Conveniently based and offering a private beach and an outdoor pool, this luxury resort is located an easy drive from Rarotonga. It also provides an express check-in and check-out feature, a kids club and a sun deck.
Free Wi-Fi
9.1
Excellent
37 reviews
Location
9.5 km from city centre

Tips for booking hotels in Rarotonga

Gain useful insights and advice for booking the perfect stay in Rarotonga. Price data is based on averages over the past 12 months and was last updated on 28 March 2024.
Cheapest month:December
Most expensive month:August
Average price in Rarotonga:$456/night
Cheapest price found:$128/night
Cheapest day:Wednesday
Most expensive day:Friday
$179 - $1,131
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.
$249 - $901
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.

Top-rated Rarotonga hotels

Browse through properties in Rarotonga that have received the highest ratings from guests. There are currently 241 properties in Rarotonga and data was last updated on 28 March 2024.
These Rarotonga properties are among the highest rated by our users. Take a look at user reviews to learn why these properties were rated the best.
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Main Road, Rarotonga, Cook Islands
1.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$245
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PO Box 3092, Rarotonga, Cook Islands
9.6 km from city centre
Parking
Airport shuttle
$260
Avg. per night
Muri Beach, Rarotonga, Cook Islands
9.5 km from city centre
Parking
$340
Avg. per night
790 Avarua, Muri Beach, Rarotonga, Cook Islands
9.6 km from city centre
Parking
$575
Avg. per night
Aroa Beach (PO Box 103, Rarotonga), Rarotonga, Cook Islands
5.2 km from city centre
$250
Avg. per night
103 Aroa Beach & Marine Reserve Rarotonga, Cook Islands, Rarotonga, Cook Islands
5.3 km from city centre
$267
Avg. per night

Cheapest hotels in Rarotonga, Cook Islands

Discover affordable stays in Rarotonga that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in Rarotonga can be found for as low as $125 per night. There is currently one property in Rarotonga that can be booked for this price. Raina Holiday Accommodation is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Rarotonga. Price data was last updated on 28 March 2024
These Rarotonga properties charge the lowest price per night of those we've come across. If you have flexibility with arrival and departure, use the search form to compare prices for other dates.
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Box 72(Akapauo, Titikaveka, South East) Rarotonga Cook Islands, Rarotonga, Cook Islands
9.4 km from city centre
Parking
$125
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Ara Tapu, Rarotonga, Cook Islands
5.8 km from city centre
Parking
$138
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Ara Tapu Road, Rarotonga, Cook Islands
5.6 km from city centre
Parking
$152
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Central Motel. Avarua, Rarotonga, Cook Islands
3.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$163
Avg. per night
Ara Tapu, Rarotonga, Cook Islands
5.6 km from city centre
$210
Avg. per night
PO Box 121, Avarua, Rarotonga, Cook Islands
2.3 km from city centre
$235
Avg. per night
45 Aroa Beach Rarotonga, Cook Islands, Rarotonga, Cook Islands
5.1 km from city centre
Parking
$240
Avg. per night
Arorangi, Rarotonga, Cook Islands
1.9 km from city centre
Parking
$242
Avg. per night

Hotel prices in Rarotonga

Get a sense of the average price and most popular properties to stay in Rarotonga to help you budget for your trip accordingly. Hotels that are booked the most in each class receive the “Most popular” badge. Hotels with the “Best value” badge are the most popular hotels in Rarotonga at attractive prices. Price data was last updated on 28 March 2024.
We've come across the following hotels in Rarotonga with different price and hotel class options. You'll also find the most popular and best value properties within each hotel class.
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2 stars and under
Ara Tapu, Rarotonga, Cook Islands
3 stars
3 stars
Ara Tapu, Rarotonga, Cook Islands
PO Box 121, Avarua, Rarotonga, Cook Islands
Central Motel. Avarua, Rarotonga, Cook Islands
4 stars
4 stars +
Main Road, Titikaveka, Rarotonga, Cook Islands
103 Aroa Beach & Marine Reserve Rarotonga, Cook Islands, Rarotonga, Cook Islands

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Other accommodations in Rarotonga

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Main Road, Titikaveka, Rarotonga, Cook Islands
9.1 km from city centre
$745
Avg. per night

Where to stay in Rarotonga

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About Rarotonga

Encircled by a fiery coral reef, Rarotonga is the crown jewel of the Cook Islands. Beyond its reef is an aquamarine lagoon fringed by white sandy beaches and swaying palms. The island is dotted with picturesque coastal towns and villages, with the interior made up of lush farmland and forested mountains.

Things to do in Rarotonga

With a quartet of islands just offshore, Muri is considered Rarotonga’s most beautiful beach. The water is brimming with colourful tropical fish that make it a mesmerising place to swim, snorkel and paddleboard.

There's plenty of local history to soak up, especially at the Te Vara Nui Cultural Centre. The village showcases Rarotonga’s rich local culture, with displays on wood carving, traditional medicine and earth oven cooking.

Lazy days on the beach are hard work, so why not refuel with a well-deserved glass of beer or wine? Run by locals, Matutu Brewery offers tours of its pint-sized brewhouse, as well as group tasting sessions. Koteka Winery is another favourite, pouring unique wines made from passionfruit, mangoes, oranges, bananas and other local fruits.

For a glimpse at the local ecosystem, don't miss the Cook Islands Whale & Wildlife Centre. It's particularly interesting if you're planning to go diving or whale watching. There are plenty of interactive exhibits to discover, including shark displays, enormous turtle shells and live coconut crabs.

Getting around Rarotonga

Local buses circle the island throughout the day, with the loop taking around one hour, stopping off in smaller towns and villages. Renting a car is another option, though the best way to get around Rarotonga is on a scooter or motorbike.

Facts about staying in Rarotonga

Find useful tips and insights about staying in Rarotonga to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on 28 March 2024.
  • What are the best hotels in Rarotonga?

    1,447 reviews rated Club Raro Resort with an average score of 8.4/10. It may also be worth looking into the The Edgewater Resort & Spa, which received a rating of 8.1/10 from 1,379 reviews. The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium could also be a good option, with a score of 7.5/10 from 1,299 reviews.

  • How much do hotels in Rarotonga cost?

    The average price of a hotel in Rarotonga has been around $517 per night over the last 3 days. For a 5-star hotel in Rarotonga, the average price is around $1,140/night, depending on your dates. The average price of a 4-star hotel is $620/night.

  • How much is a cheap hotel in Rarotonga?

    $110 per night is the cheapest Rarotonga hotel price found in our data from the last 72 hours.

  • How much is a hotel in Rarotonga tonight?

    A hotel in Rarotonga tonight has an average price of $295, but some deals have been found for as low as $132 in HotelsCombined searches over the last 72 hours. Prices in Rarotonga are changing frequently. The best price found for a 4-star Rarotonga hotel for tonight has been $233.

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