Planning a trip to Rarotonga? Whether you want a resort, a cosy B&B, a budget-friendly stay or somewhere the kids will love, there's a place for every kind of traveller. Here are our top picks, grouped by the kind of stay you're after.
Hotels
A mix of adults-only retreats and family-friendly hotels, all with comfort and island charm.
Little Polynesian Resort (adults only)
An adults-only boutique resort with beachfront bungalows and garden villas, known for its calm atmosphere and lagoon views.
Where: Takitumu. Amenities: beachfront, pool, restaurant, bar, spa services.
Muri Beach Club Hotel (adults only)
A stylish adults-only hotel with modern rooms and direct access to Muri Lagoon. Ideal for couples.
Where: Muri Beach. Amenities: beachfront, pool, restaurant, bar, spa.
Pacific Resort Rarotonga (family-friendly)
A luxury resort with tropical gardens and beachfront access, with plenty of activities for families.
Where: Muri Beach. Amenities: beachfront, pool, restaurant, bar, kids’ club, water sports.
Budget-friendly
Soak up the island without overspending.
Palm Grove
A relaxed beachfront resort with a quiet, intimate feel. Good for couples and families.
Where: Vaimaanga. Amenities: beachfront, pool, self-catering, garden, water sports.
Manuia Beach Resort
A small boutique resort on the sunset coast, known for its friendly service and peaceful setting.
Where: Arorangi. Amenities: beachfront, pool, restaurant, bar, snorkelling.
Tropical Sands
Affordable self-catering beachfront apartments with ocean views, on a quieter stretch of coast.
Where: Matavera. Amenities: beachfront, kitchenette, BBQ facilities, free bikes.
Bed and breakfast
A personal, local-flavoured stay.
Rarotonga Daydreamer Escape
A B&B with self-contained units in a quiet garden. Ideal for couples and small families.
Where: Arorangi. Amenities: pool, BBQ facilities, breakfast included, free kayaks and bikes.
Luxury resorts
For beachfront luxury and personal service.
Te Manava Luxury Villas & Spa
Self-contained luxury villas with private pools, for privacy and high-end service.
Where: Muri Beach. Amenities: private pools, beachfront, spa, personal service.
The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium
A long-established resort on a beautiful beach, with something for families and couples alike.
Where: Aroa Beach. Amenities: beachfront, pool, several restaurants, spa, water sports.
Nautilus Resort
An eco-minded resort with Polynesian-style villas, known for its service and lagoon views.
Where: Muri Beach. Amenities: infinity pool, beachfront, restaurant, spa, water sports.
