Hotels on the beach in Rarotonga, Cook Islands
Hey! I love staying in a nice beachfront hotel - being able to go straight from your room down to the ocean is a priceless feeling. To help save some time when booking your next vacation I've put together this list of beach hotels and resorts in Rarotonga. I hope you will like it!
This page was last updated in June 2026.
The List 16 Amazing Beach Hotels in Rarotonga
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1 Ocean Escape Resort & Spa
Matavera
Located in Rarotonga, 1.7 miles from Muri Beach, Ocean Escape Resort & Spa provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a private beach area and a restaurant. Each room at the 4-star hotel has mountain views, and guests can enjoy access to a bar and to barbecue facilities. The air-conditioned rooms provide a sea view and come with a desk and free WiFi. Guest rooms in the hotel are equipped with a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a kitchen, a dining area, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. Every room is equipped with an electric tea pot, while selected rooms have a balcony and others also offer pool views. The rooms will provide guests with a dishwasher. Guests at Ocean Escape Resort & Spa can enjoy a continental breakfast. The accommodation has a sun terrace. You can play darts at Ocean Escape Resort & Spa, and car rental is available. Rarotonga International Airport is 5.6 miles away, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.
Address 1 Ara Tapu Turangi Village Show on map- Saltwater pool
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2 Little Polynesian Resort
Titikaveka
The Little Polynesian Resort is a small boutique hotel, located directly on a white sandy beach. The resort offers bungalow style accommodations, beautiful gardens and a great beach. The resort offers studio-style accommodations with kitchenette facilities in the tropical gardens or beachfront bungalow accommodations. All of the units are air conditioned and include an outdoor shower. Start your day with a ‘tropical island breakfast’ which is served in the restaurant or can be delivered to your room each morning. A room service menu is available at an additional charge. Guests can relax by the Little Polynesian’s infinity pool or on the beach, next to the lagoon. There is free use of kayaks and snorkeling gear for all guests.
Address Main Road, Titikaveka Show on map- Swimming pool
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3 Sunset Resort
Arorangi
Sunset Resort is located just 3.7 mi from Avarua in Rarotonga. Its spacious, self-catering studios and suites either boast a beachfront location, or overlook the 2 outdoor swimming pools. The studios and suites at Resort Sunset are nestled among tropical gardens. Each features a fully equipped kitchen, a private patio or balcony and air conditioning. Sunset Resort Rarotonga has an all-day dining restaurant and bar. Each morning it serves a tropical and cooked breakfast. An à la carte menu is offered for lunch and dinner. Some nights there are live music and dance performances. Sunset Resort is located approximately 4.3 mi from Rarotonga Airport. An airport shuttle can be organized upon request, and there is also free onsite parking.
Address Main Road Show on map- Saltwater pool
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4 Muri Beach Club Hotel
Muri
Muri Beach Club Hotel, an adults only oasis from 18years and over is ideally located on the beachfront at Muri Lagoon. Beachfront rooms have stunning views over the lagoon and off-shore islands. Rooms are air-conditioned and include satellite TV and private balcony. The beach is only a few yards from each of the 30 rooms. The fine dining restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The exclusive Lagoon Lounge serves drinks overlooking the lagoon. There is a large central swimming pool, day spa, tour desk, rental vehicles and 24-hour reception. The lagoon is safe and excellent for swimming and snorkeling. Other activities include windsurfing, kayaking, canoeing, kite-surfing and sailing. Glass bottom boat trips to nearby islands are available.
Address Muri Beach, Ngatangiia Show on map- Saltwater pool
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5 Muri Beach Hideaway - Adults Only
Muri
Muri Beach Hideway offers a tropical island escape, with a variety of self-contained accommodations options. Located on Rarotonga's beautiful Muri Beach, all accommodations offers a private balcony or patio. Guests enjoy a swimming pool, BBQ facilities, and free use of kayaks and snorkeling equipment. Muri Beach Hideaway is centrally located in Rarotonga, 0.9 mi from Avana Harbor, and 15 minutes’ drive from central Avarua. Rarotonga International Airport is a 20-minute drive away. This accommodations is surrounded by picturesque gardens and offers a kitchenette with a stove, microwave and refrigerator. Each is equipped with ceiling fans and a TV. Most accommodations also offers lovely sea, pool or garden views. The Polynesian-style bungalows offer an beautiful beachfront location. Upon arrival, guests receive free bottled water, juice, milk and (when available) free seasonal fruit. The property also provides free use of hammocks, beach towels and reef shoes.
Address Show on map- Saltwater pool
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6 Magic Reef Bungalows
Arorangi
Magic Reef Resort offers Polynesian-style bungalows in a great location directly on the beach in Rarotonga. This little resort offers spacious accommodations with great ocean views. There are 9 studio-style bungalows in total, all of which are furnished with a 4-poster bed and include kitchenette facilities. All have a furnished balcony with ocean views, as well as a private outdoor shower and bath. We are the first resort on Rarotonga to offer free unlimited Wi-Fi. Our Bungalows all feature 32-inch smart TVs with Netflix. Plus 3 new Premium Oceanview Bungalows - a larger bungalow for two, and two 2 bedroom bungalows with full kitchen, additional features and handcrafted furnishings. Facilities at the Magic Reef Bungalows include a swimming pool, direct access to the beach and a barbecue area. All guests receive continental breakfast on arrival. Airport transfers are available.
Address Main Road Show on map- Saltwater pool
- Ski-in/ski-out access
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7 Lagoon Breeze Villas
Arorangi
Overlooking Aroa Beach, Lagoon Breeze Villas offer a private balcony with ocean, mountain or garden views. Set on 5 acres of tropical gardens, the property features an outdoor pool, BBQ facilities and free use of kayaks and snorkeling equipment. Lagoon Breeze Villas Cook Islands are 10 minutes’ drive from Rarotonga Golf Club, the National Stadium and Rarotonga Airport. Central Avarua is a 15-minute drive away. All accommodations is air-conditioned and features a kitchenette or kitchen with a microwave, gas cooker and a refrigerator. Ceiling fans, a safety deposit box and complimentary toiletries are standard in all accommodations. The hotel also offers a children’s playground and a library. The tour desk can book lagoon cruises and car rental. Breakfast options include fruits, cereal, bread, juices, along with tea and coffee. The bar specializes in exotic cocktails.
Address Main Road, Arorangi Show on map- Saltwater pool
- Ping pong tables
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8 Palm Grove
Vaimaanga
Set on 5 acres of private beach and tropical gardens in Vaima, Palm Grove features free kayaking and snorkeling equipment. A private balcony or patio with ocean or garden views is standard in all rooms. The air-conditioned rooms include a kitchen with a gas stove-top, a microwave and a refrigerator/freezer. Each room is decorated in bright colors, and features a flat-screen TV and a stereo with an iPod dock. Palm Grove is set alongside one of the most popular beaches in Rarotonga and is within 5 minutes’ drive of several other beaches, including Muri Beach, Aro'a Beach and Puaikura Beach. Rarotonga Airport, the main township of Avarua, and the National Museum of the Cook Islands are all within 15 minutes' drive. Guests can enjoy a swim in the onsite swimming pool and a casual meal in the BBQ area. The tour desk can arrange day trips and car rental. Free parking is available on site. Overlooking the gardens, The Yellow Hibiscus Restaurant offers indoor and outdoor dining. It is open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Address Main Road Show on map- Swimming pool
- Water sports facility
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9 Manuia Beach Resort
Arorangi
Manuia Beach Resort is a small adults-only boutique hotel on the sunset coast of Rarotonga. The resort features spacious accommodations, tropical gardens and a beautiful beachfront location. The Polynesian-styled guest rooms are located in the pretty gardens or directly on the beach, overlooking the lagoon. All rooms have air conditioning and feature a modern bathroom. Tropical breakfast is included in the room rate for all guests. The hotel’s restaurant and bar is located directly on the beach and is a great place to enjoy a meal with a view. There is an infinity swimming pool at the Manuia Beach Resort overlooking the lagoon. Guests can also enjoy snorkeling and diving close by.
Address Arorangi Beach Show on map- Swimming pool
- Water sports facility
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10 The Passage Villas
Matavera
Located directly on the beachfront, The Passage Villas is set on 1 acre of gardens and beach. It offers a swimming pool and free tropical breakfast on your first morning. Each bungalow is just steps from the water’s edge and features a private balcony. This tranquil waterfront property is located away from the main road. The beach is an excellent spot for surfing, and is visited by whales between July and November each year. Rarotonga Airport is 5 mi away. It is a 1-minute drive from the Pacific Resort. The property provides free use of a gas barbecue. Each bungalow has a private outdoor veranda with table and chairs. There is a cofee plunger, free toiletries, and a TV. All bungalows have a private bathroom and a kitchen with microwave, refrigerator and cooking utensils. TV reception is not the best all the time on Rarotonga. WIFI is only available at main building office area and around the pool. Not in villas, due to range.
Address Main Road, Ngatangiia, Muri Beach Show on map- Saltwater pool
- Tennis court
- Pool tables
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11 Sanctuary Rarotonga on the Beach (Adults Only)
Rutaki
Sanctuary Rarotonga on the beach offers adults-only boutique accommodations directly on the sunshine southwest coast of Rarotonga island, with beautiful sunset views. It features a pool with a swim-up bar and an on-site restaurant, BlueWater Grill. Set directly on the white sands of Aroa Beach, each suite at this secluded property offers a private veranda or balcony where guests can enjoy views across Aroa Lagoon. All suites include air-conditioning, an extra-large king size bed, flat-screen TV and Wi-Fi access. Guests can enjoy off-beach snorkeling at any tide in Aroa Lagoonarium Marine Sanctuary, one of Rarotonga's best snorkeling spots. The resort also offers complimentary standup paddle boarding, kayaking and an extensive daily activities program. Guests of Sanctuary Rarotonga are also able to enjoy the use of all facilities and services at adjacent sister resort, The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium, including an on-site personal wedding planner. The resort is close to all island adventures, excursions, restaurants, markets, shops and cultural attractions. Avarua town is 6.8 mi from Sanctuary Rarotonga on the beach (Adults Only) and Rarotonga International Airport is a 12-minute drive away.
Address Aroa Beach & Marine Reserve Show on map- Saltwater pool
- Tennis court
- Pool tables
- Ping pong tables
- Karaoke
- Water sports facility
- Gym / fitness center
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12 Crown Beach Resort & Spa
Arorangi
Set on 5 acres of lovely gardens, the adults-only Crown Resort & Spa, offers luxurious suites and villas with balconies in tranquil surroundings with access to the beach. It features 2 restaurants, a scuba dove center, fitness center and outdoor swimming pool. Some of the many leisure activities available nearby include canoeing, diving and snorkeling. The spa at Crown Beach offers a range of relaxing treatments including massages, facials and manicures. Rarotonga Airport is a 7-minute drive away from the hotel. Avarua town center is 10 minutes' drive away. There is a golf course less than 1.2 mi from the hotel. The Oceans Restaurant & Bar offers Brasserie-style cuisine, with themed nights and a cocktail menu, on the beach with panoramic ocean views. Guests can enjoy modern cuisine in an elegant setting at The Windjammer Restaurant. All of the accommodations at this resort is air-conditioned and has a TV.
Address Beach Road, Sunset Coast Show on map- Saltwater pool
- Water sports facility
- Gym / fitness center
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13 Aroa Beachside Resort
Arorangi
This adults only resort is located on the white sand of Aroa Beach. Aroa's Beachside Inn offers complimentary tropical breakfast and rooms with patios which gives stunning ocean and beach views. Guests can dine at the Shipwreck Hut beach bar which offers a range of delicious food, cocktails, live entertainment and weekly beach BBQs. Aro'a Beachside Inn is a 5-minute drive from Rarotonga Golf Course and a 12-minute drive from Avarua. Rarotonga International Airport is a 7-minute drive away. An airport shuttle service is available at an additional charge. All accommodations features a kitchenette with a stovetop, microwave and a fridge/freezer. Each room offers a sitting area with a flat-screen TV, patio with outdoor furniture and ocean views. You can relax on the sun loungers and hammocks throughout the property. Your free tropical breakfast includes freshly baked muffins, fruit, tea, coffee and juices.
Address Arorangi, Rarotonga Show on map- Saltwater pool
- Water sports facility
- Pets are welcome
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14 The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium
Rutaki
This 4-star resort, located on a private beach, features a restaurant, bar, outdoor pool and luxury day spa. Guests can enjoy a relaxing massage on the beach. The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium offers a range of accommodations, from rooms nestled in tropical gardens to beachfront suites. All have a balcony or courtyard, air conditioning and a refrigerator. Indulge in the “honeymoon bungalow”, which has its own private swimming pool. SpaPolynesia offers aromatherapy massages, body wraps, relaxing facials, manicures and pedicures. Te Vaka Restaurant is located on the water’s edge, featuring themed nights and cultural shows. Captain Andy's Beach Bar serves drinks and casual meals by the pool. Free kids club activities are available. The Aroa Lagoon Marine Reserve is located right in front of the resort, offering some of the best snorkeling in the Cook Islands. Rarotonga Airport is less than 10 minutes’ drive away.
Address Aroa Beach (PO Box 103, Rarotonga) Show on map- Saltwater pool
- Tennis court
- Pool tables
- Ping pong tables
- Karaoke
- Water sports facility
- Gym / fitness center
- Water park
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15 Castaway Resort
Arorangi
Located on Rarotonga’s sheltered sunset coast, Castaway Resort is a laid-back adults-only escape offering fully self-catering accommodations just steps from the sand. Choose from our range of comfortable room types: Poolview Studios, Poolside Studio, Oceanview Studios, Beachside Studios, and spacious Two-Bedroom Apartments — some located right on the beach with stunning lagoon views. All rooms are air-conditioned, equipped with full amenities, and styled with light, airy décor that captures the relaxed tropical vibe of the island. Enjoy our absolute beachfront location, sparkling swimming pool, complimentary snorkeling gear, and free beach towels for your days in the sun. Dine at our popular Castaway Beach Bar, where you can savor mouth-watering island flavors with lagoon views, or enjoy a barefoot dining experience on the sand while watching magical Rarotongan sunsets. We are within walking distance of local restaurants and car rental services. Onsite parking is available, along with street parking nearby, and the bus stop right outside the resort offers easy access to Avarua town and island tours.
Address Arorangi Beach Main Beach Road,Arorangi Show on map- Saltwater pool
- Tennis court
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16 Reefcomber Sunset Beach Arorangi
Reefcomber Sunset Beach is located on the western side of Rarotonga right on the beachfront with amazing sunsets ideal for swimming and snorkeling. All rooms have sea and garden views. This 12 room property consists of 4 self contained Bungalows ( lagoon View) 8 Garden Studio rooms ( garden View). The self contained Bungalows have air conditioning and features kitchette private bathroom solar hot water. All Studio rooms have private bathroom fridge ,complimentary coffee & tea facilities solar hot water. Guests: scooter & bike hire, fishing trips, snorkeling equipment can be arranged from the office. Airport transfers - available apon prior arrangement $20 per person . Blackrock Store across the road -Bus stop in front on road ,Golf Club and several Restaurants within walking distance.
Address Arorangi Show on map
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