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Featured Hostels in Rarotonga

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The Islander Hotel

3.0 star property
Rarotonga
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (553)
"Walk from airport, clean, great over nighter or short stay lovely staff great breakfast! "
Australia
Lea
The price is NZ$244
includes taxes & fees
5 Dec - 6 Dec
The Islander Hotel

The Edgewater Resort & Spa

3.5 star property
Arorangi
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1001)
"Great stay"
Australia
Sheree
The price is NZ$262
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
The Edgewater Resort & Spa

Club Raro Resort – Adults Only

3.0 star property
Avarua
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1000)
"Great stay, room was clean and tidy, staff were kind and accommodating. I definitely recommend staying here !"
Australia
jessy
The price is NZ$226
includes taxes & fees
5 Dec - 6 Dec
Club Raro Resort – Adults Only

Crown Beach Resort & Spa

4.5 star property
Arorangi
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (243)
"Great resort. "
Australia
Laura
The price is NZ$313
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Crown Beach Resort & Spa

Moana Sands Lagoon Resort - Adults Only

3.5 star property
Muri
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (128)
"Great location on the lagoon and a quick drive (or 30 min walk) to Muri beach. Staff were awesome "
United States
Grant
The price is NZ$448
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Moana Sands Lagoon Resort - Adults Only

Pacific Resort Rarotonga

4.5 star property
Muri
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (293)
"The staff are incredible! "
Australia
Laura
The price is NZ$772
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
Pacific Resort Rarotonga

Muri Beach Club

4.0 star property
Muri
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (346)
"Adults only ,very nice hotel. Only downside is when they have weddings then there are children running around, but outside the hotel on the beach"
Australia
Martin
The price is NZ$457
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Muri Beach Club

Tia Kautai Studio

3.0 star property
Kiikii Tapere
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (10)
"Great quiet spot…..not good for swimming…bring a recipe for rooster stew…😂😂😂"
United States
BARRY
The price is NZ$195
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Tia Kautai Studio

Whitehouse Apartments Rarotonga

3.5 star property
Arorangi
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (6)
"The photos do not do this property justice, it was well maintained and very clean and spacious - perfect for our group! A short walk across the road and you find yourself in a gorgeous part of the lagoon, right outside The Rarotongan, where we hand fed fish and swam with turtles! We especially loved Timmy the resident pooch who was just gorgeous, he was a highlight of our trip and we miss him dearly! "
Australia
Mellisa
The price is NZ$334
includes taxes & fees
31 Dec - 1 Jan 2026
Whitehouse Apartments Rarotonga

Aroa Beachside Resort

3.5 star property
Arorangi
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (188)
"Clean, comfortable rooms. Beautiful setting, friendly staff. "
United States
Rona
The price is NZ$198
includes taxes & fees
5 Dec - 6 Dec
Aroa Beachside Resort

The Black Pearl Beach Side Apartments

3.0 star property
Arorangi
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (157)
"Great location, spacious rooms, lovely pool area, shops and cafe close by, excellent beach, wonderful friendly staff!"
Australia
Prue
The price is NZ$297
includes taxes & fees
5 Dec - 6 Dec
The Black Pearl Beach Side Apartments

Ocean Spray Villas

4.0 star property
Avarua
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (8)
"Amazing location on the water and close to town"
New Zealand
Anonymous traveller
Ocean Spray Villas

Muri Shores

3.5 star property
Muri
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (13)
"With only six villa's available it is rather hard to get a booking. It is a fabulous place to stay. Beautifully clean and very well located. "
New Zealand
Sharon
The price is NZ$300
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
Muri Shores

Atupa Suites

3.0 star property
Avarua
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (22)
"Well equipped kitchen and bathroom "
Australia
Zhuanghong
The price is NZ$510
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Atupa Suites

Hillside Retreat with beautiful ocean view, free unlimited Wifi, Airconditioned

Takuvaine Tapere
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2)
"It was such a lovely place, great view and the pool was great. "
New Zealand
Susan F.
The price is NZ$720
includes taxes & fees
19 Dec - 20 Dec
Hillside Retreat with beautiful ocean view, free unlimited Wifi, Airconditioned

Little Polynesian Resort

5.0 star property
Tapere of Titikaveka
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (97)
"Unbelievable service — Florence and the staff made us feel like family, always greeting us by name (and even with hugs!). Our beachfront bungalow was spotless and comfortable with stunning views. Breakfast and dinner were excellent, and the location right on the beach is perfect. Highly recommend renting a car to explore, but it’s hard to leave this special place. Truly unforgettable!"
United States
Lisa
The price is NZ$765
includes taxes & fees
12 Dec - 13 Dec
Little Polynesian Resort
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Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in Rarotonga?
If you're hoping to find budget-friendly accommodation in Rarotonga, you may like this popular option: The Edgewater Resort & Spa - Located within a 20-minute walk of Muri Beach. Property features at this hotel include free parking, an outdoor pool and laundry facilities.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Rarotonga?
Good weather's definitely a plus when you want to venture out and explore, so here are some stats about the seasons: The hottest months are usually March and February, with an average temperature of 27°C, while the coldest months are August and September, with an average of 23°C. The rainiest months in Rarotonga are January, March, December and February, with each month seeing an average of 232 mm of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in Rarotonga?
Generally, Rarotonga is known for its snorkelling, beaches and seafood. Major attractions include Muri Beach. Get out into nature with places such as Aroa Beach, Black Rock and Tikioki Marine Sanctuary. Cultural attractions include Cook Islands Library and Museum, Te Vara Nui Village and Cook Islands National Museum.
What's the best way to get to and around Rarotonga while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Rarotonga on hand to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the nearest airport, which is Rarotonga (RAR-Rarotonga Intl.), located 2.7 mi (4.4 km) away from the city centre.