Takitumu District Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

If you're looking for a perfect beach in Rarotonga, head to Muri Beach to the East coast. There are a couple of sand motus in the lagoon, which you can swim or kayak to when the conditions are alright.
If you're looking for a perfect beach in Rarotonga, head to Muri Beach to the East coast. There are a couple of sand motus in the lagoon, which you can swim or kayak to when the conditions are alright.
Infinity pool at little polynesian resort
Muri sunrise, Rarotonga
Little polynesian beach

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Our pick of the best Takitumu District Hotel Deals

Pacific Resort Rarotonga

Pacific Resort Rarotonga

4.5 out of 5
Muri Beach Rarotonga
The price is NZ$800 per night from 13 Feb to 14 Feb
NZ$800
13 Feb - 14 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Rarotonga. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (296 reviews)
The room was very clean but all amenities were not replenished even when asked. The staff were wonderful especially at both restaurants. The food was delicious - lunch & dinner menus could be more varied. The beach/lagoon were fabulous. Very relaxing stay after a hectic tour of Australia & NZ.

Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026

Pacific Resort Rarotonga
Moana Sands Lagoon Resort - Adults Only

Moana Sands Lagoon Resort - Adults Only

3.5 out of 5
Muri Beach Rarotonga
The price is NZ$465 per night from 20 Feb to 21 Feb
NZ$465
20 Feb - 21 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Rarotonga. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (134 reviews)
The room was large, clean and the bathroom updated. The staff was very friendly and professional. They let us get a later checkout which helped with our departure

Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026

Moana Sands Lagoon Resort - Adults Only
Muri Beach Resort

Muri Beach Resort

3.5 out of 5
Main Rd, Muri Beach Rarotonga
Stay at this beach resort in Rarotonga. Enjoy free parking, a full-service spa and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (112 reviews)
Was disappointed that there was no breakfast included as I believe when I booked it it included breakfast.

Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026

Muri Beach Resort
Muri Beachcomber

Muri Beachcomber

3.5 out of 5
Muri Beach Rarotonga
Stay at this beach hotel in Rarotonga. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (387 reviews)
Clean room and very friendly staff.

Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026

Muri Beachcomber
Palm Grove

Palm Grove

3.5 out of 5
Ara Tapu (Main Road) Rarotonga
Stay at this beach resort in Rarotonga. Enjoy free breakfast, a private beach and room service. Popular attractions Muri Beach and Wigmore's Waterfall are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (140 reviews)
Staff are good. Room was clean.

Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026

Palm Grove
Tropical Sands

Tropical Sands

3 out of 5
Muri Village (4 minutes away) Rarotonga
Stay at this beach apartment in Rarotonga. Enjoy free parking, a beach locale and Wi-Fi (surcharge). Popular attractions Muri Beach and Avana Harbour are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (126 reviews)
We can't fault the attention and excellent service Kanoe & Rudy gave us. The room was spotless and very well equipped and the deck was huge which we found a real bonus.

Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025

Tropical Sands
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Other neighbourhoods around Takitumu District

Infinity pool at little polynesian resort

Akapuao Tapere

If you're spending some time in Akapuao Tapere, Tikioki Beach and Maire Nui Botanical Gardens are top sights worth seeing.

Akapuao Tapere
Titikaveka which includes tranquil scenes

Tapere of Titikaveka

Tapere of Titikaveka is known for its beaches, and you can plan a trip to Muri Beach and Tikioki Marine Sanctuary while you're in town.

Tapere of Titikaveka
Oasis inside forest te rua manga trek

Tapere of Vaimaanga

Travellers like the museums in Tapere of Vaimaanga, and Wigmore's Waterfall is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Tapere of Vaimaanga
Ancient fishing village, Etang de Canet-Saint-Nazar, Roussillon, South of France

Turangi Tapere

While Turangi Tapere isn't home to many top sights, Muri Beach and Te Vara Nui Village are some notable places to visit nearby.

Turangi Tapere
Muri Beach which includes tropical scenes and general coastal views

Areiti Tapere

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

Areiti Tapere
After husking and grilling coconuts following amazing recipes I promised I won't disclose, we wanted some rest by the lagoon to enjoy the surroundings and incredible locals

Muri

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

Muri


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