What is Matavera like?

Matavera is a welcoming neighbourhood that travellers like for its beaches and snorkelling.

What's a favourite place to stay in Matavera?

Based on our traveller data, Ikurangi Eco Retreat is one of the top choices for your stay in Matavera. This hotel offers free breakfast and an outdoor pool. Another good option for your stay in the neighbourhood is Seaside Beachfront Villas .

How many hotels should I expect to find in the Matavera area?

Expedia has 25 hotels and other accommodation options in Matavera to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Rarotonga area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Matavera, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals in Matavera.

What is there to do in this Rarotonga neighbourhood?

Muri Beach, Avana Harbour and Arai-Te-Tonga are just a few of the places to visit in and around Matavera. While you're out sightseeing in Rarotonga, make sure that you visit other sights such as Moturakau or Te Vara Nui Village.

The Best Hotels in Matavera, Rarotonga - 2025 Updated Prices

Top Trending Hotels Near Matavera, Rarotonga

"Really nice place, great staff and spa "

Private beach, white sand, sun-loungers, beach towels

"Staff, beautiful grounds. Nice room. quiet. Great food. "

฿13,969 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Mar - 18 Mar

Deluxe Beachfront Room | Beach/ocean view

"The staff and facilities are great. Right on one of the best beaches in Rarotonga with canoes, SUPs and snorkeling gear provided. Thanks to all the staff again."

฿6,867 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Mar - 12 Mar

"We loved our stay at Te Vakaroa! We had an upstairs two bedroom villa with an awesome view across the lagoon to the ocean… walk out the front past the pool and your on the sand and swimming! Two bedrooms, two bathrooms upstairs, another toilet down stairs with a washer and dryer.. big lounge area and balcony.. right next door to the sailing club with cafe bar… a short walk to the pacific resort or nautilus where we went for food and cocktails… Awesome location and we are booking again for next...

"Kristina and her staff were great. Super friendly and helpful. The back villa came with amazing views with loungers and a table and chairs to enjoy the raised deck views. Bikes and kayaks were available for use and allowed us to see three turtles in the lagoon while paddling on three separate days. Loungers were also available for use on the beach. The night market was only steps away which made dining easy when we had no car available. We did rent a Muri Shores vehicle they had available at the...

฿6,166 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Mar - 30 Mar

Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

"What an absolutely amazing hotel and staff! Cannot recommend this hotel more! The staff is so awesome, they get to know your name and will recommend local food spots as well as things to do. "

฿14,451 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Mar - 18 Mar

"The only thing needed is wifi and they are working on it, everything is excellent! Highly recommend it!"

"The beach was so beautiful, safe to swim, would have taken my own snorkel if I had know how great the area was. Our room was on the bottom floor, so we could go out our doors right out to the beach. The outdoor dining was just a few steps from our room. The food was great, so were the drinks. One drink in particular was great, called a Mud Lover. The staff was great, especially Ryan, very friendly and helpful. Marvin was also great. One thing I would recommend would be to rent a car at least...

"We enjoyed our stay and found the property to be above our expections. Communication was good and we were met onsite by the Property Manager who was lovely. A car or scooter is useful for this property as it is up a steep hillside. Overall, fantastic value for money and in a great location to explore all the area has to offer."

฿3,750 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Mar - 26 Mar

"The Staff went above and beyond to be friendly and helpful. Everyone of them. Things I didn’t care for was the rediculous prices for drinks, what Happy Hour? Wifi is also an unbelievable rip off. No beach to walk on and tough swimming. They have done a really good job fixing this place up and Adults only is a bonus."

฿4,354 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Apr - 9 Apr

Outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

"We throughly enjoyed our stay at the sanctuary, a couple of small things i would change is the music! It is on loop 1 album the whole time and food was not consistent but mostly good. Also wifi needs to be inclusive in price even if it is a small amount. Overall was our favorite place to stay! "

฿5,421 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Mar - 12 Mar

"The Raratongan Resort was amazing! The snorkeling was some of the best anywhere-hundreds of fish (including so many nurseries with babies), lots of coral, many, many eels, and turtles; the beach was beautiful; the staff and activities were terrific; the room was wonderful; and the breakfast buffet was the best I've ever had anywhere! What a paradise!"

฿5,978 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Mar - 12 Mar

"Paul & his team are amazing hosts. The Black Pearl is a lovely place to stay without the hustle and bustle of a big complex. Everything is available from a washing machine, BBQ & reef shoes. The beach is a 30 second walk accross the road and there is a restaurant and garage right next door for any snacks or drinks if needed. Paul can provide great recommendations for restaurants and car hire! Thank you so much for making our first trip to Raro truly on to remember!!"

"We enjoyed the convenience of the restaurant and bar on site, the pool was Devine and the staff absolutely amazing. We will be back👍"

฿5,798 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Mar - 12 Mar

"If you’re just looking for a clean, decent, and convenient place to stay for 1-2 nights, I highly recommend this place. We landed around 11:30 pm, this hotel is very close to the airport (walkable). We stayed here at the front and back ends of our trip as we spent the majority of the trip in Aitutaki. We would stay here again. The restaurant had great food and drinks. I even got a wonderful massage for a great price here. They also have free WiFi. WiFi is hard to find on the island unless...

฿5,549 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Mar - 12 Mar