Akapuao Tapere
Rarotonga
Visit Akapuao Tapere
Popular places to visit
Maire Nui Botanical Gardens
Enjoy a stroll around these colorful, tropical flower-filled gardens followed by a lunch featuring fresh garden produce in the on-site café.
Muri Beach
Stretch out comfortably on the bone-white beach while watching the sunrise over Rarotonga’s popular lagoon.
Aroa Beach
Leave the bustle of the modern world behind and lounge on stretches of powdery white sand with the transparent Pacific Ocean at your fingertips.
Muri Lagoon
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Muri Lagoon during your travels in Rarotonga. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.
Tikioki Marine Sanctuary
Swim with multi-colored fish or spend hours on a stretch of powdery white beach at one of Rarotonga's best coastal spots. Dive around nearby shipwrecks.
Cook Islands Library and Museum
Through art and literature, learn about the history and traditions of the Cook Islands in a library and museum run by friendly local residents.
Things to do
Half-Day Muri Lagoon BBQ Lunch Cruise including Snorkeling
Island Discovery Tour by Island Hopper Vacations
'Explore' Rarotonga Guided Bike Tour with Lunch and Swim
Private Rarotonga Turtle Tour
'Discover' Rarotonga Cycling Tour with Lunch
Top hotels in Akapuao Tapere
Little Polynesian Resort
This place is a treasure! Amazing staff. Bungalows right on the water. Beautiful sunrises and sunsets. And delicious food. What a brilliant way to end our vacation 😁
Reviewed on Jan 10, 2026
Raina Holiday Accommodation
It totally served the purpose. Clean and tidy, friendly staff, and an excellent location. Not only just over the road from the beach, but a very popular restaurant was only a short walk away. We would go back again to Raina Holiday accommodation.
Reviewed on Nov 10, 2025
Natura Lagoon Bungalow 2
Efficient air conditioning and excellent free wifi. Stunning beach, hardly anyone else on the beach. Great snorkeling in the ocean. Charlies Bar, walking distance along the beach, less than 5 minutes. Great property maintence and house keeping every free days. Perfect for relaxing holiday.
Reviewed on Jan 23, 2026
The Edgewater Resort & Spa
Had a lovely time at Edgewater Resort. The staff were friendly and always greeted us with a smile. The grounds and rooms were immaculate. The staff that catered for my sister's birthday did a fantastic job as well✨ Would highly recommend to anyone visiting Rarotonga ☺️
Reviewed on Jan 29, 2026
Club Raro Resort – Adults Only
Great staff good position
Reviewed on Feb 4, 2026
The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium
courteous staff
Reviewed on Jan 28, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Akapuao Tapere
Tapere of Titikaveka
Tapere of Titikaveka is known for its pristine beaches, and you can make a stop by Muri Beach and Tikioki Marine Sanctuary while in the area.
Takitumu District
While visiting Takitumu District, you might make a stop by sights like Muri Beach and Muri Night Markets.
Areiti Tapere
While visiting Areiti Tapere, you might make a stop by sights like Muri Beach and Muri Night Markets.
Muri
If you're spending some time in Muri, Muri Beach and Muri Night Markets are top sights worth seeing.
Turangi Tapere
While Turangi Tapere might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Muri Beach and Te Vara Nui Village.
Matavera
Well-liked for its beaches and snorkeling, you might stop by Muri Beach and Te Vara Nui Village while you're exploring Matavera and the surrounding neighborhoods.
