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.
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.
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.
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
Ariki Adventures: Premium Sea Scooter Turtle Adventure
Island Discovery Tour by Island Hopper Vacations
'Explore' Rarotonga Guided Bike Tour with Lunch and Swim
Private Rarotonga Turtle Tour
Top hotels in Akapuao Tapere
Little Polynesian Resort
Rog the housekeeping guy was excellent . And Tom the waiter was very good as well. Room was ocean front as promised and staff and food were wonderful. Fantastic stay!!!!
Reviewed on Mar 17, 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
The Edgewater Resort & Spa
Comfortable
Reviewed on Mar 22, 2026
The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium
The staff were very kind and accomodating to the children in our group.they took the time to learn their names etc. What is offered at this resort is awesome for families who are looking for a relaxing holiday as well as activvities to keep them busy all in the one place.
Reviewed on Mar 19, 2026
Club Raro Resort – Adults Only
I had a standard room which was clean and serviced daily if you want - it was dated but functional - had everything we needed. Had a hire car which was parked out front - no problems with it apart from trying to back out when you can't see. Didn't use the laundry. Inclusive breakfast was good but ...
Reviewed on Mar 22, 2026
Crown Beach Resort & Spa
Amazing people on the resort. Best we have ever been treated.
Reviewed on Mar 17, 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 Tikioki Marine Sanctuary and Muri Beach 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 Night Markets and Muri Beach.
Muri
If you're spending some time in Muri, Muri Night Markets and Muri Lagoon 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 Te Vara Nui Village and Muri Night Markets while you're exploring Matavera and the surrounding neighborhoods.
