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
Ariki Adventures: Premium Sea Scooter Turtle Adventure
Swim With The Turtles Rarotonga
'Explore' Rarotonga Guided Bike Tour with Lunch and Swim
Eco Friendly Sea Scooter Turtle Tour in Rarotonga
Island Discovery Tour by Island Hopper Vacations
'Discover' Rarotonga Cycling Tour with Lunch
Akapuao Tapere Hotel Deals
Little Polynesian Resort
"Excellent location, property and bungalow on the beach. Restaurant food and quality excellent. One would expect premium bedding at this price point could use some improvement. Bed comfortable but not luxurious, sheets could use more Thread count. Overall amazing property. Low key, quiet and uncrowded ..."
Reviewed on May 30, 2026
Raina Holiday Accommodation
"Raina is very conveniently located opposite a great snorkeling spot (Fruits of Raratonga). and 200m from Charlies - a great place to eat and relax and gaze out over the lagoon. The gardens are lovely and lush with beautiful plants and flowers and there are loungers to relax on. Bus stop just outside. ..."
Reviewed on Apr 28, 2026
Lyas Bungalow 2 - The best snorkeling across the road
"We loved our stay here! The kitchen facilities are very minimal but honestly it's too hot to cook most of the time anyway! Charlies bar across the road is a fantastic option for meals. Everything was neat and clean when we arrived, and we appreciated that all the windows had bug screens. The check ..."
Reviewed on Mar 17, 2026
The Edgewater Resort & Spa
"Loved the friendly staff, and the variety they had on offer from the food to the entertainment"
Reviewed on May 28, 2026
The Islander Hotel
"Thanks to great communications with the hotel’s staff, our check in was very easy, and our room was very nice and loaded with the needed amenities. We had an excellent breakfast in the morning with a wonderful view of the ocean. Would definitely stay at the Islander Hotel again."
Reviewed on May 24, 2026
The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium
"We loved our stay here, first time travelling with our 1 year old and we don’t have anything but positive thoughts about our holiday at the rarotongan. The staff are so friendly and attentive. Our housekeeper was awesome. Please never change your smiles and being great people!! Amazing snorkelling, ..."
Reviewed on May 26, 2026
Other neighborhoods 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.