Title: Visit Arorangi: Best of Arorangi, Rarotonga Travel 2026 | Expedia Tourism - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Arorangi](https://expedia.ca/Arorangi-Rarotonga-Hotels.0-n6055265-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Rarotonga](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Rarotonga.d6055262.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Rarotonga](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Rarotonga.d6055262.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Arorangi Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Arorangi.d6055265.Car-Rental-Guide)[Arorangi Vacations](https://expedia.ca/Arorangi.d6055265.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Arorangi ## Rarotonga ![Arorangi showing general coastal views and kayaking or canoeing](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6055265/0d66cf3a-caff-4aac-a8e5-b238d83b97ef.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Arorangi showing general coastal views and kayaking or canoeing](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6055265/0d66cf3a-caff-4aac-a8e5-b238d83b97ef.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Arorangi showing food](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6055265/05e84ccd-831a-4a84-aeac-7abd95573492.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Arorangi featuring tropical scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6055265/fa4f4620-6d1a-4419-ae22-67a568cf7335.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Arorangi featuring signage](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6055265/77ac50d5-3ae8-4b75-abd7-200a8b1abeab.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Arorangi Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Rarotonga travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Rarotonga.dx6055262) #### As the sun sets, relax on Rarotonga’s coast next to the clear waters of an azure lagoon. Enjoy exploring the wonders of the Cook Islands. The district of Arorangi on Rarotonga’s western coast makes a great base to explore the Cook Islands. Stay in a waterfront bungalow, doze on white sandy beaches, discover magnificent marine life, lounge in funky cafés and learn about Polynesian heritage and culture. The western coast of Rarotonga is protected from the southeast trade winds and is known for its sunsets over the sea. Amble barefoot along the shore and look westward as the sky turns brilliant shades of orange and red. Watch the moon rise in the sky before you settle into a beach bar for a cocktail and a platter of fresh seafood. Rarotonga is a volcanic island surrounded by coral reefs that teem with marine life. Snorkel or swim in Arorangi’s lagoon or Aroa Beach in the southwest. Visit Black Rock in the north, where legend says Maori spirits ascended to the afterlife. North of Black Rock is the marine reserve. Look for humpback whales here between June and October. The centre of Rarotonga is mountainous and covered in thick jungle. Explore the attractions around the circumference and then trek across the island with a local guide. The Saturday morning Punanga Nui Market, known for its black pearls, and the Beachcomber Pearl Market and Gallery with Polynesian arts and crafts are great places to pick up a memento of the Cook Islands. Visit the Tinomana Village at the Highland Paradise Cultural Centre, which has brilliant views of the western and southern coasts. Along the main road is the Cook Islands’ first missionary-built village, with the Arorangi Cook Islands Christian Church. Wander through the small cemetery in the front garden and sit in a Sunday morning church service. Located in western Rarotonga, Arorangi is a 5-minute drive from the international airport. Navigate compact Arorangi easily by car, scooter or bicycle. A local bus trip around the island takes 45 minutes. --- ### Popular places to visit ![Aro\'a Beach showing a sandy beach as well as a couple](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6142568/aace02c5-a329-4887-8b3c-8f38072990ba.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Aroa-Beach-Arorangi.d6142568.Vacation-Attraction) ![Muri Beach showing tropical scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6055267/2a662e9a-fcb0-4422-924d-ae96403bf801.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Muri Beach Stretch out comfortably on the bone-white beach while watching the sunrise over Rarotonga’s popular lagoon. [](https://expedia.ca/Muri-Beach-Muri.d6055267.Vacation-Attraction) ![Sunrise at Cape Tourville, Freycinet Peninsula, Tasmania, Shutterstock ID 439005910, Purchase Order: -](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532611404/ed7788f5-79e7-418f-8bad-24f64fde8e9e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Muri-Lagoon-Rarotonga.d553248621532611404.Vacation-Attraction) ![Tikioki Marine Sanctuary which includes a sandy beach and tropical scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6127390/f015973f-482b-49a9-82cd-0ef3610282f3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Tikioki-Marine-Sanctuary-Tapere-of-Titikaveka.d6127390.Vacation-Attraction) ![Rarotonga featuring interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6101154/d511a9e2-028a-421c-95a8-dfe69dfcb646.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Cook-Islands-Library-And-Museum-Rarotonga.d6101154.Vacation-Attraction) ![Te Vara Nui Village as well as a large group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6311846/87d951aa-e016-4fc0-bdbd-c755d942e236.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Te Vara Nui Village Join an interactive experience to appreciate the authentic educational and entertaining story of Cook Islands’ culture. [](https://expedia.ca/Te-Vara-Nui-Village-Muri.d6311846.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Tpour bus in Cook Islands](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/237033/42dcba75-4bd1-4268-83ee-997bac9a0c15.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Island Discovery Tour by Island Hopper Vacations CA $70 per adult **98%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/island-discovery-tour-by-island-hopper-vacations.a237033.activity-details) ![Ready to head off](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1394323/d44ac55f-3da5-4d20-a42f-3693896aaa6c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 'Explore' Rarotonga Guided Bike Tour with Lunch and Swim CA $120 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/explore-rarotonga-guided-bike-tour-with-lunch-and-swim.a1394323.activity-details) ![Eagle rays cook islands ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2365494/eb823fa7-0aa2-47c7-a05e-9e6c3c48f97c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cook Islands Turtle and Ray Tour CA $120 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/cook-islands-turtle-and-ray-tour.a2365494.activity-details) ![Premium Sea Scooter Turtle Adventure](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2286543/08e08a25-fb8d-4fb5-aa0d-f1ba21c1d7ba.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Ariki Adventures: Premium Sea Scooter Turtle Adventure CA $151 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/ariki-adventures-premium-sea-scooter-turtle-adventure.a2286543.activity-details) !['Discover' Rarotonga Cycling Tour with Lunch](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1394341/692452bf-29a8-458e-8b7d-7f53dd63e6d5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 'Discover' Rarotonga Cycling Tour with Lunch CA $99 per adult **94%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/discover-rarotonga-cycling-tour-with-lunch.a1394341.activity-details) ![ Eco Friendly Sea Scooter Turtle Tour in Rarotonga ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49543547/7541f818-c282-41ae-b99a-0fce679f8e1d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Eco Friendly Sea Scooter Turtle Tour in Rarotonga CA $144 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/eco-friendly-sea-scooter-turtle-tour-in-rarotonga.a49543547.activity-details) [See all activities in Rarotonga](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Rarotonga.d6055262.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Arorangi Hotel Deals ![The Edgewater Resort & Spa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1590000/1583400/1583329/8e785258_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Edgewater Resort & Spa Avarua Rarotonga CA $187 CA $216 total Feb 13 - Feb 14 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this beach resort in Rarotonga. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews) Rooms were tidy. Staff were very friendly. Food was very nice. Just unfortunate it was wet for a few days Reviewed on Jan 31, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=14%2F02%2F2026&selected=1583329&PinnedHotelID=1583329&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6055265) ![The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/810000/801800/801791/dd647014_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium Aroa Beach Marine Reserve, Arorangi Rarotonga Book a stay at this beach hotel in Rarotonga. Enjoy free parking, 2 restaurants, and a private beach. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the family amenities ... 8/10 Very Good! (511 reviews) Beach front location with great snorkeling and great buffet breakfast. 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Popular ... 7.8/10 Good! (449 reviews) Loved my stay here!! It was so tranquil and cool to have The Rarotongan next door for games and a busier atmosphere. Loved the amenities being right outside the rooms to take straight into the beach. There were so many activities each day there’s something for everyone. The staff were amazing - shoutout ... Reviewed on Jan 11, 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026&selected=3521884&PinnedHotelID=3521884&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6055265) [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026&selected=3521884&PinnedHotelID=3521884&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6055265) ![Crown Beach Resort & Spa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1180000/1171700/1171672/91f1be2b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Crown Beach Resort & Spa Rarotonga Ring-Road, Arorangi Rarotonga Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Rarotonga. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants, and a private beach. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (251 reviews) The room was well equipped, clean and comfortable. Staff were so helpful and friendly especially reception staff Frances, Inoke and Ryan and Jone in the restaurant. We loved staying at the Crown and would recommend it to others. Reviewed on Feb 2, 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026&selected=1171672&PinnedHotelID=1171672&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6055265) [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026&selected=1171672&PinnedHotelID=1171672&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6055265) ![Castaway Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3010000/3007200/3007154/123412d8_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Castaway Resort Arorangi Rarotonga Book a stay at this beach resort in Rarotonga. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (262 reviews) Had a lovely stay here. Massive shout out to Arlyn who was friendly and very helpful! Reviewed on Jan 11, 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026&selected=3007154&PinnedHotelID=3007154&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6055265) [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026&selected=3007154&PinnedHotelID=3007154&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6055265) ![Lagoon Breeze Villas](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3010000/3007300/3007255/89abc693_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Lagoon Breeze Villas Aroa Beach, Beach Road, Arorangi Rarotonga Book a stay at this beach hotel in Rarotonga. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (197 reviews) We had a great time. The premises is clean and well kept. Air con was lovely. Bed was comfy. Pool was fun. Breakfast delicious and staff are kind and helpful. The location is great with the beach across the street for snorkelling, kayaking and watching the sunset. Lots of gear available including ... Reviewed on Feb 3, 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026&selected=3007255&PinnedHotelID=3007255&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6055265) [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026&selected=3007255&PinnedHotelID=3007255&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6055265) [See all 362 properties in Arorangi](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=08%2F02%2F2026&endDate=09%2F02%2F2026®ionId=6055265) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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Make a stop by Aroa Beach while you're exploring. [](https://expedia.ca/Cook-Islands-Tapere-Of-Rutaki.dx3000664883) ![Oasis inside forest te rua manga trek](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000382788/adcec6ce-943e-4ee3-97db-3752c7111ddd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Tapere of Vaimaanga Travelers like the museums in Tapere of Vaimaanga, and Wigmore's Waterfall is a top attraction you might want to visit. [](https://expedia.ca/Cook-Islands-Tapere-Of-Vaimaanga.dx3000382788) ![Avarua which includes mountains and a bay or harbour](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6142569/884e8335-0670-4cef-8fd5-18d0e3bb27bd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Avarua 2.5/5(2 area reviews) Beaches, snorkeling, and bars are some highlights of Avarua. Make a stop by Cook Islands Library and Museum or Punanga Nui Market while you're exploring. 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