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Muri

Lagoon life, dining, culture and one of the easiest places for first-time visitors.

Why Muri?

A base that feels different.

Muri combines lagoon access with a concentration of accommodation, restaurants, cultural attractions and activities. It is especially practical if you want plenty within a short distance.

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Where to stay

Muri has full-service beachfront resorts, including Pacific Resort Rarotonga, alongside smaller hotels, villas and self-contained stays.

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Full-service beachfront resort

Pacific Resort Rarotonga

A major family-friendly resort on Muri Lagoon.

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Beachfront villas

Muri Beach Resort

Self-contained villas and apartments beside the lagoon.

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Adults-only beachfront villas

Te Vakaroa Villas

A smaller villa option directly on Muri Lagoon.

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Adults-only hotel

Muri Beach Club Hotel

Lagoonfront hotel accommodation in central Muri.

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Private villas

Te Manava Luxury Villas

Self-contained villas close to Muri Lagoon.

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Things to do

Koka Lagoon Cruises

Four-hour lagoon experience.

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Captain Tama's

Glass-bottom cruise and snorkelling.

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Te Vara Nui

Culture and evening show.

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Te Ara Museum

History, culture, café and local enterprise.

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Eat & drink

Muri Night Market

Four evenings a week from 5pm until sold out.

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Nautilus Restaurant

Breakfast, lunch and dinner.

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Sandals Restaurant

Pacific Resort dining.

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RSC Beachfront Bar & Brasserie

Relaxed beachfront dining at the Rarotonga Sailing Club.

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Dining & lagoon views

SilverSands at Muri Beach Club Hotel

Lagoonfront dining at the adults-only Muri Beach Club Hotel.

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