About Pacific Resort Rarotonga
Pacific Resort Rarotonga sits on about 5.5 acres of beachfront at Muri Beach, on the southeast coast of Rarotonga. It has 64 rooms, suites and villas set in tropical gardens along Muri Lagoon.
What sets it apart is its spot right on Muri Lagoon, the calmest and most popular stretch of water on the island, plus a free kids club. It suits families, couples and groups of friends who want to be close to Muri’s cafes and lagoon cruises.
At a glance
Highlights
- On Muri Lagoon
- 5.5 acres of beachfront gardens
- Kids Corner kids club
- 2- and 3-bedroom villas
- Walk to Muri cafes
Amenities
Rooms and suites
- Premium garden suites
- Premium beachfront suites
- Premium family rooms
- 2-bedroom garden villas
- 3-bedroom lagoon view and beachfront villas
Restaurants and bars
The resort is not all-inclusive. Muri’s cafes and restaurants are a short walk away.
- Sandals Restaurant: the main restaurant, set in the gardens
- Barefoot Bar: cocktails by the lagoon
Beach, pools and spa
The resort faces a white sand beach on Muri Lagoon, with clear, shallow water. There is an outdoor pool and a children’s pool. The spa offers massages, facials, body scrubs, manicures and pedicures, and treatments should be booked ahead.
Activities and entertainment
Guests can kayak and snorkel in Muri Lagoon right from the beach. Kids Corner is a free kids club, and babysitting is available for a fee. The front desk can arrange bike and scooter rentals and book tours, including the popular lagoon cruises that leave from Muri Beach.
Who it’s best for
- Best for: families with children, couples and groups who want villas with space on Muri Lagoon.
- Consider another resort if: you want an adults-only stay or a large pool complex.
Getting there from Rarotonga International Airport
Rarotonga International Airport (RAR) is about 25 minutes away by car, along the island’s coastal road. The resort can arrange an airport shuttle for a fee if you contact it at least 72 hours before arrival.
Book a private transfer in advance so a driver meets you at arrivals and takes you straight to the resort.
Good to know
- Self parking is free
- Children are welcome, and the kids club is free
- The local currency is the New Zealand dollar
- Spa treatments need a reservation
Location of Pacific Resort Rarotonga
FAQ about Pacific Resort Rarotonga
Is Pacific Resort Rarotonga adults only?
No. Families are welcome, and there is a free kids club.
How many rooms does it have?
64 rooms, suites and villas.
Where is the resort?
On Muri Beach, on the southeast coast of Rarotonga.
How far is Rarotonga International Airport?
About 25 minutes by car.
Is there an airport shuttle?
Yes, for a fee, booked at least 72 hours before arrival.
Is it all-inclusive?
No.
Is there a pool?
Yes, an outdoor pool and a children's pool.
Is there a spa?
Yes. It offers massages, facials, body scrubs, manicures and pedicures.
Can I kayak from the resort?
Yes. Kayaks can be used on Muri Lagoon.
Is parking free?
Yes, self parking is free.
