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Muri Retreat

3.0 star property
Apartment with free parking, a quick walk to Muri Lagoon

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds
Garden
Muri Retreat - Premier Studio with Lagoon Views | Kaute | Terrace/patio
Terrace/patio
Beach nearby, white sand, sun loungers, beach umbrellas
Located close to Muri Beach and Muri Night Markets, Muri Retreat provides 4 beach bars, a terrace, and a garden. Adventurous travelers may like the paddleboards at this apartment. In-room WiFi (surcharge) is available to all guests, along with an arcade/game room and a library.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Bar
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet friendly
  • Kitchen

Room options

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Muri Retreat - Spacious Tropical Oasis | Moko

Highlights

Yard
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dining table
Smart TV
Washing machine
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Muri Retreat - Private Studio Lagoon Views | Kukupa | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Muri Retreat - Private Studio Lagoon Views | Kukupa

Highlights

Yard
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dining table
Smart TV
Washing machine
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Muri Retreat - Premier Studio with Lagoon Views | Kaute | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Muri Retreat - Premier Studio with Lagoon Views | Kaute

Highlights

Yard
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dining table
Smart TV
Washing machine
  • 45 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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43-inch Smart TV with digital channels, TV, DVD player

Muri Retreat - Cosy Garden Haven | Onu

Highlights

Yard
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dining table
Smart TV
Washing machine
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Muri, a neighborhood in Rarotonga, Muri Retreat is in the mountains and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Muri Lagoon and Muri Beach, while Te Vara Nui Village and Cook Islands Library and Museum are cultural highlights. Don't miss out on a visit to Tikioki Marine Sanctuary. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and mountain biking nearby.
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Ambala Road, Muri Ngatangiia, Rarotonga

What's nearby

  • Muri Beach - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Muri Night Markets - 15 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Te Vara Nui Village - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Muri Lagoon - 1 min drive - 0.3 miles
  • Tikioki Marine Sanctuary - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Rarotonga (RAR-Rarotonga Intl.) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shipwreck Hut - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Charlie's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Tamarind House - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Trader Jacks Bar & Grill - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Rehab Nightclub, Rarotonga, Cook Islands - ‬14 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Muri Retreat

Apartment with free parking, a quick walk to Muri Lagoon
An outdoor pool, 4 beach bars, and laundry facilities are available at this smoke-free apartment building. Self parking is free. Additionally, an arcade/game room, a library, and express check-in are onsite. Each apartment provides a Smart TV with digital channels, plus a kitchen with a refrigerator, a stovetop, and a microwave. Comforts include a pillowtop bed and Egyptian cotton sheets, and guests will also find conveniences like a washing machine and a coffee/tea maker. Housekeeping is not available.
Muri Retreat offers 4 accommodations with DVD players and coffee/tea makers. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations include dining tables. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Accommodations at this 3-star apartment have kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and hair dryers.

This Rarotonga apartment provides wireless Internet access for a surcharge. 43-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels and smart speakers. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans.

Recreational amenities at the apartment include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • White sand beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Free beach club nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool toys

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi (NZD 50 per week)

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Toaster oven

Dining

  • 4 beach bars
  • Couples/private dining
  • Dining table
  • Private picnics

Bedrooms

  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • 43-inch smart TV with digital channels
  • DVD player
  • Library
  • Smart speaker
  • TV in common areas

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Ceiling fan

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Fee: NZD 20 per accommodation per stay
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Luggage storage
  • No housekeeping service
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle cleaning area
  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle tours
  • Helicopter/airplane tours
  • Paddleboard
  • Water sports equipment
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Boat tours nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit

General

  • 4 units
  • Bicycle parking
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Garden
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Property does not allow children

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 7 days before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Key retrieval, private entrance

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of NZD 20 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children 17 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 17 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for in-room wireless internet: NZD 50 per week (rates may vary)
  • Pet fee: NZD 20 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Parties and events are allowed on site
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is professionally cleaned

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
Children 17 years old and younger are not permitted at this property

Property is also known as

Muri Retreat Apartment Rarotonga
Muri Retreat Apartment
Muri Retreat Rarotonga
Muri Retreat Apartment
Muri Retreat Rarotonga
Muri Retreat Apartment Rarotonga

Frequently asked questions

Does Muri Retreat have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Muri Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of NZD 20 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Muri Retreat?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Muri Retreat?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Muri Retreat?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Does Muri Retreat provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is Muri Retreat located?

Located in Muri, this apartment building is within a 15-minute walk of Muri Lagoon, Muri Beach, and Muri Night Markets. Te Vara Nui Village and Tikioki Marine Sanctuary are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Reviews

Muri Retreat Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

10

Location

9.8

Staff & service

10

Eco-friendliness

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Hiroshi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Best place for relaxing. The owner’s family is very kind and admirable.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tucked away but so easy to get to the beach and local amenities. Simon and Denise are lovely hosts, great local knowledge and very informative. They made sure we were able to get the most out of our short stay.
Morning routine 👊
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Celeste

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
The communication from beginning to the arrival to the departure. Kept up to date, quick tour was much appreciated. When booking again will arrange a scooter, to explore more. 👌👌👌
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Peaceful and perfect for my needs
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erica

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
We arranged for airport transfer, was provided with very detailed instructions on when and where to meet. The apartment was clean, spacious, and kitchen as fully stocked with utensils for cooking. Great location, very close to the beach. Would absolutely stay again
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, communication
We had a very relaxing time and took advantage of the rental car option on site. No issues highly recommended
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luis James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We had an amazing stay at Muri retreat! Simon and Denise are great hosts who have thought of everything! The apartment was very clean and had all the amenities! We would highly recommend this place! Thank you for having us.

10/10 Excellent

ProjectAroha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I was the only guest here for the first few nights. So peaceful and quiet and beautiful grounds. I was downstairs and asked to move to the vacant upstairs room when new guests moved in above me. Every noise they made carried downstairs... but there was little to no noise carried through to the adjacent upstairs room which was great. If you want peace and quiet, go for upstairs! You'll also get a view out towads Muri beach. It's so close to everything - Muri Night Markets, Koka Lagoon Cruise, Te Vara Nui, cafes, Te Ara Museum and Cafe and Artspace, resorts (for day-tripping or meals) and rental car/bike facilities. Your hosts are chilled, laid back, friendly and just bloody good people. They'll ensure you have the best time at their place.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2018

6/10 Okay

Johanna

I never went to Rarotonga. I cancelled this stay due to medical conditions and large increase in covid numbers in NZ and Expedia never actioned this via Liv Johnson, Muri retreat. We both checked and the dates I had cancelled and these were still NOT available for anyone else to book. I tried to contact Expedia’s virtual assistant to cancel but it would NOT accept my email address or the Muri booking retreat number. I contacted Liv Johnson and she said Expedia has not replied to her also. I now have asked Liv for Expedia’s contact but no info as yet. Just to add this booking should never have happened with Expedia as Liv Johnson said they were offline with Muri retreat. When I contacted Liv , Muri retreat, the initial booking wasn’t even loaded with them via Expedia. Liv then made me a booking which I had to end up cancelling. This whole process was a mess and still is as I want a full refund and don’t know how/whom/find expedias contacts.I have asked Muri retreat to email me a letter that I cancelled booking and for Expedias contacts due to medical reasons. I have still not received this from Liv Johnson, Muri retreat
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ute

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Einfach traumhaft!!!!

Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Vicki

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Located in a quiet area But theres a phone thay dosen't go ordered a pick up form airport but didnt turn up
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved that this great place was slightly tucked away, but such a quick walk to everything you could need - including the beach! The view from my top floor apartment was beautiful, especially at sunrise. Steve went above and beyond - a very kind, accommodating host! :)
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Brent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

week on Buis

First time to stay with this place and it was perfect, just far enough out of town to be nice and quite yet close enough to be walkable, which i didn't!! hosts are great people, I will be back, thank yopu
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Patrick, Auckland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A small but very cosy place with lovely, accomodating hosts, Steven & Phoebe. Highly recommend the Muri Retreat if you are wanting a quiet place to stay. Located a wee way from the main road, only a short walk to shops and the beach.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 13 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Dallas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

3 weeks in paradise

A little paradise- Phoebe and Steve are the best hosts you could ever hope for. The accommodations had everything we needed for preparing our meals, laundry, comfie beds and a refreshing pool. Short walk down a hill to the restaurants, beaches and shops at Muri Beach. Loved it! Would return in a heartbeat 💗
Stayed 19 nights in Dec 2018

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