About Us
Your hosts Simon, Denise & Jimmy welcome you to their slice of Raro paradise and look forward to sharing it with you.
Muri Retreat offers 4 tropical private self-contained apartments nestled in the cool foothills of Muri overlooking Rarotonga’s turquoise lagoon and the deep blue Pacific Ocean beyond. All apartments are set in stunning tropical gardens and have access to the pool and outdoor BBQ areas.
Muri Retreat is within walking distance of all you need during your stay - stunning beaches, local shops, bus stops, car/motorbike rentals, produce stalls, night markets, cultural experiences, lagoon tours, cafes, restaurants and bars.
Spend your days staying local or get out and explore further afield knowing you have your own peaceful tropical retreat to return to and relax in whenever you need to.
We are passionate about our Island and our goal is for you to leave having had the best holiday experience possible so you want to keep coming back!
So if we can help add to your perfect tropical holiday in any way . . . we will with local info, tips and optional extras available in our guest information booklets.
However, if you’d prefer to explore and discover what our beautiful island has to offer on your own we will leave you in tranquil peace knowing we are just a phone call away.
Whichever holiday experience best suits you we know you will . . .
Relax at Muri Retreat





What our previous guests have said
5 Star. The most accommodating and welcoming owners ever. Both Simon and Denise are the friendliest owners that I've ever had. Always checking up on you
Souhei Chan | 6th April 2023, New Zealand
5 Star! What an amazing stay - can't wait to be back! Stayed here for our honeymoon and birthday celebrations . What an absolute gem - Thank you Simon
Mr & Mrs Dandekar | 24th March 2023, United Kingdom
5 Star. I had a great stay of 9 nights with my boyfriend. The new owners Simon and Denise are super friendly and the place was clean, surrounded by nature and
Cecilia Elizalde | 3rd March 2023, Argentina & NZ
We stayed in the spacious Kaute apartment, which is one of 4 apartments in the Muri Retreat house. From the moment of welcome to the moment of goodbye our stay
David & Karen | 2nd March 2023, Belgium, Germany & NZ
5 Star. We booked Muri Retreat for 4 nights and it was such a great spot to stay and explore the Cook Islands. Such a beautiful private sanctuary with
Malanie & Michael | 4th Feb 2023, New Zealand
5 Star! Muri Retreat Apartments have new owners Simon and Denise. They took over ownership the day after we arrived. Friendly and very helpful. Could not of
Christine | 4th Jan 2023, New Zealand
Excellent, well presented and furnished apartments. Great garden setting, with cool little swimming pool. Obliging staff, would definitely stay again!!
Fred | 30th Oct 2022, New Zealand
Place have everything you need for "perfect holiday in paradise"! Amazing staff, so helpful and there for you in any moment If required, place is so
Jovaninho | 1st Oct 2022, New Zealand
Thank you Muri Retreat.. will definitely be come back soon!
Angie | 23rd Sept 2022, New Zealand
My stay was fabulous , did not want to leave!
Michelle | 3rd Sept 2022, New Zealand