Southern Cook Islands

Travel Guide

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Aitutaki which includes tropical scenes and a sandy beach
Aitutaki featuring tropical scenes as well as an individual male
Aitutaki which includes performance art and night scenes
Aitutaki featuring a pool and night scenes

Where to stay in Southern Cook Islands

Arorangi which includes general coastal views and kayaking or canoeing

Arorangi

4.5/5(4 area reviews)

Arorangi is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Aroa Beach and Black Rock.

Arorangi
Muri Beach featuring general coastal views

Muri

While visiting Muri, you might make a stop by sights like Muri Beach and Muri Night Markets.

Muri
Titikaveka featuring tranquil scenes

Tapere of Titikaveka

5/5(4 area reviews)

Tapere of Titikaveka is known for its beaches, and you can plan a trip to Muri Beach and Tikioki Beach while you're in town.

Tapere of Titikaveka
Ngatangiia

Takitumu District

While visiting Takitumu District, you might make a stop by sights like Muri Beach and Tikioki Beach.

Takitumu District
Rarotonga which includes a cascade and a pond

Takuvaine Tapere

While visiting Takuvaine Tapere, you might make a stop by sights like Cook Islands Library and Museum and Arai-Te-Tonga.

Takuvaine Tapere
Avarua which includes mountains and a bay or harbor

Avarua

4/5(1 area review)

Beaches, snorkelling and bars are just a few things travellers enjoy about Avarua. Check out Cook Islands Library and Museum or Punanga Nui Market while you're exploring the area.

Avarua
The Edgewater Resort & Spa

The Edgewater Resort & Spa

3.5 out of 5
Avarua Rarotonga
The price is RM557 per night from 22 Dec to 23 Dec
RM557
RM640 total
22 Dec - 23 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Rarotonga. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
Staff did a gret job room was re stocked every time

Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025

The Edgewater Resort & Spa
Club Raro Resort – Adults Only

Club Raro Resort – Adults Only

3 out of 5
Ara Tapu Rarotonga
The price is RM517 per night from 16 Dec to 17 Dec
RM517
RM595 total
16 Dec - 17 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Rarotonga. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
Love the stay coming back next year. Staff excellent and place got a good vibe

Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025

Club Raro Resort – Adults Only
Aitutaki Lagoon Private Island Resort - Adults Only

Aitutaki Lagoon Private Island Resort - Adults Only

4.5 out of 5
Aitutaki Lagoon Aitutaki
The price is RM7,136 per night from 13 Jan to 14 Jan
RM7,136
RM8,206 total
13 Jan - 14 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Aitutaki. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (131 reviews)
yes , the breakfast was fresh and delicious 😋

Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025

Aitutaki Lagoon Private Island Resort - Adults Only
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Te Manava Luxury Villas

Te Manava Luxury Villas

4 out of 5
Avarua Rarotonga
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Rarotonga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and private pools. Popular attractions Muri Beach and Matutu Brewing Company are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (67 reviews)
Amazing villa and the staff were so kind.

Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025

Te Manava Luxury Villas
Kia Orana Villas and Spa

Kia Orana Villas and Spa

4 out of 5
2 Ariki Road Rarotonga
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Rarotonga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (98 reviews)
Room was great. Staff was amazing and Joe was kind allowing us to have breakfast earlier thank opening time on our first morning.

Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025

Kia Orana Villas and Spa
Coral Sands Apartments

Coral Sands Apartments

3.5 out of 5
Main Road Rarotonga
Stay at this beach apartment in Rarotonga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Highland Paradise Cultural ...
9/10 Wonderful! (85 reviews)
The rooms were clean, and the apartment setup was excellent. The pool was an absolute lifesaver in the Rarotonga heat, and overall, we had a very pleasant stay. We were unaware that air conditioning comes at an additional cost. The owner later informed us that this is stated on the Coral Sands website, ...

Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025

Coral Sands Apartments
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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