Southern Cook Islands

Travel Guide

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

Where to stay in Southern Cook Islands

Arorangi showing general coastal views and kayaking or canoeing

Arorangi

4.5/5(30 area reviews)

Arorangi is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights in the area like Aroa Beach and Black Rock.

Arorangi
Muri Beach which includes general coastal views

Muri

If you're spending some time in Muri, Muri Beach and Muri Night Markets are top sights worth seeing.

Muri
Titikaveka showing tranquil scenes

Tapere of Titikaveka

4.5/5(15 area reviews)

Tapere of Titikaveka is known for its pristine beaches, and you can make a stop by Muri Beach and Tikioki Marine Sanctuary while in the area.

Tapere of Titikaveka
Ngatangiia

Takitumu District

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

Takitumu District
Rarotonga featuring 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 featuring a bay or harbor and mountains

Avarua

4.5/5(8 area reviews)

Beaches, snorkeling, and bars are some highlights of Avarua. Make a stop by Cook Islands Library and Museum or Punanga Nui Market while you're exploring.

Avarua
The Edgewater Resort & Spa

The Edgewater Resort & Spa

3.5 out of 5
Avarua Rarotonga
The price is ¥20,952 per night from Dec 22 to Dec 23
¥20,952
¥24,095 total
Dec 22 - Dec 23
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach resort in Rarotonga. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,009 reviews)
Clean rooms Staff was very helpful and polite I would recommend the Edge Water resort

Reviewed on Nov 22, 2025

The Edgewater Resort & Spa
Aitutaki Lagoon Private Island Resort - Adults Only

Aitutaki Lagoon Private Island Resort - Adults Only

4.5 out of 5
Aitutaki Lagoon Aitutaki
Book a stay at this luxury resort in Aitutaki. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (130 reviews)
yes , the breakfast was fresh and delicious 😋

Reviewed on Nov 24, 2025

Aitutaki Lagoon Private Island Resort - Adults Only
The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium

The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium

4 out of 5
Aroa Beach Marine Reserve, Arorangi Rarotonga
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Rarotonga. Enjoy free parking, 2 restaurants, and a private beach. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the family amenities ...
8/10 Very Good! (489 reviews)
Staff are amazing, property and service high quality. Meitaki

Reviewed on Nov 27, 2025

The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium
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
Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Rarotonga. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and private pools. Popular attractions Muri Beach and Matutu Brewing Company ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (67 reviews)
Amazing villa and the staff were so kind.

Reviewed on Oct 24, 2025

Te Manava Luxury Villas
Kia Orana Villas and Spa

Kia Orana Villas and Spa

4 out of 5
2 Ariki Road Rarotonga
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Rarotonga. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
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 Nov 18, 2025

Kia Orana Villas and Spa
Coral Sands Apartments

Coral Sands Apartments

3.5 out of 5
Main Road Rarotonga
Book a stay at this beach apartment in Rarotonga. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Highland Paradise ...
9/10 Wonderful! (84 reviews)
Wonderful stay. Staff excellent. Nice view on the beach

Reviewed on Nov 2, 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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