Southern Cook Islands
Travel Guide
Visit Southern Cook Islands
Where to stay in Southern Cook Islands
Muri
If you're spending some time in Muri, Muri Beach and Muri Night Markets are top sights worth seeing.
Takitumu District
While visiting Takitumu District, you might make a stop by sights like Muri Beach and Muri Night Markets.
Arorangi
Arorangi is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights in the area like Aroa Beach and Black Rock.
Tapere of Titikaveka
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.
Takuvaine Tapere
While visiting Takuvaine Tapere, you might make a stop by sights like Cook Islands Library and Museum and Arai-Te-Tonga.
Tapere of Vaimaanga
Travelers like the museums in Tapere of Vaimaanga, and Wigmore's Waterfall is a top attraction you might want to visit.
The Edgewater Resort & Spa
Highly recommend Edgewater the room was very clean, the staff were so helpful and friendly, the activities were a lot of fun and the restaurant is very reasonably priced.
Reviewed on May 11, 2026
The Islander Hotel
Looks nothing like the photo Music booms all day (11am - 11pm) from the Hula Bar No place to relax, no sun loungers, pool is small & really only suitable for children. Food was awful - except for the tuna sashimi Only good thing was reasonably priced drinks Would never stay again
Reviewed on May 5, 2026
The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium
Great location. The lagoon infront was amazing and you literally can swim with a turtle in that lagoon. Staff were super friendly and good variety of food in options. Must visit
Reviewed on Apr 27, 2026
Kia Orana Villas and Spa
Our Kia Orana villa was superb. Right from when we booked, the communication with Sane was superb, and that quality was reflected in the villa itself which was very well appointed and met every superlative said about it. If we go back to Raro, we will be looking to stay there again
Reviewed on Apr 18, 2026
The Cooks Oasis
Extremely well hosted,,everything there you could need ,, very quiet at night,, 2 min walk to the beach,,laundry, books,dvd’s , snorkel stuff, Kayaks,, et etc etc, a little quieter side of the island, but some great photos of coral straight out from property . Jane kept our stuff safe while we adventured ...
Reviewed on Apr 26, 2026
Ocean Escape Resort&Spa
Beautifully appointed rooms with every detail well-planned, including lovely snacks and a continental breakfast. The staff is friendly, the owners are incredible hosts. I will return!
Reviewed on Apr 7, 2026
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Popular places to visit
Muri Beach
Stretch out comfortably on the bone-white beach while watching the sunrise over Rarotonga’s popular lagoon.
Aroa Beach
Leave the bustle of the modern world behind and lounge on stretches of powdery white sand with the transparent Pacific Ocean at your fingertips.
Muri Lagoon
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Muri Lagoon during your travels in Rarotonga. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.
Tikioki Marine Sanctuary
Swim with multi-colored fish or spend hours on a stretch of powdery white beach at one of Rarotonga's best coastal spots. Dive around nearby shipwrecks.
Akitua Island
Relax in a luxury bungalow on a remote islet where a blue lagoon and an untouched reef teeming with tropical fish are close and convenient.
One Foot Island Beach
Escape from the modern world to a tropical beach that has been identified as one of the best in Australasia.
