Southern Cook Islands

Travel Guide

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

Where to stay in Southern Cook Islands

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
Arorangi showing kayaking or canoeing and general coastal views

Arorangi

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

Arorangi
Titikaveka which includes tranquil scenes

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.

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 which includes a waterfall 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 showing a bay or harbor and mountains

Avarua

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 P7,948 per night from Nov 11 to Nov 12
P7,948
P9,140 total
Nov 11 - Nov 12
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star 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! (1,002 reviews)
I loved the view. Enjoyed watching the waves crash over the reef and snorkeling with all the fishes.

Reviewed on Nov 5, 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, Motu Akitua, Aitutaki
Stay at this 4.5-star 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! (125 reviews)
excellent

Reviewed on Nov 7, 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, Ara Tapu Rd, Rarotonga
The price is P10,401 per night from Dec 7 to Dec 8
P10,401
P11,961 total
Dec 7 - Dec 8
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star 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! (477 reviews)
Staff were great facilities and ameneties good Would return

Reviewed on Oct 29, 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, PO Box 790 , Rarotonga
Stay at this 4-star beach aparthotel in Rarotonga. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and private pools. Popular attractions Muri Beach and Aroa Beach are located ...
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, Atupa, Rarotonga
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Rarotonga. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (97 reviews)
For five nights I enjoyed my well appointed suite, which had facilities for laundry, cooking, outdoor bbq, and patio. The outdoor patio had covered areas which were great during the occasional rains. There was an inside shower and an outdoor soaking tub. Many sliding doors with screens allowed cross ...

Reviewed on Oct 26, 2025

Kia Orana Villas and Spa
Magic Reef Bungalows

Magic Reef Bungalows

3.5 out of 5
Main Road Arorangi, Rarotonga
Stay at this 3.5-star beach aparthotel in Rarotonga. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Aroa Beach and Highland Paradise ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (210 reviews)
It was a great choice for us. The property is lovely, and the location is quiet and accessible. It felt calm just to walk into the place and local food and walks were a great feature. Would stay again if we return

Reviewed on Oct 14, 2025

Magic Reef Bungalows
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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