Southern Cook Islands Travel Guide

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Where to stay in Southern Cook Islands

Ngatangiia

Takitumu District

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

Takitumu District
Arorangi featuring kayaking or canoeing and general coastal views

Arorangi

4.5/5(245 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
Titikaveka featuring tranquil scenes

Tapere of Titikaveka

4.5/5(40 area reviews)

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

Tapere of Titikaveka
Avarua showing a bay or harbour and mountains

Avarua

4/5(114 area reviews)

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

Avarua
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Tapere of Vaimaanga

4.5/5(4 area reviews)

Travellers like the museums in Tapere of Vaimaanga, and Wigmore's Waterfall is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Tapere of Vaimaanga
Rarotonga featuring 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 Cook Island Christian Church.

Takuvaine Tapere
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 NZ$280 per night from 1 Jun to 2 Jun
NZ$280
per night
1 Jun - 2 Jun
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Rarotonga. Enjoy free parking, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (361 reviews)
"Beautiful grounds . Two resturants for dining. Very nosey. New Zealanders let they children go crazy. Running, screaming and yelling. If you want some peace and quiet go somewhere else."

Reviewed on 21 May 2024

The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium
The Edgewater Resort and Spa
The Edgewater Resort and Spa
3.5 out of 5
Avarua, Rarotonga
Stay at this 3.5-star beach resort in Rarotonga. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the family ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,005 reviews)
"It seemed busier than other visits and with the weather being very poor there were few places to sit under cover."

Reviewed on 23 May 2024

The Edgewater Resort and Spa
Club Raro Resort – Adults Only
Club Raro Resort – Adults Only
3 out of 5
Ara Tapu, Avarua, Rarotonga
Stay at this 3-star beach resort in Rarotonga. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
7.6/10 Good! (817 reviews)
"5 stars all round! The staff are very helpful and go the extra mile to make sure your stay is as comfortable as possible. Awesome atmosphere. The bar and pool was my favourite place to be. Only downside was our aircon kept leaking however that could’ve been due to the humidity but it still didn’t ..."

Reviewed on 14 May 2024

Club Raro 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.
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 parking, breakfast (surcharge), and WiFi (surcharge). Popular attractions Muri Beach ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (70 reviews)
"Close to fishing whaf, air port, shops, saturday markets, scooter/car hire"

Reviewed on 15 May 2024

Kia Orana Villas and Spa
The Cooks Oasis
The Cooks Oasis
3 out of 5
Main Road, Arorangi, Rarotonga
Stay at this 3-star beach aparthotel in Rarotonga. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Black Rock and Rarotonga ...
9/10 Wonderful! (66 reviews)
"Very nice."

Reviewed on 23 Apr. 2024

The Cooks Oasis
Ocean Escape Resort&Spa
Ocean Escape Resort&Spa
4 out of 5
1 Ara Tapu, Turangi Village, Rarotonga, Rarotonga
Stay at this 4-star beach aparthotel in Rarotonga. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Muri Beach and Avana Harbour are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (19 reviews)
"Awesome place to stay, very relaxing and rooms are very nice i will be back when i can! :)"

Reviewed on 12 May 2024

Ocean Escape Resort&Spa
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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