Title: The 10 Best 5 Star Hotels in Southern Cook Islands - 2026 Updated Prices | Expedia.co.uk [Southern Cook Islands Travel Guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Southern-Cook-Islands.dx3000423530)[Hotels in Southern Cook Islands](https://expedia.co.uk/Southern-Cook-Islands-Hotels.d3000423530.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Southern Cook Islands](https://expedia.co.uk/Southern-Cook-Islands-Holiday-Rentals.d3000423530.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Flights to Southern Cook Islands](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Southern-Cook-Islands.d3000423530.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Southern Cook Islands Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Southern-Cook-Islands.d3000423530.Car-Hire-Guide)[Southern Cook Islands Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Southern-Cook-Islands.d3000423530.Holidays-City-Breaks) ![The most picture perfect beach I had ever seen was on Aitutaki in the Cook Islands. 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Our beachfront bungalow was spotless and comfortable with stunning views. Breakfast and dinner were excellent, and the location right on the beach is perfect. Highly recommend renting a car to explore, but it’s hard to leave this special place. Truly unforgettable!" ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Lisa £342 includes taxes & fees 14 Jan - 15 Jan [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rarotonga-Hotels-Little-Polynesian-Resort.h3973681.Hotel-Information) ![Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9770000/9760600/9760511/f1c1f626.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9770000/9760600/9760511/19a929bc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9770000/9760600/9760511/68b43e15.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![2 Bedroom Beachfront Villa | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9770000/9760600/9760511/1b2481d6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Crystal Blue Lagoon Villas [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rarotonga-Hotels-Crystal-Blue-Lagoon-Villas.h9760511.Hotel-Information) Muri 10/10 Exceptional (44 reviews) "Stunning views and nice staff" ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) David Elliot [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rarotonga-Hotels-Crystal-Blue-Lagoon-Villas.h9760511.Hotel-Information) ![Platinum Villa | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7180000/7176600/7176523/767962e7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![2 bedrooms, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7180000/7176600/7176523/a8516015.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Flat-screen TV, DVD player](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7180000/7176600/7176523/d3a6a017.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Beachfront Villa | Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7180000/7176600/7176523/4d9dd864.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Rumours Luxury Villas & Spa [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rarotonga-Hotels-Rumours-Luxury-Villas-Spa.h7176523.Hotel-Information) Muri 9.6/10 Exceptional (39 reviews) "The setup of the villas is awesome very calming and relaxing Extremely lovely staff " ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) brent [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rarotonga-Hotels-Rumours-Luxury-Villas-Spa.h7176523.Hotel-Information) ![BBQ/picnic Area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99400000/99394600/99394517/fd7c2cd3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Luxury Villa, Private Pool, Beachfront | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99400000/99394600/99394517/a15301fd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Luxury Villa, Private Pool, Beachfront | Premium bedding, down duvets, in-room safe, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99400000/99394600/99394517/8a8bf024.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Luxury Villa, Private Pool, Beachfront | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99400000/99394600/99394517/a0ca57a8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Reflections On Rarotonga [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rarotonga-Hotels-Reflections-On-Rarotonga.h99394517.Hotel-Information) Takitumu District 10/10 Exceptional (1 review) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rarotonga-Hotels-Reflections-On-Rarotonga.h99394517.Hotel-Information) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7270000/7260900/7260853/951edf76.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7270000/7260900/7260853/8b23a2dc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Luxury Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Private Pool, Beachfront | Bathroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7270000/7260900/7260853/b37692b9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Luxury Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Private Pool, Beachfront | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7270000/7260900/7260853/a1d7f953.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Aitutaki Escape [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Aitutaki-Hotels-Aitutaki-Escape.h7260853.Hotel-Information) Aitutaki 9.6/10 Exceptional (12 reviews) "Nice breakfast each morning. Bed was comfortable and clean." ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Mehr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Aitutaki-Hotels-Aitutaki-Escape.h7260853.Hotel-Information) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Save an average of 15% on thousands of hotels when you're signed in [Sign in ](https://expedia.co.uk/user/signin?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2F5Star-Southern-Cook-Islands-Hotels.s50-0-d3000423530.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[ Sign up, it's free ](https://expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&+=&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2F5Star-Southern-Cook-Islands-Hotels.s50-0-d3000423530.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) ## Explore similar 4-star hotels Many 4-star hotels have the same amenities as 5-star hotels. 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