Title: Southern Cook Islands Travel Guide: Best of Southern Cook Islands, Australia - New Zealand and the South Pacific Travel 2025 | Expedia.co.uk [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) # Southern Cook Islands Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Photo provided by Cook Islands Tourism](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/61000/61163-Atiu.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo provided by Cook Islands Tourism](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/61000/61163-Atiu.jpg) ![Aitutaki which includes tropical scenes and a sandy beach](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/118000/118187-Aitutaki.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Aitutaki showing tropical scenes as well as an individual male](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/118000/118203-Aitutaki.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Aitutaki featuring night scenes and performance art](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/118000/118190-Aitutaki.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Aitutaki showing a pool and night scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/118000/118181-Aitutaki.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Southern Cook Islands Where to stay Things to do ### Where to stay in Southern Cook Islands ![Arorangi featuring kayaking or canoeing and general coastal views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/118000/118460-Arorangi.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Arorangi 4.5/5(4 area reviews) Arorangi is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Aroa Beach and Black Rock. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Rarotonga-Arorangi.dx6055265) ![Muri Beach showing general coastal views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/118000/118345-Rarotonga.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Muri While visiting Muri, you might make a stop by sights like Muri Beach and Muri Night Markets. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Muri.dx553248635975438227) ![Ngatangiia](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/118000/118447-Ngatangiia.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Takitumu District While visiting Takitumu District, you might make a stop by sights like Muri Beach and Muri Night Markets. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Rarotonga-Takitumu-District.dx553248635975856248) ![Titikaveka featuring tranquil scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/118000/118491-Titikaveka.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Tapere of Titikaveka 5/5(4 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cook-Islands-Tapere-Of-Titikaveka.dx6055269) ![Rarotonga featuring a waterfall and a pond](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/118000/118351-Rarotonga.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Takuvaine Tapere While visiting Takuvaine Tapere, you might make a stop by sights like Cook Islands Library and Museum and Arai-Te-Tonga. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Rarotonga-Takuvaine-Tapere.dx553248635975750017) ![Avarua showing a bay or harbour and mountains](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/118000/118516-Avarua.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Avarua 4/5(1 area review) Beaches, snorkelling and bars are just a few things travellers enjoy about Avarua. Check out Cook Islands Library and Museum or Beachcomber Pearl Market while you're exploring the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Rarotonga-Avarua.dx6142569) - Top hotels in Southern Cook Islands - Top Holiday Rentals in Southern Cook Islands ![The Edgewater Resort & Spa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1590000/1583400/1583329/8e785258_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Edgewater Resort & Spa Avarua, Rarotonga £172 19 Oct - 20 Oct includes taxes & fees Stay at this 3.5-star beach resort in Rarotonga. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews) "Good place to stay." Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=19%2F10%2F2025&endDate=20%2F10%2F2025&selected=1583329&PinnedHotelID=1583329&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000423530) ![Club Raro Resort – Adults Only](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2440000/2434100/2434054/b8d2a3f9_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Club Raro Resort – Adults Only Ara Tapu, Avarua, Rarotonga £106 22 Sept - 23 Sept includes taxes & fees Stay at this 3-star beach resort in Rarotonga. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ... 7.8/10 Good! (1,003 reviews) "I did not like the mould in the bathroom around the edges of the ceilings and the shower door was broken and so was the side panel was very loose. The towels were very thin and old and frayed. Loved the outdoor seating lovely and private at 306” the room was large and clean but the pillows were ..." Reviewed on 18 Sept 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F09%2F2025&endDate=23%2F09%2F2025&selected=2434054&PinnedHotelID=2434054&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000423530) ![The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/810000/801800/801791/dd647014_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium Aroa Beach Marine Reserve, Arorangi, Ara Tapu Rd, Rarotonga 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! (464 reviews) "The lagoon is stunning. The resort could do with a makeover. Rooms very tired." Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=04%2F10%2F2025&endDate=05%2F10%2F2025&selected=801791&PinnedHotelID=801791&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000423530) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=04%2F10%2F2025&endDate=05%2F10%2F2025&selected=801791&PinnedHotelID=801791&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000423530) [See all 367 properties in Southern Cook Islands](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=21%2F09%2F2025&endDate=22%2F09%2F2025®ionId=3000423530) 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](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9110000/9103100/9103026/18da3749_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Te Manava Luxury Villas Avarua, PO Box 790 , Rarotonga Stay at this 4-star beach aparthotel in Rarotonga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and private pools. Popular attractions Muri Beach and Aroa Beach are located ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (64 reviews) "Very spacious and well appointed villa with master bedroom upstairs and the other two at ground level. Appreciated the complimentary shuttle to and from sister property Pacific Hotel Resort that we used in some capacity every day. Lovely staff at both locations, too numerous to mention." Reviewed on 26 Jul 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Rarotonga-Hotels-Te-Manava-Luxury-Villas-Spa.h9103026.Hotel-Information) ![Kia Orana Villas and Spa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19820000/19812700/19812663/941b8315_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Kia Orana Villas and Spa 2 Ariki Road, Atupa, Rarotonga Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Rarotonga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (94 reviews) "Everyone who works there is super friendly and will help with anything you need. Sane even went to the hassle of booking our taxi for us when we had a late flight to get to" Reviewed on 13 Sept 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Rarotonga-Hotels-Kia-Orana-Villas-And-Spa.h19812663.Hotel-Information) ![The Cooks Oasis](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4170000/4167000/4166939/9e4ac2d6_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Cooks Oasis Main Road, Arorangi, Rarotonga Stay at this 3-star beach aparthotel in Rarotonga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Aroa Beach and Black ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (94 reviews) "The staff's friendliness, including Marianne and Weiss (?), is commendable. The Wi-Fi is good and it's located near the beach, right at the end of the driveway." 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[](https://expedia.co.uk/Muri-Beach-Muri.d6055267.Attraction) ![Aro\'a Beach featuring a sandy beach as well as a couple](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/118000/118505-Aroa-Beach.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Aroa Beach 5/5(2 reviews) Leave the bustle of the modern world behind and lounge on stretches of powdery white sand with the transparent Pacific Ocean at your fingertips. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Aroa-Beach-Arorangi.d6142568.Attraction) ![Muri Lagoon](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/24c494c5e09544000506fc2f21e36cad.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Muri Lagoon 5/5(5 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Muri-Lagoon-Cook-Islands.d553248621532611404.Attraction) ![Tikioki Marine Sanctuary which includes tropical scenes and a sandy beach](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/118000/118369-Rarotonga.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Tikioki Marine Sanctuary 4/5(1 review) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Tikioki-Marine-Sanctuary-Tapere-of-Titikaveka.d6127390.Attraction) ![Aitutaki which includes general coastal views as well as a small group of people](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/118000/118330-Ootu-Beach.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Ootu Beach 4/5(2 reviews) If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Ootu Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Aitutaki. You can seek out the snorkelling spots and cycling trails in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ootu-Beach-Cook-Islands.d553248621565224216.Attraction) ![One Foot Island Beach which includes tropical scenes and a sandy beach as well as a small group of people](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/118000/118531-One-Foot-Island-Beach.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### One Foot Island Beach 5/5(1 review) Escape from the modern world to a tropical beach that has been identified as one of the best in Australasia. 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