Title: Southern Cook Islands Travel Guide: Best of Southern Cook Islands, Australia - New Zealand and the South Pacific Travel 2026 | 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 ![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) ![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) ![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 Beach while you're in town. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cook-Islands-Tapere-Of-Titikaveka.dx6055269) ![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 Tikioki Beach. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Rarotonga-Takitumu-District.dx553248635975856248) ![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 Punanga Nui 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 £120 22 Dec - 23 Dec includes taxes & fees Stay at this beach resort in Rarotonga. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews) Staff was great. We had a blast at your hotel! Wonderful thank you so much! Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F12%2F2025&endDate=23%2F12%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 Rarotonga £104 3 Jan - 4 Jan 2026 includes taxes & fees Stay at this beach resort in Rarotonga. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ... 8/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews) the people who work there amazing will be staying there again . Awesome vibe Reviewed on 13 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=03%2F01%2F2026&endDate=04%2F01%2F2026&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 Rarotonga Stay at this beach hotel in Rarotonga. Enjoy free parking, 2 restaurants and a private beach. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the family amenities in ... 8/10 Very Good! (496 reviews) We stayed here to celebrate my Dad's 70th birthday. Our second time staying at The Rarotongan Beach Resort and Lagoonarium. Absolutely impressed with the full buffet breakfast, this is a complete upgrade from when we last stayed. The staff from front desk, the bar, dining and service staff were so ... Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=03%2F01%2F2026&endDate=04%2F01%2F2026&selected=801791&PinnedHotelID=801791&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000423530) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=03%2F01%2F2026&endDate=04%2F01%2F2026&selected=801791&PinnedHotelID=801791&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000423530) [See all 380 properties in Southern Cook Islands](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=21%2F12%2F2025&endDate=22%2F12%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 Rarotonga Stay at this beach aparthotel in Rarotonga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and private pools. Popular attractions Muri Beach and Matutu Brewing Company are located ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (67 reviews) Amazing villa and the staff were so kind. Reviewed on 24 Oct 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 Rarotonga Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Rarotonga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (98 reviews) Room was great. Staff was amazing and Joe was kind allowing us to have breakfast earlier thank opening time on our first morning. Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Rarotonga-Hotels-Kia-Orana-Villas-And-Spa.h19812663.Hotel-Information) ![Coral Sands Apartments](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7270000/7260900/7260801/2f7bddd3_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Coral Sands Apartments Main Road Rarotonga Stay at this beach apartment in Rarotonga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Highland Paradise Cultural ... 9/10 Wonderful! (85 reviews) The rooms were clean, and the apartment setup was excellent. The pool was an absolute lifesaver in the Rarotonga heat, and overall, we had a very pleasant stay. We were unaware that air conditioning comes at an additional cost. The owner later informed us that this is stated on the Coral Sands website, ... 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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 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 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) ![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 Escape from the modern world to a tropical beach that has been identified as one of the best in Australasia. [](https://expedia.co.uk/One-Foot-Island-Beach-Tekopua.d6101144.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 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 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) ## Cities near Southern Cook Islands ![Atiu featuring rocky coastline as well as a family](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/118000/118418-Atiu.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Atiu ![Photo by Melinda Herndon](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/3063eb9da12a4a63f852d12e0a571133.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Mangaia ![Ngatangiia](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/118000/118455-Ngatangiia.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Ngatangiia ![Arutanga showing fishing and general coastal views as well as a small group of people](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/118000/118263-Arutanga.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Arutanga - Cities near Southern Cook Islands [Atiu](https://expedia.co.uk/Atiu.dx332)[Mangaia](https://expedia.co.uk/Mangaia.dx2284)[Ngatangiia](https://expedia.co.uk/Ngatangiia.dx6046161)[Arutanga](https://expedia.co.uk/Arutanga.dx6055272)[Tekopua](https://expedia.co.uk/Tekopua.dx6199153)[Palmerston Island](https://expedia.co.uk/Palmerston-Island.dx3000423527) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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