Name: The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium
Rating: 8

Where to stay in Southern Cook Islands

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.

Muri

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

Takitumu District

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

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.

Rarotonga showing a pond and a waterfall

Takuvaine Tapere

While visiting Takuvaine Tapere, you might make a stop by sights like Cook Islands Library and Museum and Arai-Te-Tonga.

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.

The Edgewater Resort & Spa

Avarua, Rarotonga

€197

19 Oct - 20 Oct

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! (1,010 reviews)

Get a waterfront room. Sunset is magic!

"Great location as it is less then 10 minutes to airport and town proper, Breakfast is ok , pricesare a little expensive for the quality of food and drink on offer, It is getting older now and needs a tidy up but its a good solid hotel to use as your base. Make sure you get a waterfront room. Sunset ..."

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2025

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

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Club Raro Resort – Adults Only

Ara Tapu, Avarua, Rarotonga

Fully refundable

€121

15 Oct - 16 Oct

includes taxes & fees

Stay at this 3-star beach resort in Rarotonga. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...

7.8/10 Good! (1,007 reviews)

"What I loved about this property was how social it was. We easily made friends with other people there and it made it a really enjoyable stay. I would say this would be a good recommendation for solo travelers. Whilst I can commend the services of the hotel, the service at times was not up to standard. ..."

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2025

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Te Manava Luxury Villas

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! (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

Kia Orana Villas and Spa

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! (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

Muri Lagoon View Bungalows

Aroko Drive, Hillside, Rarotonga

Stay at this 3.5-star cottage in Rarotonga. Enjoy free parking, WiFi (surcharge), and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Muri Beach and Aroa ...

8.4/10 Very Good! (64 reviews)

"Bungalow clean and functional. Parking can be tight"

Reviewed on 1 Sept 2025

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Popular places to visit

Muri Beach

Stretch out comfortably on the bone-white beach while watching the sunrise over Rarotonga’s popular lagoon.

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.

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.

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.

Aitutaki showing general coastal views as well as a small group of people

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.

One Foot Island Beach

Escape from the modern world to a tropical beach that has been identified as one of the best in Australasia.

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