The following is a Cook Islands accommodation quick guide: Avarua Town on the NORTH COAST of the main island of Rarotonga is the administration centre with shops, restaurants and bars as well as the international airport. The town makes for a good base with affordable accommodation although there is no swimming beach. The North East Coast is the most rural region on Rarotonga with quiet village settings, stunning mountain views and wild wind swept beaches (non-swimming). There are a few self contained beach cottages along this coastline which are ideal for those wanting privacy.

The most popular beach area is at MURI on the South East Coast with its ideal lagoon for swimming and views of several small uninhabited islands. Muri has the highest concentration of accommodations including several medium to small resorts, a few backpacker hostels and lots of self contained beach cottages and holiday homes. There's several good restaurants here and a few small shops for provisions.

The best snorkelling lagoons are along the quiet SOUTH COAST with deserted sandy beaches and lush mountain scenes and is ideal for those looking for more privacy although restaurants here are few.

The WEST COAST has the second highest concentration of accommodations, although only a few properties sit side by side. The attraction of this coastline is its long sweeping beach (although in places not good for swimming), beautiful sunsets and protection from the tradewinds. There are also lots of independent restaurants for those who like to dine out.

AITUTAKI is a lagoon island 45-minutes flight north of Rarotonga with lovely beaches, day cruises around uninhabited islands and there are several small resorts and self cater bungalows to choose from.


Our Pick of the Cook Islands Accommodations :
Luxury Accommodation
Crown Beach Resort -
Aitutaki Lagoon
spacious resort with 23 bungalows, nice pool and beachside setting
Little Polynesian -
South Rarotonga
delightful contemporary / polynesian bungalows on great snorkelling beach
Pacific Resort Rarotonga -
Muri, East Rarotonga
set in lush tropical gardens and fronting Muri Beach, fabulous choice for families and couples
Magic Reef Bungalows -
West Rarotonga
with nice ocean views, Magic Reef is set in landscaped gardens with nine bungalows
Aitutaki Lagoon Resort -
Aitutaki Lagoon
delightful beach and lagoon setting on private island off Aitutaki
Deluxe Accommodation
Muri Beachcomber -
Muri, East Rarotonga
in a prime location on the beachfront in the heart of Muri Beach yet offering great value for money
Muri Beach Hideaway -
Muri, East Rarotonga
tucked away in a secluded garden setting yet close to the heart of Muri Beach
Palm Grove -
South Rarotonga
a botique resort with an excellent variety of self-catering accommodations
Samade on the Beach -
Ootu, South Aitutaki
offers 12 bungalows opposite the famous Samade Restaurant on Ootu Beach
Standard Accomodation
Puaikura Reef Lodge -
Southwest Rarotonga
the lodge offers simple units with kitchen facilities and ensuite bathrooms with the beach across the road
Kings Beach Bungalows -
Muri, East Rarotonga
offering 2 Duplex Cottages, self-catering facilities and on the beach, a good choice for budget travellers
Paradise Inn -
Avarua, North Rarotonga
units are nestled between the mountains and the sea, an ideal base from which to explore Rarotonga
Aretai Bungalows -
West Aitutaki
a collection of three 2-bedroom villas with separate lounge and kitchen, nice lagoon
Tamanu Beach Hotel -
West Aitutaki
12 deluxe bungalows featuring native mahogany floors, restaurant and bar
Budget Accommadation
Vara's Backpackers -
Muri, East Rarotonga
the most popular backpacker hostel in the Cook Islands with a nice social atmosphere
Backpackers International -
South Rarotonga
locally run hostel just minutes walk from the beach with good swimming and snorkelling
Kia Orana Bungalows -
West Rarotonga
family owned property on the West coast of Rarotonga with the beach nearby
The Cooks Oasis -
West Rarotonga
set within a lush gardens and less than a hundred meters away from the beach
Inano Beach Bungalows -
Ootu, South Aitutaki
six brand new self contained bungalows facing the sheltered lagoon on Aitutaki


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