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The Cook Islands offer some of the best beach resorts in the South Pacific, making it the perfect destination for couples and families alike. Below you will find a comprehensive hotel guide featuring descriptions and reviews of the overwater and land bures, restaurants and spas at each luxury hotel in the Cook Islands.
The Pacific Resort Aitutaki is a romantic and architecturally stunning property located in the heart of a tropical forest on the remote island of Aitutaki. It rests along a beautiful white sand beach strewn with big black rocks and overlooks a colorful, breathtaking lagoon. The resort features just a handful of beachfront bungalows, suites, and villas that are beautifully appointed in an elegant blend of exotic wood furnishings, exuding a peaceful ambience that is only enhanced by their panoramic views of Aitutaki's world famous lagoon. The Pacific Resort Aitutaki is renowned for its personalized service and comfort, creating a perfect haven for romance, refinement, and luxury.
Built with traditional Cook Islands architecture, the Little Polynesian Resort prides itself on being a sanctuary of serene seclusion, romance, and unpretentious luxury. Located on one of Rarotonga’s finest beaches, the hotel has only ten overbeach ares (bungalow) and four Pia Tiare (Garden units). Ares are built right into the natural setting of palm trees and tropical foliage, and have been designated with intricate attention to detail and elegant décor. Accommodations are equipped with king-size bed and outdoor shower and spa tub. The bistro offers an eclectic menu, and after dark the diverse Rarotonga nightlife beckons with many options for dining, dancing and cultural entertainment, all a short distance from hotel.
Set on the white sandy shores of Muri Beach in Rarotonga, Te Vakaroa Villas is an elegant boutique luxury resort that offers beautiful lagoon views, sophisticated rooms, many activities and abundant privacy. Te Vakaroa, meaning long canoe, features just six villas with contemporary designs and tropical island decor. The resort has a large infinity pool and jacuzzi centrally located and perfect for a tropical cocktail while watching the sunset. Breakfast is delivered daily to your villa and all other meals can be either enjoyed at the resort's restaurant or one of the many local restaurants just a short walk away.
Nautilus Resort is an eco-friendly boutique resort with a stunning mountain backdrop and a perfectly tropical beachfront location. This resort includes just seventeen luxury villas that feature a fusion of Polynesian and modern contemporary design and lavish interiors with an emphasis on luxurious comforts and island authenticity. The resort's main restaurant offers a menu of delicious local and European-inspired cuisines made from fresh ingredients and produce. Nautilus epitomizes an island escape and invites guests to leave the real world behind and immerse themselves in a tropical island oasis surrounded by the unspoiled beauty of Rarotonga.
Pacific Resort Rarotonga is a beautiful boutique hotel situated on magnificent Muri Beach, one of the world’s most spellbinding settings with a glorious stretch of white sandy shoreline fringed by palm trees and lapped by the gentle waters of a shallow lagoon. The resort provides the ideal blend of modern comforts and traditional island hospitality, with an intimate collection of superb studio rooms, suites and two-bedroom units and villas. Each guest accommodation features a private patio and is perfectly situated near the stunning poolside, throughout the palm-filled gardens, or along the panoramic beachfront. Perfect for couples and families alike, the Pacific Resort Rarotonga always offers a warm, world-renowned Cook Islands welcome.
Sea Change Villas is an award-winning South Seas retreat nestled on its own secluded, white sandy beach with spacious and casually elegant villas perfectly positioned throughout the resort grounds. The accommodations offer guests all the modern comforts of home while they relax in a fabulous Polynesian setting. Best suited for couples and honeymooners looking for a romantic getaway, each villa features an individual private pool and uninterrupted views of the lagoon, offering the ultimate in comfort and tranquillity. With an emphasis on providing the highest level of luxury and service, guests of the Sea Change Villas will receive the total experience and have a truly memorable stay on the island of Rarotonga.
Crown Beach Resort & Spa, a full-service adults-only boutique resort, is located on the western sunset-side of Rarotonga. Set on a secluded and private beachfront property, the resort is ideally positioned steps from the water's edge on an expansive stretch of white sandy beach. There are 22 self-contained villas and 14 private suites to choose from and 2 restaurants that offer vegetarian and gluten-free options. For the discerning traveler who is looking for unparalleled luxury, privacy, and pure indulgence, Crown Beach Resort is the ideal choice when visiting the Cook Islands!
Etu Moana is an award-winning boutique resort nestled hillside along a romantic beachfront setting on the western coast of Aitutaki. This small, intimate property offers only a handful of well-appointed Polynesian villas that are ideally positioned for total privacy and stunning lagoon views. Their interiors feature hardwood floors, teak furniture, and local artwork, creating an atmosphere of warmth and modern luxury. Each villa has a fully equipped kitchen where guests can prepare their own meals, as well as a large covered veranda that is perfect for outdoor dining. Conveniently located near the local restaurants and attractions, Etu Moana is a peaceful resort catering to both the adventurous and more reclusive clientele.
The Royale Takitumu is a secluded, intimate resort located along the pristine Titikaveka Lagoon on the island of Rarotonga. Catering to couples in search of romance, this private resort consists of only ten deluxe villas scattered throughout a coconut grove. Each spacious villa is beautifully appointed and architecturally designed with comfort in mind, featuring solid stucco walls, traditional thatched roofs, exposed high beam ceilings and ceramic tiled floors—all of which add to the ambience of luxury and serenity. With private, furnished outdoor verandas, each villa also boasts stunning views of the beach and lagoon. Bringing together the natural beauty of this stunning island, along with the serenity and isolation that only a small premiere beachfront property can provide, the Royale Takitumu is truly the ultimate Cook Islands hideaway.
The Tamanu Beach Resort is a beautiful property located on a pristine white sand beach along the northwestern coast of Aitutaki. Catering to adults, it offers a variety of tropical garden and lagoon view guestrooms, as well as a selection of absolute beachfront bungalows located along the water's edge—just a stone’s throw away from the gorgeous blue lagoon. It is a family owned and operated hotel, offering guests a truly unique Polynesian experience with a wonderful blend of tradition, culture, stunning locale and genuine Cook Islands hospitality. With some of the most stunning sunset views in the region, the Tamanu Beach Resort is the perfect place for any honeymoon or romantic retreat.
