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Cook Islands

The Grand Resort (Tour code: 17036)

Starts and Ends
in Rarotonga
Experience
Travel Style
Independent Holiday Packages
A fresh new luxury experience is coming to Rarotonga. Be among the first to discover The Grand Resort, where contemporary island style meets the laid-back charm of the Cook Islands.

Highlights

Designed for guests seeking peace, privacy and relaxation, The Grand Resort offers a sophisticated retreat exclusively for adults.

From relaxed daytime dining to sunset drinks and evening experiences, The Grand Resort offers a vibrant yet laid-back atmosphere that celebrates the best of Rarotonga.

Enjoy stylish, generously sized suites created with comfort and contemporary island living in mind, providing the perfect setting to unwind.

Spend your days soaking up the tropical atmosphere around one of the South Pacific's most impressive resort pools, complete with swim-up experiences and plenty of space to relax.

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This holiday package is carefully designed by our team to give you complete Peace of Mind, with access to trusted local partners and expert support at your destination.

8 days
From
AUD 3,095
per person, twin share
Travelling with kids? Read more 
All services are subject to availability.

Overview

Discover a new side of Rarotonga with a stay at The Grand Resort, an exciting new luxury retreat opening in 2027. Perfect for couples and discerning travellers, this sophisticated island escape combines contemporary style with the relaxed rhythm of the Cook Islands, offering the ideal base to soak up spectacular sunsets, warm lagoon waters and the genuine hospitality that makes Rarotonga so special.

Inclusions

5 nights at The Grand Resort in a Luxury King Suite - ★★★★★
Fresh "Flower Ei" and chilled water in a souvenir aluminum reusable bottle on arrival
Return shared transfers from Rarotonga Airport to The Grand Resort
Daily full American breakfast
Fresh tropical fruit platter on arrival
Evening turndown service and bottled water
Complimentary use of snorkelling equipment and reef shoes
Complimentary high-speed WiFi

Day 1 Rarotonga Airport The Grand Resort

On arrival in Rarotonga, you will be met and transferred to The Grand Resort. Your arrival transfer includes chilled water in a souvenir aluminium reusable bottle and a traditional fresh flower ei.

After checking into your suite, spend the remainder of the day settling into your island surroundings. Relax by the lagoon, take a leisurely stroll along the waterfront, or simply unwind and enjoy the resort's facilities.

Overnight stay at The Grand Resort in a Luxury King Suite. 

Rarotonga Airport → The Grand Resort
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Day 2-4 The Grand Resort

These days are yours to enjoy the facilities of The Grand Resort and the natural beauty of Rarotonga at your own pace. Start each morning with breakfast before relaxing beside the spectacular Grand Canal Pool, stretching 110 metres along the lagoon frontage.

Take advantage of the complimentary snorkelling equipment and reef shoes to explore the crystal-clear lagoon and discover colourful marine life. Spend your afternoons unwinding in your suite, enjoying beachfront dining, or simply soaking up the laid-back atmosphere.

As evening falls, gather by the pool to experience the resort's nightly Fountain Show, a magical display of water, light and movement. Alternatively, head to the rooftop Skybar & Sky Lounge for sunset cocktails and panoramic lagoon views.

Overnight stay at The Grand Resort in a Luxury King Suite. 

Breakfast
The Grand Resort
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Day 5-7 The Grand Resort

Continue enjoying the relaxed pace of island life with time to explore Rarotonga or simply make the most of the resort's facilities.

You may wish to discover the island's beaches, local cafés and cultural attractions, or spend your days enjoying the comfort of your suite and the resort's lagoon-front setting. Stroll along the waterfront, snorkel in the warm tropical waters, or enjoy a leisurely lunch at Blu, the resort's beachfront restaurant overlooking the Pacific Ocean.

As your stay draws to a close, make the most of the island's unforgettable sunsets, whether from the rooftop Skybar & Sky Lounge, beside the Grand Canal Pool, or from the comfort of the resort's dining venues.

Overnight stay at The Grand Resort in a Luxury King Suite. 

Breakfast
The Grand Resort
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Day 8 The Grand Resort Rarotonga Airport

Enjoy a final breakfast before checking out of the resort. Transfer to Rarotonga International Airport for your onward flight, taking with you wonderful memories of your Cook Islands escape.

Breakfast

Accommodation

The Grand Resort

Rarotonga
The Grand Resort is Rarotonga’s first 5-star, adults-only, all-suite resort, offering a contemporary island escape where luxury, privacy and personalised service take centre stage. Set alongside a stunning lagoon-front location, the resort features spacious suite accommodation, the South Pacific’s longest lagoon-front pool, rooftop dining and sunset cocktails at the Skybar & Sky Lounge, beachfront dining, and direct access to crystal-clear waters for snorkelling. Designed for guests seeking a refined Cook Islands getaway, The Grand Resort combines modern comforts with exceptional facilities in an unforgettable tropical setting.

Additional information

Official language
Cook Islands Maori and English
Local currency
New Zealand Dollar (NZD)

FROM price reflects the lowest available price within the advertised travel period (e.g. April to October). Pricing varies depending on travel dates, availability and demand, and may not be available on all departures. Higher pricing applies during peak and shoulder periods. Final pricing is confirmed at the time of enquiry or booking. Please refer to Pricing & Price Conditions for full details, including inclusions, exclusions and other conditions.

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The Freedom of Choice options are included in the package price, and the price remains the same regardless of the choice you make on each day.

Our Freedom of Choice program offers flexibility, by allowing you to choose from different options on pre-selected days in the itinerary.

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On some Islands Holiday Packages (e.g. Fiji), it is practical to include flights, so where we have done this it is indicated by the plane icon.

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We found that many customers may prefer to:

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