Must-see nightlife in The Cook Islands

  • Whatever Bar & Grill

    Avarua

    Who’d have thought – an open-air bar on a disused rooftop? Just out of Avarua, this place attracts trendy young things and gets very lively on Friday and…

  • Shipwreck Hut

    Rarotonga

    The Shipwreck Hut is a wonderfully rustic spot with an absolute waterfront location. There’s regular live music, great pub meals and barbecue dinners, and…

  • 21.3 Vaiana Bistro & Bar

    Avarua

    Fast track into an island state of mind with loping Pacific reggae, shimmering sunsets, and cold beer at this relaxed beachside bar that's a favourite of…

  • Puffy’s Beach Bar & Grill

    Aitutaki

    Puffy’s is a tiny bar popular with both locals and visitors from nearby Paradise Cove. Simple meals – mainly burgers and fish and chips – and cheap booze…

  • iSOBAR

    Rarotonga

    Twelve-buck happy-hour cocktails and regular 3pm to 6pm DJ sets from Wednesday to Saturday make this a top lagoon-side spot to ease into another Raro…

  • Staircase Restaurant & Bar

    Avarua

    Upstairs behind the Topshape Health & Fitness Centre building, the Staircase is always popular. The bar’s decked out with atmospheric island decor and has…

  • Tura’s Bar

    The Cook Islands

    Liquid refreshment is available at this humble spot opposite Ma’uke College. Opening nights vary, so ask Ma’uke locals for the latest. Tuesday night is…

  • Hidie’s Bar

    Avarua

    On busy weekend nights everyone crams into Hidie’s to check out the live bands, and there are usually DJs a couple of nights a week. The courtyard garden…

  • Rehab

    Avarua

    House and electro grooves thump ‘n’ bump under ultraviolet and stroboscopic lights. Rehab offers occasional drinks specials if you arrive before 10pm.

  • Tua’s Bar

    The Cook Islands

    Another option for a relaxed beer with the locals, Tua’s is near the island’s rugby field and normally open on a Friday and Saturday night.

  • Babe’s Bar

    The Cook Islands

    Opens Friday and Saturday nights.

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