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The Islander Hotel

3.0 star property
Beach hotel with outdoor pool, near Punanga Nui Market

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Located on the stunning shores of Rarotonga, The Islander Hotel offers an unforgettable retreat. Unwind with a deep-tissue massage at My Beauty and Spa, then dance the night away at the nightclub or enjoy concerts and live shows.
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Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Bar

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and 2 poolside bars
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • Outdoor pool
  • Nightclub
  • Beach towels
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Spa services
  • In-room childcare
  • Meeting rooms
  • Terrace

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
$159 nightly
The total price is $182
Dec 15 - Dec 16
Total with taxes and fees

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Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 484 sq ft
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Main Road, Panama, Rarotonga

What's nearby

  • Nikao Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Punanga Nui Market - 2 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Cook Islands Library and Museum - 4 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Black Rock - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Muri Beach - 18 min drive - 14.0 km

Getting around

  • Rarotonga (RAR-Rarotonga Intl.) - 1 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Palace Takeaway - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Trader Jacks Bar & Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Shipwreck Hut - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Ka Kite Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Tamarind House - ‬5 min drive

About this property

The Islander Hotel

A great choice for a stay in Rarotonga, The Islander Hotel features a nightclub. Guests can grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe, or indulge in deep-tissue massages, aromatherapy, or reflexology. Other highlights include 2 poolside bars, an outdoor pool, and a snack bar/deli. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and airport proximity.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 11 rooms
    • Arranged over 1 level
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    • The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [Islander Hotel's Tiki Bar after 5pm.]
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Up to 2 children (12 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding, but may not be eligible for free breakfast
    • Babysitting*
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices))
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Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Onsite parking limited
    • Free offsite parking nearby
    • Street parking available
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast each morning 8:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 poolside bars
  • Restaurant
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Room service (late night)
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Childcare in room (surcharge)

What to do

  • Concerts/live shows
  • Evening entertainment
  • Discount at nearby fitness center
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Boat tours nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby

Working away

  • Meeting rooms

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Beach towels

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 2004
  • ATM/banking
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Adjacent to a golf course
  • An outdoor pool
  • Spa services
  • Nightclub

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Front entrance ramp
  • 2 stairs to reach property
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch LED TV
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding
  • Tempur-Pedic mattress

What to enjoy

  • In-room massage
  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Soap and shampoo
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi (speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices))
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Special features

Spa

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages, sports massages, Swedish massages, and facials. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of NZD 100 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of NZD 100 (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

  • In-room babysitting is available for an extra charge
  • Rollaway beds are available for NZD 25 per night

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision
  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

Also known as

Islander Hotel Rarotonga
Islander Rarotonga
The Islander Hotel Hotel
The Islander Hotel Rarotonga
The Islander Hotel Hotel Rarotonga

Frequently asked questions

Is there a pool at The Islander Hotel?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at The Islander Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at The Islander Hotel?

Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Islander Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge of NZD 100 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of NZD 100 (subject to availability). Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at The Islander Hotel and nearby?

Have fun with activities like cycling, boat tours, and scuba diving, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include 2 poolside bars and 2 bars. The Islander Hotel also has a nightclub and spa services, as well as a picnic area and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near The Islander Hotel?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around The Islander Hotel like?

The Islander Hotel is a short 1-minute drive from Rarotonga (RAR-Rarotonga Intl.) and 7 minutes' walk from Nikao Beach.

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The Islander Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Service staff
Airport
Food
Room
Islands
Location
Live music
Breakfast
Flights
Bar

What guests liked

  • Breakfast options were excellent with great variety and generous portions. (26 reviews)
  • The airport shuttle was conveniently located and easily accessible, with many guests mentioning it was a short walk from the terminal. (18 reviews)
  • Food at the property's restaurants was delicious and reasonably priced with a great variety of options. (7 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Ideal location for anyone that needs to be near the airport, very smooth check-in /check-out, large well cooled rooms with all the necessities .
Thomas, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Both meals dinner and breakfast excellently prepared and more than generous quantity of food. Staff always friendly helped with all queries. Room large, clean and AC worked perfectly to keep temperatures constant and comfortable
mathew, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent location and breakfast options.
Anjalin, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to rest and refresh after a late flight in. Easy walk from airport and 24 hr service. Great views at breakfast.
Breakfast views from the Islander motel.
Trish, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great staff that were very helpful. Location to the airport is the reason to stay. Its right across the road. Excellent food and drinks.
Juliana, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great for a stop over right across from the airport
Alesha, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff were very freindly and helpful. The Island night was great and food and menu delicious. Love the location of the Islander and enjoyed being able to sit, have a great coffee, see the sea and work on my laptop during the day. thanks so much
stephanie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Close to the airport and a great place to stay if you arrive early or have a connecting flight. Staff are fabulous and food is good. Place is a bit like a 1960's motel very cool.
Peter, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

1 night stay, hot shower, nice bed. Courteous staff. Nice breakfast.
Angie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff were outstanding, they helped with any thing we needed 🙂 food was amazing and great prices. Rooms were super clean. Absolutely loved it
phillip, 6-night trip

8/10 Very good

Happy helpfull staff.
JEFFREY, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Location. Location, Location.
Bill, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

A lovely place handy to the airport. Unfortunately it was rather noisy and as we had children in our party and a 3 a m. flight, it wasn't ideal. We had a very enjoyable meal there and the staff were excellent.
Janet, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Food was excellent. Hospitality was good. Divine Spa was great. Thank you.
Vasuki, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Friendly staff once you are able to locate them. Not a lot of signage that you are actually within The Islander Hotel as it mostly showing the restaurant and bar. Music coming from the bar is audible from my room but they are reliable in finishing at 11pm.
Velmor, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great room, we stayed for around 8 hours as we had a horrific flight at 1am, but thought the room was wonderfully spacious and clean, and showed pressure was amazing! Lovely restaurant and bar, so happy that we booked it. So convenient that you can just walk over to the airport to check in. Highly recommend and would stay again if we had another early morning flight!
Melissa, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Staff are friendly and helpful…4 minutes walk to the Airport…delicious food and drinks available all times..island night was spectacular.. just by the sea cool breeze with nice sea view…clean and tidy environment…house keepers kept my room tidy…Bus service right on the door…had am amazing experience and would recommend as well…
Roshni, 6-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The Islander Hotel was a pleasant surprise! Conveniently within walking distance from the airport, it was a wonderful place to spend my first night. Breakfast was included and delicious, and served in a lovely beachside restaurant.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff were really helpful and efficient for our late check in. We’re able to easily leave our bags with the staff when we were out for the day. Lovely stay. Thank you
Simone, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Everything was fine with the room. Just the loud music from the hula bar kept us up late, when trying to sleep for our flight the next morning.
Metua, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

What a fantastic stay we had. We absolutely loved our time here, and a huge part of that was due to Bhara and overall staff membes, who made our experience truly amazing. We would love to come back! ​The food options were amazing and affordable, with a great variety to choose from. The functions available were also amazing. We particularly enjoyed the Kuki Jams and the Islander with Akirata dancing group. They added so much to our trip experience
Aileen, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Neat and clean and so convenient for airport. Straight across the road! Also you can stop the Island bus straight outside the hotel going in either direction. Staff were friendly if a bit difficult to find in weekends ( but that’s probably island time).
Susan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We got in late at 2300 hours. Staff were waiing for our arrival. We had booked food from the menu for our arrival. Which was waiting in our room. Delicious. Room.was.clean and aircon on, so room was.nice and cool. 😊
Tuna sashimi
Paul, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I recommend this hotel due to its location, just 3 minutes walk from the airport. The extraordinary vie of on the ocean and its fantastic dance show in the evenings. Emma and the people in the restaurant, were very welcoming.
Norman, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely location. Primo Air conditioning! Was a great overnight stay after getting off the plane late at night. Thoroughly enjoyed our cooked breakfast and coffees the next morning. Would stay again and recommend to other's.
Michelle, 1-night trip