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The Islander Hotel

3.0 star property
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Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar

Explore the area

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Main Road, Panama, Rarotonga
  • Cook Islands Library and Museum
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Black Rock
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Muri Beach
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Rarotonga (RAR-Rarotonga Intl.)
    ‪3 min walk‬
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About this property

The Islander Hotel

Beach hotel with outdoor pool, near Punanga Nui Market
Guests of this beach hotel will appreciate convenient onsite amenities such as spa services and a picnic area.
The Islander Hotel offers 11 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Tempur-Pedic beds feature premium bedding. 32-inch LED televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include showers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)). Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include ceiling fans and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is offered daily and in-room massages can be requested.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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.
Our customers tell us they can't get enough of The Islander Hotel's proximity to the airport. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Nikao Beach. Enjoy features like free breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking.
  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices))
  • Free self parking
  • Options for a bite to eat or a refreshing drink include a coffee shop, a restaurant, 2 poolside bars, and 2 bars/lounges
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Services include babysitting, dry cleaning/laundry, and a concierge
  • Guests have great things to say about the clean accommodations and the proximity to the airport
  • Just a 2-minute drive from Punanga Nui Market and a few minutes from Cook Island Christian Church
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. For a drink, you can stop by one of the onsite bars, including 2 poolside bars and 2 bars/lounges. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

An outdoor pool, a nightclub, and spa services are also featured at the family-friendly The Islander Hotel. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Rarotonga hotel.

Guests are served free cooked-to-order breakfast daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
The Islander Hotel has a restaurant on site.
Late night fare is available from room service (during limited hours).

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 poolside bars
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Concerts/live shows
  • Evening entertainment
  • Nightclub
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room babysitting
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • On the bay
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Reflexology
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 steps to reach entrance
  • Front entrance ramp
  • No lift
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Built in 2004
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding
  • Tempur-Pedic mattress

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LED TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Late-night room service
  • Mini-fridge
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: NZD 100
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: NZD 100

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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding. Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 25 per night.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Early check-in fee: NZD 100 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: NZD 100 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 25 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
The front desk at this property is open daily from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM.
The check-in location differs from the property location. To check in, guests will need to go to Islander Hotel's Tiki Bar after 5pm.
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding. Children might not be eligible for free breakfast.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

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

Reviews

The Islander Hotel Reviews

8.0

Very good

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 196 out of 508 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 161 out of 508 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 86 out of 508 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 41 out of 508 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 508 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Josaia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Arshi

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Siglinde

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an early flight back to AUS and they served our breakfast which would be from 8am into our room the night before. Great. 👍
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

NERIDA

Travelled with family
Grandson waiting for the rooms to be ready
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Gemma

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We only stayed for one night as we had an early 3am flight. The location is perfect to get to the airport as it is directly across the road. It was sooo handy waking up in the early hours of the morning and not having to worry about transport to the airport. The room was clean and comfortable and the views from the bar/restaurant were stunning. We were a bit disappointed that there were no vegetarian meals available at the restaurant (from my understanding these need to be ordered in advance?). Unfortunately, we werent aware of this and ended up just eating some sides which was a bit of a shame considering it was our last dinner in Rarotonga. We were super impressed with the service however. The staff kindly delivered us our breakfast (muesli and fresh fruit) at 9pm at night since we were going to miss out on the breakfast the next morning. This was a lovely surprise as we thought we'd just be missing out entirely. Thanks to The Islander team!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carey

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love the ease of being able to walk from the airport. We love how much space we had in our room. Everything was clean and ready for us. We wish we would have asked for water and ice when we checked in.
The beds in our room
Our clean bathroom
From the restaurant
From the restaurant
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Lee

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Those with children beware! There was loud music going late into the night, once until nearly midnight. Staff said they would turn it down at 10pm, but they never did.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Claudia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It would be nice to have had breakfast but couldn't as the airplane left at 9am. Not sure if it could be served at 7am instead of 8am. Overall it was nice to stay there.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ross and Rhonda

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Marti

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Gave a hostel vibe versus an actual hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda, kentfield

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Perfect place to have a meal, shower while waiting for your flight.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Bernie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The outside from the street understates the interior. The room was nice, clean and the bed comfortable. I was worried about the bar going all night, but it closed at a reasonable time. Great place to stay if you are catching a plane or arriving late.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cairyn

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location to airport. Literally right across the road. 3 minute walk. Staff are so lovely. There is a popular bar onsite. Great if you are sociable and intend being in there at night! Rooms are directly behind bar area but didn’t notice it in my room to be honest. Pool is located in the restaurant and never saw anyone swim in it for that reason. Awesome cultural show and dinner on Tuesday nights. Room is spacious and clean. I’d def stay here again on my return
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Donna, Anchorage

Convenient location to airport, just a short walk away. No desk staff most of the time, had to make inquiries at the bar or ask a server to assist. Room was very clean and would stay here again for the convenience while waiting for flights.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randall, La Honda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Elenore

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed a full breakfast included in our stay. Enjoyed free WIFI. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Emma-Grace

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We didn’t have a remote for the TV. Had no signal to the TV. The Aircon remote was not functioning, couldn’t adjust the temperature, so we had to turn on the ceiling fan. Bath towels were full of Fluffs.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bulathsinha Arachchige

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely people, lovely food, very close to the airport. Took care of my parents well.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025