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The Islander Hotel

3.0 star property

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A poolside area with outdoor seating and a view of the ocean.
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Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
The current price is $189
$164 nightly
$189 total
Total with taxes and fees
Jul 23 - Jul 24

Explore the area

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Main Road, Panama, Rarotonga
  • Place, Nikao Beach
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Punanga Nui Market
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Muri Beach
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rarotonga (RAR-Rarotonga Intl.)
    ‪3 min walk‬

Room options

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A hotel room with two beds, a bathroom with a sink, and a ceiling fan.

Cabana Couples

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(45 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 484 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Rarotonga

In the heart of Rarotonga, The Islander Hotel is within a 5-minute drive of Punanga Nui Market and Cook Island Christian Church. .This beach hotel is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Rarotonga Golf Club and 1.9 mi (3 km) from Cook Islands Library and Museum.

What's nearby

  • Nikao Beach - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Punanga Nui Market - 2 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Cook Islands Library and Museum - 4 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Cook Island Christian Church - 4 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Muri Beach - 18 min drive - 8.7 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Ka Kite Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Kai & Co - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Palace Takeaway - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Anchorage - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Trader Jacks Bar & Grill - ‬3 min drive

About this property

The Islander Hotel

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.
Make yourself at home in one of the 11 air-conditioned rooms featuring LED televisions. Your Tempur-Pedic bed comes with premium bedding. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have showers and hair dryers.
Relax and unwind with massages, body treatments, and facials. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, including a nightclub and an outdoor pool. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and babysitting (surcharge).
Enjoy a meal at the restaurant or snacks in the coffee shop/cafe. The hotel also offers room service (during limited hours). Wind down with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges or 2 poolside bars. A complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast is served daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, dry cleaning/laundry services, and multilingual staff. Free self parking is available onsite.
A complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast is served each morning between 8:00 AM and 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 transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self 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 (surcharge)
  • 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 elevator
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room; children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 25 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property
Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision

Property is also known as

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

The Islander Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 265 out of 617 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 183 out of 617 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 97 out of 617 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 43 out of 617 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 617 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place with excellent staff. Close to the airport and also has a great restaurant.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic spot, so close to the airport as we had an overnight and then an early morning flight. food was fantastic, staff very friendly, awesome stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roger and Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The food provided was of an excellent standard. Staff were always very helpful, warm and friendly. The AC unit in our room was effective and the amenities and decor were delightful.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

mathew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great dtaff, super clean room and great restaurant
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sachiko

Very nice people and close to the airport
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Hotel is in a very convenient location to the airport. The rooms are nice and clean. Staff is very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Manuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was everything it was expected to be! Easy walk from the airport at 11 pm and back for another flight in the morning!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location can’t be beat for a layover. Arrived around midnight. Slept well, great breakfast, then walked back to the airport to fly to Aitutaki.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Clean room and wonderful hot breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Walk from airport, clean, great over nighter or short stay lovely staff great breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was great. Faster service this visit. Noisy in the evening but they stop at 11 pm. So convenient for airport transfer if you’re not staying on Raro.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our flight came in late and the Islander was walking distance from the airport. Friendly staff quickly got us to our rooms! Slept great, had a delicious breakfast at their oceanfront restaurant that was included in our stay. All in all it was a great place to stay overnight!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

My late, after hours, check in went smoothly. All the people working there were courteous and professional.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location close to airport, very accommodating staff, great facilities and good value
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anjalin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location and breakfast options.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The AC and Fan combination was amazing, kept the room cool, the room was spacious and the beds comfy, the staff were all friendly and helpful.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved it here!! Great vibe, beautiful service and everything was amazing x
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

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

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place, very short walk from the airport, good food.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good place to stop near the airport when stepping off the plane. Place is dated though rooms are ok
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly, helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JOSHUA

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was amazing
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Mele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s a great clean place. Airport practically across the street. Staff very friendly and great service. I would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice cooked breakfast options
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shania

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really easy to get to and from the airport, just a few minutes walk away. Rooms are spacious and clean, the restaurant and bar are an added bonus!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025