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The Islander Hotel

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

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The Islander Hotel sits on Rarotonga's beautiful coastline, offering a genuine island retreat experience. Visitors can rejuvenate with deep-tissue massages at My Beauty and Spa before heading to the nightclub where concerts and live shows create a lively atmosphere after sunset.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Tempur-Pedic bed
  • 45 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
Main Road, Panama, Rarotonga

What's nearby

  • Rarotonga Golf Club - 4 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Cook Islands Library and Museum - 4 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Cook Island Christian Church - 4 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Black Rock - 5 min drive - 2.4 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
  • ‪Vinyl Revival - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Shipwreck Hut - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Trader Jacks Bar & Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Wilson's Beach Bar - ‬8 min drive

About this property

The Islander Hotel

Family-friendly hotel near Cook Islands Library and Museum
Located close to Punanga Nui Market and Cook Island Christian Church, The Islander Hotel provides free cooked-to-order breakfast, an adjacent golf course, and a nightclub. Treat yourself to spa services, such as reflexology, aromatherapy, or a Swedish massage. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices), is available to all guests, along with 2 poolside bars and concerts and live shows.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Babysitting (surcharge), coffee/tea in the lobby, and free newspapers
  • Luggage storage, ATM/banking services, and meeting rooms
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and proximity to the airport
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to thoughtful touches like late night room service and free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Showers, hair dryers, and shampoo
  • 32-inch LED TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, mini fridges, and childcare services

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 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

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

Frequently asked questions

Does The Islander Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is The Islander Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at The Islander Hotel?

Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at The Islander Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Early check-in is available for a fee of NZD 100 (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at The Islander Hotel?

Check-out is at 10 AM. Late check-out is available for NZD 100 (subject to availability).

Where is The Islander Hotel located?

This family-friendly Rarotonga hotel is located on the waterfront, within 2 mi (3 km) of Punanga Nui Market, Rarotonga Golf Club, and Cook Island Christian Church. Cook Islands Library and Museum and Black Rock are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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The Islander Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 194 out of 506 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 161 out of 506 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 86 out of 506 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 41 out of 506 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 506 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

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

10/10 Excellent

Grace

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place amazing staff
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anjalin

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

10/10 Excellent

Information

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic cultural night, lovely friendly customer service, great for the young adults though as hula bar us right next to the rooms :) loved this place food was yum
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for stopovers before flying off to an island. Across the road from the airport. Great food and drink menu
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Subhash

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Friendly staff and great service. Rooms were nice and clean. Free Wifi. Memorable cultural night show too.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great overnight stop before flying out.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Deidre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very accommodating for a 3am check in and easy
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very close to the airport!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really good for a layover between flights
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Great vibe
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good conveniently placed stay. Bit difficult initially to find entrance to reception from road ( the place just looked like a bar). Good stay overall, nice food and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Alesha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great for a stop over right across from the airport
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raewyn Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were so helpful, food choice was great, with everything from fresh fruit, seafood, choice of meats, & pizza, all at reasonable prices. Best of all was the open dining area with views out to sea where we saw whales nearly every day. Highly recommended
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Angie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
1 night stay, hot shower, nice bed. Courteous staff. Nice breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aileen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff and awesome service. Definitely recomment.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

phillip

Liked: Staff & service
The staff were outstanding, they helped with any thing we needed 🙂 food was amazing and great prices. Rooms were super clean. Absolutely loved it
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Velmor

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

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a convenient spot. When you come in late from a flight just walk across the road to stay. Also you can leave your bags there after check out for $5 if you want to fill in time before your next flight. It was great too when I returned from a domestic flight and had a long wait for my international flight I sat in the restaurant and had a nice meal and watched the Whales passing by.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Metua

Liked: Amenities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Janet

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

10/10 Excellent

Paul

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

10/10 Excellent

Vasuki

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Food was excellent. Hospitality was good. Divine Spa was great. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent for what we needed.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
That it is across the road from the airport, and a bar that is open till l8
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

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