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The Islander Hotel

3.0 star property
3-star beach hotel near Rarotonga Golf Club

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Outdoor pool
Restaurant
Exterior
Outdoor wedding area
Cabana Couples | Premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, individually decorated

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Bar

Explore the area

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

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Cabana Couples | Premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, individually decorated

Cabana Couples

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(33 reviews)
  • 484 sq ft
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Rarotonga

Oceanside stay.Within 2 miles (3 km) of this Rarotonga hotel, you'll find Punanga Nui Market and Rarotonga Golf Club. Cook Island Christian Church and Cook Islands Library and Museum are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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

  • ‪Shipwreck Hut - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Tamarind House - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Trader Jacks Bar & Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Rehab Nightclub, Rarotonga, Cook Islands - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Ka Kite Cafe - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Islander Hotel

3-star beach hotel near Rarotonga Golf Club
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.

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • 11 guestrooms or units
  • 2 bars by the pool
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 2004
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (free)
  • Nightclub
  • Deli
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Towels for the beach
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • ATM
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Dining venue
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.

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.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

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

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LED TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding
  • Tempur-Pedic mattress

Bathroom

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

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.

Property payment types

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

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted.

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

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Islander Hotel to the airport?

The Islander Hotel is 0.2 mi (1-min drive) away from the Rarotonga (RAR-Rarotonga Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Islander Hotel?

As of Oct 21, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Islander Hotel on Oct 22, 2025 start from $148.21, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Islander Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Islander Hotel.

How close is The Islander Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is a short 7-minute walk from Nikao Beach and 7.7 mi (22-min drive) from Muri Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Islander Hotel offer free breakfast?

The Islander Hotel offers free cooked-to-order breakfast every day from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at The Islander Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Islander Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Early check-in costs NZD 100 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at The Islander Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The Islander Hotel have a pool?

The Islander Hotel features an outdoor pool.

Does The Islander Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Islander Hotel have a spa?

This hotel doesn't have a spa, but it does offer facials, body treatments, and aromatherapy.

How close is The Islander Hotel to downtown Rarotonga?

The Islander Hotel is 2.7 mi away from Rarotonga.