The Islander Hotel, Rarotonga
About the Hotel
Rooms: Pacific & Garden Views
The Islander Hotel features rooms averaging 45m2, each fitted with one king bed and one single bed that accommodates up to three guests. Children under 12 years travelling with parents stay at no extra cost. Rooms include air conditioning, a ceiling fan, a small fridge, tea/coffee making facilities, and a flat-screen LED TV. For convenience, each room provides an ensuite bathroom with a shower, toilet, vanity, and complimentary toiletries, plus ironing facilities and a hairdryer. Most hotel rooms offer views of the blue Pacific Ocean and gardens. Cabanas have a small lounge area.
Dining: Cuisine and Cocktails
The Islander Hotel & Spa has two bars: The Tiki Bar creates cocktails, premium wines, and earthy espresso coffee. The Hula Bar is on the waterfront. The Islander Grill offers cuisine with a beachfront view. Additional dining options near the hotel include Margarita's Bistro at Banana Court in Avarua for fresh food and cocktails, Beluga Cafe in Arorangi, Charlie's Cafe and Bar in Tikioki for fish burgers, and The Mooring Fish Cafe at Avana Harbour.
Leisure & Water Activities
The Islander Hotel & Spa features a swimming pool and an onsite spa with views of the Pacific Ocean and sunsets. Guests can access Nikao Beach directly from the hotel. Scuba diving and snorkeling are available. Other activities include paintball, laser tag, and archery tag at the abandoned Sheraton hotel. The Aitutaki Day Tour departs from Rarotonga and includes a lagoon cruise. Semi-Submersible Tours depart from Avatiu Harbour.
Location & Accessibility
The Islander Hotel is located in Avarua, the national capital of the Cook Islands, and is a short distance from Rarotonga International Airport's Departure Terminal (200m). It is near Vonnias Warehouse (2 km), Cook Islands Library and Museum (2.5 km), and Avarua Shopping Centre (2 km). The hotel provides direct access to Nikao Beach (1 km). Natura Holiday Homes near the hotel offer additional accommodation options.
Services: Convenience Assured
The Islander Hotel provides a 24-hour front desk and a concierge service. Guests have access to room service. The hotel offers a free cooked-to-order breakfast and a free roundtrip airport shuttle. For events, The Islander Hotel has multiple locations including the Main Restaurant, The Lanai, The Terrace, and Hula Beach, which accommodates up to 800 guests.
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Facilities
General
- Paid Wi-Fi
- Free parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Free shuttle service
- Laundry
Dining
- Breakfast
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Outdoor dining area
Business
- Business centre
Spa & Leisure
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Garden area
- Spa & wellness centre
Room features
- Wi-Fi in rooms
- Sitting area
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Location
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