Boasting beautiful sea or garden views from your private veranda, Tamanu Beach features a beachfront restaurant and bar and a private beach area. Guests enjoy free use of kayaks and snorkeling equipment and a free tropical breakfast daily. The resort offers 2 swimming pools and a tour desk where you can book market trips, kite surfing or fishing trips. Each Thursday night you can experience ‘Island Fire’, a cultural performance of Cook Island song, dance and fire dancing. You can relax with a cocktail while watching the sunset at Tamanu Restaurant. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, the restaurant serves a menu inspired by Pacific Island cuisine, along with a range of western favorites. Tamanu Beach Aitutaki is a 7-minute drive from Aitutaki Golf Club. Aitutaki Airport is less than 10 minutes’ drive away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Continental, American, Buffet

Free Private Parking Available On Site

Activities:

Golf course (within 2 miles)

Fishing

Spa


Availability

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Property practices

This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.2
Facilities
9.1
Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.4
Value for money
8.5
Location
9.6
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Dushiyanthi
    New Zealand New Zealand
    We came here for our honeymoon in March 2024 and had the most wonderful time. We loved the relaxed nature of the place, the beauty, the wonderful swimming, snorkeling and kayaking in the calm waters just in front of our rooms. The food esp...
  • Janeene
    New Zealand New Zealand
    The food here was fantastic (every time) for all meals we had at the resort, which was pretty much all of the meals as we did not have any means of travelling to other locations on the island. Accommodation was clean, tidy and comfortable, and...
  • Fleetwood
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Spacious villas with stunning views. The outdoor shower and bathroom.

Area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      Local

Resort facilities at Tamanu Beach
Great facilities! Review score, 9.1

Most popular amenities
  • 2 swimming pools
  • Airport shuttle (free)
  • Spa
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
  • Private beach area
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • View
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun deck
  • Private beach area
  • Patio
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
  • Live sports events (broadcast)
  • Live music/Performance
    Additional charge
  • Happy hour
    Additional charge
  • Themed dinners
    Additional charge
  • Beach
  • Water sports facilities on site
  • Snorkeling
  • Diving
    Additional charge
  • Cycling
  • Canoeing
  • Fishing
    Additional charge
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Sitting area
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and charges apply.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
  • Accessible parking
Front Desk Services
  • Private check-in/out
  • Concierge
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe
General
  • Shuttle service
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Hypoallergenic room available
  • Mosquito net
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Tile/Marble floor
  • Soundproof
  • Car rental
  • Laptop safe
  • Packed lunches
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
2 swimming pools
Pool 1 – outdoorFree!
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Pool with view
  • Pool/Beach towels
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
Pool 2 – outdoorFree!
  • Open all year
  • Adults only
  • Infinity pool
  • Pool with view
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
Spa
  • Full-body massage
  • Hand massage
  • Head massage
  • Couples' massage
  • Foot massage
  • Neck massage
  • Back massage
  • Spa/Wellness packages
  • Foot bath
  • Spa lounge/Relaxation area
  • Spa facilities
  • Light therapy
  • Body scrub
  • Body treatments
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Waxing services
  • Facial treatments
  • Beauty services
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Massage
    Additional charge
  • Spa
    Additional charge
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules

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Check-in

From 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Check-out

From 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

12+ years
Extra bed upon request
NZD 100 per person, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Mastercard Visa Cash Tamanu Beach accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Free transfers are available to and from Aitutaki Airport. Please inform Tamanu Beach in advance if you want to use this service, using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.

If you expect to arrive outside reception opening hours, please inform Tamanu Beach in advance, using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.

FAQs about Tamanu Beach

  • Tamanu Beach is 1.6 miles from the center of Arutanga. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Guests staying at Tamanu Beach can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 10.0).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • American
    • Buffet
    • À la carte

  • Tamanu Beach offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Spa
    • Massage
    • Cycling
    • Snorkeling
    • Diving
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Beachfront
    • Bicycle rental
    • Live music/Performance
    • Beauty services
    • Themed dinners
    • Facial treatments
    • Beach
    • Waxing services
    • Water sports facilities on site
    • Manicure
    • Live sports events (broadcast)
    • Pedicure
    • Happy hour
    • Body treatments
    • Swimming pool
    • Body scrub
    • Light therapy
    • Spa facilities
    • Private beach area
    • Spa lounge/Relaxation area
    • Foot bath
    • Spa/Wellness packages
    • Back massage
    • Neck massage
    • Foot massage
    • Couples' massage
    • Head massage
    • Hand massage
    • Full-body massage

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Tamanu Beach has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant #1

  • The prices at Tamanu Beach may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Room options at Tamanu Beach include:

    • Bungalow
    • Studio
    • Villa

  • The nearest beach is 150 feet from Tamanu Beach. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at Tamanu Beach is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.