Boasting beautiful sea or garden views from your private verandah, Tamanu Beach features a beachfront restaurant and bar and a private beach area. Guests enjoy free use of kayaks and snorkelling 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 whilst 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 favourites. Tamanu Beach Aitutaki is a 7-minute drive from Aitutaki Golf Club. Aitutaki Airport is less than 10 minutes’ drive away.

Couples particularly 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 (9.5)

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 3 km)

Fishing

Spa and wellness centre


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they 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
9.3
Comfort
9.4
Value for money
8.5
Location
9.5
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Ripeka
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Location is amazing . Villas were nice, clean and lots of space . Front desk staff were lovely
  • Sheree
    Australia Australia
    Wonderful staff more than happy to help! You can tell how much the family run business takes pride in their hotel. Great location! Loved the cultural night presented by the locals.
  • Federico
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Everything. the facilities were great, people was really kind, they were in every detail. We spent christmas there and the leave a gift for us outside the room. I will come back someday it was an unforgettable experience (the good ones).

Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      Local

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

Most popular facilities
  • 2 swimming pools
  • Airport shuttle (free)
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Room service
  • Restaurant
  • WiFi
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
  • Private beach area
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • View
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun terrace
  • 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 sport events (broadcast)
  • Live music/performance
    Additional charge
  • Happy hour
    Additional charge
  • Themed dinner nights
    Additional charge
  • Beach
  • Water sport facilities on site
  • Snorkelling
  • Diving
    Additional charge
  • Cycling
  • Canoeing
  • Fishing
    Additional charge
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Seating Area
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and charges are applicable.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
  • Accessible parking
Reception services
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
Entertainment and 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
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Shuttle service
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Allergy-free room
  • Mosquito net
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Soundproofing
  • Car hire
  • 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
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
Pool 2 - outdoorFree!
  • Open all year
  • Adult only
  • Infinity pool
  • Pool with view
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
Wellness
  • 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
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Massage
    Additional charge
  • Spa and wellness centre
    Additional charge
Languages spoken
  • English

House rules

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Check-in

From 14:00 to 20:00

Check-out

From 08:00 to 10:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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

Cot and extra bed policies

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

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There is 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
Need-to-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 centre of Arutanga. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Tamanu Beach has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant #1

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

    • Spa and wellness centre
    • Massage
    • Cycling
    • Snorkelling
    • Diving
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Beachfront
    • Bicycle rental
    • Live music/performance
    • Beauty Services
    • Themed dinner nights
    • Facial treatments
    • Beach
    • Waxing services
    • Water sport facilities on site
    • Manicure
    • Live sport 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

  • Check-in at Tamanu Beach is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • Room options at Tamanu Beach include:

    • Bungalow
    • Studio
    • Villa

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

  • The nearest beach is just 50 yards from Tamanu Beach. 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

  • The prices at Tamanu Beach may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.