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Tamanu Beach

3.5 star property
Adults-only beachfront hotel with 2 outdoor pools

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On the beach, white sand, sun loungers, beach towels
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Balcony
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine, beach views
2 bars/lounges, beach bar

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Spa
  • Housekeeping
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Pool

Explore the area

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Main Road, Aitutaki
  • Place, Maungapu
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Akitua Island
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Ootu Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Aitutaki (AIT)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

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Bungalow, 1 Bedroom (+ A La Carte Breakfast & Wifi)

  • 915 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 4 Twin Beds

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Balcony

One Bedroom Beachfront Bungalow (+ A La Carte Breakfast & WiFi)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 915 sq ft
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Premier Villa, 1 Bedroom, Beach View, Beachfront (+ A La Carte Breakfast & WiFi)

Premier Villa, 1 Bedroom, Beach View, Beachfront (+ A La Carte Breakfast & WiFi) | View from room

Premier Villa, 1 Bedroom, Beach View, Beachfront (+ A La Carte Breakfast & WiFi)

  • 1076 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Studio Beachfront Bungalow (+ A La Carte Breakfast & WiFi) | In-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, WiFi

Studio Beachfront Bungalow (+ A La Carte Breakfast & WiFi)

  • 699 sq ft
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Balcony view

Studio Garden Bungalow (+ A La Carte Breakfast & WiFi)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 699 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Studio Lagoon View Bungalow (+ A La Carte Breakfast and WiFi)

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Studio Lagoon View Bungalow (+ A La Carte Breakfast and WiFi)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 700 sq ft
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Aitutaki

Located within a mile (2 km) of Maungapu, Tamanu Beach is within 3 miles (5 km) of Arutanga Harbour. This 23-room, 3.5-star hotel has 2 outdoor pools along with a full-service spa and free breakfast.

What's nearby

  • Maungapu - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Aitutaki Golf Club - 6 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Arutanga Harbour - 7 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Akitua Island - 9 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Ootu Beach - 9 min drive - 4.0 miles

Getting around

  • Aitutaki (AIT) - 5 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Avatea Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Aunty Odee'z - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Avetea Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Boatshed Bar And Grill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪MVA’s Tunu2Nu - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Tamanu Beach

Adults-only beachfront hotel with 2 outdoor pools
At Tamanu Beach, guests have access to a full-service spa, 2 outdoor pools, and WiFi in public areas. You can take advantage of free parking, along with a free airport shuttle (available 24 hours). The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with concierge services, luggage storage, and securing valuables. Other amenities at this adults-only hotel include conference space, a business center, and free use of bicycles.
43-inch Smart TVs come with digital channels, and guests can stay connected with WiFi. Other amenities include refrigerators, espresso makers, and ceiling fans.
2 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with complimentary bicycles.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

The onsite spa has couples treatment room(s). Massages are available on the beach and in the spa; other services include deep-tissue massages, sports massages, and facials. The spa is open select days.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (NZD 10 per hour)
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (NZD 10 per hour)

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour free roundtrip airport shuttle
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A beach bar
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Tamanu

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Kayaking
  • Library
  • Scooter/moped rentals
  • Snorkeling
  • Yoga classes

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 904 square feet of conference space
  • Business center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Spa open select days
  • Sports massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

More

  • 25 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch smart TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 100.0 per day
  • Children younger than 12 are not permitted to stay at this adults-only property (only guests 12 and older are allowed)

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for in-room wireless internet: NZD 10 per hour (rates may vary)
  • Fee for wireless internet in public areas: NZD 10 per hour (rates may vary)
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 100.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 percent

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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, debit card, or cash deposit 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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 2 PM—-8 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the free airport shuttle (available 24 hours). Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

Property is also known as

Tamanu Beach
Tamanu Beach Aitutaki
Tamanu Beach Hotel
Tamanu Beach Hotel Aitutaki
Tamanu Beach Resort Aitutaki
Tamanu Beach Resort
Tamanu Beach Hotel Aitutaki
Tamanu Beach Hotel
Tamanu Beach Aitutaki
Tamanu Beach Hotel Aitutaki

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Tamanu Beach?

Tamanu Beach provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For specific requirements, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Tamanu Beach?

As of Nov 29, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Tamanu Beach on Dec 8, 2025 start from $314.49, 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.

What is there to do around Tamanu Beach?

This hotel is located in Aitutaki, close to Ootu Beach, Akitua Island, and Aitutaki Golf Club. You'll also find Arutanga Harbour and Maungapu within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Tamanu Beach?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Is there a spa at Tamanu Beach?

There is a full-service spa available for guests to enjoy and services include beach massages, sports massages, and couples treatments. The spa is not open daily but only on select days.

Does Tamanu Beach feature a casino?

No, Tamanu Beach doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Tamanu Beach?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there are 2 outdoor pools.

Is Tamanu Beach good for couples?

This adults-only hotel offers plenty of amenities for couples including a beach bar, 2 outdoor pools, and a beachfront restaurant.

Does Tamanu Beach have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Tamanu Beach have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Tamanu Beach serves free cooked-to-order breakfasts at Tamanu each morning.

Does Tamanu Beach allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Tamanu Beach.

Are there connecting rooms at Tamanu Beach?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

How far is the airport from Tamanu Beach?

The closest major airport to Tamanu Beach is Aitutaki (AIT), which is 2 mi away (5 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Tamanu Beach?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel offer a balcony where guests can enjoy sea or garden views.

Does Tamanu Beach have a wedding venue on site?

If you plan to exchange vows during your trip, consider the wedding services available at Tamanu Beach.

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