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Tamanu Beach

Arutanga , Main Road, Amuri Village (Show on Map)

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Summary of reviewsTamanu Beach is a stunning resort located on the beautiful island of Aitutaki, which has been voted the best island location in the world 2022 by Lonely Planet. The resort offers amazing beachfront accommodation with spacious and well-designed rooms that exceed guest expectations. The location is outstanding, right on the edge of a wonderful lagoon with great beach access and excellent snorkeling opportunities. The resort's central location provides easy access to restaurants and other facilities, making your stay even more convenient. The breakfast is fantastic and included in the room rate, while the dinner is exceptional with amazing food, exceptional dishes and great value for money. The staff are truly exceptional with guests raving about their friendliness, helpfulness and genuine hospitality. The pool area is well maintained and immaculately clean, making it enjoyable for guests to cool off in the sun. The beach itself is perfect and beautiful with some calling it one of the best beaches they've ever seen. Tamanu Beach is highly recommended by families who have stayed there, as the resort has great facilities and location. The beds are extremely comfy, ensuring a restful night's sleep. Overall, Tamanu Beach is a dreamy beach vacation destination that offers a beautiful island experience that you won't soon forget.
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Room Types

Bungalow - Garden View This air-conditioned, refurbished bungalow is only a stones throw from the beach and has tropical garden views from your verandah. The refurbished bathrooms feature mahogany timber vanity tops and there is a spacious outdoor shower. Maximum occupancy is 3 (see Hotel Policies).

Bungalow - Beach Front This bungalow has private beach access from your outdoor shower. The refurbished bathroom has twin vanities and a walk-in shower. The large private balcony overlooks the lagoon. Maximum occupancy is 3 (see Hotel Policies).

One-Bedroom Bungalow This air-conditioned bungalow boasts beautiful sea views from your private verandah, which offers a daybed. It has a TV. Maximum occupancy is 4 (see Hotel Policies).

One-Bedroom Bungalow - Beach Front This air-conditioned bungalow is located on the beachfront and has a private verandah, which offers a daybed. It has a TV. Maximum occupancy is 4 (see Hotel Policies).

Villa - Beach Front The pool with a view is a top feature of this villa. Boasting a private entrance, this air-conditioned villa comes with a kitchenette, 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. The well-fitted kitchenette features a refrigerator, kitchenware, a microwave and a tea and coffee maker. The unit has soundproof walls, sea views, a terrace and wine/champagne is available for guests. The unit has 1 bed.

Bungalow with Sea View The pool with a view is the standout feature of this bungalow. This bungalow features 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and free toiletries. The air-conditioned bungalow features a flat-screen TV, soundproof walls, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area as well as sea views. The unit has 1 bed.

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Guest Reviews

9.0

Excellent

Location

Welcome to Tamanu Beach, located on the beautiful island of Aitutaki, which has been voted the best island location in the world 2022 by Lonely Planet. From the moment you arrive, you'll be surrounded by stunning views and a serene atmosphere that will help you relax and unwind.

The location of this resort is outstanding, right on the edge of a wonderful lagoon with great beach access and excellent snorkeling opportunities. The beach front bungalows offer a convenient paradise with proximity to the sea and a nice lagoon view.

The property boasts beautiful accommodation in a stunning location, virtually on the beach with rooms that exceeded guest expectations. Room 112 located on the beach, was a favorite among travelers.

The sunsets in Tamanu Beach offer great views that you'll absolutely love. The resort's central location provides easy access to restaurants and other facilities, making your stay even more convenient.

While some guests had issues finding their way back to Seaview villa in the dark due to lack of lighting and signage, the overall consensus is that Tamanu Beach offers a fabulous location with a great setting, perfect for a getaway.

Love the location and the facilities, right on the beachfront, overlooking the beautiful lagoon and surrounded by the natural beauty of Aitutaki. Tamanu Beach offers a beautiful island experience that you won't soon forget.

Breakfast

Tamanu Beach offers a fantastic breakfast that's included in the room rate and served until 10.30am, according to guest reviews. Whether you prefer continental or cooked-to-order, there are plenty of yummy options to choose from, including pastries, fruit platters, hot cross buns and more. Diners with dietary restrictions praise the hotel for catering to their needs, while others simply describe the breakfast as "delicious" and "superb." The beautiful beach view from the restaurant makes the morning meal even better.

Dinner

The dinner at Tamanu Beach had guests raving about the amazing food, exceptional dishes and great value for money. Particularly popular were the Island night on Thursdays and the Sunday BBQ, where guests enjoyed delicious meals with plenty of options to choose from. Many guests praised the top-quality restaurant, which served some of the best food they had ever tasted, beating out competitors in Rarotonga and Aitutaki. While the limited menu was a drawback for some, the overall consensus was that the on-site restaurant was really good with fresh salads and a variety of dishes including fish, sausages, steak and lamb chops. However, one downside was the expensive Culture night with no other dinner options. Overall, Tamanu Beach guests were impressed with the quality of the dinners and would highly recommend it to others.

Rooms

Tamanu Beach offers amazing accommodation for travelers looking for a comfortable and spacious room during their stay. Guests can enjoy a beautiful beachfront villa, delightful rooms and cabins that are well designed and clean. The bures, one bedroom bungalows and adult-only bungalows are spacious and equipped, providing all amenities one may need or more. The rooms' highlights include comfy and large beds, indoor and outdoor bathrooms and showers, well-appointed provisions and relaxing porches or balconies. Additionally, the rooms and facilities are world-class and well-maintained, providing a traditional island-style resort experience.

Beds

When it comes to a good night's sleep, the beds at Tamanu Beach won't disappoint. Multiple guests rave about the comfort level of the beds with some even saying they slept in the biggest bed they've ever seen. Not only are the beds large and comfortable, but the accommodation overall is very accommodating. While some guests mention overly soft pillows, most agree that the beds themselves are extremely comfy. It's clear that getting a restful night's sleep won't be a problem at Tamanu Beach.

Cleanliness

Tamanu Beach is a well-maintained traditional island-style resort with beautiful, clean, spacious and relaxed surroundings. The gardens are immaculately kept, while the pool is always in pristine condition. Guests were pleased with the very clean facilities and the friendly and happy restaurant staff and cleaners who provided excellent service. However, there were some opportunities to improve unit cleanliness as a couple of cockroaches were found during some guests' stays and some noted that their rooms were not well cleaned during their stay. Additionally, one guest had to ask for room service after 3 days as it wasn't done until day 4. Nevertheless, overall, Tamanu Beach provides lots of space that's clean and comfortable for guests.

Staff

The staff at Tamanu Beach are truly exceptional with guests raving about their friendliness, helpfulness and genuine hospitality. From the moment of arrival, guests are welcomed with open arms and made to feel right at home. The restaurant staff are particularly praised for their excellent service and smiley attitudes, while reception and room service staff are also noted as being helpful and friendly. Aunty Nane, who conducts airport transfers, is singled out for her exceptional hospitality. Overall, Tamanu Beach is a family-run business where the staff go above and beyond to ensure guests have a wonderful stay.

Pool

Welcome to Tamanu Beach, where relaxation and fun are the main priorities. Guests have raved about the hotel's pool area, which includes two pools - one for adults only and one for families with children. The pools are well maintained and immaculately clean, making it enjoyable for guests to cool off in the sun. If you're not in the mood for swimming, head to the adjacent beach and enjoy free use of kayaks, paddle boards and bikes. Some reviews mentioned that one pool was out of order, but this didn't detract from their overall experience. And who needs a pool when you have the turquoise waters of the Pacific Ocean just a few meters away?

Beach

Tamanu Beach boasts a stunning location on a beautiful island with a beachfront property that offers guests the pool and beach on their doorstep. This beach had amazing snorkeling with the lagoon being described as simply stunning. Guests raved about waking up to an amazing view of the turquoise waters, palm trees and white sandy beach every morning. A variety of accommodations, including beachfront bungalows, provide the perfect setting for a relaxing vacation. The beach itself was described as perfect and beautiful with some calling it one of the best beaches they've ever seen. The resort also offers free use of kayaks and paddleboards, allowing guests to explore the beautiful lagoon. While some mentioned the beach needing a bit of attention, overall, guests loved the location and the fantastic snorkeling right off the resort's beach.

Family

Tamanu Beach resort is highly recommended by families who have stayed there. It is perfect for families with children, as the resort has great facilities and location. The resort is owned and run by a family, which adds to its charm. There is a separate pool for adults only and one for families with children, so everyone can have a good time. Teenagers can hang out in a little "third space," which is perfect to keep them entertained. The rooms are spacious and comfortable, but some families suggest that the family rooms should have a kitchen sink. Overall, Tamanu Beach resort is casual luxury at its best and it's a great spot for families to relax and enjoy their vacation.

Outdoor Pool

When it comes to amenities, the outdoor pool at Tamanu Beach is a real treat according to guest reviews. Although one pool was out of order during some stays, this was no fault of the complex itself. The pool that was available, however, was described as great, lovely and a real treat to cool off in. Guests also appreciated the addition of an outdoor shower, which added to the overall experience. Rooms were also well liked and included private outdoor showers, an added bonus. Overall, guests enjoyed the two pools available at Tamanu Beach and highly recommend them as a refreshing way to spend a day on the property.

Beachfront

When it comes to beachfront locations, Tamanu Beach has got it all! Guests rave about the stunning beachfront villas, cabins, bungalows and rooms that offer amazing views and the perfect setting. Many reviews mention being pleasantly surprised to find themselves staying in beachfront accommodation, proving that Tamanu Beach truly delivers on its promise of providing guests with the best beachfront experience possible. With rooms located right on the beach, guests can enjoy the peaceful sound of the waves, stunning sunsets and uninterrupted ocean views. The beachfront location is definitely a highlight of this hotel, making it the perfect destination for a dreamy beach vacation.

Yes, Tamanu Beach has pool(s) that belong to one or more of the following categories: Outdoor Pool.

Yes, a spa is available at Tamanu Beach.

No, Tamanu Beach doesn't allow dogs.

Yes, parking facilities are available at Tamanu Beach.

No, Tamanu Beach doesn't have a gym.

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