Are Tamanu Beach Village-Aitutaki

On Aitutaki, the Are Tamanu Beach Hotel has just 12 tradional, thatched roof, self-contained bungalows. Located on the white sand beach and Aitutaki's beautiful lagoon, this picturesque family run hotel is quiet, peaceful and intimate. The bungalows are located in a tropical garden and offer views of the lagoon on their large deck. The hotel's Poolside Bar is the perfect place to enjoy breakfast, a light snack and a cocktail at sunset.

Each of the air conditioned bungalows has a separate lounge area, kitchenette with breakfast bar, bedroom with king size bed, a modern bathroom and IDD telephones. Complimentary to all guests are masks and snorkels, bicycles and lots of smiles.

Are Tamanu Beach Hotel has a history going back hundreds of years. Like all lands in the Cook Islands, the land the hotel is built on has a traditional name and it is Are Tamanu. The literal translation of Are Tamanu is "House of the Mahogany Tree" and this land still retains some of the native mahogany trees from which it is named.

In keeping with its name, Are Tamanu's luxurious self-catering, individual Are's feature tamanu floors and Cook Island style thatched roofs. Tamanu is also used for the carvings in each room and is a feature of the popular poolside bar.

ACCOMMODATION

Their individual Are's offer first class appointments including luxurious king-size beds, full kitchens, refrigerator/freezer, gas cooker, microwave oven, quality cutlery and crockery and IDD telephones.

Each Are has a separate bathroom with hairdryer; kitchen, breakfast bar, room safe and outdoor decks with dining settings for four.   All rooms are air-conditioned and have insect screened windows.

AMENITIES AND SERVICES

Available on site are:

• rental motorbikes
• barbecue facilities
• guest laundry
• tour desk

Complimentary to all their guests are masks and snorkels, bicycles, tropical breakfasts and lots of smiles.

Every Sunday night is Barbecue night at the hotel, featuring fresh fish, meat, salads and tropical fruit.  Join the owners and staff at the pool bar and watch the sun go down.

ACTIVITIES

The lagoon cruise is a must for everyone - take the lagoon cruise to see Aitutaki in all its splendor - lunch and snorkeling is included on this fun filled, unforgettable cruise on the lagoon. 

Aitutaki has a number of deep sea fishing operators and the Aitutaki golf club has an interesting course situated on the coast beside the airport.  Clubs can be hired for casual games.  The above trips/tours can be booked direct at the hotel.

DINING OUT AND NIGHTLIFE

Are Tamanu is ideally situated within cycling and walking distance from a number of restaurants, cafe's and bars allowing you to eat out at your leisure.  Food and supplies for your self-catering holiday option are available just ten minutes from the hotel at Rerei's Store.  Rerei's is famous for its Aitutaki bread.  Maina Traders, the island's largest general store, can be found a few kilometers from the hotel in the town center.  There are numerous small village stores over the island selling fresh local produce and basic supplies.

Rate per person / double occupancy Includes: Daily Tropical Breakfast	7 Nights	Extra Nights
Tamanu Garden Bungalow	$2307	$132
Tamanu Lagoon Bungalow	$2436	$150
Tamanu Beachfront Bungalow	$2566	$169
Manea Lagoon Suite	$2506	$160
TManea Beachfront Suite	$2685	$186

Note: The Are Tamanua Beach Hotel has a policy of no children under 12 years.

These packages feature roundtrip airfare from Los Angeles via Air New Zealand, meet & greet, airport/resort transfers, 7 nights lodging.

Valid for travel 28Mar-22May and 6Sep-21Nov06. For travel 4Jan-12Jun and 23Aug-12Dec please add $35. For travel 12Jun-22Aug and 13Dec-3Jan07 please add $163.

 

Please call one of our Cook Island Specialists for current pricing on this resort.
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