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Tamanu Beach

3.0 of 5
PO Box 59, Cook Islands
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Tamanu Beach
Ranked #5 of 9 hotels in Aitutaki
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Gisborne, New Zealand
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2013 NEW

Tamanu was a lovely place to stay in Aitutaki and we loved every second. We had a studio garden bungalow but, after arriving in the dark, woke to see that we had a lovely view of the lagoon and pool. Perfect to watch the sunsets from. It was the perfect middle-of-the-road accommodation, it might not have been the flashest most... More

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australia
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8 hotel reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013

Really enjoyed our trip at Tamanu Beach. The studio was more like a bungalow and had beach views. The restaurant served great food and was reasonably priced for the Cook Islands. The only negatives would be the roosters that woke us up extremely early every day and expensive and slow wifi. I think if you are paying $400 a night,... More

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Auckland Region, New Zealand
1 review
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 April 2013

We really enjoyed our stay here, the beach was nicely groomed and with nice white sand. The snorkeling was one of the best spots on the island they have a giant clam directly in front of the resort. Look for the yellow boy off the beach. If your not a big snorkeler you only have to walk in to the... More

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Salleles-d'Aude, France
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57 reviews 57 reviews
26 hotel reviews
Reviews in 29 cities Reviews in 29 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 April 2013

We had the beachfront bungalow which was idyllic, peaceful, magnificent etc etc. The accommodation was brilliant and well laid out with a double shower! The beach and water was perfect. Swimming in the lagoon was spectacular looking at all the different fish around the coral. You didn't need to use a snorkel, you could just look through the clear water.... More

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Wetherby, United Kingdom
1 review
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 April 2013

We stayed in a 1 bedroom "hut" where the bedroom was air conditioned and therefore we could sleep properley despite very hot weather even for there!! We had a large lounge, an ensuite bathroom, a verandah and a view over the lagoon which was very beautiful especially at sunset. The restaurant served very good meals, especially the fish, although if... More

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Tauranga, New Zealand
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7 hotel reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 March 2013

I'd like to be honest about this resort - no it is not the Pacific Resort or the Lagoon Resort, though it makes up for it with the friendly and helpful staff and the beautiful lagoon which is ideal if you are looking to snorkel around close by. The pools are fine - one with shelter and other not so... More

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Gresham, Oregon
2 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 March 2013

When we arrived at the resort we were a bit disapointed as the pictures of the pools and other areas on the website are not honest of the actual condition of the property. We are pool people and this is why we chose this property. One of the pools (which are both very small) lost water every day where the... More

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Auckland Region, New Zealand
1 review
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 March 2013

Amazing wonderful picture perfect , location, relaxing hotel, Romantic, unspoiled, right on the lagoon. It is impossible to capture the beauty of this island with a camera, quite simply breathtaking ! - The Garden view rooms are lovely, functional, clean, fresh and enjoyable, - We have zero complaints or negative words to say about this resort or the Island. -... More

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Jackson, Wyoming
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 March 2013

We had a lovely stay at Tamanu Beach. I would not call it luxurious, but the villas are comfortable, the property lovely and we were steps from the beach. Staff were very friendly and helpful, and a golf cart delivered us to our villa with our bags. We stayed in the studio garden bungalows a short walk along the beach... More

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New Zealand
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11 reviews 11 reviews
10 hotel reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
21 helpful votes 21 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 February 2013

We had a Garden studio which was perfectly adequate for an enjoyable stay. The Resort is split into two sections and you have to walk along the beach to get to the restaurant from the 100 series bures. A lot of the time we were the only people in the ocean and it is a safe place to snorkel right... More

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Address: PO Box 59, Cook Islands
Region: Cook Islands > Southern Cook Islands > Aitutaki
Amenities:
Free Parking Kitchenette Restaurant Room Service Suites Swimming Pool
Hotel Style:
#2 Top resorts Hotels in Aitutaki
#5 Romantic Hotels in Aitutaki
Price Range: $$$
Hotel Class:3 star (3*)
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