You may encounter cockroaches, but they get an exterminator periodically, and even the cockroaches are polite that they don’t come inside of your room lol

Everything. Benjamin and his family go above and beyond, their hospitality is unbelievable. I felt I was at home while staying there. Maururu!!!

Stayed in May 2024

The wifi is terrible, but what do you expect on the island? That said, it can be stressful when you're trying to check in to flights or book your next location!

The convenient location includes free pick-up/drop-off with the airport minutes away. The kitchen was large and had everything you need to cook for yourself. You also get your own personal box of kitchenware! The magic of the island exists in this hostel. I met such wonderful people here. Rapa Nui can be dizzyingly expensive, but what you get for the price of this accommodation is unbelievable.

Stayed in February 2024

A slight walking distance to the main stretch of Hanga Roa. Chickens crowing every now and then, but I guess it’s the same everywhere in Easter Island, and it adds to its charm.

Location nearby the airport. About 15 mins walk to the main stretch of Hanga Roa. Cosy place with common kitchen and dining areas to meet up other fellow travellers and chat! Great vibes.

Stayed in April 2024

Cleanliness, a pleasant environment, and an exceptionally careful and attentive host

Stayed in March 2024

Nothing!

Super clean and spacious kitchen to cook . Hot water nice shower . Cute cats around . Benjamin is super nice and helpful . Recommand !

Stayed in April 2024

If I could give more than 10 stars to the Tipanie Moana Hostel I would do so! It is a groomed, very cared for hostel with a blooming garden.Recycling is of great importance and there are containers to seperate waste. Rooms with/ without private bathrooms/ dormitory are available, no matter which one you choose, they are all very beautiful, comfortable and clean. Enough bathrooms are available, also 2 spacious and well equipped kitchens. You have private space on your own terrace and there are areas where you can sit with others, also a place for barbecue. It is a nice 10 minute walk to town,, 15 minutes to the waterfront / beach. Benjamin, the owner, goes out of his way to make his guests feel happy and comfortable. He has bicyles available, supports with car rental, offers every tour and all of that for real good prices. Every wish / need you might have, he will try to arrange it, if possible. For me definitely the best place to stay on Rapa Nui Island.

Stayed in April 2024

The roosters crowing interruptedly from 5am :) our room was next to the kitchen and passway so not super private

Benjamin is an incredible host, always going above and beyond for his guests! He also picked us up and dropped us off at the airport, both times giving us a welcome and farewell gift! He took us to the Kari Kari show with a discounted price. We didn't do the one day full tour but we were told it was great (7 stops, 55 CLP pp with lunch). The room was clean and big enough, the bed was comfortable although a bit small for us. The kitchen had all we needed, and it was clean. The hostel is less than 10 min walking from the main street where you can find everything you need

Stayed in April 2024

Best Hostel ever!! Benjamin and his family run this lovely place (no volunteers) and they are the nicest people I ever met.. They are always around and help with everything. They can organise every kind of tour, cars, bikes much cheaper than every other place. They even took us out on private tours for free and invited us for a super fish meal. The hostel is in a quiet side road, just a short walk to the center, the harbours and the beaches. The place is very beautiful. A huge garden to relax with flowering bushes everywhere. A grill pavillion, a cafeteria and 2 big kitchens. You can even camp there. The rooms are spacey, (no bunkbeds) with big lockers to fit in a Trekking rucksack and have a terrace with chairs tables and space to hang up laundry. They get cleaned daily and every week we got new bed linens ( I stayed 20 days) The kitchen is very spacey with every equipment you need to cook real meals. Lots of fridges, where everybody has its own seperate space. And you get a box with your own dishes (cup, plate, cutlery ...) big enough to fit in some groceries. You take it with you to your room. I can't imagine a better place. Thank you so much to Benjamin, Jenny and Wilan to make my stay so very special. If I ever come back to Rapa Nui it will be a pleasure to stay with you again.

Stayed in March 2024

Lack of communication before check in meant I didn't know about tours until I had already booked elsewhere. I didn't get a transfer from the airport confirmation so walked to the hostel myself even after giving my flight details. They need to reply to messages via Booking.com. The kitchen desperately needs a microwave.

The manager Benjamin was wonderful. The place was clean and spotless. The kitchen was clean and lots of space. Walkable distance from the town and shops. They provide tours. The other people staying were great too. Benjamin was happy to give me ride if needed when it was raining. He even took me to the crater which was extremely appreciated. The dormitory has its own bathroom.

Stayed in March 2024

Nothing actually

The owner of the hostel was super friendly and helpfull! Rooms are good and comfy.

Stayed in April 2024

The only minus was that the wifi was not working on the whole property

Benjamin and all of the administration were super helpful and caring, and with Easter Island being very expensive, they do have the cheapest prices for all the tours and things to do which was a huge plus. The rooms were clean and there were enough bathrooms/showers, and everyone was given their own set of utencils etc so you always knew you wouldn't have to wash someone elses things to be able to cook food. The athmosphere was lovely and the public spaces were comfortable as well. As a solo traveller this was a 10/10 place in every aspect - will definitely want to book my next trip to Rapa Nui already!

Stayed in March 2024

Simple, Clean camping cabin with bathroom. Has kitchen facilities. Very good and attentive host. Excellent value excursions and taxi rides. Free airport shuttle. You can book the traditional show through him..

Stayed in March 2024

Situated in a beautiful garden setting with all the necessary amenities. The owner Benjamin is so helpful and gives his all to make your stay as perfect as possible.

Stayed in February 2024

Not dislike

It offered many toilets, showers and kitchens, and outside chairs and sleeping couches, very cozy, comfrotable and cooking and family friendly. The host offered us free shuttle to and from airport, greeting with flowers and seeing off with little Rapa Nui wood statues. When he learnt that we will miss opportunity to do tours due to our travel tiredness, he even drove us to some of the scenary spots personally. Very attentive and helpful.

Stayed in January 2024

It will take you about ten minutes to walk to the waterfront. Which of course is nothing but feels a bit long in the very tiny town of Hanga Roa.

A great spot. Well planed out and very well taken care of. It was kept immaculately clean and the facilities allowed for travelers in everything from tents to bunk beds and private rooms. This makes it a great place to meet travelers and socialize. The owners are very helpful and since I was there at a time with relatively few other guests I almost felt like part of the family.

Stayed in January 2024

Nice garden, spacious. The owner is super helpful. Walking distance (10 minutes) from the town.

Stayed in December 2023

Really good located and a nice host

Stayed in December 2023

In the morning there is quite a lot of noise from dogs and roosters, not that it disturbed us (that’s what you have when you are surrounded by nature)

Super clean, hot showers with good pressure, Benjamin was super super friendly and made us feel at home. Tours were good (with great guides) and much cheaper than on the rest of the island. Around 10-15 min walk to the town where you have everything

Stayed in December 2023

A bit outside of the center

Very welcoming and helpful staff (they cooked an amazing , free dinner for us and other guests when we arrived), well equipped kitchen, very clean

Stayed in December 2023

Absolutely nothing!

I loved the place in general but the staff was particularly great! Benjamin was always there to offer the guests the best deals in the Island. He made everything easy for us!

Stayed in November 2023

Benjamin is the best host! He welcomed us with a flower garland at the airport (free airport pick up and drop off). Also he organised tours of the island himself for competitive price and also helped with renting a scooter. First day Benjamin prepared delicious Remo Remo fishes for all guests. We felt more like a family members than as guests. Lots of small details thought out to make travelers feel comfortable. Everything was clean, good equipped kitchen, hot showers 24/7 :). We had very nice room and comfortable bed. Highly recommended this place, we spent great time here. Thank you 🫶

Stayed in November 2023

Nothing

Scrupulously clean and generously hosted by Benjamin and his family! Welcoming hostel with excellent facilities.

Stayed in November 2023

WiFi is quite slow but that is an issue on the whole island. On the other hand, enjoying the disconnected days 😁✌️

Super friendly host Benjamin, supportive in organizing tours with a lower price point than on the market. The accomodation itself is nice and has all you'd need.

Stayed in November 2023

Nice hotel. The owner has lots of hospitality. They may offer tour as well, which is cheaper than the city. Clean kitchen.

Stayed in October 2023