This boutique property on Aitutaki Island has an intimate atmosphere with just ten, Polynesian-style villas. Nestled between the hill and the lagoon, the hotel has been carefully designed so that every bungalow enjoys views through the tropical gardens and past the pool to the turquoise lagoon beyond.
The villas feature thatched roofs, large, covered verandas, hardwood floors, teak furniture, and marble-tiled bathrooms that open out into your own private garden with outdoor shower. The large beds face the lagoon, and the villas have both fans and air conditioning.
Although there is no restaurant on site, breakfast is served by the pool and the villas each have a kitchenette which allows you to cook for yourself should you wish. There are caf茅s and restaurants within walking distance and your hosts will be able to arrange dinner or Polynesian-themed 'island nights' with a traditional buffet and entertainment at one of the nearby resorts or restaurants.
There鈥檚 an honesty bar by the pool and complimentary snorkels, kayaks, stand-up paddleboards and bicycles to explore the island and its lagoon.
OUR OPINION:
We love Etu Moana鈥檚 intimate atmosphere and thatched, Polynesian-style villas which overlook white sands and a turquoise lagoon. It鈥檚 an enviable base away from the large resorts.
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Rooms
The hotel鈥檚 ten spacious villas are built in traditional Polynesian style with thatched roofs, high, vaulted ceilings and large windows that ensure a cooling breeze at the height of the day. The villas are spaced across the gardens and fitted with oak floors, a kitchenette, and have large verandas with a daybed overlooking the gardens. All have ceiling fans and air conditioning, Wi-Fi and an entertainment system, while the marble-tiled bathrooms have indoor and outdoor showers.
Location
Set in lush gardens facing Aitutaki Island鈥檚 outer lagoon and the sea, Etu Moana offers the tropical island location of your daydreams. You can walk along the fine, sandy beach to caf茅s and restaurants, see tropical fish, sea cucumbers and starfish in the lagoon, and swim or snorkel in the lagoon at high tide, or in the nearby swimming hole at other times.
Food and drink
A buffet breakfast of fresh, seasonal fruit, cereal, cheese, eggs, waffles and coconut is served by the pool or you can take it back to your veranda instead. Although there鈥檚 no restaurant on site, the hotel has an honesty bar, and each villa has its own kitchenette with a shared oven and microwave by the pool. You can also walk to a variety of caf茅s and restaurants within ten minutes.
Families
Etu Moana does not accept guests under the age of 16.
Facilities and activities
The hotel provides complimentary kayaks, snorkels, stand-up paddleboards and reef shoes so you can explore the lagoon. Although the lagoon is too shallow to swim in at low tide, there is a deeper swimming hole by the beach so you can swim all day in the sea or the hotel pool. You can also borrow mountain bikes to explore the island, or have a massage on your veranda.
Tour ideas in Aitutaki
Our itineraries are there to spark ideas for how you could include a stay at Etu Moana Boutique Beach Villas as part of your trip. Treat them simply as suggestions, because every aspect of the trip we create for you will be yours to define.
Alternative places to stay nearby
Where possible, we like to offer a range of accommodation for each stop of your trip, chosen by our specialists as some of their favorite places to stay. To help you make the right choice, we give each property a rating based on its facilities and service, but we also look for hotels with distinct character or a location that can't be bettered.
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Experiences while staying here
The following activities are designed to give you the most authentic experiences of the area where you're staying. We work with local guides, who use their knowledge and often a resident's eye to show you the main sights and more out-of-the-way attractions. Our specialists can also suggest outdoor pursuits and activities, such as cooking classes, that will introduce you to the traditions of the area's inhabitants.
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Full Day Lagoon Cruise ![Lagoon cruise, Aitutaki]()
Full Day Lagoon Cruise
Full Day Lagoon Cruise
Enjoy a full day's cruise around Aitutaki's stunning lagoon.
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