Hotel Ohana Rapa Nui

The Ohana is a gorgeous boutique hotel with only 8 rooms. It is situated around a really beautiful pool area with loungers and very well planted and immaculately maintained gardens. Pablo mentioned that they have their own mango trees, not in season when we were there. We were picked up at the airport and greeted in the hotel with some fresh mango juice. The rooms are spacious and over look the pool and garden area. They have a large walk in shower and everything is spotless, modern and operational. There is a functional air conditioning unit. However the hairdryer was like a child’s toy, so if you need a bit of serious drying/styling bring your own. The bed linen was a soft, crisp cotton with duvet if required. Breakfast is buffet style with your choice of eggs cooked to order. They served delicious fresh pineapple juice o local “wild” cherry, a new one on me. I had to try it of course. Other offerings included cold meats, cheese, fresh pineapple and orange. As well as home made cakes, viennoiserie and toast with lots of local fruit jams and spreads. Coffee was in a hot flask with tea available. The addition of a “Nespresso” style machine would really make a big difference if you are a coffee lover. The staff go out of their way to be helpful and are always so kind and helpful. On our first day we couldn’t get a taxi to take us to the waterfront so Pablo very kindly gave us a ride. There are 2 banks in Hanga Roa always handy to have cash for taxis or if the local internet connection goes down you can’t use credit cards (this can be for 4 or 5 hours at a time) and very common. The only drawback for the hotel is its location, a good 30 to 40 minute walk from the water front and associated restaurants. We a time times struggled to get a taxi (What’s App down) or simply no drivers available. The owner of the restaurant on the sunset beach very kindly had to give us a lift back after a meal. To improve service for guests a staff member/driver would really make a positive impact for guests as there was no evening meal service. Overall a beautiful hotel and great staff, but do think about taxis/walk when you go out in the evening.