hostels @ the easter islands

does anyone know any cheap or reasonable priced hostels or places to stay at while in the easter is.? i went to hostel.com but there was only one listing and it was $30 a night

It is expensive if you per-book or look for listings on the internet. However, there is plenty of reasonabled priced accommodation once you arrive, many locals who operate hotels and guesthouses arrive at Mataveri Airport to greet the tourists. Just ensure you have access to a kitchen as there are a couple of small supermarkets and a fruit/veg market in the main (only) town of Hanga Roa. Otherwise, restaurants are a bit pricey for very average meals.

Some info on Easter Island, aka Isla de Pascua, aka Rapa Nui.

Lan is the only airline that flies to Easter Island, with flights operating between Santiago and Tahiti. Airfares from Santiago to Easter Island and back costs approximately US$800 but book well in advance to pick up better deals.

If you are coming from Chile then keep a stash of Chilean Pesos, as that’s the official currency. The island has an ATM machine, and if that plays up, duck into the Banco del Estado, on Tu'u Maheke and they’ll give you a cash advance on your card.

A full day on the island will be enough to get all your tourist photos, but most travellers spend 3 to 5 days.
I would suggest looking around by yourself, rather than a tour. Rent a small car or jeep for 24 hours, costs about $60 and you can look around at your own speed. You need a full day to do the loop road of the island and checking out the statues along the way. The main roads are paved and there is relatively little traffic.

On your daytrip around the island, bring along water and some snacks too, as outside Hanga Roa there aren't any shops. Also absolutely must have sunblock and take hat and sunglasses.

Weather is Ok on Easter Island generally, but July/August, can have rain and chilly weather and some strong Antarctic winds. Summer temperatures are reasonable, just always have sunblock.

Good luck with your travels, Easter Island is a very unique place, I'm sure you'll be happy you've made the effort to get there.

hi mate,

check out the camping ground called CAMPING MIHINOA. they also have rooms and these were the cheapest we found on the island. they are very tidy and clean and come with a kitchen with everything you need. i think this might be the website www.mihinoa.com<BR><BR>enjoy the trip

bigun

Plenty of places in Hanga Roa are priced around $17US. I stayed at Hostal Tekana Inn. Not great but not bad i guess. You can sort all your accomodation out when you get to the airport. They are all waiting for you! Have a price in mind and stick to it. Hanga Roa is a 3 minute drive from the airport so if you are travelling light wander from there and take your chances!