Hanga Roa

Travel Guide

Anakena Beach featuring a sandy beach as well as a small group of people
Anakena Beach showing a sandy beach
Ahu Akivi showing heritage elements and a statue or sculpture
Ranu Kau showing wetlands
Ahu Tongariki featuring heritage elements and a statue or sculpture

Experience the markets, museums and bustle of the island’s principal town and see the mysterious ceremonial sites and volcanic wonders on its outskirts.

As the main settlement on Easter Island, Hanga Roa is fairly developed encompassing hotels, restaurants and shops. The town has a large harbor that acts as a hub for local fishermen as well as lots of colorful buildings. Browse the boutiques and cafés of Atamu Tekena Avenue and peruse traditional items at the Mercado Artesanal Municipal.

More than 3,000 inhabitants now live in Hanga Roa, making up the vast majority of the island’s population. The local culture blends Polynesian and Chilean customs. Listen for both Spanish and Rapa Nui being spoken.

Look at historical relics, such as old fishing hooks and cooking utensils, in the Museum  Antropológico Padre Sebastián. Elsewhere in town, the Church of Hanga Roa houses intricate wooden sculptures.

Head to the Ahu Akivi spiritual site on the outskirts of town to view the world-famous moai statues, known for their disproportionately large heads. Here seven 16-foot (5-meter) tall stone figures stand in a row facing the sea. Venture to the Rano Raraku volcanic crater to examine unfinished sculptures, among them the tallest moai on the island.

Climb up the extinct Rano Kau volcano and admire the mesmerizing views of the ocean and the island from the peak. The crater has a rainwater lake and its own microclimate, which helps supports vegetation that doesn’t grow anywhere else on the island.

For a relaxing day out, bring the family to Anakena Beach. Its soft, white sand is a welcome change from the predominantly rocky coastline. Swim in the water and rent snorkeling gear and umbrellas.

Easter Island has a warm climate year-round, with cooler temperatures between May and September. Find internet, ATMs and other useful services in Hanga Roa.

Find Hanga Roa in the southwestern corner of the island between the extinct volcanoes of Terevaka and Rano Kau. Flying from Santiago de Chile will take about 6 hours.

Hanga Roa is the cultural hub of Easter Island and makes a great base from which to explore some of the world’s most fascinating sacred sites.

Tupa Hotel

Tupa Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Taniera Teave S/n, Hanga Roa, Easter Island
The price is ¥21,559 per night from Sep 12 to Sep 13
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Sep 12 - Sep 13
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Hanga Roa. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a free airport shuttle. Popular attractions Pea Swimming Pool and Pea Beach ...
Tupa Hotel
Hare Nua

Hare Nua

4 out of 5
Atamu Tekena, Hanga Roa, Easter Island
The price is ¥43,704 per night from Sep 5 to Sep 6
¥43,704
¥43,704 total
Sep 5 - Sep 6
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Hanga Roa. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
Hare Nua
Nayara Hangaroa

Nayara Hangaroa

5 out of 5
Av Pont S/n, Hanga Roa, Easter Island
The price is ¥103,191 per night from Sep 11 to Sep 12
¥103,191
¥103,191 total
Sep 11 - Sep 12
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Hanga Roa. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
Nayara Hangaroa
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Cabañas Henua Iti

Cabañas Henua Iti

2.5 out of 5
Puku Rangi Uka sn, Sector Piataro, Hanga Roa, Easter Island
Book a stay at this family-friendly cabin in Hanga Roa. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Puna Pau and Mercado Artesanal ...
Cabañas Henua Iti
Keihana Rapanui

Keihana Rapanui

3 out of 5
Tu'u Koihu, 1, Hanga Roa, Valparaíso
Stay at this 3-star cabin in Hanga Roa. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and dry cleaning or laundry services. Popular attractions Mercado Artesanal Municipal ...
Keihana Rapanui
Cabañas Te Maori

Cabañas Te Maori

3 out of 5
Te Pito o Te Henua, sin numero, Hanga Roa, Isla de Pascua
Stay at this 3-star cabin in Hanga Roa. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Mercado Artesanal Municipal and Pea Beach ...
Cabañas Te Maori
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