Kona Tau

Easter Island · Chile

Kona Tau

HostelPunk Score
72% TINY SAMPLE
Medium confidence 47 reviews
Best in Easter Island
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Facilities

🍳 COOKER 👕 Laundry 🅿️ Parking 🔥 BBQ 🌅 Outdoor Terrace
Other facilities (15)
Bicycle Parking Airport Transfers Luggage Storage 24 Hour Reception Tours/Travel Desk Internet Access Book Exchange Pool Table Linen Included Towels Included Security Lockers Free City Maps Free WiFi Free Airport Transfer Hot Showers

Worst reviews

USA FEMALE Mar 13, 2025 2.0/10

This place has a ton of potential with the understanding that it is hard to get resources on that island. I just feel that the ownership could have a little more pride. The first 2 night I had no hot water. There was no screens on the windows, no fan, no air-conditioning. The sheets were stained and dirty. The blanket stunk like dog. I guess you get what you pay for but other than that a beautiful place and tons of potential.

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China MALE Nov 24, 2024 2.0/10

入住的时候,前台没有人接待,之后安排我入住了。但酒店的Kona Tau女士回来后,告诉我没有床位了。酒店安排了一对老夫妻住进了,把我送到另外一家hostel入住。另外这家的位置靠近海边,客观的说,我很感谢他们帮我调整到挺好的hostel。但是在交接的过程中,Kona Tau女士完全没有任何的歉意,也没有做好两家店之间的付款交接。因为有部分预付款是平台收取了,我还需要付�...

Translated to English

At the time of my stay, there was no one in the front desk, and then Mrs. Kona Tau of the hotel arranged for me to stay in.But when Mrs. Kona Tau of the hotel came back, she told me there was no bed available.The hotel arranged for an elderly couple to stay in and took me to another hostel to stay in.Also, this one was located near the beach, and objectively, I was very grateful for their help in getting me into the hostel.But during the process of the transfer, Ms. Kona Tau made absolutely no a...

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Australia MALE 31-40 Jan 11, 2024 2.0/10

I wouldn’t recommend this place The receptionist Sam Was very rude with the check in process I arrived from the airport And rather then check me in Said he needs to pick people up from the airport and vanished for 30 minutes When he returned he then checked in the people from the airport before myself. At which point I had to leave for a show He was never at the desk for me to pay Eventually he Bursts into my room at 11pm - wakes me up asking for money - really weird

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South Korea MALE 25-30 Apr 14, 2023 2.0/10

Run away from this hostel. Seen cockroach and so many bugs. Says 4-bed but actually it is 5-bed. NO WIFI!! Host lies to take advantage of the guest. Had a flight at 16:30 but told me I have to go to the airport at 12pm with the other guests who had 14:30 flight.

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USA MALE 18-24 Mar 2, 2024 4.0/10

Hostel was pretty average. Not really a hostel just sort of an extension of their house. Nice family and people and all but didn’t speak English and were never really there to help when needed. Warm water for showers and room was comfy. Probably more worth your money for a hotel though to be honest

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France FEMALE 18-24 Feb 27, 2024 6.0/10

Hostel très bien placé sur l'île géré par une famille très gentille. Les chambres sont propres avec leur propre salle de bain. La gérante nous donne des conseils pour visiter l'île, très sympa ! Toutefois, c'est un peu bruyant et la cuisine partagée n'est très propre notamment les frigo...

Translated to English

Hostel very well located on the island run by a very nice family. the rooms are clean with their own bathroom. the manager gives us tips to visit the island, very nice ! however, it is a little noisy and the shared kitchen is very clean especially the fridge...

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England FEMALE Feb 7, 2024 6.0/10

maybe my expectations were too high for a hostel with such a good rating but I felt the standard of facilities was not so good and despite saying tours offered, they are not for English speakers.

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Australia FEMALE 25-30 Feb 25, 2025 8.0/10

Overall, this hostel was very basic, however it did the job and allowed me to explore the island from a decently central location for a decent price. I didn’t speak Spanish and the staff didn’t speak English, but were still trying to be very helpful. My shower didn’t have hot water, and there wasn’t much of a social vibe at the hostel, but I was able to meet people at the cultural dancing shows in town which was nice. Internet was very patchy, but this is the case across the island too.

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Israel MALE 18-24 Jun 2, 2024 8.0/10

overall had a nice stay. as it's basically one room, the atmosphere is really dependent on the people you're with, otherwise it's pretty non existent. Staff were incredibly nice, although it was hard actually finding them. Location is quite good, simple walking distance from the airport and pretty much anything else you might want to do in town.

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USA FEMALE 31-40 Dec 19, 2023 8.0/10

Samuel is super friendly/helpful - positive energy from the get-go. The hostel is spacious, the rooms are a nice size. I stayed in a 4 persons all female room. I really liked that the beds weren't bunk beds. The hostel has chickens running around, chicks too! Super cute!! The location is about 10-15 min walk away from the main road. The sense of community/security was really nice too.

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Recent reviews

USA FEMALE Mar 13, 2025 Atm 20%

This place has a ton of potential with the understanding that it is hard to get resources on that island. I just feel that the ownership could have a little more pride. The first 2 night I had no hot water. There was no screens on the windows, no fan, no air-conditioning. The sheets were stained and dirty. The blanket stunk like dog. I guess you get what you pay for but other than that a beautiful place and tons of potential.

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Australia FEMALE 25-30 Feb 25, 2025 Atm 80%

Overall, this hostel was very basic, however it did the job and allowed me to explore the island from a decently central location for a decent price. I didn’t speak Spanish and the staff didn’t speak English, but were still trying to be very helpful. My shower didn’t have hot water, and there wasn’t much of a social vibe at the hostel, but I was able to meet people at the cultural dancing shows in town which was nice. Internet was very patchy, but this is the case across the island too.

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China MALE Nov 24, 2024 Atm 40%

入住的时候,前台没有人接待,之后安排我入住了。但酒店的Kona Tau女士回来后,告诉我没有床位了。酒店安排了一对老夫妻住进了,把我送到另外一家hostel入住。另外这家的位置靠近海边,客观的说,我很感谢他们帮我调整到挺好的hostel。但是在交接的过程中,Kona Tau女士完全没有任何的歉意,也没有做好两家店之间的付款交接。因为有部分预付款是平台收取了,我还需要付�...

Translated to English

At the time of my stay, there was no one in the front desk, and then Mrs. Kona Tau of the hotel arranged for me to stay in.But when Mrs. Kona Tau of the hotel came back, she told me there was no bed available.The hotel arranged for an elderly couple to stay in and took me to another hostel to stay in.Also, this one was located near the beach, and objectively, I was very grateful for their help in getting me into the hostel.But during the process of the transfer, Ms. Kona Tau made absolutely no a...

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Chile MALE Jun 12, 2024 Atm 100%

Excelente lugar, ubicación y muy limpio.

Translated to English

Excellent location, location and very clean.

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England MALE 31-40 Jun 2, 2024 Atm 100%

Lovely place to stay with friendly and kind hosts! Beautiful sunrise views too.

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Israel MALE 18-24 Jun 2, 2024 Atm 60%

overall had a nice stay. as it's basically one room, the atmosphere is really dependent on the people you're with, otherwise it's pretty non existent. Staff were incredibly nice, although it was hard actually finding them. Location is quite good, simple walking distance from the airport and pretty much anything else you might want to do in town.

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Japan MALE 31-40 Apr 30, 2024 Atm 100%

この値段でイースター島に宿泊できることがありがたかったです! 宿でもツアーをやっていてどこよりも安くて充実していたのでツアーも合わせて行くことをオススメ!日替わりで1日ツアーと半日ツアーを開催しているので3泊以下と宿泊が少ない人は事前に申し込みをオススメ! 一つだけ気になったのは、生ゴミに虫がたかりまくって不衛生だったこと。 外にお�...

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I was so grateful to be able to stay on Easter Island at this price! I was also able to do a tour in a hostel and it was cheaper and more fulfilling than anywhere else so I recommend to go on the tour together! Since we are organizing a day tour and a half day tour in daylight savings, those with less than 3 nights and less accommodation recommend to book in advance! The only thing that bothered me was that the raw garbage was infested with insects and was not hygienic.

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England FEMALE 25-30 Mar 12, 2024 Atm 60%

Great stay

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France MALE 31-40 Mar 10, 2024 Atm 100%

Nicole et Nestor ont ete adorables! Ils ont rendu mon expérience incroyable! Ambiance +++ J’ai eu une chambre privée au lieu d’un dortoir 2 lits car personne n’était avec moi. J’ai pris les 2 tours (1 full day + 1/2 day) avec Nicole qui était une guide géniale! Elle connaît parfaitement son île étant une pure Rapa Nui! J’ai économisé beaucoup d’argent car ses prix sont très honnêtes comparé aux tours… ils m’ont en plus offert le transfert à Ahu Tongariki pour le le...

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Nicole and Nestor were adorable! they made my experience amazing! ambiance +++ i had a private room instead of a dorm 2 beds because no one was with me. i took the 2 tours (1 full day + 1/2 day) with Nicole who was a great guide! she knows her island perfectly being a pure Rapa Nui! i saved a lot of money because its prices are very honest compared to tours... they also offer the transfer to Ahu Tongariki for sunrise:) thank you!!!

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Canada FEMALE Mar 3, 2024 Atm 100%

Superb location - can walk from the airport to here (if you don't get lost!)! Lovely staff!

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USA MALE 18-24 Mar 2, 2024 Atm 20%

Hostel was pretty average. Not really a hostel just sort of an extension of their house. Nice family and people and all but didn’t speak English and were never really there to help when needed. Warm water for showers and room was comfy. Probably more worth your money for a hotel though to be honest

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France FEMALE 18-24 Feb 27, 2024 Atm 80%

Hostel très bien placé sur l'île géré par une famille très gentille. Les chambres sont propres avec leur propre salle de bain. La gérante nous donne des conseils pour visiter l'île, très sympa ! Toutefois, c'est un peu bruyant et la cuisine partagée n'est très propre notamment les frigo...

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Hostel very well located on the island run by a very nice family. the rooms are clean with their own bathroom. the manager gives us tips to visit the island, very nice ! however, it is a little noisy and the shared kitchen is very clean especially the fridge...

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England FEMALE Feb 7, 2024 Atm 40%

maybe my expectations were too high for a hostel with such a good rating but I felt the standard of facilities was not so good and despite saying tours offered, they are not for English speakers.

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Canada MALE 31-40 Jan 28, 2024 Atm 100%

Sami is an absolute legend. the most friendly and helpful person ever!

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Australia MALE 31-40 Jan 11, 2024 Atm 20%

I wouldn’t recommend this place The receptionist Sam Was very rude with the check in process I arrived from the airport And rather then check me in Said he needs to pick people up from the airport and vanished for 30 minutes When he returned he then checked in the people from the airport before myself. At which point I had to leave for a show He was never at the desk for me to pay Eventually he Bursts into my room at 11pm - wakes me up asking for money - really weird

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USA MALE 25-30 Dec 21, 2023 Atm 40%

Sami is great and welcoming, I missed him at the airport and walked to the hostel without realizing that he was there to pick up other guests who were checking in the same day. No biggie though as it wasn't communicated prior. Be aware that English-speaking tours are not offered every day (only Spanish) and the recommend tour agencies by the hostel were non-existent. Fortunately I was able to find one on my own. No atmosphere, only met one other traveler there and other guests were there for wor...

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USA MALE Dec 20, 2023 Atm 100%

It is a rustic hostel with some rustic issues, but super friendly and helpful staff. When there are enough guests, a shuttle service to/from the beach on the other side of the island at a low cost. Tours only offered in Spanish and only on certain days. To respond to previous comments, there IS wifi now. One-day laundry service for 5,000 pesos. Make sure you swim with sea turtles in town next to Pea restaurant. The cemetery and church service are must sees because of the extreme local flavor.

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USA FEMALE 31-40 Dec 19, 2023 Atm 100%

Samuel is super friendly/helpful - positive energy from the get-go. The hostel is spacious, the rooms are a nice size. I stayed in a 4 persons all female room. I really liked that the beds weren't bunk beds. The hostel has chickens running around, chicks too! Super cute!! The location is about 10-15 min walk away from the main road. The sense of community/security was really nice too.

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England MALE 25-30 Dec 7, 2023 Atm 100%

fantastic hostel full of kind helpful people. very cosy and comfortable

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Chile MALE Dec 7, 2023 Atm 100%

Sólo agradecimiento y buenos recuerdos!

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Just thanks and good memories!