Everything was super cool !!! Nice atmosphere, great hosts! Huge Thanks for hosting me 🤩

Stayed in August 2025

Very unstable wifi I knew my twin room has no toilet and shared shower before booking but still chose to stay because of high rate and I couldn't find other hotels that fits my expectations. My booking was last minute. Now I know that I prefer a room with toilet and shower together because walking to toilet in the middle of the night was not my cup of tea. Shower cubicle didn't have any shelf to put shampoo and all and hooks at the door was not enough to hang clothes and towel. No rubbish bin in room Take your map with you on the first day out to town centre and back to hostel just in case you get lost. Lack of signage on the street. We went out when we had day light and came back late after dark. Benjamin explained well about how to come back from town using map but I didn't have a map with me and it was so confusing when it was dark. I talked to another hostel guest that he also got lost on the first day. I read reviews that Benjamin organises cheaper tour than outside but he said staffs were all on holidays. Check with hostel before you go if you expected that.

Clean toilet and kitchen Close to airport Warm water and good pressure

Stayed in July 2025

Pretty expensive for a hostel but this is expected on the island I guess.

Beautiful quiet hostel with a great vibe, spacious living space and a large kitchen. Well run hostel and the owner gives good discounted prices on most tours and activities. Had a great stay here and met some cool people.

Stayed in April 2025

Just a suggestion - not requested or expected: The walk to the main centre is just 10 minutes, but it would be nice to have a lift if possible, especially when the sun is high or when it gets dark at night.

Complimentary transport from and to the airport. The shared kitchen has everything you need. Super clean. The staff is exceptionally friendly and supportive when organising trips and other activities. High value for money. Plenty of options for accommodation type and budget (we chose a private room with a private bathroom).

Stayed in April 2025

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Tranquility and cleanness, free access (for all guests) to the very spacious and well equipped kitchen, and last but not least, owner and host Beni who will help you with any problem or doubt you may have. He provides free transportation from and to the airport, and will give you information about tours, shops, places worth visiting, etc. He truly cares about all his guests so they feel comfortable and safe during their stay at his place (ie.home).

Stayed in April 2025

The WiFi was very slow or almost nonexistent during my stay, which made it difficult to stay connected. It’s about a 10-20 minute walk to the beaches — not a huge issue since the town is small and easy to explore on foot. The roosters were quite noisy in the mornings, but that seems to be common across Rapa Nui, so it’s more of a local charm than a fault of the stay itself.

The host family is wonderful — they’re friendly, welcoming, and always ready to help whenever they can. They call the hostel "Home" from the start, and it truly feels that way. There’s a beautiful lawn right in front of my room, adding to the cozy atmosphere, and the shared kitchen with two stoves makes cooking easy and convenient. It’s a warm, comfortable place that really lives up to its name.

Stayed in March 2025

The utensils are plastic plate and cup which may not be suitable for hot water.

Very near the airport but not too near the town though walkable, Rapa Nui is not big. Big kitchen with many stoves, and you will be given a utensils box. Many toilets as well. The tour package offered is cheaper and operated by the owner Benjamin.

Stayed in January 2025

The facilities were great, room is great, and all clean. But most of all - the host Benjamin did my stay so much better! He care about everyone, help, talks alot of languages and has a amazing attitude for travellers. Highly recommend

Stayed in December 2024

Roosters start making noise from dawn everyday, but that's everywhere in this island. Lol

The hostel owner was super nice and friendly. He also provided small group tours which were cheaper than what you can find online. Beautiful facility with tons of nature. Great location, walking distance to the airport and downtown.

Stayed in December 2024

The hostel was booked out by a large Chilean group, which was great for the first four nights because I got upgraded from a dorm room into a twin room on my own. On the final night a man was moved into my room, as a young single female on my own it didn’t feel very safe to be on my own with a strange man in a twin room and therefore I struggled to relax/sleep (another woman wouldn’t have been an issue). It didn’t ruin my stay at all, I loved it. Just some feedback for the owners if a situation like this comes up again :)

I loved my stay here the whole site was stunning, with a beautiful green space, lovely plants etc. There is a small bar, a great kitchen, and plenty of bathrooms. It’s a small walk to the town, but no more than 10 minutes. The owners really do treat you like family, one night they even gave me home-cooked fresh banana bread. The airport pick-up and drop off is really handy too.

Stayed in November 2024

Nothing to complain

The owner Benjamin and his family are amazing hosts, they go all the way and beyond to make you feel at „home“ and have a great experience. The tours which Benjamin offer are excellent and for a good price.

Stayed in November 2024

Nothing

Claim and relax environment with a large garden and two kitchens. Facilities can support you to cook. Owner Benjamin is the guide and you can join his tours at lower price.

Stayed in October 2024

Nothing.

Hostal Tipanie was the perfect stay for us on Easter Island. Benjamin the owner picked us up from the airport and transferred us back. His full day tour was a great way to see all the main points of the island. The hostal was clean and felt like we were at home with a family atmosphere. Benjamin provided us a fresh fish BBQ on the night we arrived which was an added bonus. 10/10 recommend this place for anyone looking for comfortable friendly atmosphere on the island. Thank you Benjamin from Canada !!

Stayed in October 2024

Everything was great

Benjamin was a great host. We had a clean room and kitchen to use.

Stayed in October 2024

In general, we are happy while staying here and signed up all activities offered by Benjamin, including 1-day tour, cave exploring, sunrise, scuba diving, horse riding and Kari Kari show. It would be nice if the kitchen can provide salt or cooking oil for guests.

Benjamin is very friendly and organized good tours and activities for tourists.

Stayed in October 2024

the noisy cock haha

The room was nice, clean, with hot shower. There're 2 kitchens, so never be so crowded. The host was super nice! He picked us up at the airport and provided us the tour too! We purchased water in the hostel, which is cheaper than outside!

Stayed in October 2024

This is not a complaint, but just to mention that you shouldn’t expect great WiFi connection here — after all, you are on an island!

Benjamin is such a lovely host, he was friendly and welcoming and really shared with his guests about his island and culture. He was also very helpful with organising tours and excursions, so although I arrived in Rapa Nui with no plans I felt that I was able to do everything I had hoped for and more! The facilities are kept very clean and tidy, all the rooms are cleaned everyday. No complaints!

Stayed in September 2024

Considering it is a hostel, the quality and cleanliness of the facilities, the organization of the hosts and the atmosphere of the place exceeded my expectations. Benjamin is always available to pick you up from and take you to the airport, offer tours and rides and tell great stories while relaxing with friends and other guests by the barbecue or in the kitchen. I went to the island without having previously booked any tours and I was extremely satisfied with the service provided by Benja in this regard - a full day tour to the island's attractions, a typical dance show at night and recommendations for diving. I had a great time!

Stayed in August 2024

Nothing. Everything was great!

The place was beautiful, well kept and maintained, friendly staff, offered tours(we didn’t know that until we got there, would have definitely used them If we knew) Very calming and relaxing stay! Area around stay was walkable, I think all the roads would eventually take you back home

Stayed in June 2024

You may encounter cockroaches, but they get an exterminator periodically, and even the cockroaches are polite that they don’t come inside of your room lol

Everything. Benjamin and his family go above and beyond, their hospitality is unbelievable. I felt I was at home while staying there. Maururu!!!

Stayed in May 2024

The wifi is terrible, but what do you expect on the island? That said, it can be stressful when you're trying to check in to flights or book your next location!

The convenient location includes free pick-up/drop-off with the airport minutes away. The kitchen was large and had everything you need to cook for yourself. You also get your own personal box of kitchenware! The magic of the island exists in this hostel. I met such wonderful people here. Rapa Nui can be dizzyingly expensive, but what you get for the price of this accommodation is unbelievable.

Stayed in February 2024

A slight walking distance to the main stretch of Hanga Roa. Chickens crowing every now and then, but I guess it’s the same everywhere in Easter Island, and it adds to its charm.

Location nearby the airport. About 15 mins walk to the main stretch of Hanga Roa. Cosy place with common kitchen and dining areas to meet up other fellow travellers and chat! Great vibes.

Stayed in April 2024

Cleanliness, a pleasant environment, and an exceptionally careful and attentive host

Stayed in March 2024

Nothing!

Super clean and spacious kitchen to cook . Hot water nice shower . Cute cats around . Benjamin is super nice and helpful . Recommand !

Stayed in April 2024