The Lodge has similiar vibes of the old Tam O Shanter at Mission Beach Australia: ie an isolated unusually pleasant and comfortable resort . Management seems non existent yet the place runs smoothly.Conversley many of the waiterstaff are on the ball tourism graduates from Santiago and the young mostly indigenous guides are intensley proud of their inheritance. All are eager... More

I've been reading other reviews to know what's already been covered and I have to agree most wholeheartedly with the note that you should know what the culture of explora is meant to be. You should know what you're "getting into" before you go, because embracing it fully will give you the most quality experience. For me, it was exactly... More

Really enjoyed my 3 night stay in a Raa suite at explora Rapa Nui recently. The decor in the suite is simple which highlights the large panes of windows offering superb views of the ocean. On the other hand, I didn't care for the unfinished concrete walls in the main room. Being an eco-friendly property, bottled water is discouraged and... More

I loved staying at the Explora on Easter Island. I felt at home from the moment we arrived. They really set everything up so that you can take advantage of everything they have to offer and everyone that worked there was exceptionally friendly. From the bartenders to the guides, they were all fantastic.

The hotel was designed to blend with the environment using natural wood, glass and volcanic stone. It is not only attractive but very comfortable in all the common areas and bedrooms. The kitchen is an open kitchen and you can watch the chefs prepare outstanding recipes. You can take notes to recreate a dish at home or ask them for... More

We recently returned from 3 nights and 4 days at the Explora on Rapa Nui. We had a wonderful time. The resort building itself is architecturally very interesting, mostly concrete and glass construction. The rooms are a generous size and quite comfortable without being over the top. Having visited the town there is little missed by the fact that the... More

We had wondered if 10 days on Rapa Nui would be too much, but to quote Mae West "Too much of a good thing is wonderful!" We loved this island and this hotel. Our room was spacious with a fabulous shower. Three course meals for lunch and dinner were delicious, but not high in calories. Fish was available at almost... More

There are some problems at Explora Rapa Nui, but not insurmountable ones. As to the hotel itself, it is very nice and about as good as it can get on a tiny island that is 2500 miles from the closest populated area. Almost everything has to be flown in on a 5+hour flight and that must temper any criticism I... More

We stayed at explora Rapa Nui for 3 nights, and because of an early arrival and a very late departure (to Tahiti) we had 3 1/2 days on Easter Island. Two nights would have been just the right amount of time but explora has a 3 night minimum so I'm suggesting that you stay at the Hangaroa eco lodge instead.... More