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Explora Lodges • Easter Island, Chile

Explora Rapa Nui

South America's first LEED Gold-certified luxury eco-lodge perched on the tranquil southern slopes of Easter Island, featuring 30+ guided Moai explorations, Pacific sunrise ocean views, hydromassage bathtubs, and fresh Polynesian-influenced gastronomy.

📍 Sector Te Miro O'ne s/n, Easter Island (Rapa Nui)
5-Star All-Inclusive Eco-Lodge
15-Min Transfer from Mataveri Airport (IPC)
💎 Signature Travel Network Member

Exclusive Signature Privileges

Included with Vincent Vacations
  • Full Daily Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner for two daily featuring Pacific seafood
  • Open Bar with Premium Chilean Reserve Wines and artisanal craft cocktails
  • 30+ Guided Archaeological Explorations (hiking, biking, snorkeling, boat trips)
  • Complimentary 1-Hour Massage for 1 person (Signature Exclusive Amenity)
  • Roundtrip Airport Transfers from Mataveri International Airport (IPC) included
  • Outdoor Pool & Ocean-View Hot Tubs access for post-exploration relaxation
  • Priority Room Upgrade upon arrival subject to availability
  • Early Check-In & Late Checkout privileges subject to availability
Pacific Solitude • Posada de Mike Rapu

Polynesian Mysticism & Sustainable Luxury

Set upon one of the most remote and enigmatic inhabited landmasses on Earth, Explora Rapa Nui—affectionately named Posada de Mike Rapu—offers a transformative journey of archaeological wonder and tranquility on Easter Island. Perched on a serene hillside eight kilometers from the town of Hanga Roa, the lodge commands unobstructed views of rolling pastures and the crashing swells of the South Pacific Ocean, framed by the ancient volcanic caldera of Rano Raraku where the iconic Moai statues were sculpted.

As the first hotel in South America to be awarded LEED Gold certification, the property was constructed with reverence for the island's fragile heritage. The 30 ocean-facing suites and rooms are crafted from native volcanic stone, slate, and Rauli wood, intentionally designed without televisions to foster profound rest and awakening to awe-inspiring Pacific sunrises. Guided daily small-group excursions led by resident Rapa Nui naturalists reveal sacred ceremonial temples, subterranean lava caves, and the megalithic Moai of Ahu Tongariki.

Visual Journey

Lodge & Island Gallery

Ocean-Facing Sanctuaries

Suites & Accommodations

All 30 guest accommodations look directly out onto the Pacific Ocean, ensuring unforgettable sunrise vistas. Built with indigenous Rauli and Lenga wood, volcanic rock, and slate tile, each room includes a luxurious hydromassage bathtub.

Raa Suite at Explora Rapa Nui

Raa Suite

468 Sq. Ft. / 44 m² 1 King or 2 Twin Beds Max 3 Guests

The lodge's premier accommodation with four exclusive suites boasting commanding panoramic views across the Pacific Ocean, separate living salon, artisanal Rauli timber furnishings, and an en-suite bath with hydromassage tub.

Panoramic Ocean Views Hydromassage Tub Separate Living Salon Rauli Wood Finishes Safe & Wi-Fi
Varua Room at Explora Rapa Nui

Varua Room

341 Sq. Ft. / 32 m² 1 King or 2 Twin Beds Max 2 Guests

Intimate haven framed by large glass windows looking out to the rolling hillside and Pacific swells. Features handcrafted local wood furnishings, slate stone bathroom with hydromassage tub, and deep acoustic soundproofing.

Pacific Ocean View Hydromassage Soaking Tub Piedra Pizarra Stone Restorative Silence Safe & Wi-Fi
Pacific • Polynesian Gastronomy

Culinary Artistry at Posada de Mike Rapu

The lodge's dining room features a dramatic open glass kitchen where chefs prepare vibrant dishes combining fresh ocean catches from local fishermen with organic island produce and premium Chilean reserve vintages.

Restaurant Posada de Mike Rapu

Restaurant Posada de Mike Rapu

Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner

Oceanfront dining featuring line-caught yellowfin tuna, mahi-mahi, local lobster, sweet potatoes, and Polynesian ceviches paired with crisp Chilean Sauvignon Blanc and Carménère.

Explorer's Bar and Sunset Lounge

Explorer's Bar & Sunset Lounge

Open Daily • Cocktails • Wines

Convivial gathering lounge where travelers consult expedition maps with native guides, enjoy refreshing pisco sours, and watch the sun dip into the South Pacific horizon.

Island Exclusives

Unique Lodge Highlights

🗿 30+ Guided Moai Explorations

Explore iconic archaeological treasures with resident Rapa Nui guides, from Ahu Tongariki's 15 megaliths to Rano Raraku volcanic quarry and Orongo ceremonial village.

♻ LEED Gold Environmental Certification

South America's first LEED Gold hotel, engineered with solar thermal heating, sustainable architecture, zero single-use plastics, and native reforestation.

🏊 Ocean-View Pool & Jacuzzis

Relax after coastal hikes in heated outdoor swimming pools and open-air hydromassage hot tubs set on a hillside terrace overlooking the rolling Pacific surf.

🤿 Marine & Snorkeling Safaris

Dive or snorkel in some of the clearest, most transparent waters on Earth around the Motus islets, marveling at vibrant coral formations and endemic marine life.

Need to Know

Frequently Asked Questions

Vincent Vacations guests receive complete all-inclusive luxury accommodations, full daily breakfast, lunch, and dinner for two, open bar with premium Chilean reserve wines and spirits, over 30 guided daily small-group explorations (hiking, biking, snorkeling, boat tours), roundtrip scheduled transfers to/from Mataveri International Airport (IPC), plus a complimentary 1-hour massage for 1 person, priority room upgrades upon arrival (subject to availability), and early check-in/late checkout privileges.
Explora Rapa Nui offers over 30 distinct half-day and full-day explorations led by resident bilingual guides. Excursions explore iconic archaeological wonders including Ahu Tongariki (15 standing Moai), the Rano Raraku volcanic quarry, the ancient ceremonial cliff village of Orongo at Rano Kau crater, snorkeling in crystal-clear waters near the Motus islets, and mountain biking across volcanic plateaus.
Easter Island is accessed via regular commercial flights operated by LATAM Airlines departing from Santiago, Chile (SCL) to Mataveri International Airport (IPC). The flight duration is approximately 5.5 hours. Explora guides greet guests upon arrival at Mataveri Airport and provide complimentary scheduled transfers to the lodge (approx. 15 minutes).
Explora Rapa Nui was the first hotel in South America to earn prestigious LEED Gold certification (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design). The lodge incorporates solar thermal water heating, advanced water treatment and recycling systems, zero single-use plastics, and was built entirely from sustainable regional timber and stone to minimize its ecological footprint on this fragile island.
Easter Island enjoys a pleasant subtropical climate year-round with average temperatures between 68°F and 82°F (20°C to 28°C). The summer months (December to March) offer warm beach and snorkeling weather and host the famous Tapati Rapa Nui cultural festival in February. The shoulder seasons (April to November) bring cooler, breezy weather that is ideal for extensive hiking and exploring archaeological sites in complete serenity.