Read up on the significance of Ahu Kote Riku to learn about the fascinating tales that inspired this well-known landmark.

You're spoiled for sightseeing choice when visiting Hanga Roa. Ahu Kote Riku is an ideal place to start here, but there are lots of other fine places to enjoy. Ahu Akivi, Ranu Kau, and Puna Pau are not far from the commemorative structure and will top off your day nicely.

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Tahai Loft

$2,062

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Jan 21 - Jan 23

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Santiago (SCL) to Hanga Roa (IPC)

19.2/10 Exceptional! (25 reviews)

Wonderful experience. Staff was helpful with all of our requests.

Reviewed on Oct 30, 2025

Hotel Hare Uta

$2,372

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Jan 21 - Jan 23

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Santiago (SCL) to Hanga Roa (IPC)

18.8/10 Exceptional! (144 reviews)

The hotel is in a quiet place. There is a free transfer from the airport and back. I liked the varied breakfast. The staff were very friendly.

Reviewed on Sep 5, 2025

Altiplanico Rapa Nui

$2,162

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Jan 21 - Jan 23

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Santiago (SCL) to Hanga Roa (IPC)

15.6/10 Exceptional! (63 reviews)

The hotel as described was clean and comfortable we had a great time, only thing to add is no Wi-Fi the room

Reviewed on May 9, 2025

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You may have noticed that some of the moai sport a red crown, known as a pukao. It's believed that these giant stones, which weigh up to 11 tons, may have represented a hair style or headdress popular among the natives. They were carved from an iron rich scoria stone at the Puna Pau quarry, rolled to their assigned moai, and then

Puna Pau

You can learn about the history of Hanga Roa with a visit to Puna Pau. You can seek out the local tours while in the area.

Ahu Akivi

Venture inland to this sanctified site, home to a row of monumental carved stone heads created in the 16th century by the Rapa Nui people.

Vinapu

Learn about the local history of Hanga Roa with a stop at Vinapu. You can seek out the local tours while in the area.

Ranu Kau

Climb to the top of this extinct volcano for spectacular views of the ocean and the rest of this picturesque island.

Ahu Vai Uri

Learn about the local history of Hanga Roa when you take a trip to Ahu Vai Uri. You can seek out the local tours while in the area.

Hanga Roa Anthropological Museum

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Hanga Roa Anthropological Museum during your travels in Hanga Roa. You can seek out the local tours while in the area.