Where should I stay if I would like to be close to the airport?

If you would like to be just a short drive away from Fa'a'ā International Airport (PPT), opt for lodging in the eastern part of the city. Both Tahiti Airport Motel and the InterContinental Resort Tahiti are convenient choices that are less than a 5min drive from the airport.

Which area should I stay in if I’m travelling on a budget?

For those who are hoping to travel as affordably as possible, look for hotels in Papeete that are inland rather than on the coast, as these tend to be less expensive. Both Pic Rouge and Pater are neighbourhood options that have many hotel choices but are still within walking distance of the ocean.

Where should I stay to be within easy walking distance of several restaurants?

In order to be able to easily walk to several different restaurants, choose to stay in a hotel in the neighbourhood of Taunoa, such as Le Royal Tahitien or the Fare D'hôtes Tutehau. From both of these options you will be able to walk to many restaurants in less than 15min, including popular establishments like Jojo Pizza, Restaurant Linda Papeete, and Feng Shui.

Where should I stay if I would like to be close to the ocean?

If you plan on spending the majority of your trip on the beach, you’ll want to stay in a neighbourhood next to the ocean, such as Taunoa or Patuto’a. Both Hotel Sarah Nui and the Tahiti Nui Hotel are convenient choices that will place you just a 5min walk from the waterfront.

How do I find a hotel in central Papeete?

After you launch a hotel search on KAYAK, you can refine your research by neighbourhood, which allows you to pick the central Papeete districts. You can also do a search using the city map to choose a specific location, like Papeete city centre

How can I find hotels near me?

Take a look at our extensive hotel map to find the best hotels near you.

Are there Papeete hotels with free parking?

There are many hotels in Papeete that offer both parking and free parking. Popular choices among KAYAK users include Hotel Sarah Nui, Hotel Tahiti Nui and Hotel Royal Tahitien.

16 Best Hotels in Papeete. Hotels from R1 438/night

These are the best prices for 17-18 Oct.

Hotel Sarah Nui

Papeete, Tahiti, French Polynesia

6.8Okay(2365)

Parking

Free Wi-Fi

Air conditioning

R1 735+

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Boutique Hôtel Kon Tiki Tahiti

Papeete, Tahiti, French Polynesia

8.5Very Good(1284)

Free Wi-Fi

Air conditioning

R7 316+

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Hotel Tahiti Nui

Papeete, Tahiti, French Polynesia

7.2Good(1616)

Parking

Free Wi-Fi

Pool

Air conditioning

R4 222+

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Maitai Express Tahiti

Papeete, Tahiti, French Polynesia

8.2Very Good(502)

Free Wi-Fi

Air conditioning

R6 282+

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Polynesian Cabins by Kon Tiki

Papeete, Tahiti, French Polynesia

8.5Very Good(1118)

Free Wi-Fi

Air conditioning

R2 126+

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Hotel Reva Tahiti

Papeete, Tahiti, French Polynesia

8.7Very Good(108)

Free Wi-Fi

Air conditioning

R5 017+

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Tea Tahiti Holidays

Papeete, Tahiti, French Polynesia

7.9Good(390)

Free Wi-Fi

Pool

Air conditioning

R2 310+

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Hilton Hotel Tahiti

Faaa, Tahiti, French Polynesia

8.1Very Good(1063)

Pool

Air conditioning

R9 390+

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Hotel Royal Tahitien

Pirae, Tahiti, French Polynesia

7.7Good(1044)

Parking

Free Wi-Fi

Pool

Air conditioning

R3 443+

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Maison Taina

Arue, Tahiti, French Polynesia

9.4Wonderful(46)

Parking

Free Wi-Fi

Pool

Air conditioning

R4 594+

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Mahina's Lodge

Arue, Tahiti, French Polynesia

9.3Wonderful(25)

Free Wi-Fi

Pool

Air conditioning

R4 197+

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Hotel Reva Tahiti

Papeete, Tahiti, French Polynesia

8.7Very Good(108)

Free Wi-Fi

Air conditioning

R5 017+

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Which month has the cheapest hotel rates in Papeete?

Hotels are cheapest in Papeete in March, with average rates of R5 553/night. In comparison, September is the most expensive month, with prices at R13 682/night.

What is the cheapest day of the week to book a hotel in Papeete?

Monday offers the lowest rates in Papeete, with an average nightly price of R6 425/night. The highest prices are found on Saturday, with average rates at R13 749/night.

How early should you book a accommodation in Papeete?

Book at least 14 days before your stay begins to get the best price for your Papeete accommodation.

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Low season	High season	Average price (weeknight)	Average price (weekend night)
March	September	R8 476	R11 717
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How long should you stay? KAYAK users usually book their accommodation in Papeete for 2 days.
If you plan on visiting other nearby islands during your stay in Papeete, look for hotels in the neighbourhood of Fare Ute such as Hotel Sarah Nui, an option that offers an airport shuttle and free parking. This district near the coast is where the local port and ferry services can be found. The Mahana Lodge is another chic and stylish choice that is just a 3min walk from the boats.
To stay in a particularly secluded and quiet area, keep your eyes out for a hotel in the neighbourhood of Residence Hamuta. Villa Aute is a popular choice with a lush garden and complimentary self-parking. Although easily accessible from the rest of the town, this neighbourhood is known for being primarily residential, meaning that it is calm and doesn’t have a lot of nightlife.
For those who are planning on visiting different monuments and museums during their trip, search for hotels in Papeete that are in Manuhō'ē, a neighbourhood less than a 10min walk from both the Monument aux Morts and the Robert Wan Pearl Museum. The Tara Tahiti Lodge will put you in the centre of this neighbourhood and has a terrace, air conditioning and free breakfast.
Hoping to explore some of the region’s luscious green spaces? Choose to stay somewhere close to Pā'ōfa'i Gardens, a well-landscaped park offering many types of trees, trails and fishponds to explore. If you stay at Mahana Lodge Hostel & Backpacker, you’ll have access to the hotel's library as well as free luggage storage.
To be in an area that has historic architecture and many unique buildings, select somewhere in Orovini such as the Hotel Tiare Tahiti, which offers rooms with balconies and has a charming on-site cafe. In this neighbourhood you will find a variety of cathedrals and temples that are open to the public.

Where should I stay if I would like to be close to the airport?
If you would like to be just a short drive away from Fa'a'ā International Airport (PPT), opt for lodging in the eastern part of the city. Both Tahiti Airport Motel and the InterContinental Resort Tahiti are convenient choices that are less than a 5min drive from the airport.
Which area should I stay in if I’m travelling on a budget?
For those who are hoping to travel as affordably as possible, look for hotels in Papeete that are inland rather than on the coast, as these tend to be less expensive. Both Pic Rouge and Pater are neighbourhood options that have many hotel choices but are still within walking distance of the ocean.
Where should I stay to be within easy walking distance of several restaurants?
In order to be able to easily walk to several different restaurants, choose to stay in a hotel in the neighbourhood of Taunoa, such as Le Royal Tahitien or the Fare D'hôtes Tutehau. From both of these options you will be able to walk to many restaurants in less than 15min, including popular establishments like Jojo Pizza, Restaurant Linda Papeete, and Feng Shui.
Where should I stay if I would like to be close to the ocean?
If you plan on spending the majority of your trip on the beach, you’ll want to stay in a neighbourhood next to the ocean, such as Taunoa or Patuto’a. Both Hotel Sarah Nui and the Tahiti Nui Hotel are convenient choices that will place you just a 5min walk from the waterfront.
How do I find a hotel in central Papeete?
After you launch a hotel search on KAYAK, you can refine your research by neighbourhood, which allows you to pick the central Papeete districts. You can also do a search using the city map to choose a specific location, like Papeete city centre
How can I find hotels near me?
Take a look at our extensive hotel map to find the best hotels near you.
Are there Papeete hotels with free parking?
There are many hotels in Papeete that offer both parking and free parking. Popular choices among KAYAK users include Hotel Sarah Nui, Hotel Tahiti Nui and Hotel Royal Tahitien.

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