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1. Boutique Hotel Kon Tiki Tahiti

Boutique Hotel Kon Tiki Tahiti
3.0 star property
Papeete
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,137 reviews)
"Ideal location near ferry terminal"
United States
Vassil
The price is AU$392
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Boutique Hotel Kon Tiki Tahiti

2. Maitai Express Tahiti

Maitai Express Tahiti
2.0 star property
Papeete
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (482 reviews)
"Excellent place to stay."
Canada
Michael
The price is AU$390
includes taxes & fees
7 Aug - 8 Aug
Maitai Express Tahiti

3. Hotel Tahiti Nui

Hotel Tahiti Nui
Papeete
7.6 out of 10, Good, (638 reviews)
"Place is very clean and staff are great. The hotel is quite tired and could do with a makeover. Good central spot to explore from."
Australia
Anne
The price is AU$346
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Hotel Tahiti Nui

4. Hotel Sarah Nui

Hotel Sarah Nui
Papeete
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Always great here"
United States
Sergio
The price is AU$207
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
Hotel Sarah Nui

5. Hotel Reva Tahiti

Hotel Reva Tahiti
Papeete
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (12 reviews)
"Great location and very clean new hotel - would recommend."
United States
Vicki
The price is AU$430
includes taxes & fees
20 Aug - 21 Aug
Hotel Reva Tahiti

6. TEA TAHITI Holidays

TEA TAHITI Holidays
Papeete
7.8 out of 10, Good, (104 reviews)
"This place is in a great location, walking distance to the market and ferry. It’s a little tricky to find and not a typical hotel. There are 4 or 5 large rooms/ units with large beds, large bathroom and small kitchenette. The staff was friendly and helpful"
United States
katie
The price is AU$201
includes taxes & fees
7 Aug - 8 Aug
TEA TAHITI Holidays

7. Prestige Lodging Papeete

Prestige Lodging Papeete
Papeete
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (5 reviews)
"My wife and I stayed here for a week. The hosts were super nice and responsive. The place is clean. It was convenient to have a washer in the unit. We loved our stay and would stay here again!"
United States
Alfred L.
The price is AU$295
includes taxes & fees
6 Aug - 7 Aug
Prestige Lodging Papeete

8. Studio calme proche centre-ville, ferry & aéroport

Studio calme proche centre-ville, ferry & aéroport
Papeete
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (31 reviews)
"Really good location but I definitely recommend a car if you want to visit the beach"
Canada
Andrea
The price is AU$256
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
Studio calme proche centre-ville, ferry & aéroport

9. Beautiful apartment ideally located in the capital city of Papeete!

Beautiful apartment ideally located in the capital city of Papeete!
Papeete
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (15 reviews)
"The Condo was very clean and close to ferry and airport"
United States
Kathleen B.
The price is AU$473
includes taxes & fees
15 Aug - 16 Aug
Beautiful apartment ideally located in the capital city of Papeete!

10. Beautiful and cozy studio in Papeete across of Paofai park

Beautiful and cozy studio in Papeete across of Paofai park
Papeete
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"Very clean studio. Also seems fairly newly refurbished, looks great. The host also helped arranging a taxi pickup when I left to go to the airport"
United States
Lieven F
The price is AU$333
includes taxes & fees
15 Aug - 16 Aug
Beautiful and cozy studio in Papeete across of Paofai park

11. Polynesian Cabins by Kon Tiki

Polynesian Cabins by Kon Tiki
Papeete
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (345 reviews)
"Our time and experience at this hotel was spectacularly amazing"
United States
Barbara
The price is AU$188
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Polynesian Cabins by Kon Tiki

12. Room 2 - Bed and breakfast in an apartment, 2 min. walk from the ferry dock

Room 2 - Bed and breakfast in an apartment, 2 min. walk from the ferry dock
Papeete
6.6 out of 10, (4 reviews)
"The property is what I expected from the host description. Arrival instructions were very clear.Location is quite good for downtown.Everything was clean and tidy. "
Canada
Rudy K.
The price is AU$202
includes taxes & fees
20 Aug - 21 Aug
Room 2 - Bed and breakfast in an apartment, 2 min. walk from the ferry dock

13. Apartment Papeete-Airport, Parking, wifi, AC,Pool

Apartment Papeete-Airport, Parking, wifi, AC,Pool
Papeete
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (4 reviews)
"Is Ok"
United States
Jesus M
The price is AU$268
includes taxes & fees
19 Aug - 20 Aug
Apartment Papeete-Airport, Parking, wifi, AC,Pool

14. Kaili Ocean view Luxury 2BR AC throughout Fiber Wifi & Pool close City & Airport

Kaili Ocean view Luxury 2BR AC throughout Fiber Wifi & Pool close City & Airport
Papeete
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (17 reviews)
"They were so lovely to work with!! Super helpful with how to get to their location, offering insight as a local. Then place was perfect I wish we could have stayed longer!"
Canada
Elise
The price is AU$422
includes taxes & fees
19 Aug - 20 Aug
Kaili Ocean view Luxury 2BR AC throughout Fiber Wifi & Pool close City & Airport

15. ROOM 1 - ROOM in apartment, 2 min. walk from ferry dock

ROOM 1 - ROOM in apartment, 2 min. walk from ferry dock
Papeete
5.4 out of 10, (3 reviews)
"Everything was horrible!!! Cab driver couldn't find the address... he Googles Gooogle Maps, called 2 people from his company.... you have NO PHONE NUMBER to call for these emergencies!! We didn't get there as no one knew where to go... why? NO PHONE NUMBER!! Never again!! I have to pay for something I've never used."
United States
Kelly
The price is AU$182
includes taxes & fees
12 Aug - 13 Aug
ROOM 1 - ROOM in apartment, 2 min. walk from ferry dock

16. Tunui City Apartment - Quiet & Pool

Tunui City Apartment - Quiet & Pool
Papeete
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"Excellent value, very clean and convenient location. Only downsides were some ants in the kitchen and the AC doesn’t get very cold. Otherwise a great place to stay for a layover in Tahiti. Extremely easy to get to Papeete and do an east coast drive. Area felt very safe, but it’s a bit of a hike to Papeete, so I’d suggest a rental vehicle. "
Canada
Michael
The price is AU$283
includes taxes & fees
6 Aug - 7 Aug
Tunui City Apartment - Quiet & Pool

17. TAHITI - Maruka City & Taaone Appartement

TAHITI - Maruka City & Taaone Appartement
Papeete
The price is AU$262
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
TAHITI - Maruka City & Taaone Appartement

18. Lodge Ferry Papeete

Lodge Ferry Papeete
papeete
2.0 out of 10, (1 review)
"NO WATER IN THE EVENING AND THE NIGHT!!!"
United States
Stephane R.
The price is AU$205
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Lodge Ferry Papeete

19. Cozy 1-bedroom studio in peaceful Papeete with AC

Cozy 1-bedroom studio in peaceful Papeete with AC
Papeete
The price is AU$290
includes taxes & fees
6 Aug - 7 Aug
Cozy 1-bedroom studio in peaceful Papeete with AC

20. 3-bedroom apartment sleeps 9, 2-minute walk from ferry dock

3-bedroom apartment sleeps 9, 2-minute walk from ferry dock
Papeete
6.4 out of 10, (7 reviews)
"Great communication, easy to find, close to ferry dock"
United States
Carrie R.
The price is AU$638
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
3-bedroom apartment sleeps 9, 2-minute walk from ferry dock
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Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Papeete?
If you can't find a motel in Papeete, consider some of the motels we suggest around the area or let Expedia help you find something similar from more than 104 hotels and other lodging options. Simply use our search tools to filter by nightly room rate or money-saving amenities such as free breakfast and free airport transport.
What is a motel?
At most motels, you'll often find free parking and an outdoor pool. When you stay at a motel, you'll usually access your room directly from the car park. Introduced in the early 1950s, eye-catching neon signs enticed road-weary travellers, and you can see these today along the historic US Route 66.
What are the best motels in Papeete?
Here are some more economical accommodations to book in Papeete. Boutique Hotel Kon Tiki Tahiti - Hotel Hotel Reva Tahiti - Hotel Maitai Express Tahiti - Hotel Hotel Tahiti Nui - Hotel Hotel Sarah Nui - Hotel
What can I do in Papeete?
Visitors like Papeete for its shops and waterfront. As you're sightseeing around the area, make sure that you enjoy all there is to see and do. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Jardins de Paofai, Parc Bougainville and Place Jacques Chirac. During your trip, here are some other places to visit: Papeete Town Hall, Papeete Market and Port de Papeete.
What's the weather like in Papeete?
Weather can make or break a road trip, so here's some data about year-round temperatures in Papeete to help you plan yours: The hottest months are usually March and February, with an average temperature of 26°C, while the coldest months are August and September, with an average of 24°C. The rainiest months in Papeete are January, February, December and March, with each month seeing an average of 321 mm of rainfall.
What are my options for getting around Papeete while staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about local transportation options in Papeete to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Papeete (PPT-Tahiti Faaa Intl.), which is located 3.3 mi (5.3 km) away from the heart of the city. You can also search for flights into Moorea (MOZ-Temae), which is 13.5 mi (21.7 km) away. If you'd like to explore around the area, consider renting a car to explore more sights.

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