True to its name, the Tahiti Airport Motel is a convenient and basic budget property that's located a few minutes' drive from the airport. Its setting up a small hill means some higher-level rooms have attractive views, but those walking from the airport may find hauling luggage difficult. The 46 rooms are certainly simple, but they're contemporary and cheerful, and are equipped with great air-conditioning, small flat-screen TVs (with no English-language channels), kettles, and floor-to-ceiling windows. Unfortunately, no bottled water is provided, and poor soundproofing means noise issues from late-night arrivals and crowing roosters nearby. Free breakfasts are sufficient, and the free property-wide Wi-Fi is fast. There's little of interest within walking distance, but this is a good pick for overnight travelers needing to be close to the airport.
True to its name, the Tahiti Airport Motel is a convenient and basic budget property that's located a few minutes' drive from the airport. Its setting up a small hill means some higher-level rooms have attractive views, but those walking from the airport may find hauling luggage difficult. The 46 rooms are certainly simple, but they're contemporary and cheerful, and are equipped with great air-conditioning, small flat-screen TVs (with no English-language channels), kettles, and floor-to-ceiling windows. Unfortunately, no bottled water is provided, and poor soundproofing means noise issues from late-night arrivals and crowing roosters nearby. Free breakfasts are sufficient, and the free property-wide Wi-Fi is fast. There's little of interest within walking distance, but this is a good pick for overnight travelers needing to be close to the airport.
Set on a 32-acre peninsula surrounded by a turquoise lagoon, the Intercontinental Tahiti Resort and Spa is a 245-room upscale resort with attractive rooms and stilted overwater bungalows. Its proximity to the airport makes it a convenient stopover for those heading home or arriving before jetting off to other islands in French Polynesia. Two restaurants offer nightly entertainment while two pools offer plenty of space for lounging and sipping tropical cocktails. While the Intercontinental is one of Papeete's most luxurious hotels, the property is showing its age and is undergoing sporadic renovation. Those seeking more modern rooms might enjoy Le Meridien.
Set on a 32-acre peninsula surrounded by a turquoise lagoon, the Intercontinental Tahiti Resort and Spa is a 245-room upscale resort with attractive rooms and stilted overwater bungalows. Its proximity to the airport makes it a convenient stopover for those heading home or arriving before jetting off to other islands in French Polynesia. Two restaurants offer nightly entertainment while two pools offer plenty of space for lounging and sipping tropical cocktails. While the Intercontinental is one of Papeete's most luxurious hotels, the property is showing its age and is undergoing sporadic renovation. Those seeking more modern rooms might enjoy Le Meridien.