Avenue du Prince Hinoi, Papeete, French Polynesia | (937) 315-4602
Centrally located in Pape'ete, close to airport and cruise terminal
Spacious, modern rooms and suites with comfortable beds
Walking distance to the ferry terminal for transportation to Moorea
Fitness center with modern equipment
Spa with hot tub and steam room
Outdoor pool with mountain views
Modern restaurant and lounge
Free on-site parking
Not on the beach and surrounding area is gritty
Wi-Fi available in the lobby only
Some rooms receive street noise
Some rooms show visible signs of mold
Common areas and the rooms are dimly lit
No safes in the rooms
The pool lacks seating and shade and is unkempt, with
missing tiles
Some rooms have views of a gas station
Located in the heart of Tahiti's capital city, the 91-room Tahiti Nui is an upscale hotel that appeals mostly to travelers in transit, thanks to its location, close to the airport and cruise port. While the spacious rooms and comfortable beds appeal to tired guests, the hotel's location on a busy street paired with dark hallways and common spaces in need of updating may leave guests feeling uneasy. There are features for leisure travelers, including a pool with attractive mountain views (but chipping tile) and a spa with a hot tub and steam room. Those who don't mind being a bit farther from the airport could consider Tahiti Pearl Beach Resort, which has a beachfront location.
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Scene
A basic hotel with spacious rooms, a restaurant and lounge, and a location that's close to Pape'ete's markets and transportation hubs
Tahiti Nui's location, walking distance to Pape'ete's markets, ferry terminal, and museums, is the main reason to stay here. Most guests come for one-night stay before heading home on an international flight or departing via plane or boat to Moorea or Bora Bora. The hotel is set along a busy thoroughfare, in a location that allows distant views of green mountains and immediate views of undesirable run-down buildings and a well-frequented gas station. The hotel's white facade, which shows signs of wear and peeling paint, is 1980s contemporary with bubble-like terraces. There's a lush interior courtyard surrounded by the balconies that lead to the rooms.
The hotel's main gathering spot is a spacious two-story lobby, a breezy spot where guests can find their place along a neat row of cubic, cushioned sofas to check email, as free Wi-Fi is not available in the guest rooms. The pool is private and offers nice views of the distant mountains, but it lacks adequate lounge chairs and proper shade for escaping the strong Tahitian sun.
The hotel offers a small day spa and a well-equipped gym, but most guests choose to stroll into Pape'ete to check out the markets or to sleep in and rest up for upcoming journeys. The hotel's restaurant and lounge delivers French cuisine on the main floor in a table-clothed setting and there's a lofty bar area for cocktails, but there is also the option to walk to Vai'ete Square after sunset and sample the local cuisine served from rows of "les roulottes" (food trucks).
Location
Set on busy Avenue de Prince Hinoi in the heart of downtown Pape'ete, adjacent to a gas station and walking distance to the market and Port of Pape'ete.
Guests who check-in at the Hotel Tahiti Nui usually choose the hotel as a stopover, and stay for one night before embarking on trips to other islands in French Polynesia. The hotel is close to the airport, cruise port, and ferry terminal.
Rooms
Spacious rooms with streamlined decor, private terraces, and comfortable beds
Rooms and suites follow the same decor principle, incorporating ivory tile and wood floors, ebony furnishings, and oversize wood headboards. High ceilings, white walls, and minimal art create a clean, nondescript look. The beds are finished with basic white linens, standard pillows, and blue floral accent throws. Long desks serve as workstations as well as space to hold flat-screen TVs and tea kettles, while sofas finished in basic linen fabric offer additional sleeping space for children. All of the rooms and suites feature terraces furnished with teak chairs and small tables, although the views vary from distant peeks of the ocean to that of a busy gas station.
The bathrooms are spacious but somewhat drab. They feature gray tile work, single white vanities with black marble countertops, and basic white towels. The Standard Rooms feature walk-in showers while the larger suites encompass separate tubs, walk-in showers, and water closets.
The Tahiti Nui's 91 rooms and suites fall into three distinct categories. Standard Rooms (322 square feet, or 30 square meters) come equipped with either one queen-size or two double beds while the larger Junior Suites (645 square feet, or 60 square meters) feature queen-size beds and separate living areas with small kitchens. The Executive Suites (925 square feet, or 86 square meters) are more akin to residences, featuring two bedrooms and two bathrooms on one floor and open-concept main floors with kitchen, living, and dining areas, and huge terraces.
Features
A pool with views of distant verdant mountains, a small spa and fitness center, and a French restaurant with a loft-like bar
The hotel's on-site French restaurant Le Velvet is a modern, airy, two-story space with dark wood floors and tables and long red window treatments. On the second floor, with views of the dining tables below, is Chocco Latte Lounge Bar. Similar in decor to the restaurant, the bar offers clusters of tables and banquette seating as well as a long, back-lit bar. Other features of the hotel include a small spa, and a fitness center with Life Fitness brand cardio machines and rows of neatly arranged free weights.
