Hotels in Papeete, French Polynesia

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Papeete, Tahiti, French Polynesia
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Cheapest month:November
Most expensive month:March
Average price in Papeete:$482/night
Cheapest price found:$31/night
Cheapest day:Thursday
Most expensive day:Tuesday
$100 - $872
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.
$97 - $955
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.

Top-rated Papeete hotels

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Bp 20255, Papeete, French Polynesia
1.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Air conditioning
$94
Avg. per night
BP 4354 Fare Tony, Papeete, French Polynesia
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$90
Avg. per night
417 Boulevard Pomare, Papeete, French Polynesia
0.5 km from city centre
Airport shuttle
$141
Avg. per night

Hotel prices in Papeete

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417 Boulevard Pomare, Papeete, French Polynesia
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BP 4354 Fare Tony, Papeete, French Polynesia

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Where to stay in Papeete

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About Papeete

Papeete is the bustling capital of French Polynesia, nestled on the northern edge of Tahiti, overlooking coral reefs, distant islands and the South Pacific Ocean. This multicultural city features a lively harbour, downtown marketplace and shops selling iconic Tahitian black pearls.

Things to do in Papeete

You’ll find numerous opportunities for outdoor recreation beyond the city limits, where the metropolis gives way to verdant forests, cascading waterfalls and rugged coastline. Explore immersive hiking trails, chill out on white-sand beaches or embark on a jeep safari through the forests. You can also don some snorkelling gear to discover a fascinating underwater world of vibrant corals and fish or take a surfing lesson with Tura`i Mataare Surf School.

Much of your sightseeing takes place along Nanuu Bay, where you’ll find the Robert Wan Pearl Museum. This museum takes you on a journey through the history of pearl farming and jewellery making via photos, artefacts and rare pieces. It’s positioned next to the Pā'ōfa'i Gardens, where you can walk along trails past shady trees and decorative fish ponds.

For a true taste of local cuisine and culture, head to Place Vai'ete, a popular meeting spot that’s filled with food trucks and locals in the evenings. Just across the road is the Manua Exquisite Tahitian Art, where you can see elaborate wood carvings and traditional artwork. Don’t forget the ONO'U Tahiti Museum of Street Art, home to incredible murals and 3D wall sculptures.

Are you visiting Papeete in July? Join in the annual Heiva I Tahiti celebrations, which include authentic Polynesian dance, food and music. Alternatively, visit Le Marché, a busy market with stalls selling vanilla beans, monoi oil, black pearls and other Tahitian goods.

Getting around Papeete

Papeete is accessible via flying into Faa'a International Airport, which is about eight kilometres from the city centre. Papeete is ideal for exploring on foot, but you can also catch taxis and the hop-on-hop-off Le Trucks.

Facts about staying in Papeete

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  • What are the best hotels in Papeete?

    One of the most popular hotels in Papeete is Boutique Hôtel Kon Tiki Tahiti, which has been reviewed by 836 users and currently has a rating of 8.2/10. Other top-rated locations include Hotel Tahiti Nui and Polynesian Cabins by Kon Tiki, which have received 7.2/10 and 8.0/10 ratings from our users, respectively.

  • How much do hotels in Papeete cost?

    Searches in the last 72 hours suggest an average price of around $175/night is normal for a hotel in Papeete.

  • How much is a cheap hotel in Papeete?

    $22/night is the cheapest price found for a hotel in Papeete by HotelsCombined users over the last 72 hours.

  • How much is a hotel in Papeete tonight?

    Users have found prices for hotels in Papeete tonight starting as low as $140, rising to an average cost of $140, based on searches in the last 72 hours.

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