Polynesian Cabins by Kon Tiki

I stayed in the “cabins” which were basically one floor of the hotel My key opened a room that then had about eight or 10 individual rooms off of it, and the key also opened one of those. The room had spacious nice bunkbeds, it was decorated well, and it was clean and very cute. I wasn’t sure how it was going to be using a shared bathroom system where you have to leave your room to go to the bathroom, but the bathrooms are individual locked rooms as well and some of them have showers and some don’t. It all felt very secure, safe, clean and upscale. There were also common areas for handwashing, etc.. There was a beautiful outdoor patio common area with a waterfall and comfortable seating. It had an area where you can make coffee or tea, get water, use the kitchenette etc. If your plan is to take a ferry, it really doesn’t get any more convenient than the Kontiki as the ferry terminal is directly across the street. In the morning, I had breakfast in the coffee shop downstairs, which was lovely and delicious. À la carte, pastries and items are available, but there’s also a large buffet if you’re hungry. Overall, I would absolutely stay there again, it was a great experience

This was a different travel experience for me. The staff spoke English which was a plus. Super friendly staff in the cafe. I would definitely stay here again.

The photos on the web site make these rooms look a tad bigger than what they are. These would be great for a student or a traveler with not too much luggage. We of course had two weeks worth of luggage (gotta bring snorkel gear, booze, etc), and after an 8 hour flight my wife was not having it. Staff was great in setting us up with an available hotel room (for a bit more money of course) which was very nice. Our room had a small kitchen area with a stove! If you are going to spend a little time in Papeete and want to do some of your own meals, a room like this would be great. If you need a one-nighter like we did, the ferry dock is across the street. I have to add that breakfast downstairs was super as well.

It was an amazing stay! The location was perfect, it was my first international solo trip and I had no problems at all! The staff was so friendly and helpful, called me a taxi when I needed and there to answer my questions. The cafe on the lobby level had some delicious food! I recommend the Motu bagel. I would go back just for that. I would definitely recommend and will be back soon!