3 Best Hotels in Raiatea, The Other Islands

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There are only two hotels on the island but a number of pensions or lodging places.

Pension Te Maeva

$ | Raiatea, French Polynesia

These two bungalows are situated in a beautiful garden set on a hillside with a stunning, panoramic view over the lagoon. A small swimming pool is on the property, along with a camping area.

Pros

  • Common-area kitchen facilities
  • Private bathrooms have hot water
  • Household linen and mosquito nets provide. Wi-Fi is available

Cons

  • It's about 16 mi outside of Uturoa
Raiatea, French Polynesia
66–37–28
Hotel Details
No credit cards
2 bungalows
No Meals

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Sunset Beach Motel

$ | Raiatea, French Polynesia

This motel is situated on the west coast around a mi from the airport and about 2½ from Uturoa. The bungalows stand on a very large, flat area, landscaped and surrounded by coconut palms, and there is an excellent camping area. Just don't let the name fool you as there is no beach, but you can swim in the lagoon from the jetty.

Pros

  • Bungalows have hot water
  • Household linen and mosquito nets provided. Internet provided for a fee

Cons

  • No beach
Raiatea, French Polynesia
66–33–47
Hotel Details
Credit cards accepted
22 bungalows
Free Breakfast

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Vini Beach Lodge

$ | Unknown

This Polynesian-owned and -operated beach lodge is located right by Vini Beach with panoramic views of Faaroa Bay. All bungalows have a terrace, ceiling fans, and a fully equipped kitchenette.

Pros

  • Private rooms with hot water
  • Mosquito nets provided
  • English is spoken

Cons

  • There's a rental fee for bikes and kayaks
Unknown
60–22–45
Hotel Details
Credit cards accepted
7 bungalows
No Meals

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