2 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.

Raiatea Hawaiki Nui Hotel

$$ | Raiatea, French Polynesia

The most luxurious and largest hotel on the island, the units have all modern conveniences and the overwater units even have a fish-viewing panel. Regular feeding sessions from the pier bring in shoals of tropical fish and there is an outdoor terrace overlooking the ocean and the pool. The restaurant has a very good name with seafood a popular choice and a friendly staff and music in the bar can bring in the locals on a Friday and Saturday night.

Pros

  • Rooms have both a/c and a ceiling fan
  • There are disabled facilities available in the hotel and rooms
  • There are cultural activities available such as dance shows and Tahitian feasts

Cons

  • No Internet service available to guests
Raiatea, French Polynesia
60–05–00
Hotel Details
Credit cards accepted
20 bungalows, 8 rooms
Free Breakfast

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Raiatea Lodge Hotel

$$ | Raiatea, French Polynesia

This is a charming colonial-style building with teak furnishings that stands in more than 2 acres of grounds. A large swimming pool is surrounded by gardens with an abundance of rare plants. All rooms have air-conditioning, television, safe, and private terrace. The hotel also has a fine restaurant (noted not just for its food but also for beautiful sunsets), with French and Tahitian cuisine served nightly and a good selection of wine.

Pros

  • Free use of bicycles, kayaks, and snorkeling equipment. Some rooms have Wi-Fi

Cons

  • No overwater bungalows
Raiatea, French Polynesia
66–20–00
Hotel Details
Credit cards accepted
15 rooms, 1 suite
No Meals

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