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Polynesian Cabins By Kon Tiki

Tahiti · French Polynesia

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8.8/10Excellent367 Reviews
Cleanliness9.2/109.2
Service9.2/109.2
Comfort8.4/108.4
Condition9.0/109.0
Amenities8.6/108.6
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About Polynesian Cabins By Kon Tiki

With a stay at Polynesian Cabins by Kon Tiki, you'll be centrally located in Papeete, just a 4-minute walk from Port de Papeete and 7 minutes by foot from Papeete Market. This hotel is 0. 5 mi (0. 8 km) from Place Vaiete and 0. 6 mi (0.

9 km) from Papeete Ferry Terminal. Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access, a communal living room, and tour/ticket assistance. Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and an elevator. Enjoy a meal at the restaurant or snacks in the hotel's coffee shop/cafe.

Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee. Make yourself at home in one of the 24 guestrooms featuring microwaves and minibars. Your memory foam bed comes with Egyptian cotton sheets.

Prepare your meals in the shared/communal kitchen. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms have designer toiletries and hair dryers.

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With a stay at Polynesian Cabins by Kon Tiki, you'll be centrally located in Papeete, just a 4-minute walk from Port de Papeete and 7 minutes by foot from Papeete Market. This hotel is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Place Vaiete and 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Papeete Ferry Terminal.

Make yourself at home in one of the 24 guestrooms featuring microwaves and flat-screen televisions. Your memory foam bed comes with Egyptian cotton sheets. Prepare your meals in the shared/communal kitchen. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment.

Bathrooms have designer toiletries and hair dryers. Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and an elevator.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Parking available
Dining services
Concierge
Entertainment
Non-smoking
Accessible facilities

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 3:00 PM
Check-in until anytime
Check-out until 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age 18

Hotel policies

Professional property host/manager Pets not allowed Service animals are allowed Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

Cleaning and safety

Sanitization
Contactless check-in is available Contactless check-out is available Cashless transactions are available
Essential Travel
Essential workers only - NO

Important information

  • Property Alerts

    You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

    • Deposit: XPF 10000 per accommodation, per stay
    • A tax is imposed by the city: XPF 150.00 per person, per night

    We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

  • You need to know
    • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.
    • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
  • Special Instructions
    Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
  • Instructions
    • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
    • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
    • Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
    • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
    • Cashless transactions are available
    • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
    • Property Registration Number D19977
  • Minimal age
    18
  • Optional fees
    • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately XPF 3650 for adults and XPF 2400 for children
    • Nearby parking fee: XPF 2000 per day (656 ft away)

    The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

  • Spoken Language

    English

    French

    Spanish

Nearby attractions

Port de Papeete 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Papeete Market 0.6 km / 0.3 mi
Papeete Ferry Terminal 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Papeete Town Hall 0.7 km / 0.5 mi
Notre Dame Cathedral 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Place Vaiete 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Parc Bougainville 0.9 km / 0.5 mi
Place Jacques Chirac 1 km / 0.6 mi
Robert Wan Pearl Museum 1.5 km / 0.9 mi
Kanti Chinese Temple 1.5 km / 0.9 mi
Jardins de Paofai 1.6 km / 1 mi
Tomb of King Pomare V 1.8 km / 1.1 mi
Stade Pater 2.5 km / 1.6 mi
Tomb of King Pomare V 5.7 km / 3.5 mi
James Norman Hall Home 5.8 km / 3.6 mi

Hotel facilities & services

Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.

  • Total number of rooms: 24
  • hotel
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Wi-fi
  • Lift access
  • TV lounge
  • Breakfast
Upon availability

Room types

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  • Cabin Accessible-Two Queen BedsCabin • Accessible-Two Queen BedsCAB.H6-2Q

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    Polynesian Cabins By Kon Tiki

    Cabin Accessible-Two Queen Beds

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 2–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
    Room type
    Cabin
    View / characteristic
    Accessible-Two Queen Beds

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: CAB.H6-2Q

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    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • Cabin QUEEN SIZE BEDCabin • QUEEN SIZE BEDCAB.QN

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    Polynesian Cabins By Kon Tiki

    Cabin QUEEN SIZE BED

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 2–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
    Room type
    Cabin
    View / characteristic
    QUEEN SIZE BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: CAB.QN

    Limited room details from hotel

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  • Cabin BUNK BEDCabin • BUNK BEDCAB.BK

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    Polynesian Cabins By Kon Tiki

    Cabin BUNK BED

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 2–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
    Room type
    Cabin
    View / characteristic
    BUNK BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: CAB.BK

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

Guest reviews

What other guests saying about Polynesian Cabins By Kon Tiki

8.8
Excellent
367 Reviews
Cleanliness
9.2 /10
Service
9.2 /10
Comfort
8.4 /10
Condition
9.0 /10
Amenities
8.6 /10
100 reviews shown
10/10
Exceptional
21 Jul 2026
Samira
Tiny but very functional; located right near the ferry; convenient. Hopping roof top bar.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
20 Jul 2026
Lynne
Fabulous stay at Kontiki. Room was adequate for short stay and shared facilities regularly cleaned. Room was spotless and quickly cleaned after my arrival and very long flight. Staff were very helpful and helped book an excursion for me. Cafe was superb place for breakfast. Rooftop bar was gorgeous - watching sunsets over Moorea with a cocktail was amazing. Walking distance to cruise terminal. Would highly recommend.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
19 Jul 2026
joseph
The extra effort to provide a safe environment for my surfboards downstairs in the lobby when I slept for a night upstairs.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
13 Jul 2026
Catherine
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
Self
10/10
Exceptional
13 Jul 2026
spencer
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.
Self
8/10
Excellent
07 Jul 2026
Patrick
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.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
07 Jul 2026
William
Stayed for 1 night in smallest room ever, but it was comfortable and walking distance from cruise ship with luggage. Pros: they held our luggage before and after checkin. They called a taxi for us. They had water and ice and places to relax. Staff was very friendly and helpful. Cons: room with bunk beds is basically is just to sleep. The tv control didn't work right and kept changing both tvs. the shared showers didn't have enough shampoo/conditioner. The coffee shop, restaurant and bar was expensive, dont recommend. The bar had a nice view, lots of people.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
05 Jul 2026
Yilin
Excellent location and friendly staff
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
03 Jul 2026
Laura
I was a little concerned when I saw that it was a shared bathroom but when I got there I had a better understanding of it. They had several toilet shower rooms and they were all single. They had a men's side and then down a different Hall they had the women's side. Probably five each hallway. They were always available when I needed one. It had nice shampoo, body wash and conditioner. In your cabin they had two towels so you just bring the towels.

And one thing I was concerned if I had to get up in the night how hard would it be getting to it but it is just right down the hall it was lovely.

My room was really cool, bunk beds but it was just me
High-speed internet which was complimentary and plenty of places for both for C and regular chargers, yes it's a small room only the beds and a refrigerator, a couple hooks for your jacket and backpack. Everything was high quality. Floor one where I stayed it had a courtyard and had an espresso machine or tea. I sat there on a wicker swing m for 2 hours just enjoying nature and the beauty and it rained but didn't get wet because I was undercover. I loved it, I wish I would have stayed longer. I just stayed one night to get on a cruise ship.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
30 Jun 2026
Tallia
This is a review for the cabin floor. So clean, everything is new, staff was super friendly and helpful and even ordered a taxi for me. There’s ice, water, coffee, a sink, and a seating area. The rooftop bar was a plus as well. Highly recommend! It was 2800 CPF for a taxi to the airport and a 2 min walk from the ferry.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
22 Jun 2026
Chris
Amazing
10/10
Exceptional
16 Jun 2026
Sabrina
Amazing hotel! Great staff and good location!
Self
8/10
Excellent
12 Jun 2026
William
This hotel is very close to the port and the staff were very helpful Which is important when a large amount of passengers are checking out to get to the ship while others are checking in and having to use a very tight space for all the luggage at the front desk. But the Hotel Kon Tiki has some of the lowest rates to get a great bed in a clean facility in Papeete. But also don't expect a King's suite for a low price. Just a nice cool simple space and a good sleep in a good location. So it worked for us.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
08 Jun 2026
Heather
Just be in the know that each room either has an upper bed or lower bed and the restrooms are shared with those on your same floor.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
08 Jun 2026
Phillip
Exactly what we needed to get ready for our Cruise.
Family
4/10
Poor
02 Jun 2026
Zara
This is a great location and great amenities, rooms are clean n pristine, the staff however always scrambling, they always want to over charge. Always give your deposit in cash , the deposit with credit card or debit card will take a month to refund, they always say oh its your bank , its not it them !! But other than that this place is a must stay !!
Self
8/10
Excellent
29 May 2026
Alan
Good location close to town , restaurants, and market. Nice roof top bar. Need a car to get to the beach. Across street from ferry to Morea.staff was helpful
Room very reasonable for the price.
Self
4/10
Poor
17 May 2026
Joan
These were not cabins they were extremely small rooms with shared bathrooms. Felt like staying in a hostel. The hotel was very gray, nothing bright or welcoming like you might expect in Tahiti. The staff was very nice and helpful. But read carefully before you book.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
16 May 2026
Julie
I stayed in the community bathroom/shower section. I thought it was super neat, reminded me of a hostel many years ago but fancier. The room is large by height, you have to climb a ladder to get to your bed, think bunk bed. Once you get up to bed you have charger outlets, tv, ambient lighting switch. Location is directly across the street from ferries, a block away from all the restaurants and shops. Parking is an extra $20. I would definitely rent a car if you’re staying more than a couple of days and want to explore. It was not worth it for me to rent for the day, unless you have all your plans mapped out. Great hotel! Very kind staff!!
Self
10/10
Exceptional
10 May 2026
Suzanne
Air conditioning, areas to lounge and fill your water bottle
Self
10/10
Exceptional
09 May 2026
Suzanne
Staff friendly. Appreciate the ice machine. Close to restaurants and across from ferry building
Self
10/10
Exceptional
23 Apr 2026
Carlos
Great place to stay in town. Center of everything and I’m front of the ferries. Stayed there twice during my time in Papeete. Got the cabin bunk for a solo traveler no complaints communal showers outside that separates men and woman. Easy place for easy travelers.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
30 Mar 2026
Dwayne
Was one of best hostels I've stayed in. Reception was staffed 24/7 with friendly, helpful people. Key card entry to floor, hallway & room. My private room had a double bed & a/c. The restrooms/showers are accessible, clean & private.The community area was clean, had comfortable seating, an espresso machine, teapot & fixings, microwave, water & ice.
Self
8/10
Excellent
30 Mar 2026
Ann
It was very good.
Self
2/10
Poor
28 Mar 2026
Linda
I was put in a room with a ladder going up to the bed, not the picture of the room I booked.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
14 Mar 2026
Ellie Malou
Clean room, small but good. Good location. Thinner walls but I sleep with earbuds so it’s wasnt a problem. Clean bathrooms with showers that lock. Very very lovely and accommodating staff. Parking for I think $20 a day. After checking out, if you need to come back to use the shower (say if you have a late flight) that same day they will let you which was great.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
13 Mar 2026
John
Perfect for the many travelers passing thru Papeete that need a spot to hangout, grab nap/sleep, shower but don't need want to pay for full sized hotel room.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
13 Mar 2026
Tannie
Internet was fine. The front staff was excellent!
We needed to make a last-minute change to a different room and they were able to accommodate us. Rooms are big and clean. Love having coffee and tea in the room I would highly recommend two friends and family. However, be aware that the treehouse type rooms with the bunkbeds are extremely small, like staying in a hostel, and sharing the bathrooms.
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
12 Mar 2026
Mary Jo
The restaurant on the first floor has great food.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
04 Mar 2026
Marek
Leaving your phone on a taxi when you go completely paperless can be scary experience. The hotel staff turned it into a good one.
Self
8/10
Excellent
16 Feb 2026
Zoltan
The place was very clean, small rooms, TV Internet, morning coffee, tee free, worked fine for us. On the first floor there are no toilets inside private rooms, all shared, 24 rooms six showers /toilets plus 2 toilets only for potentially 50 people if there are 2 pers/room. That is crowed. During our stay max we had is 50 % occupancy ,so it was no problem. Good location.
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
11 Feb 2026
Noelene
The room was clean and for a one night transit stop it was a good choice. Close to the ferry terminals and ships we also had an array of restaurants close by. Not at all happy with the bar staff on the roof at who were more interested in enjoying themselves than serving customers so we took our money elsewhere and had dinner at another place. The reception staff were very efficient and helpful.
Leisure Friends
8/10
Excellent
06 Feb 2026
gligorco
Staff is nice, hotel is clean, the cabins are no good, too small, no pool, no gym, no atm, no vending machines.. good luck if u need water or soda at night… everything is closed,
10/10
Exceptional
01 Feb 2026
Phillip
The cabins are part of the bigger hotel. The hotel is lovely with a popular rooftop bar. The staff were very helpful and friendly. The cabins are on floor 1. The rooms ar tiny with a comfortable bed. The shared bathrooms were modern and clean. There is also an lovely communal area.
2/10
Poor
01 Feb 2026
colin
Room was mini to the extreme
6/10
Pleasant
16 Jan 2026
Diana
We needed a place to stay on our way to Moorea and this fit the bill. Right next to the ferry terminal. It was ultra basic. The room had just enough room to stand and turn around. Our two backpacks and small duffel were pretty cramped….but it was clean and quiet…no windows and a bunk in the opposite room on top of us. Very space saving. No private bathrooms but it was fine.
Very nice terrace “lounge” for making coffee and chilling.
No frills for sure but cheap and basic. Parking is difficult but for a fee they will give you access to a lot down the street.
Partner
2/10
Poor
10 Jan 2026
Daniel
This is probably the worst place I have stayed in years. Basically a hostel by anything but name and price.

Pros: location is right opposite the ferry terminal.

Cons (just a selection): The cabins are extremely tiny (basically 1-1.5 sqm and a claustrophobic bed) and bathrooms/showers are shared (a handful per floor, ~20 rooms). Hygiene is questionable at best: there was a small blood stain on our bed linen, people use the corridors to dry their clothes, toilets not being flushed, etc. In the showers, you have to press a button every 10-15 seconds to get water flowing. There is just one small lift which constantly has a queue. We were only given one key card (for 2 people) which meant we had to take turns going to the bathroom, and this card stopped working on the first day. One of the guys at front desk was super condescending when we tried to go to their bar/cafe which was indicated as open but was apparently closed, though the rest of the staff are friendly.
6/10
Pleasant
07 Jan 2026
Patrick
She didn't say I had to use my card to go through a door and there were all the rooms so I was wondering around trying to figure it out until another quests show me... Also the wifi password downstairs the could have told me
Business_and_leisure Self
2/10
Poor
30 Dec 2025
Joseph
Slept in the car, no breakfast
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
30 Dec 2025
K
Yes
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
25 Dec 2025
Georsadd
This was my second stay here for another short layover. The room I was assigned this time did not have a fridge, unlike my previous stay. Still, it was fine for a short layover.
Self
8/10
Excellent
23 Dec 2025
Georsadd
Great location, about a 10-minute drive from the airport and right behind the ferry terminal. The reception staff were friendly, and the showers and toilets were kept clean. The Polynesian Cabin double room has a bit of an odd layout since you have to climb a ladder to get into the bed. Overall, it’s fine for a one-night layover in Papeete.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
20 Dec 2025
Estefania
Perfect location, very friendly staff and good value for money
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
18 Dec 2025
LORRAINE
Everything well maintained. Daily room service. Bathroom facilities cleaned more than daily. Staff agreeable and helpful. 24 hour front desk.
10/10
Exceptional
14 Dec 2025
Estefania
Perfect location, super convenient. Clean, tidy and serves its purpose. Second time staying here. Will be back
Leisure Friends
8/10
Excellent
06 Dec 2025
Becky
Very clean room and facilities, friendly and welcoming staff, roof top bar was a lovely bonus
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
30 Nov 2025
kim
So easy after a middle of the night arrival and a middle of the night departure 10 days later. We moved to the main Kon Tiki hotel rooms which were stunning inbetween staying at the cabins.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
28 Nov 2025
Julie
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Self
10/10
Exceptional
18 Nov 2025
Pam
Perfect 2am landing pad. Everything we needed. Beds so comfortable. Firm but soft. Would stay again in a heart beat.
10/10
Exceptional
05 Nov 2025
Kristine
AC worked great, comfortable bed good convenient location right across from the ferry
10/10
Exceptional
04 Nov 2025
John
all good
Self
10/10
Exceptional
30 Oct 2025
marc alain
Superbe endroit et un personnel formidable
8/10
Excellent
19 Oct 2025
Sergiy
Ok
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
15 Oct 2025
Jean
Tiny room, wonderful bed, great shower/bathroom facility. Worth a one night. Staff friendly and great! Would highly recommend and we are 82 years old.
Leisure Family
6/10
Pleasant
13 Oct 2025
Vadim
The air conditioner was broken down couple of time in the night. We hope to get to bed earlier for tomorrow’s activities, but we had to stay awake for the technician to come which took almost an hour at 8pm. And the air conditioner kept shutting down couple of time in the middle of the night, which made us awake a couple of times in the mid night!
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
12 Oct 2025
Malia
Incredible staff! Cabin simple rooms are perfect. Facilities are clean, modern, well designed and cute.
6/10
Pleasant
10 Oct 2025
Dereck
Property was ok for what it is. Some of the staff are not helpful, but others are amazing.
Leisure Partner
6/10
Pleasant
08 Oct 2025
Linfei

Could be better

This was our third stay at the Kon Tiki Hotel, but unfortunately it was the least satisfying. The room we were given this time was very small and felt quite cramped, with barely enough space to place our luggage.

On top of that, despite the fact that we were returning guests and stayed for several nights in total, the hotel still charged us an additional fee for storing our luggage while we were away. This was disappointing and felt unreasonable, especially considering our repeated stays.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
08 Oct 2025
Linfei

Surprise fee for storing our luggage

Overall, our stay at the Kon Tiki Hotel was pleasant — the location is excellent, right across from the ferry terminal, and the facilities are modern and comfortable.

However, as returning guests, we were quite disappointed to be charged an additional fee for storing our luggage during our trip to other islands, even though we were coming back to stay at the hotel again. This policy feels very unreasonable and is something we have never experienced at other hotels. It’s a point the hotel should really reconsider, especially for repeat guests.
Partner
4/10
Poor
07 Oct 2025
Laura
TINY room! We had to leave 2 of our bags in the shared hallway. The bunk bed had a straight metal ladder that was not easy to climb. Thin walls! I could hear everything in the hallways. I compare it to a jail cell (that I've only seen on TV of course). The shared bathrooms/shower were HOT with no fans. The wash basin area had no place to put a toiletry bag even.
Friends_and_family Friends
8/10
Excellent
07 Oct 2025
Anthony
Very quirky hotel. The rooms were tiny but perfect for staying overnight before getting on a cruise.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
06 Oct 2025
Jose
Modern design, good vibe, kind staff, conveniently located. Recommended.
Business_and_leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
02 Oct 2025
Cassandra
Great stop for people needing a one night stay near the ferry terminal to Moorea. I think the room layout/loft bed may be a bit annoying for a prolonged stay. Very clean and kind staff! Exactly what we needed
10/10
Exceptional
02 Oct 2025
Karen
Perfectly adequate room for one night before an early exit to the airport. Staff were happy to look afer our bags until check-in time and arranged our taxi to the airport. Shared areas were clean and well appointed. We had a lovely dinner at the Surf House on the 7th floor with lovely views.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
25 Sep 2025
Cristiana
Exceptionally clean, modern, and private facilities, including bathrooms which were shared but cleaned regularly.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
24 Sep 2025
Kristy
What a great find! The bed was very comfortable and the hotel is in the perfect spot across from the ferry terminal! We were so happy with this hotel.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
18 Sep 2025
Bruce
Great property. Great staff.
Recommend this property.
Good location.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
10 Sep 2025
Christine
Quick and easy checkin. Clean facilities. Great location across from the ferry terminal + walking distance to Papeete market. Gentleman at the front desk was amazingly helpful with recommendations on places to visit and drive to around the island.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
31 Aug 2025
Paul
The Kon Tikienjoy Tahitian weather sun or cloudburst in the interior courtyard;
8/10
Excellent
22 Aug 2025
PamE
This is well located across from ferry terminal. The shared seating area is open air and very comfortable with minimal wet bar. The “cabins” are cubicals with bed high up and no window. The cabin next door must have had a lower bed. As such it’s a bunk bed each in its own room. There was much acitivity throughout the night with people coming and going waking me several times.
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
13 Aug 2025
Deborah

Cheap yet comfortable

The cabins are very small but comfortable. The shared bathroom is cleaned regularly. I would stay here again if back in Papeete. Good location for getting on a cruise ship
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
31 Jul 2025
Verified traveler

Great Hostel-type Rooms!

I stay here when i need to be in Papeete. Its convenient to the businesses i need to frequent, the property is in excellent condition and the staff is friendly and helpful. The hostel rooms are great, especially because the hotel is convenient to everything I need.
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
27 Jul 2025
Jose Melvin
Great location and friendly staff!
4/10
Poor
18 Jul 2025
Lucija
Cool concept, too noisy.
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
15 Jul 2025
Angelica Lopez
I wasn't sure what to expect with a community bathroom but I can't complain. Everything was great, right across the street to take the ferry.
8/10
Excellent
14 Jul 2025
Mark
Conveniently located
Leisure Partner
4/10
Poor
14 Jul 2025
Lucija
Noisy until the nightclub next door closes at 5am. Don't feel like the sweat if areas. Fine for a one night stop if you're heading to the ferry terminal early in the morning.
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
10 Jul 2025
Nancy
Was just fine
6/10
Pleasant
06 Jul 2025
Anne
dod not realize what type of room we were assigned from the expedia site description. Communal bathroom and living area and a bed with a ladder up to the ceiling with only a slither of floor space.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
03 Jul 2025
Suzanne
Friendly, helpful staff at Reception. Comfortable bunk bed, near bathroom facilities. Good breakfast, no hassle, would definitely recommend to other travellers - good central location almost opposite the inter-island ferry terminal too.
Leisure Self
4/10
Poor
02 Jul 2025
Pauline
Honestly, my first stay was amazing but this one I couldn’t wait to leave. Between the Music until 4:30 am, the
6/10
Pleasant
30 Jun 2025
Jack
We stayed on the 1st floor. The 8th floor has a rooftop bar. We could hear the deep bass sounds from the music the ENTIRE night and into the morning when we left at 5:30am. Having said this, the upside was that the hotel staff were extremely friendly, professional and helpful. It was also prefect for a one night stay as the price was right. The room was very small but it was perfectly appointed with super comfortable bunk beds, TV’s, outlets and extremely clean.
10/10
Exceptional
22 Jun 2025
Darlene
The cabin was fine for a night and the hotel was in a good location. Overall recommend. We had a little disagreement with the way the Reeftop handled a situation but they are independent from the hotel.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
19 Jun 2025
Brandon
The place is nice and has an amazing rooftop bar and restaurant. We stayed one night after coming back from bora bora. Most people go to the airport hotels but I wanted a small night life.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
16 Jun 2025
Gill
Polynesian Cabins by Kon Tiki is very clean, well organised and a great concept. Shared bathrooms were very clean, the bed was comfy and check in by staff at around 3:30am was quick and painless - so much better than trying to navigate a self-check in at that time. Rooms are small and have no windows but as they are clean with a great bed, I had everything I needed. Would recommend.
10/10
Exceptional
16 Jun 2025
Marisa
I really enjoyed my stay! It was clean and comfortable. The staff was helpful and kind.
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
16 Jun 2025
Adriana
The staff is wonderful!! Probably the most welcoming hotel I've ever stayed in.
No complaints whatsoever.
Comfortable cabins, economical with everything you need for a good night's sleep in a minimalist space. Breezy outdoor patio/lounge for when you want to spread out. Check out the artwork on the walls, the indoor fountains, the green walls.
Walking distance to all downtown facilities & attractions.
Didn't eat at any of their facilities, can't offer an opinion.
Business_and_leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
12 Jun 2025
Jacqui
Excellent. Well appointed cabins that are perfect for a short stay if you are in between flights. They are new, very comfortable mattresses and everything you could need although very small. Comfortable for one person, probably a little cramped for 2 plus luggage.. Bathrooms good and lounge area with coffee machine 😊
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
11 Jun 2025
Gary
Polynesian Cabins by Kon Tiki provided everything I was looking for in an accommodation on Tahiti Island: luggage storage pending my check-in; a small, safe place to sleep & store my luggage during my stay; a location convenient to town, the ferries, & the roulottes; dining & bar facilities; assistance with arranging any excursions; English speaking staff; and all at a reasonable price. Kon Tiki came through for me in every way! A special shout-out to the ladies who staff the tour/excursions desk in the lobby: they took time to understand what I was looking for in tours, they were highly competent, well informed and connected with the available tour companies, eager to assist, pleasant, thorough, accurate, and helpful in every way - in short, THE BEST of the best! If I'm ever in Papeete again, this is where I'll stay. I highly recommend the Polynesian Cabins by Kon Tiki - a very comfortable, welcoming place to call home while visiting Tahiti. Look no further!
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
03 Jun 2025
Deborah
Inexpensive cabins (hostel like). Clean washrooms down hall and nice dining areas. Across from ferry and short walk to cruise pier.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
03 Jun 2025
Gary
I stayed 2 nights in the Kon Tiki Hotel's first floor small cabins: one night on arrival to French Polynesia from the USA, and the other the night before I left. Excellent stays both times. Clean comfortable rooms, convenient location for access to all that's in Papeete and to all the ferry services right across the street that go to many other islands. On both stays, the front desk staff was very friendly, efficient, and helpful - especially in allowing me to store luggage before my check-in time, and making my room available to me just as soon as a clean room was available. There's an excellent coffee shop on ground level where the service is equally good, and it's open from 6 a.m. to 4 p.m. There's also a lively rooftop open-air bar with a wonderful view over Papeete harbor looking toward Moorea that stays open late and is quite popular. A special shout-out to the young ladies at the front desk who can provide comprehensive information about tours, and work miracles to book any such tours and events. They helped me get an incredible last-minute tour of the Papeno'o Valley on Tahiti Nui, which turned out to be the best day of a totally wonderful trip to French Polynesia. They were also able to identify available options for me to see a Tahitian Dance Show with buffet, and once I had selected the show at the Intercontinental they booked my reservation there as well. The Kon Tiki charges a fair price, and I highly recommend them for a convenient & comfortable stay in Papeete!
Self
10/10
Exceptional
02 Jun 2025
Susan
The cabins are VERY small, but the loft bed was very comfortable. Shared bathrooms were clean, but very hot. Was grateful for a/c in our cabin. It was fine for one night, but wouldn’t do it again.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
25 May 2025
Rachel

The best place to stay in Tahiti!

The room was fantastic and the Customerservice was amazing! I love this place. I can’t wait to stay here again!
Self
10/10
Exceptional
23 May 2025
Jong
We spent several hours here to wait for our late night flight back to LA after coming back from Bora Bora. Nice place to take a shower and rest instead of spending many hrs at Tahiti airport.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
22 May 2025
Helen
Great hotel near the cruise port, 6 minute walk. Very small rooms but the place was clean and they have a cafe on the ground floor and a restaurant and a panoramic bar on the 8th floor. For one night, I highly recommend. Hotel staff are friendly and helpful.
Leisure Friends
4/10
Poor
21 May 2025
Stoney
The bathroom & toilet are share but not clean.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
18 May 2025
Scott
Great staff service ! Very nice restaurant and rooftop bar. Proximity to ferry terminal is great!
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
12 May 2025
Charles
We were very happily surprised at the cleanliness and the quality of the room and common area for the guest. We used it for a transition spot and extremely pleased for the affordable price.
Leisure Partner
6/10
Pleasant
11 May 2025
Shayna
The bed was comfortable, and the room was fairly clean, but the shared bathrooms/showers were not clean, half had no hand soap, or toilet paper. Stay in a regular room not a cabin!
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
11 May 2025
Michel
Le lit est confortable, les draps agréables. C’est bien propre.
L’inconvénient que nous voyons, si le lit est placé en haut, c’est la difficulté pour y accéder. Les échelons sont très espacés, et il faut prendre beaucoup de précaution pour grimper. Ce n’est pas pour des personnes âgées ou en surpoids.
Leisure Family

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