Name: Te Ava Piti Lodge
Address: Bp823 Raiatea, Uturoa, 00000, PF

10/10

Exceptional

18 Jul 2026

Matt

Newly updated room and bathroom with access to an outside kitchen area. The room itself was clean and comfortable and the shower was really nice. Walking distance from a fantastic restaurant (Ixora) and a long walk/short bicycle ride from downtown.

The couple that owns the place are attentive, warm and welcoming. They were eager to make sure we had what we needed and let us use their bicycles to explore. Wonderful people.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

25 May 2026

Aidan

A very pleasant stay. Host was very kind and helpful. Very comfortable.

Friends_and_family Friends

8/10

Excellent

23 May 2026

Timothy

The room was just fine. The staff were excellent. A great bargain in a fabulous location, off the beaten path. The dinner reservation at Ixora was a very nice touch and a fabulous meal.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

01 Apr 2026

Steven

Kitchen is outside common area. Everything is fresh and clean.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

25 May 2025

Cecilia

Good communication, clean room, very helpful hosts

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

08 May 2025

Claire

This is a nice option for a brief stay. There was a corner store with good selections, a small kitchen and a great restaurant a 5 minute walk down the road. The host is quite helpful if a taxi is needed or for any information.
The drawback is no air conditioning and barking dogs.

Leisure

10/10

Exceptional

14 Aug 2024

Mark

We stayed last minute at the property and it turned out being a great choice. It was central to downtown and an easy walk to most everything. The owners are great and the room itself was exactly what we needed.

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

10 Mar 2023

Forest Ray

Don’t Go Here!

Not a hotel, a backyard room in some terrible neighborhood. Wanted to leave before check in but no where to go.

I would take this off your list. If I ever get a place like this from you It will be our last!!!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

30 Jan 2023

Brian

Great Location

Great location with friendly hosts, conveniently located close to town, and free kayaks to explore the area with.
The host arranged a 50cc scooter rental with pick-up service by the rental company at the lodge.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

25 Dec 2022

Bruce

It was a real pleasure to stay here. Baptise was an excellent guide

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

24 Dec 2022

Arwen

Well stocked kitchen, shared bathroom was spacious and very clean. No AC, but always a nice breeze and ceiling fan was all you needed. The pool was a great place to chill. Perfect location just outside of town and our host was very helpful. Recommend renting a car best price for getting around.

Leisure Friends

2/10

Poor

23 Aug 2021

Andreas

This review is NOT based on any stay at this lodge. I had to cancel one week before arrival due to the explosive rise in Delta variant COVID infections. The owner refused any refund, not even meeting me half way. I realize COVID affects businesses as well as tourists, still, this lack of flexibility and generosity is appalling.

Leisure

6/10

Pleasant

20 Aug 2021

Verified traveler

Strange location. Tiny and basic but clean.

Leisure Partner

6/10

Pleasant

24 Dec 2018

Carlo

Simple pension run by very kind owners

This is a pension managed by a family in a good location. The place is quite basic and the room is not equipped with upscale comforts. There is no A/C and the room is very simple. The owners are truly friendly and kind and nearby there is a very good restaurant and a decent supermarket. Probably I would consider this for a short stay or for low-budget travelers. If you are looking for an upscale solution, this might not be your best choice.

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

05 Nov 2018

Verified traveler

Only for last minute, short, cheap overnight stay

Affordable accommodation, a bit runned down. Simple small bedroom, uncomfortable bedding, with separate bathroom, not very clean. Very noisy and full of mosquitoes could barely sleep with open windows as air conditioning was not working. The kitchen and common area is outside in the sort of open garage... really not inviting. Not much to do in the area as well, there are much better places in Polynesia. We only stayed one night to catch an early morning flight the next day as fairly close to the airport and barely other options left. Would not recommend nor go back.

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

02 Dec 2017

Gerry

Nice, small, hostel-like lodge.

This lodge was very nice but only had the bare minimum essentials. The PROS were that owners were very nice and charming. There were bikes and kayaks at your disposal. The CONS were that the AC was an extra fee. You were basically staying in a room beside the owners. There wasn’t much to do around there. And there was an extra $60 fee we had to pay for taxes or something. All in all it was a fine place to stay considering the price, but just expect the bare necessities.

8/10

Excellent

23 Dec 2025

Lali

This accommodation is a private room adjacent to the owner’s home. The location is excellent for exploring Raiatea and joining local tours. A good small grocery store is just steps away, and a large Carrefour in town is within biking distance.

The room is comfortable, and the bathroom feels new, clean, and fresh. Outside, there is a seating area with chairs, a table, and patio umbrellas, offering views of the lush green mountains. A few friendly and adorable dogs stop by from time to time, adding to the friendly atmosphere.

Bikes are available and suitable for short trips. The outdoor kitchen is shared with the other guest room and offers plenty of refrigerator space. While functional, the kitchen could be a bit cleaner and some utensils would benefit from an upgrade.

Overall, this place exceeded my expectations and is likely one of the best budget-friendly options close to town (Uturoa).

Self

8/10

Excellent

03 Dec 2025

Sofia

Super dejligt sted, meget velholdt! Super søde mennesker der er meget hjælpsomme! Kan varmt anbefales. Ligger også i gå afstand til Downtown.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

21 Nov 2025

Verena

Super nette Gastgeber! Können das Zimmer weiterempfehlen. Die Lage ist auch top, Supermarkt und Restaurants ums Eck. Kanus können ausgeliehen werden. Alles super!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

22 May 2025

Marc

Excellent séjour de 3 nuits, Claudine est vraiment accueillante et d'excellent conseil pour la visite de l'île, et pour les réservations d'excursions/location d'auto en dernière minute. Ce fut une superbe expérience. Mauruuru et bonne continuation :-)

Leisure Self