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Maitai Express Tahiti

Property class: 2

Photo gallery for Maitai Express Tahiti

A balcony with two chairs and a table, overlooking a marina with boats and a distant mountain.
A spacious lobby with a central seating area, large potted plants, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.
A modern dining area with wooden tables and chairs, large windows, and a dark stone wall.
A modern living room with a sofa, a small round table with a flower arrangement, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A modern bedroom with a wooden bed, a glass shower, teal walls, and a geometric wall art piece.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is AU$384
includes taxes & fees
17 Sept - 18 Sept

Explore the area

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Avenue Prince Hinoi, Papeete, 98714
  • Place, Papeete Market
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Port de Papeete
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Papeete Town Hall
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, Papeete (PPT-Tahiti Faaa Intl.)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a desk, and a chair.

Standard Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(83 reviews)
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Suite

A modern bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a flat-screen TV, and a wall-mounted artwork.

Standard Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)
  • City view
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Single Sofa Bed

View all photos for Signature Suite

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a TV. There is a wooden floor and a green wall.

Signature Suite

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • Marina view
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Single Sofa Bed

Room

  • Sleeps 4

Room

  • Sleeps 8

About the area

Papeete

Maitai Express Tahiti places you in the centre of Papeete, steps from Port de Papeete and within a short 5-minute stroll of Papeete Market. Highlights at this hotel include in-room free WiFi and LCD TVs. .This smoke-free hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage. Other amenities include locker space and a lift. Continental breakfast is available daily between 5:00 AM and 10:00 AM. .Sights within a 15-minute walk of this Papeete hotel include Papeete Ferry Terminal and Papeete Town Hall.

What's nearby

  • Papeete Market - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Port de Papeete - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Papeete Town Hall - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Papeete Ferry Terminal - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Notre Dame Cathedral - 5 min walk - 0.5 km

Getting around

  • Papeete (PPT-Tahiti Faaa Intl.) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Café Maeva - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Kon Tiki Coffee - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Vini Vini Fish'n'chill - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Bora Bora Lounge - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Kaūa’a Coffee - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Maitai Express Tahiti

Maitai Express Tahiti offers its guests a lift. Public spaces have free WiFi.

This Papeete hotel is smoke free.

  • 63 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Locker space
Maitai Express Tahiti offers 63 accommodations with a safe and blackout curtains. 110-cm LCD televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include a shower. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hairdryers can be requested.

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  • Air-conditioning
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour offsite parking (XPF 3,500 per day); reservations required

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 5:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: XPF 3,300 for adults and XPF 1,650 for children

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet (89 centimetre high)
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Lift (110 centimetre wide door)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 110-cm LCD TV with cable channels

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: 50-per cent of room rate for check-in between 6:00 AM and 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: XPF 150.00 per person, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately XPF 3300 for adults and from XPF 1650 for children
  • Nearby parking fee: XPF 3500 per day(886 ft away; open 24 hours)
  • Late check-in fee: 50 per cent of room rate for check-in between 6:00 AM and 3:00 PM

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

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 and cash
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and cash.

Property class

This property has received its official star rating from the French Tourism Development Agency, ATOUT France.

Property is also known as

Maitai Express Tahiti Hotel
Maitai Express Tahiti Papeete
Maitai Express Tahiti Hotel Papeete

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Maitai Express Tahiti?

Maitai Express Tahiti offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Maitai Express Tahiti?

As of 14 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Maitai Express Tahiti on 17 Sept 2026 start from AU$384, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to Maitai Express Tahiti?

The closest beach to Maitai Express Tahiti is Point Venus Black Sand Beach (8.9 km).

Does Maitai Express Tahiti serve breakfast?

Yeah, continental brekkie is available daily between 5:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Maitai Express Tahiti?

No, Maitai Express Tahiti does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Maitai Express Tahiti?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Maitai Express Tahiti?

No, pets are not allowed.

Maitai Express Tahiti Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 316 out of 504 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 120 out of 504 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 52 out of 504 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 504 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 504 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent and quiet hotel convenient to the airport. Small but stylish rooms and super helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff, clean facility, perfect location
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved this hotel. The entire property was spotless, the rooms were clean and very comfortable. The location was great - close to the port, the market and restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Alexander

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good for a quick stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, friendly and helpful staff, clean rooms
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marion

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very close to cruise terminal and everything is right around the corner. Staff is very helpful and everything is well kept and clean
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super fun location
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stacey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and helpful staff, excellent location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Location for cruise was perfect
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anh

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean room, friendly staff, convenient location to ferry
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jingyan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great service and good location
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very central, easy to walk around Papeete and sightsee. Surprisingly not too noisy given its location.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well appointed hotel, we only stayed 1 night, we caught the ferry over to Moorea which was just across the road so no lugging suitcases too far.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Larry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and staff was helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for restaurants and shopping and close to the cruise & ferry terminals.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

CHONGLIN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was basically ok and staffs were helpful. Overnight stay is a good choice.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Erick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front desk staff was friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Leigh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very convenient location. Good staff who were very helpful. 24 hour reception.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great room and friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Windsor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very helpful from checking in to helping with arrangements for taxis. The rooms were clean and location was central to all the attractions. The breakfast is too costly for what is offered.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Garth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, very clean, helpful staff
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

wilson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and cozy place located in the downtown area not far from the airport and center of restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Henry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was exactly as I expected which was wonderful! The staff were exceptionally helpful with taxi rides, pre flight shower, food recommendations and things to see and do!!!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

victor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The location is great,in downtown area and walking distance to cruise port. The staff were very helpful. We had a long wait to get into our room. The hotel was overpriced for what we got in my opinion. It was okay for a one night stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026