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Maitai Express Tahiti

2.0 star property
Hotel with a 24-hour front desk, 3-minute walk to Papeete Market

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Reception
Signature Suite | Balcony view
Signature Suite | Living area
Signature Suite | Living area
Standard Suite

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$348
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec

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.)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room

Standard Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(42 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
Wardrobe
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Suite

Standard Suite

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Cable channels
In-room safe
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

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Signature Suite

Signature Suite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Marina view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

About the area

Papeete

Maitai Express Tahiti puts you in the heart of Papeete, within steps of Port de Papeete and Place Vaiete. 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. .Near this Papeete hotel, you'll find Papeete Market.

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

  • ‪Le Sully - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Café Maeva - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Kon Tiki Coffee - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Reeftop - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Bora Bora Lounge - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Maitai Express Tahiti

Hotel with a 24-hour front desk, 3-minute walk to Papeete Market
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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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

  • Smoke-free property

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
  • 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 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 15 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Maitai Express Tahiti on 17 Dec 2025 start from AU$343.78, 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. 196 out of 295 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 54 out of 295 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 32 out of 295 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 295 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 295 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dalisay, Brampton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The location is very convenient for shopping and looking for places to eat. For cruisers so close to the port. Easy access to the market.There’s a bar outside the hotel that’s noisy from singing and drinking however it doesn’t bother us.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alfonso

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nicely located, a few minutes walk from the cruise terminal, the market and shopping areas. Friendly and helpful stall, very clean and an excellent bed & lining. Super convenient for a short stay en route to the islands.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Talin, Pickering

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
When we first arrived we were downgraded from our suite to a standard room due to technical difficulties/leak in the room. We were very upset as they seemed to assign the room in advance and rather than giving us another suite they downgraded. After speaking with the manager who seemed somewhat indifferent at first finally came around and compensated us the difference of what we had paid and what the standard room was at the time of booking. They rectified the situation in the end but not without hesitation. We were happy they tried to fix the situation more fairly.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Aleida

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hot water in the shower works only if you let it run on the sink. Not a good thing
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane, Boucherville

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room , everyhing was there water, coffee
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gerard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The stylish Maitai Express Tahiti hotel is an excellent base for exploring the island and for catching the ferries to visit the other islands of French Polynesia. The room was comfortable and the staff friendly and efficient.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice property but very loud at night, there is a bar/club next to hotel and on weekends it stays busy and loud until after 2am. Everything else about the hotel is good and the staff is very friendly. Rooms are good with great air conditioning. If I stayed there again I would ask for a room on opposite side of building to eliminate loudness
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location

This hotel was clean and quiet and had very nice staff. The location was amazing being so close to the ferry terminal and walking distance to the marche.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

JoAnn

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We arrived very late and they were up waiting for us . Easy check in and it was a comfortable room for 2 of us it would be tight with 4 which is what it says it sleeps maybe 3 people at most the sleeper sofa is just that a sleeper sofa so not really like a real mattress but after that long of a flight I fell right asleep as soon as I played down, so over all the room was great with that one exception that a fold out sleeper sofa isn’t really that great at any hotel… the linens were clean. They had a little coffee set up in the morning in the room has a nice shower. I think you can buy some sort of continental breakfast for US$35 we opted not to do that and as we were leaving the hotel, I think that was a good option to not do that.. the second you leave the hotel you were on a very busy street however, once you cross that very busy street you’re less than five minutes from the ferry terminal which took us to Moorea FP
What the hotel looks like from the street
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Christopher

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel in the center of town with a friendly staff. The hotel is itself is very clean and updated. Bed was very hard though and the room was small. The area around the hotel is very run down and parking is difficult. For us it was perfect because the ferry terminal is across the street. For an extra $30 a day you can have secure parking a few blocks away but is very inconvenient.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katarzyna

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was very clean and rooms are specious. Staff very friendly and professional. Good location especially for Ferry passengers. Cons: location comes with noise of traffic and city life :(. Overall it was ok for 1 night stay during transfer between islands.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexander, SARASOTA

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot to stay overnight after a cruise. 0.5 mi from the cruise terminal. Helpful hotel staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Service was exceptional- especially liked that there was no charge for them to store your luggage and they recommended a great local breakfast restaurant if you didn’t pay for their limited continental. (Cafe Roti). Can beat the location if accessing the cruise terminal.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A great way to start our French Polynesian trip

Great location near the seaport and local market. Very friendly staff who accommodated an early check in and smile warmly every time we see them. Breakfast options were wonderful as I love plain real yogurt and it was plentiful here. The bed was exceptionally comfortable with high quality linens. Lovely hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

valeria

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice Hotel with Incredible Staff

Our stay at the Maitai Express Tahiti was great. The staff were some of the friendliest and helpful of any hotel staff I've ever experienced. The room was clean and comfortable. If we ever make it way back to Tahiti, we would definitely stay at the Maitai Express Tahiti again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful staff. Small but modern room. The location was great- not far from cafes, restaurants and the Papeete Markets.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
New clean up to date. Excellent property. Limited food options for breakfast and no onsite restaurant.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025