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Maitai Express Tahiti

2.0 star property
Hotel with a 24-hour front desk, steps from Port de Papeete

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

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Breakfast available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$389
includes taxes & fees
18 May - 19 May

Explore the area

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

Room options

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Standard Room

Standard Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Cable channels
In-room safe
Wardrobe
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Suite

Standard Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 35.1 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Single Sofa Bed

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Signature Suite

Signature Suite

Highlights

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

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

  • Port de Papeete - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Papeete Market - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Papeete Ferry Terminal - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Papeete Town Hall - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Robert Wan Pearl Museum - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Café Maeva - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Le Retro - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪L'oasis - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Brasserie Des Remparts - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Le Bouchon Lyonnais - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Maitai Express Tahiti

Hotel with a 24-hour front desk, steps from Port de Papeete
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.

Languages

English, French

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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

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.

National rating

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 10 May 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Maitai Express Tahiti on 18 May 2025 start from NZ$383.97, 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. 103 out of 150 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 27 out of 150 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 150 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 150 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 150 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and restaurant options around the area 👍
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Kaj Patrick, Seattle

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
One of a few hotels right near the ferry terminal designed pretty much for that need. It’s just one block from the terminal, so extremely convenient. Rooms are on the small side, but you’re there for the layover. There was ONE available outlet without unplugging something else (which we did). Continental breakfast is available, but there were plenty of restaurants within easy walking distance, so we didn’t bother. Staff was helpful and accommodating when we asked both to convert our money and store our luggage between checkout and our ferry. Would definitely stay again if we ever come back that way.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

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

Great choice near the port.

The location and quality were an excellent value for the price. The staff were very friendly and accommodating. The young woman Bevia (?) on the evening shift at reception went above and beyond in her helpfulness! We would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chappy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location in the center of downtown. Quiet hotel and small rooms but perfect for what we needed.

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel has been open for six months. It is clean and modern and close to the cruise port, market, parks and restaurants. Staff were very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean, fairly priced and convenient location. Was perfect for an overnight stay- waiting on a flight to leave the next day. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cavel

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

6/10 Okay

Philippe Olivier

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Heidi

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Perfect hotel for overnight before catching the ferry. Quick walk to the ferry terminal. A little noisy from the bar across the street.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Moshe

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was extremely friendly, price was reasonable. The other reviewers are accurate with the noise however this is not the hotels fault. It is located in the heart of downtown so noise is expected. This is not prevent me from sleeping and the traffic did was not noticeable past 8-9. Great location and incredible staff, cannot got wrong!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grant

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

Quick night in Papeete.

A quick 16 hour stay. Great location if boarding a cruise ship or ferry.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martinus van der

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

10/10 Excellent

Fred

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

10/10 Excellent

David

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

10/10 Excellent

gregory

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The front desk team is the best I have ever experience in any hotel, and I have had thousands of stays in my 70 years. Greg
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip

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

Fantastic location

The most outstanding aspect of the Maitai Express is its location in the center of everything. If you are taking a cruise, taking the ferry to Moreea or shopping in the expansive market this is the best hotel in Papeete. Our room was comfortable and clean and the front desk staff was very helpful. The only negative we encountered was the toilet which was mounted so high from the floor that our feet couldn't touch the floor when using it
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Alexandra Anna

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
This property was very expensive for all the things you DO NOT get, for example: 1. Rooms are so tiny (like a prison cell) there is nowhere to open your suitcase except on the bed 2. No hairdryer 3. No outlets to charge devices other than ONE in the tiny bathroom. There is what looks like a usb outlet next to the bed but it doesnt work to charge anything. 4. NO free parking and it is not readily available nearby. You can pay the exorbitant rate for the hotel to park your car in the street. 5. Only one packet of coffee per morning even if there are 2 people. Only enough sugar and cream for the one cup of coffee and the staff are either unable or unwilling to give another. 6. No pool 7. No frills at all 8. They have a paltry (seriously paltry) continental breakfast that they charge $30 per person (should come free with the room along with some coffee). NOBODY eats it as you can go next door and get a fresh hot breakfast for half the price, with coffee included. The few good things: 1. Despite the bed feeling like it had no give, it was actually quite comfortable. 2. The location is great right downtown and right across from the ferry, across from the food trucks, and two blocks from the market (if you are into that type of thing). 3. The room was very clean. 4. Check out was easy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick, Nolanville

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was in center of town and easy to get around
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to ferry and downtown
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Close to everything
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

J K

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniele

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024