Mar 23, 2015, 11:08 pm
Last edit by: jigri2003
Some info:
Prepaid meal plan rates as of Feb 2015 per post 1305: (breakfast price updated as of Jan 2020)
Breakfast: 4860 xpf (tax incl) per person per day
Half board (breakfast and a 3-courses dinner): 13 053 xpf (tax incl) per person per day
Full board (breakfast, a 2-courses lunch and a 3-courses dinner): 17 632 xpf (tax incl) per person per day.
Breakfast 50% discount: available only at check in time if it is taken for the entire stay. It does not apply for half board and full board. Post 1376
Guaranteed Upgrade Costs as of January 2015 per post 1293
Emerald to Sapphire: 15,000 XPF + 14% taxes per night
Emerald to Diamond: 25,000 XPF + 14% taxes per night
Emerald to Diamond Otemanu: 35,000 XPF + 14% taxes per night
Emerald to Diamond End of Pontoon: 45,000 XPF + 14% taxes per night
Full prepayment prior to arrival required
Direct Boat Transfers to/from Airport One-way: 7334 XPF (updated Dec 2019) (about 15 minutes). Resort will email you to arrange this ahead of time if desired.
Boat transfer from the Airport is not mandatory despite what any hotel emails might imply to the contrary. It's possible to take the free Air Tahiti shuttle to Vaitape (15 minutes), followed by a taxi to the IC Le Moana for 2000XPF (15 minutes), then the IC's shuttle between Le Moana and Thalasso for 3390 XPF per person one way (updated Dec 2019) (15 minutes). If all transfers go smoothly, the journey could be as short as an hour, or longer than two hours if you're unlucky.
Boat Times (as of Oct 2016, and current as of Jan 2020)
Leaving Le Moana:
7:45am
8:45am
11:45am*
12:45pm
1:45pm
4:30pm
5:30pm*
6:30pm
8:30pm
10:00pm
Leaving Thalasso:
8:15am
9:15am*
12:15pm
1:15pm
2:15pm*
5:00pm
6:00pm
7:00pm
9:30pm
10:30pm
* Boat times with a * can connect with the bus shuttle between IC Le Moana and Vaitape town, as shown below:
Bus Shuttles between IC Le Moana and Vaitape town:
Depart IC Le Moana:
9:45am
2:45pm
Depart Vaitape:
11:15am
5:00pm
The bus shuttle costs 1150 XPF RT/person.
Note: There is no ATM at the Thalasso. The closest ATMs are in Vaitape, the main town where the airport ferry stops. However, both IC Le Moana and Thalasso will give you a "cash advance" on your credit card for a fee of 5%. The transaction will post as a purchase.
XPF is also available at the airport in Pappeete from several ATMs.
POST 1795
Resort Email: [email protected]
Prepaid meal plan rates as of Feb 2015 per post 1305: (breakfast price updated as of Jan 2020)
Breakfast: 4860 xpf (tax incl) per person per day
Half board (breakfast and a 3-courses dinner): 13 053 xpf (tax incl) per person per day
Full board (breakfast, a 2-courses lunch and a 3-courses dinner): 17 632 xpf (tax incl) per person per day.
Breakfast 50% discount: available only at check in time if it is taken for the entire stay. It does not apply for half board and full board. Post 1376
Guaranteed Upgrade Costs as of January 2015 per post 1293
Emerald to Sapphire: 15,000 XPF + 14% taxes per night
Emerald to Diamond: 25,000 XPF + 14% taxes per night
Emerald to Diamond Otemanu: 35,000 XPF + 14% taxes per night
Emerald to Diamond End of Pontoon: 45,000 XPF + 14% taxes per night
Full prepayment prior to arrival required
Direct Boat Transfers to/from Airport One-way: 7334 XPF (updated Dec 2019) (about 15 minutes). Resort will email you to arrange this ahead of time if desired.
Boat transfer from the Airport is not mandatory despite what any hotel emails might imply to the contrary. It's possible to take the free Air Tahiti shuttle to Vaitape (15 minutes), followed by a taxi to the IC Le Moana for 2000XPF (15 minutes), then the IC's shuttle between Le Moana and Thalasso for 3390 XPF per person one way (updated Dec 2019) (15 minutes). If all transfers go smoothly, the journey could be as short as an hour, or longer than two hours if you're unlucky.
Boat Times (as of Oct 2016, and current as of Jan 2020)
Leaving Le Moana:
7:45am
8:45am
11:45am*
12:45pm
1:45pm
4:30pm
5:30pm*
6:30pm
8:30pm
10:00pm
Leaving Thalasso:
8:15am
9:15am*
12:15pm
1:15pm
2:15pm*
5:00pm
6:00pm
7:00pm
9:30pm
10:30pm
* Boat times with a * can connect with the bus shuttle between IC Le Moana and Vaitape town, as shown below:
Bus Shuttles between IC Le Moana and Vaitape town:
Depart IC Le Moana:
9:45am
2:45pm
Depart Vaitape:
11:15am
5:00pm
The bus shuttle costs 1150 XPF RT/person.
Note: There is no ATM at the Thalasso. The closest ATMs are in Vaitape, the main town where the airport ferry stops. However, both IC Le Moana and Thalasso will give you a "cash advance" on your credit card for a fee of 5%. The transaction will post as a purchase.
XPF is also available at the airport in Pappeete from several ATMs.
POST 1795
Resort Email: [email protected]
IC Thalasso Bora Bora Master Thread [merged]
May 6, 2014, 1:13 pm
#1067
Join Date: Jun 2011
Programs: TK Elite, BA Gold, Skyteam Elite Plus, IHG Spire AMB, HHonors Diamond
Posts: 162
May 6, 2014, 2:00 pm
#1068
Join Date: Apr 2005
Programs: AA, UA, USAir, Hawaiian, Southworst, HHonors, SPG, Marriott
Posts: 83
Service is slow all over the place. Called island time. Just sit back and relax.
The shuttle is not free after the 215pm one.
I put the schedule in my trip doc that you can check out: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1...it?usp=sharing
The shuttle is not free after the 215pm one.
I put the schedule in my trip doc that you can check out: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1...it?usp=sharing
May 6, 2014, 2:07 pm
#1069
Join Date: Jun 2011
Programs: TK Elite, BA Gold, Skyteam Elite Plus, IHG Spire AMB, HHonors Diamond
Posts: 162
Service is slow all over the place. Called island time. Just sit back and relax.
The shuttle is not free after the 215pm one.
I put the schedule in my trip doc that you can check out: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1...it?usp=sharing
The shuttle is not free after the 215pm one.
I put the schedule in my trip doc that you can check out: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1...it?usp=sharing
May 6, 2014, 2:28 pm
#1070
Join Date: Oct 2010
Location: MUC/RJK
Programs: SQ G, LH FTL, UA S, Marriott Plat, Hertz PC
Posts: 1,442
May 7, 2014, 10:55 am
#1071
Join Date: Apr 2005
Programs: AA, UA, USAir, Hawaiian, Southworst, HHonors, SPG, Marriott
Posts: 83
I agree with hdogan. You can eat for cheaper on the main island, but you can also eat for the same price. When you factor in the cost of going back and forth, it is almost a wash.
May 7, 2014, 1:51 pm
#1072
Join Date: Sep 2011
Posts: 294
yup food is pricey in all of French Polynesia, but you know what I love this hotel
the water is beautiful and you cant beat being in an overwater bungalow.
I am sold!
enjoying this place!!!
but yes, shuttle only free at certain times. (morning)
the water is beautiful and you cant beat being in an overwater bungalow.
I am sold!
enjoying this place!!!
but yes, shuttle only free at certain times. (morning)
May 16, 2014, 12:43 pm
#1073
Join Date: Nov 2012
Posts: 84
If we take the free huttle in the morning departing IC Bora Bora to main island and then return in the afternoon/evening, do we still have to pay for the return trip?
I thought I read somewhere that as long you get on a free one going to main island the return trip is free too.
Thanks!
May 16, 2014, 3:59 pm
#1074
Join Date: Oct 2010
Location: MUC/RJK
Programs: SQ G, LH FTL, UA S, Marriott Plat, Hertz PC
Posts: 1,442
If we take the free huttle in the morning departing IC Bora Bora to main island and then return in the afternoon/evening, do we still have to pay for the return trip?
I thought I read somewhere that as long you get on a free one going to main island the return trip is free too.
I thought I read somewhere that as long you get on a free one going to main island the return trip is free too.
May 19, 2014, 9:35 pm
#1075
Join Date: Mar 2013
Location: Coronado, CA
Posts: 14
Booked our trip today.
Will be starting out with 3 nights at IC Moorea. Booked a regular lanai room, figuring for an Ambassador upgrade to a beach bunaglow.
3 nights at IC Morena. First night I used my credit card points to book a beach room and then my priority points for 2 more nights. I'm not sure how Ambassador status will work. My assumption is that the first night should be an upgrade even though it is "free" to me. Then hopefully the 2nd and 3rd night they won't make us switch rooms back to the beach.
Finish up the trip with 2 nights at IC Thallaso. I was hoping to use my free BOGO, but from what I was told by the online reservation people is that there are no available free nights. So I ended up using priority points for one night and then will just pay the rack rate for the second night. I'm hoping by paying for one night, Ambassador will get us upgraded for both nights.
We'll see.
Question, I just purchased my Ambassador status tonight. Rooms were previously booked. Will I need to do anything with the hotels to update my status or will it all be in line when I show up for check-in?
Will be starting out with 3 nights at IC Moorea. Booked a regular lanai room, figuring for an Ambassador upgrade to a beach bunaglow.
3 nights at IC Morena. First night I used my credit card points to book a beach room and then my priority points for 2 more nights. I'm not sure how Ambassador status will work. My assumption is that the first night should be an upgrade even though it is "free" to me. Then hopefully the 2nd and 3rd night they won't make us switch rooms back to the beach.
Finish up the trip with 2 nights at IC Thallaso. I was hoping to use my free BOGO, but from what I was told by the online reservation people is that there are no available free nights. So I ended up using priority points for one night and then will just pay the rack rate for the second night. I'm hoping by paying for one night, Ambassador will get us upgraded for both nights.
We'll see.
Question, I just purchased my Ambassador status tonight. Rooms were previously booked. Will I need to do anything with the hotels to update my status or will it all be in line when I show up for check-in?
May 23, 2014, 11:08 pm
#1076
Join Date: Mar 2011
Programs: AA, UA, DL, AS, LH, BA, VS, HHonors, Hyatt, Club Carlson, IHG, Marriott
Posts: 833
Booked our trip today....
Finish up the trip with 2 nights at IC Thallaso. I was hoping to use my free BOGO, but from what I was told by the online reservation people is that there are no available free nights. So I ended up using priority points for one night and then will just pay the rack rate for the second night. I'm hoping by paying for one night, Ambassador will get us upgraded for both nights.
Finish up the trip with 2 nights at IC Thallaso. I was hoping to use my free BOGO, but from what I was told by the online reservation people is that there are no available free nights. So I ended up using priority points for one night and then will just pay the rack rate for the second night. I'm hoping by paying for one night, Ambassador will get us upgraded for both nights.
Is it always like this for this property or are you able to book some reward nights on a short notice within 1-2 months of my departure (preferably during the middle of the year)?
I would like to book something for next year, but making arrangements that far in advance is more difficult.
Last edited by MVF Trekker; May 23, 2014 at 11:44 pm
May 24, 2014, 12:49 am
#1077
Join Date: Mar 2013
Location: Coronado, CA
Posts: 14
If you booked it today, when are you staying at the IC Thalasso? Because I wasn't able to find any availability until the end of this year.
Is it always like this for this property or are you able to book some reward nights on a short notice within 1-2 months of my departure (preferably during the middle of the year)?
I would like to book something for next year, but making arrangements that far in advance is more difficult.
Is it always like this for this property or are you able to book some reward nights on a short notice within 1-2 months of my departure (preferably during the middle of the year)?
I would like to book something for next year, but making arrangements that far in advance is more difficult.
I did find that using the IHG website versus the direct hotel website I found more availability.
May 30, 2014, 8:24 am
#1078
Join Date: Apr 2012
Posts: 79
Thanks for all of the info everyone. My future wife and I were able to book 5 nights in OWV at the IC Thalasso in early December(rebooked to OWV the first day it was possible). We wanted two more, but didn't have the points. Well, I have the points now, and there is no Thalasso availability. I wound up tentatively booking two nights at IC Le Moana in the beach bungalow(in hopes Thalasso will open up).
Now with all this talk about horrid snorkeling and sea life on the Thalasso side, I am a bit let down. Like a lot of others, we thought that anywhere in Tahiti would have great snorkeling. Also by looking at scuba diving reviews, I am surprised that the biggest hit is shark diving....
I am curious about what everyone knows about snorkeling and sea life in these areas. We would love to be able to jump off our patio, or walk into a lagoon and see exotic sea life. If Thalasso can't provide this, what properties do? We may change our minds on where to stay based on this simple detail!
Not sure if this post needs it's own thread
Now with all this talk about horrid snorkeling and sea life on the Thalasso side, I am a bit let down. Like a lot of others, we thought that anywhere in Tahiti would have great snorkeling. Also by looking at scuba diving reviews, I am surprised that the biggest hit is shark diving....
I am curious about what everyone knows about snorkeling and sea life in these areas. We would love to be able to jump off our patio, or walk into a lagoon and see exotic sea life. If Thalasso can't provide this, what properties do? We may change our minds on where to stay based on this simple detail!
Not sure if this post needs it's own thread
Last edited by schwaa; May 30, 2014 at 8:26 am Reason: Spelling
May 30, 2014, 10:16 am
#1079
Join Date: Aug 2010
Location: SNA and XRY
Programs: UA PP, 2 MM; IC;
Posts: 1,043
Thanks for all of the info everyone. My future wife and I were able to book 5 nights in OWV at the IC Thalasso in early December(rebooked to OWV the first day it was possible). We wanted two more, but didn't have the points. Well, I have the points now, and there is no Thalasso availability. I wound up tentatively booking two nights at IC Le Moana in the beach bungalow(in hopes Thalasso will open up).
Now with all this talk about horrid snorkeling and sea life on the Thalasso side, I am a bit let down. Like a lot of others, we thought that anywhere in Tahiti would have great snorkeling. Also by looking at scuba diving reviews, I am surprised that the biggest hit is shark diving....
I am curious about what everyone knows about snorkeling and sea life in these areas. We would love to be able to jump off our patio, or walk into a lagoon and see exotic sea life. If Thalasso can't provide this, what properties do? We may change our minds on where to stay based on this simple detail!
Not sure if this post needs it's own thread
Now with all this talk about horrid snorkeling and sea life on the Thalasso side, I am a bit let down. Like a lot of others, we thought that anywhere in Tahiti would have great snorkeling. Also by looking at scuba diving reviews, I am surprised that the biggest hit is shark diving....
I am curious about what everyone knows about snorkeling and sea life in these areas. We would love to be able to jump off our patio, or walk into a lagoon and see exotic sea life. If Thalasso can't provide this, what properties do? We may change our minds on where to stay based on this simple detail!
Not sure if this post needs it's own thread
Last edited by Buzzman; May 30, 2014 at 10:20 am Reason: afterthought
Jun 1, 2014, 1:48 am
#1080
Join Date: Oct 2010
Location: MUC/RJK
Programs: SQ G, LH FTL, UA S, Marriott Plat, Hertz PC
Posts: 1,442
Otherwise, if you take a kayak and paddle a bit outside of the resort area (a BIG no-no according to poolboys), you'll run into a few reefs and a little fish around it. Not spectacular.
I don't know what you were expecting when it comes to snorkeling - fish live around coral reefs. Coral reefs don't get along well with sand banks. In general, you would pick one or the other. And beaches on Bora Bora are fantastic
I'm sure there could be some great marine life on the outer side of the atoll, but seeing the surge and swell there, you'd have to be completely crazy to go in with snorkeling gear.
I can't comment on other properties, but there's almost nothing to see at Thalasso (a waste of glass table in the living rooms), and just a tiny bit more around Le Moana.