Papeete for one night?
Sep 20, 2011, 1:02 pm
Mar 22, 2018, 12:08 pm
InterContinental Resort Tahiti
Pointe Tata A Faaa, PF 98702
InterContinental Tahiti Update (17 Photos)
InterContinental Resort Tahiti
Check In
Was efficient and friendly , our friends were also upgraded to a panorama lagoon view room and OTW bungalows .
Room
We only can speak for the OTW bungalows . Did not view the other rooms or suites in buildings on terra firma . We were just too jet lagged flying in from Auckland , etcetera or exhausted from our fun activities on our Pure Polynesia cruise on M . S . Marina :)
For the OTW bungalows , you have a choice of the rustic non renovated ones which I stayed in many moons ago .
IMHO & FWIW , the renovated ones do belong to this forum but the non renovated ones do not . However , they may after the refurbishment / renovation which are supposed to be happening soon - this year .
Lovely to be able to jump into the water any time . All sorts of colourful fish and even some live coral for viewing . ( We had our own masks / snorkel but am sure the activities centre - at the other end of the property - can provide them )
Unrenovated bungalows , soon to be redone . Lotus , the restaurant , is on the left
The renovated OTW bungalows are in front of the main building and pool
This is 501 , forgot to take photos of the interiors
Dining
Breakfast is ok . The buffet spread is spread out . Lots of tropical fruits , etcetera . There is a cook to order egg station , be prepared to wait even if the line / queue is short ..
Dinner is passable if just overnight . Some interesting dishes . Do ask a more senior waiter / waitress who understands you !
As for desserts , the ice creams / sorbets we enjoyed tasting - especially the “ exotic “ ones . If you are adventurous enough , try the offering of ‘ local ‘ desserts
There is a good Marquesas show on Wednesday night which is worth watching .
Service
Service ranges from slow to alright , “ this is French Polynesia - go with the flow “ ;)
Friendly & generally , helpful
Slipped on lower deck / pontoon after a rather ‘ high ‘ tide ( there aren’t supposed to be tides ) yesterday making it mossy ?
FYI , reception has antiseptic lotion & gauze . Hopefully , nothing more is required by anyone or more serious happens to guests .
Pleasantly surprised ..
The evening duty manager called and came by with the medical kit . Somewhat dressed my wounds , what was obvious , as I said I did not require medical attention .
She was caring and has a warm personality , ‘ not just going through the motions ‘ .
Location
Very convenient to the airport , like 5 / 10 minuets / minutes .
More to the port / town .
It is perpetually fully booked , many pre / post cruise plus other Island hoppers
Was trying to find a photo with a plane approaching for landing . What you see so far are outriggers & the like ..
Found these 2 with a plane landing approach
Overall
Glorious sunrises & sunsets !
Spot the fish , very clear water near our OTW bungalows
Arguably the best in Papeete , as the locals say .
As you can see , well positioned too for views of Moorea !
Will stay in the MOTU OTW bungalow .
The bungalows we stayed had their own ‘ house ‘ reefs - lots of colourful fish . Sea cucumbers too .
Kayakers often go by or even under the OTW bungalows , fun & can be exhilarating watching them , even the kids practising .
Mar 31, 2018, 9:58 pm
Depends on what class you are on , there maybe a wait . We were ok on ANZ Business though .
The crowds could be due to young Islanders flying to AKL with a parent or 2 for Ed Shereen ’ s concerts
Apr 1, 2018, 8:50 am
Apr 1, 2018, 11:48 am
Depends .. and also where else are you visiting in French Polynesia ?
Possibly not in the OTW bungalow if departing before 7 am .
If a bit later , will have some time to snorkel / swim in the sea at sunrise , quite an experience .
You can also do this in numerous locations in French Polynesia
Apr 1, 2018, 7:45 pm
How late ? Early ?
Depends .. and also where else are you visiting in French Polynesia ?
Possibly not in the OTW bungalow if departing before 7 am .
If a bit later , will have some time to snorkel / swim in the sea at sunrise , quite an experience .
You can also do this in numerous locations in French Polynesia
Apr 2, 2018, 4:48 am
No need for the OTW bungalow then as you ‘ ll be in other islands where you can experience the wonders of the sea , etcetera .
Apr 2, 2018, 7:58 am
If you are taking the ferry across to Moorea, then you should stay in town. The Tahiti Nui is excellent and you can walk to the ferry pier from there.
As I've said many times before, it's sad people ignore Tahiti. There is much to see and do there and a rental car makes for a pleasant few days.
The Moorea Hilton is fine if a little cramped as they have too many rooms for a relatively small area. I've stayed at the Moana on Bora Bora - a nice beach but it lacks a view of Mt Otemanu, as does the Conrad which faces out to the ocean. It's been upgraded recently so should be OK.
Apr 2, 2018, 8:17 am
Apr 2, 2018, 10:20 am
From the time we landed, walked to the hotel (3 minute walk), and put our head on the pillow, it was 20 minutes. Room was clean, and quiet
Last edited by CanuckFlyHigh; Apr 2, 2018 at 2:17 pm
Apr 2, 2018, 10:38 am
If you are taking the ferry across to Moorea, then you should stay in town. The Tahiti Nui is excellent and you can walk to the ferry pier from there.
As I've said many times before, it's sad people ignore Tahiti. There is much to see and do there and a rental car makes for a pleasant few days.
The Moorea Hilton is fine if a little cramped as they have too many rooms for a relatively small area. I've stayed at the Moana on Bora Bora - a nice beach
but it lacks a view of Mt Otemanu, as does the Conrad which faces out to the ocean. It's been upgraded recently so should be OK.
Agree that Tahiti has much to see & do . Glad we did a round the island this time , brought back / jolted memories
Much has not changed but the town itself has grown , as has the port to accommodate the yachts along with the cruise ships !
Quite a few good / interesting restaurants .. including MEMENE near the “ market “ ( which is fun to browse / shop ) & next to the Tahiti Pearl Market / Luxury .
Glad we chose Intercontinental as it met our needs and was good for getting over some jet lag pre cruise just for overnight & for exploring / re acquainting with Tahiti post cruise
But one must stay in a renovated MOTU OTW bungalow , only then can we remotely include the InterContinental here . It helps that one has a view of Moorea even when lying in bed . Also own coral clumps
Think I also posted this somewhere .If one is in one of the suites with a glass ‘ floor ‘ at The Moorea Hilton , it should be alright .
Had to pay for another night ‘ s stay at the InterContinental . All late check outs are chargeable
, that is if one can even secure a late checkout !! Our friends could not . As mentioned before , this hotel is perpetually running at 100 % .For us , our ship M . S . Marina had a night in dock so late or rather early arriving passengers could stay the night onboard . Just in case , some passengers may have been thrown by the international dateline
?Last edited by FlyerEC; Apr 2, 2018 at 10:48 am
Apr 2, 2018, 10:40 am
From the time we landed, walked to the hotel (3 minute walk), and put our head on the pillow, it was 20 minutes. Room was clean, and quiet.
Last edited by mike_la_jolla; Apr 2, 2018 at 1:43 pm
