Heiata Lodge Papeete: Rooms, Photos and Reviews

The one-bedroom apartment includes a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and stove, and a washing machine outside the apartment. The bedroom has air conditioning, while the lounge has a fan; the property also offers a sun terrace with mountain views and a clothes line. Streaming services, a dining area, a work desk, and free toiletries are provided, along with fast free WiFi (55 Mbps).

Host Heiata offers personal airport pickup and drop-off services, often at a lower cost than a taxi, and arranges transfers to the ferry terminal. She provides free transport to the supermarket, gifts such as shell necklaces and Easter eggs, and even drives guests to pick up rental cars. The host also responds quickly on WhatsApp and recommends local tours, such as a full-day island tour with a friend.

Located 3 km from Tahiti International Airport, the apartment is a 15-minute walk from Plage Hokule'a and Paofai Gardens, and 1.1 miles from the ferry docks. The property sits on a steep hillside near the Presidential Palace and a major police station, giving a safe feel and mountain views from the balcony. Guests can walk to downtown Papeete, the waterfront market, and a Champion supermarket 0.6 mile away.

The lodge holds a 10/10 rating from numerous solo travelers and couples, with praise for the host's warm friendliness and helpfulness. Guests highlight the clean, spacious apartment and the well-stocked kitchen with condiments, coffee, tea, and bottled water. Many mention they would stay again, citing the comfortable bed, effective air conditioning, and thoughtful touches like personal care items.

Host Service: airport pickup, ferry drop-off, supermarket trip included

Kitchen: oven, stove, washing machine, condiments & bottled water

View: mountain vista from sun terrace and balcony

Location: 15 min walk to waterfront, safe near Presidential Palace

Security: 24-hour front desk, electronic gate, key access