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Mahana Lodge Hostel & Backpacker

Hostel with free breakfast, steps from Papeete Market

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Interior
Lobby lounge
Free WiFi, bed sheets
Lounge
Reception

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
BP 44983, Papeete, Tahiti
  • Papeete Market
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Papeete Town Hall
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Port de Papeete
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Papeete (PPT-Tahiti Faaa Intl.)
    ‪6 min drive‬

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  • 172 sq ft
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8.0 out of 10
Very good
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  • 538 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Papeete

Mahana Lodge Hostel & Backpacker places you next to Papeete Market and Place Vaiete. The 8 rooms at this hostel include dining areas and sitting areas and guests can enjoy free breakfast.
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What's nearby

  • Papeete Market - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Papeete Town Hall - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Port de Papeete - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Papeete Ferry Terminal - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Robert Wan Pearl Museum - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Tahiti Faaa Intl. Airport (PPT) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Café Maeva - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Le Retro - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪L'oasis - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪L'O à La Bouche - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Le Bouchon Lyonnais - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Mahana Lodge Hostel & Backpacker

Hostel with free breakfast, steps from Papeete Market
Mahana Lodge Hostel & Backpacker features free WiFi in public areas, microwave in a common area, and refrigerator in a common area. Front-desk staff can assist with concierge services, luggage storage, and access to locker space. Additional amenities include a library, laundry facilities, and a TV in a common area.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Dining areas and sitting areas are other standard amenities. Bathrooms are shared.

Languages

English, French, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 8:30 AM

Things to do

  • Library
  • Shopping mall
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Living room
  • Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 2 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Separate dining area
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Living room
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: XPF 150.00 per person, per night

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-2:00 AM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Mahana Lodge Hostel Backpacker Papeete
Mahana Lodge Hostel Backpacker
Mahana Backpacker Papeete
Mahana Backpacker
Mahana Lodge Hostel & Backpacker Papeete
Mahana Lodge Hostel & Backpacker Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Mahana Lodge Hostel & Backpacker?

Mahana Lodge Hostel & Backpacker provides free cancellation on select room rates. For more details, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Mahana Lodge Hostel & Backpacker?

As of Jul 1, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mahana Lodge Hostel & Backpacker on Jul 18, 2025 start from $65.19, excluding 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.

What is there to do near Mahana Lodge Hostel & Backpacker?

This hostel is located in Papeete, just steps from Papeete Market and Papeete Town Hall, and within a short walk of Port de Papeete. You'll also find Notre Dame Cathedral and Papeete Ferry Terminal less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Mahana Lodge Hostel & Backpacker?

No, this hostel doesn't offer parking.

Does Mahana Lodge Hostel & Backpacker include a casino at the property?

No, Mahana Lodge Hostel & Backpacker doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Mahana Lodge Hostel & Backpacker?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Mahana Lodge Hostel & Backpacker?

Couples will appreciate amenities like a shopping mall, free breakfast, and concierge services at this hostel.

Does Mahana Lodge Hostel & Backpacker have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hostel.

Does Mahana Lodge Hostel & Backpacker have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Mahana Lodge Hostel & Backpacker offers free continental breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Will Mahana Lodge Hostel & Backpacker allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Mahana Lodge Hostel & Backpacker.

Does Mahana Lodge Hostel & Backpacker have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hostel.

Where is the closest airport to Mahana Lodge Hostel & Backpacker?

The closest major airport to Mahana Lodge Hostel & Backpacker is Tahiti Faaa Intl. Airport (PPT), which is 4.3 mi away (11 minutes by car). Another top airport is Moorea (MOZ-Temae), which is located 17.4 mi away (283-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Mahana Lodge Hostel & Backpacker?

No, there aren't any rooms with balconies at Mahana Lodge Hostel & Backpacker.

Mahana Lodge Hostel & Backpacker Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 77 out of 156 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 49 out of 156 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 156 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 156 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 156 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn L

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

6/10 Okay

Jacqueline

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Summary: okay stay. Not perfect, but I would stay again. 3.5-4/5 stars Positives - air conditioning in room - fridge/kitchen - surprisingly, despite there being only 6 showers for the entire hostel, I never had to wait - location: ten minutes or less to ferry - privacy curtains on beds - enough clearance under bunks to keep your suitcase - quiet--not a party hostel - breakfast provided: bread, cheese, oranges, spreads, coffee/tea - reality clean, though I think the bathrooms could use a clean - was able to leave my bags for a few hours and they even let me take a shower before heading to airport Needs Improvement: - wifi range a bit spotty and slow at times; need more bandwidth (or whatever the term is) so that it's faster. Also needed to be re-set at times - lockers in women's dorm dont actually lock - remotes for the A/C should not be kept in the room. The hostel should agree to a set temperature and keep it there. I stayed here twice and both times there was disagreements between dorm mates about what the temperature should be set at - need a mirror in the dorm - no windows in female dorm - breakfast ends a bit early @ 08:30 - I needed a computer to check-in for my flight, as my phone died. Hostel staff said they were not allowed to assist, even when I proposed they stand there and watch me input my info. - one of the bathrooms has no soap dispenser - no hot water in kitchen. This is a bit concerning in terms of sanitizing shared dishes and cutlery.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

WEERAPHAN

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
$100 without window, no sheets, and cockroach around ,very dirty, smells bad

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was excellent overall and offered excellent value. The one thing I did not like was the indigent people hanging out right outside the property who were smelly, smoked and sometimes made bad comments. They weren't too bad but they should not have been there.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

2/10 Terrible

M

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

No internet, noisy and cockroaches

We booked this place for one night before leaving at midnight to fly out of Tahiti. The staff were friendly and we were happy when checked in. The location is really good. You have to take shoes off in the hostel, including the toilet which can wet your socks (possibly water, likely pee on the floor). Whenever I needed internet, it wasn't there. It hardly exists whether you're in the room or lounge. (Their excuse was that they were full but it's still not okay.) We checked in and we closed the window which opens to the hallway. When we came back a couple of hours later, the window was open for some reason. We also saw a couple of cockroaches crawling on the bed. We only used the room to store luggage during the day and have a wee snooze before our flight but it barely met the expectation, with cockroaches on bed and almost no internet. I wouldn't be able to sleep multiple nights. It was good that towels were provided but they smelled. I rarely give poor reviews but it was not a pleasant experience staying here.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Shannon

Disliked: Cleanliness
I had a fun trip, the staff was very nice. the men that stayed I was not a big fan of, and I don't like sharing bathrooms or showers with me. those both stunk like mens ass that was very gross. the female dorm was great the girls were nice and respectful.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Cyrus

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

bryan

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

Great before a late night flight

We used this as a place to stay before out late flight out of Tahiti. It worked perfectly. We had a nice bed to rest on, a safe place to store our things while we explored, and a good bathroom to clean up in before our flight. I would certainly book here again for this same purpose.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Jasmine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location close to the harbor and was a good stay for a night.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gladys

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful staff. Super central location. Walking distance from the Ferry to go to Moorea and 1 Minutes walk from the Market and all the shop. Common area are spotless.

6/10 Okay

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness

Adequate crash pad for a night

this is a fine, bare-bones hostel in a good location. The main problem is zero sound insulation. Any noise in the room next to us sounded like it was happening in our room, so it was hard to sleep. Harsh fluorescent lighting. The one window in our room opened into the hallway where the main ceiling light shined right in our eyes in bed, and we couldn't cover it because there was no curtain.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kasandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Surprisingly surprised with how clean and how quiet it was. I liked my stay
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lance

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

Great base for exploring the Coromandel Peninsula

Very friendly welcome and roomy accommodations.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Esther

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

Great overnight after a long flight

The staff were wonderful. The location for visiting Papeete was first rate. The accommodation was clean and the breakfast simple but ample.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

4/10 Poor

Rei

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No hair dryer!!! Stinky towel. Terrible breakfast (only baguettes and jam). No shuttle from/to airport. There are other facilities that provide cleaner and cheaper accommodation WITH free airport shuttles.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joan

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

Clean hostel.

I stayed here as a day room before a late night flight. It’s convenient for the things I like to do in Papeete. Le Marche and food trucks. I’m too old for top bunks so only used room to store my things! They did try to accommodate my request for a low bunk.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s cool ok overall … fun!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Najib

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location very convenient and clean
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Briana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and simple. Great location for easy access to ferry & city
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Felix

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

Friendly and clean hostel

Very convenient, neat and clean for a hostel plus very friendly staff, super centrally located. Very good deal, good value for your money.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

6/10 Okay

Jamel

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Megan

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

Excellent location

Excellent location and very friendly staff. The rooms were small but adequate. Could be cleaner, but for thr price can't complain. The bed was extremely hard/firm so be prepared.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

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