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Maitai Express Tahiti

2.0 star property
Hotel with a 24-hour front desk, 3-minute walk to Papeete Market

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Reception
Signature Suite | Living area | 110-cm LCD TV with cable channels
Standard Suite | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
Signature Suite | Balcony view
Signature Suite | Living area | 110-cm LCD TV with cable channels

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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

Room options

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Standard Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(42 reviews)
  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Suite | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Suite

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 378 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

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Signature Suite | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Signature Suite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 390 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Marina view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Papeete

Maitai Express Tahiti places you next to Port de Papeete and Place Vaiete. This 63-room hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi and a 24-hour front desk.

What's nearby

  • Papeete Market - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Port de Papeete - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Papeete Town Hall - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Papeete Ferry Terminal - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Notre Dame Cathedral - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Le Sully - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Reeftop - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Café Maeva - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Kon Tiki Coffee - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Bora Bora Lounge - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Maitai Express Tahiti

Hotel with a 24-hour front desk, 3-minute walk to Papeete Market
At Maitai Express Tahiti, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with access to locker space and luggage storage.
110-cm LCD TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include safes and wardrobes or closets.

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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 transportation

  • 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.
  • Elevator (43 inch wide door)
  • Grab bar near toilet (35 inches high)
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

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-percent 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

  • 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.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately XPF 3300 for adults and XPF 1650 for children
  • Nearby parking fee: XPF 3500 per day(886 ft away; open 24 hours)
  • Late check-in fee: 50-percent of room rate for check-in between 6:00 AM and 3:00 PM

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-11:30 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers offsite parking (reservations required).

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.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Maitai Express Tahiti Hotel
Maitai Express Tahiti Papeete
Maitai Express Tahiti Hotel Papeete

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Maitai Express Tahiti?

Maitai Express Tahiti provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For additional details, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Maitai Express Tahiti?

As of Nov 23, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Maitai Express Tahiti on Dec 11, 2025 start from $136.33, 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 can I see around Maitai Express Tahiti?

This hotel is located in Papeete, just steps from Papeete Market and Port de Papeete, and within a short walk of Papeete Ferry Terminal. You'll also find Papeete Town Hall and Robert Wan Pearl Museum less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Maitai Express Tahiti?

No, there isn't parking at the hotel but you'll find nearby parking for XPF 3,500 per day (reservations required).

Does Maitai Express Tahiti include a casino at the property?

No, Maitai Express Tahiti doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Maitai Express Tahiti?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Does Maitai Express Tahiti have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Maitai Express Tahiti have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Maitai Express Tahiti offers continental breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Will Maitai Express Tahiti allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Maitai Express Tahiti.

Are there connecting rooms at Maitai Express Tahiti?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from Maitai Express Tahiti?

The closest major airport to Maitai Express Tahiti is Tahiti Faaa Intl. Airport (PPT), which is 4.1 mi away (10 minutes by car). Another top airport is Moorea (MOZ-Temae), which is located 17.5 mi away (283-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Maitai Express Tahiti?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel offer a balcony where guests can enjoy marina or city views.

Maitai Express Tahiti Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 190 out of 285 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 52 out of 285 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 30 out of 285 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 285 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 285 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ivo, Boca Raton

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great check in and location
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

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

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy

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

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

valeria

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bryan

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

Nice Hotel with Incredible Staff

Our stay at the Maitai Express Tahiti was great. The staff were some of the friendliest and helpful of any hotel staff I've ever experienced. The room was clean and comfortable. If we ever make it way back to Tahiti, we would definitely stay at the Maitai Express Tahiti again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful staff. Small but modern room. The location was great- not far from cafes, restaurants and the Papeete Markets.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
New clean up to date. Excellent property. Limited food options for breakfast and no onsite restaurant.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable. front desk staff knowledgeable, friendly, and accommodating. Excellent location for pre cruise stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Debra

Traveled with partner
The bed was very hard, two nights of terrible sleep. The toilet is so high that when I sat down my feet were a few inches off the floor. Bathrooms are tiny.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Loren

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Located across the street from the cruise ship Regatta and in the heart of a bustling area. Clean and quiet hotel, fantastic front desk person and the most comfortable bed and pillows I have ever slept on and I have chronic night pain and had none last night
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
MaiTai Express Tahiti is the perfect spot to unwind after a long international flight or before catching a ferry. The location is great, especially since it’s just a short walk to the famous market and plenty of places to eat. The bed was very comfortable, and the staff kindly let me store my luggage after check-out so I could explore without worry. I’d definitely recommend this place to fellow travelers
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Duke, Dallas

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

6/10 Okay

Svetlana

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is very accommodating and friendly, However, the rooms are small, bathrooms are tiny. Shower had no water pressure whatsoever. In addition, our room smelled like brined fish. I’m glad we just needed to spend one night.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jerry

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

You'll like this hotel

We stayed there 4 night 2 weeks apart. It's a great hotel right in the middle of the cruise port area. The rooms were small by American standards, but immaculate and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Gundi, Roseville

Traveled with partner
Small room, breakfast nothing special and we had to pay. No eggs or anything warm, just bread items and no fruit.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

man

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Alexia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenna

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nelly

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gerald

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

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Walked off the cruise ship and right to our hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

BEVERLEY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Reception staff incredibly friendly and helpful. Location very convenient to access restaurants, the market and ferry terminal.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Elizabeth

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