Located in Papeete, Maitai Express Tahiti is in the city center. Port de Papeete and Papeete Ferry Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Papeete Market and Tamanu Shopping Center. Visit our Papeete travel guide
Avenue Prince Hinoi, Papeete, 98714
What's nearby
Papeete Market
2 min walk - 0.2 km
Papeete Town Hall
3 min walk - 0.3 km
Notre Dame Cathedral
5 min walk - 0.5 km
Port de Papeete
2 min walk - 0.2 km
Papeete Ferry Terminal
5 min walk - 0.5 km
Getting around
Tahiti Faaa Intl. Airport (PPT)
10 min drive
Restaurants
Café Maeva
4 min walk
Kon Tiki Coffee
4 min walk
Vini Vini Fish'n'chill
3 min walk
Bora Bora Lounge
1 min walk
Kaūa’a Coffee
2 min walk
About this property
Maitai Express Tahiti
Hotel near Port de Papeete
Located close to Papeete Market, Maitai Express Tahiti has plenty to offer. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
Continental breakfast (surcharge), luggage storage, and an elevator
A 24-hour front desk and smoke-free premises
Room features
All 63 rooms have comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes.
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
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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
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Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Laptop workspace
Phone
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A tax is imposed by the city: XPF 150.00 per person, per night
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
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
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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
Property class
This property has received its official star rating from the French Tourism Development Agency, ATOUT France.
Frequently asked questions
Is Maitai Express Tahiti pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Maitai Express Tahiti?
As of 2026/9/19, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Maitai Express Tahiti on 2026/9/22 start from NT$7,298, 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 time is check-in at Maitai Express Tahiti?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM. Late check-in is available from 6:00 AM–
3:00 PM for a fee of 50%.
What time is check-out at Maitai Express Tahiti?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Maitai Express Tahiti located?
Located in the heart of Papeete, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Port de Papeete and Papeete Market. Papeete Ferry Terminal and Papeete Town Hall are also within 10 minutes.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Maitai Express Tahiti Reviews
9.0
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Very clean room, friendly staff and great location, directly across the street from the ferry and next to lots of restaurants and coffee shops. Highly recommend
Loved this hotel. The entire property was spotless, the rooms were clean and very comfortable. The location was great - close to the port, the market and restaurants.
Location is convenient. You can walk to most places. Staff friendly and helpful. Hotel rooms are very basic. No dresser for clothes or any hangers. Couldn't shut off night lights above head of bed. But, overall it's good and would stay here again.
The hotel is in an ideal location across from the Papeete harbor and close to many restaurants. There is breakfast but many options all around particularly the Urban cafe. The bed was very comfortable. My room and bathroom were small but not too small. Some traffic noise but good seals on windows. Very quiet air conditioning. Small safe and fridge. The room had bottled water though tap water is drinkable and you can fill a water bottle on some of the floors and in the lobby. Staff is very nice. I was able to leave my luggage for 3 days before my stay. There are laundry facilities. Great stay.
Adorable, newly decorated hotel. Spent one night here between flight and ferry to neighboring island. Would happily stay multiple nights. Ferry terminal is a 5 minute walk away, as is the expansive public market. We did not pony up for the continental breakfast so cannot comment on that. Room is comfortable and the bathroom has a nice walk in shower. Staff was excellent! Took advantage of the washer and dryer on the floor as well. Some noise travels easily in the hallways, I think because of the laminate floors, but this was a non factor for us. Good value! We highly recommend!
The staff was very helpful from checking in to helping with arrangements for taxis. The rooms were clean and location was central to all the attractions. The breakfast is too costly for what is offered.
Very clean and cozy place located in the downtown area not far from the airport and center of restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review
6/10 Okay
victor
2026/6/10
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The location is great,in downtown area and walking distance to cruise port. The staff were very helpful. We had a long wait to get into our room. The hotel was overpriced for what we got in my opinion. It was okay for a one night stay.
The room was clean .Sheets were crisp and comfortable. PILLOWS WERE GOOD. Bathroom was a bit small ,location great especially if you are catching the ferry to Bora Bora ,restaurants and the markets plus the food trucks within walking distance.
Very helpful staff. Excellent location. Our flight did not leave until midnight and they accommodated with a late checkout. We would stay here again and recommend the Maitai Express to family and friends.
The hotel does not offer breakfast, but there is a good place for breakfast right next to the hotel.
What a great place to stay. The property is right downtown, an easy walk to the cruise terminal and located in the middle of the restaurant district. The staff were very helpful and friendly.
Great hotel for the night/day before and after our flight. Good location in very clean. Restaurants and shopping all within feet of the hotel entrance and still only a 10 minute taxi away from the airport.