Polynesian Cabins by Kon Tiki

Travelers start their day with a delicious breakfast before exploring local attractions with help from ticket assistance at the nearby Port de Papeete

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Located in the city center, Polynesian Cabins by Kon Tiki offers a welcoming coffee shop, bar, and restaurant. In-room WiFi keeps guests connected. The staff is consistently praised for their helpfulness, enhancing the overall experience.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NT$3,250
NT$3,928 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 4 - Apr 5

Room options

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Polynesian Cabin Double, shared bathrooms

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(22 reviews)
  • 75 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Polynesian Cabin (Accessible)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 97 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Bunk Beds

Polynesian Cabin Twin, shared bathrooms

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 75 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds
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About the neighborhood

Located in Papeete, Polynesian Cabins by Kon Tiki is in the city center. Robert Wan Pearl Museum and James Norman Hall Home are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Tomb of King Pomare V and House of James Norman Hall. Visit our Papeete travel guide
Map
Bd de la Reine Pomare IV, Papeete, Windward Islands, 98714

What's nearby

  • Papeete Market
    Papeete Market
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Papeete Town Hall
    Papeete Town Hall
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Notre Dame Cathedral
    Notre Dame Cathedral
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Papeete Ferry Terminal
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Port de Papeete
    3 min walk - 0.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Café Maeva
    7 min walk
  • Kon Tiki Coffee
    1 min walk
  • Reeftop
    1 min walk
  • Roulotte Chez Kimihere
    2 min walk
  • Bora Bora Lounge
    4 min walk

About this property

Polynesian Cabins by Kon Tiki

Hotel near Port de Papeete
Located close to Papeete Market, Polynesian Cabins by Kon Tiki provides a coffee shop/cafe, a bar, and a restaurant. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), an elevator, and a TV in the lobby
  • Tour/ticket assistance, luggage storage, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Polynesian Cabins by Kon Tiki boast perks such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and minibars.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Egyptian cotton sheets and memory foam beds
  • 6 bathrooms with designer toiletries
  • Communal kitchens, microwaves, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (XPF 2,000 per day); reservations required
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: XPF 3,500 for adults and XPF 2,400 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Communal living room
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

  • 6 shared bathrooms
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Mobile key entry

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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 (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: XPF 10000 per accommodation, per stay
  • 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 buffet breakfast: approximately XPF 3500 for adults and XPF 2400 for children
  • Nearby parking fee: XPF 2000 per day (656 ft away)

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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
Property Registration Number D19977

Property is also known as

Kon Tiki Tahiti Polynesian Cabins
Polynesian Cabins by Kon Tiki Hotel
Polynesian Cabins by Kon Tiki Papeete
Polynesian Cabins by Kon Tiki Hotel Papeete

Frequently asked questions

Is Polynesian Cabins by Kon Tiki pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Polynesian Cabins by Kon Tiki?

As of 2026/3/29, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Polynesian Cabins by Kon Tiki on 2026/4/4 start from NT$3,250, 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 Polynesian Cabins by Kon Tiki?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Polynesian Cabins by Kon Tiki?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Polynesian Cabins by Kon Tiki located?

Located in the heart of Papeete, this hotel is within a 10-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

Polynesian Cabins by Kon Tiki Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

8.2

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 172 out of 295 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 65 out of 295 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 32 out of 295 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 295 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 295 reviews

Reviews

Verified

2/10 Terrible

Linda

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
I was put in a room with a ladder going up to the bed, not the picture of the room I booked.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Leaving your phone on a taxi when you go completely paperless can be scary experience. The hotel staff turned it into a good one.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Noelene

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and for a one night transit stop it was a good choice. Close to the ferry terminals and ships we also had an array of restaurants close by. Not at all happy with the bar staff on the roof at who were more interested in enjoying themselves than serving customers so we took our money elsewhere and had dinner at another place. The reception staff were very efficient and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

gligorco

Staff is nice, hotel is clean, the cabins are no good, too small, no pool, no gym, no atm, no vending machines.. good luck if u need water or soda at night… everything is closed,
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

2/10 Terrible

colin

Room was mini to the extreme
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Daniel

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is probably the worst place I have stayed in years. Basically a hostel by anything but name and price. Pros: location is right opposite the ferry terminal. Cons (just a selection): The cabins are extremely tiny (basically 1-1.5 sqm and a claustrophobic bed) and bathrooms/showers are shared (a handful per floor, ~20 rooms). Hygiene is questionable at best: there was a small blood stain on our bed linen, people use the corridors to dry their clothes, toilets not being flushed, etc. In the showers, you have to press a button every 10-15 seconds to get water flowing. There is just one small lift which constantly has a queue. We were only given one key card (for 2 people) which meant we had to take turns going to the bathroom, and this card stopped working on the first day. One of the guys at front desk was super condescending when we tried to go to their bar/cafe which was indicated as open but was apparently closed, though the rest of the staff are friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Patrick

She didn't say I had to use my card to go through a door and there were all the rooms so I was wondering around trying to figure it out until another quests show me... Also the wifi password downstairs the could have told me
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

K

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Yes
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Georsadd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This was my second stay here for another short layover. The room I was assigned this time did not have a fridge, unlike my previous stay. Still, it was fine for a short layover.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Georsadd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location, about a 10-minute drive from the airport and right behind the ferry terminal. The reception staff were friendly, and the showers and toilets were kept clean. The Polynesian Cabin double room has a bit of an odd layout since you have to climb a ladder to get into the bed. Overall, it’s fine for a one-night layover in Papeete.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Estefania

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location, very friendly staff and good value for money
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cadre original
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

LORRAINE

Everything well maintained. Daily room service. Bathroom facilities cleaned more than daily. Staff agreeable and helpful. 24 hour front desk.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Estefania

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location, super convenient. Clean, tidy and serves its purpose. Second time staying here. Will be back
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Becky

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room and facilities, friendly and welcoming staff, roof top bar was a lovely bonus
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
So easy after a middle of the night arrival and a middle of the night departure 10 days later. We moved to the main Kon Tiki hotel rooms which were stunning inbetween staying at the cabins.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Hotel bruyant, mal insonorise avec les chambres d a cote.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
.
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Felix

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Kabinerne er gode og veludnyttede. Morgenmaden er alt for dyr sammenlignet med udvalget. Reeftop på toppen er genial. En af de bedste steder på Tahiti til en sundowner
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Perfect 2am landing pad. Everything we needed. Beds so comfortable. Firm but soft. Would stay again in a heart beat.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristine

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
AC worked great, comfortable bed good convenient location right across from the ferry
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
all good
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

marc alain

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Superbe endroit et un personnel formidable
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

MITSUKO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
受付のスタッフがとても親切に 色々対応してくれました。
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Sergiy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ok
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025