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Highest rated hotelTEA Tahiti Holidays – 5
Cheapest month to bookFebruary

Your guide to finding the best hotels in Papeete, French Polynesia

To make the most of your time in Papeete, find a hotel that’s right for you. We’ve collected some of the city’s best hotels, from luxury to budget-friendly.

Best time to visit Papeete

Papeete is an interesting travel destination year-round, but what you hope to do (or avoid) during your trip should be considered before booking, such as weather and price. Low and high season in Papeete

Busiest month(s): Papeete experiences its busy season in October, leading to an average nightly rate of $302. If you're planning to travel during this period should expect increased costs compared to the slower seasons, when average nightly prices decrease to $255.

Quietest month(s): Snag savings on your hotel stay and avoid peak season prices by taking your trip in March, when the average cost per night average is $255.

Papeete is a great destination if you hope to experience moderate rainfall and more temperate weather.

If you are looking to avoid wet weather, visit Papeete in September when you can avoid the rainy season, which takes place in December.

October is the most expensive month to stay in Papeete, so plan accordingly. When prices peak, you can expect to spend an average of $302 per night on a room. Prices are usually highest on Friday. No matter the time of year, Sunday is often the cheapest day to book hotels.

Where to stay in Papeete

Get the most out of your time away at the best hotel at a price you like. Whether it's a 5-star resort or a popular place in the middle of the city, there are plenty of perfect choices in Papeete.

Popular hotels in Papeete

The Fare Suisse Tahiti is another fantastic choice if you're seeking comfort at a great price. With a 3-star rating, it provides excellent value. The hotel offers an oceanfront view, restaurant, pool, and fitness center.

The Hotel Tahiti Nui is a 3-star hotel that has plenty of amenities, including a free Wi-Fi, Outdoor pool, fitness center, and on-site restaurant.

The Hotel Sarah Nui is a 3-star hotel that offers a modern and comfortable design, as well as a pool, gym, restaurant, and spa.

Things to do in Papeete

In the center of the city, you can find well-known attractions and things to do like the Poe Charter Tahiti. Explore other interesting sites like the Papeete Roulottes and the Municipal Market. If you're a foodie, you'll find a lot of great restaurants, like Le Grillardin, L'O a La Bouche, Meherio Tahitian Bistro, Les 3 Brasseurs, and Le Retro.

Finding cheap hotels in Papeete: FAQs

In Papeete, the expected average temperature in May is 27°C. The warmest month is typically March, which averages 28°C. The coolest month is August, with temperatures averaging 24°C. The rainiest month is December, and the driest month is September.
You can always cancel or amend your hotel reservation if you need to, but look out for hotels in Papeete with free cancellation or flexible booking options if you want to protect your money. Some hotels allow you to cancel and get your money back if your plans change.
Of course - the cheapest hotel deal we found within the next seven days is $105 per night. If you need somewhere in the next 24 hours, we've found you somewhere to stay for $124 per night.
The average price of a hotel during the week is $335 per night, and the average price on weekends is $315. Overall, it looks like the cheapest day to stay in Papeete could be Thursday.
The nearest airport to Papeete is Papeete Airport (PPT), which is 4.6km from the city centre.

Other airports include:

Temae Airport, which is 21.9km from the city centre.
We crunched some numbers on our calendar and found that Thursday is the cheapest day to stay in Papeete. And the most expensive day seems to be Wednesday
The average price of a 3-star hotel in Papeete is currently around $358 per night. And the cheapest 3-star hotel we found is $279 per night.
The cheapest month to stay in a hotel in Papeete is February, with an average price of $277 per night. The most expensive month is May, when the average room rate can rise to $346 per night. These average prices are based on all the hotels we found – from hostels through to fancy 5-star hotels.
The average price of a hotel in May is $346 per night, which is around 12% higher than the rest of the year.
Get your morning laps in at Hotel Tahiti Nui, Hilton Hotel Tahiti and TEA Tahiti Holidays.