Hotels on the beach in Papeete, French Polynesia
Hey! I love staying in a nice beachfront hotel - being able to go straight from your room down to the ocean is a priceless feeling. To help save some time when booking your next vacation I've put together this list of beach hotels and resorts in Papeete. I hope you will like it!
This page was last updated in June 2026.
The List 2 Amazing Beach Hotels in Papeete
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1 Tahiti Pearl Beach Resort
Papeete
Set among tropical gardens, alongside a beautiful black sand beach, Tahiti Pearl Beach Resort features an infinity pool, a day spa and a health club. Guests enjoy free unlimited internet access and free daily activities such as Tahitian dancing and yoga classes. Each air-conditioned room at Tahiti Pearl Beach Resort offers stunning views over Matavai Bay from a private patio deck. Free satellite TV is provided and some rooms include a hot tub. Guests have free access to a 24-hour business center. Le Tavai Spa offers massages, body treatments and a spa pool. The fitness center features stunning ocean views. The sauna and steam rooms operate from 09:30 to 19:00 daily. Hiti Mahana waterfront restaurant serves a mix of Tahitian, South-East Asian and Mediterranean cuisines. Guests can enjoy tropical cocktails and views over Matavai Bay at the Bay Bar. Tahiti Pearl Beach Resort is a 10-minute drive from Papeete city center. There is a free shuttle bus to the city, which operates 6 days a week. On-site recreation activities include daily cultural programs and arts and craft lessons.
Address Lafayette Beach - Pk7, Arue Show on map- Swimming pool
- Gym / fitness center
- Turkish bath
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2 Royal Tahitien
Papeete
Royal Tahitien is located on Tahiti’s eastern coast, along the lovely lagoon which faces the Island of Moorea. Boasting a private volcanic black sand beach, this property features an expansive lawn, an outdoor pool with hot tub and a waterfall cascading over rocks. The spacious guest rooms feature splendid views of water. Amenities include a personal safe, a work desk and a flat-screen TV. Bordering the lagoon and offering panoramic views, the restaurant specializes in European and French gourmet cuisine. Tahitien Royal is 1.9 mi from downtown Papeete and 3.1 mi from Musée de la Perle. Tahiti International Airport is 5.6 mi away.
Address Rue Temarii, Pirae Show on map- Swimming pool
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Hello! I try my best to keep this guide up to date and I last refreshed it in June 2026. Did I miss a hotel that should be on this list? Send me an email and let me know!