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Punatea Village

On private beach with outdoor pool, near Motu Nono

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Family Bungalow, Ocean View | 1 bedroom, individually furnished, WiFi, bed sheets
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Family Bungalow, Ocean View | 1 bedroom, individually furnished, WiFi, bed sheets
Punatea Village overlooks Motu Nono, offering a peaceful retreat with an outdoor pool, children's pool, and sun loungers. Guests enjoy the sunny terrace, garden, free WiFi, laundry facilities, and bicycle rentals. Maui Beach is just a short distance away.

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • On private beach
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
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On the beach

This guesthouse has a private beach. Listen to the sound of the waves while taking a stroll on the white sand beach. Notable activities close by include snorkeling and whale watching.

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Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Daily housekeeping
Wardrobe or closet
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Bungalow, Ocean View | 1 bedroom, individually furnished, WiFi, bed sheets

Family Bungalow, Ocean View

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Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Refrigerator
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Premium Bungalow | 1 bedroom, individually furnished, WiFi, bed sheets

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Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Daily housekeeping
Wardrobe or closet
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

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BP8840, PK 4.7, Taravao, Taiarapu-Est, 98719

What's nearby

  • Motu Nono - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Mitirapa Beach - 9 min drive - 5.8 miles
  • Taravao Viewpoint - 10 min drive - 4.4 miles
  • Maui Beach - 14 min drive - 9.2 miles
  • Teahupo'o Surf Break - 27 min drive - 18.0 miles

Getting around

  • Tahiti Faaa Intl. Airport (PPT) - 73 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Le Manoa - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪La Plage De MAUI - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Mc donald's Taravao - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Chez Loula et Remy - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Tuati - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Punatea Village

Guesthouse near Motu Nono
Located close to Maui Beach, Punatea Village provides an adjacent golf course, a terrace, and a garden. Adventurous travelers may like the cycling at this guesthouse. Free WiFi in public areas and laundry facilities are available to all guests.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool, along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Free bicycle rentals, a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and barbecue grills
  • Tour/ticket assistance, meeting rooms, and smoke-free premises
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as separate dining areas, in addition to amenities like WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
  • Decks/patios, wardrobes/closets, and separate dining areas
  • Ceiling fans and daily housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (XPF 600 per hour)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • Children's pool
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On a private beach
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Separate dining area

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for in-room wireless internet: XPF 600 per hour (rates may vary)
  • Airport shuttle fee: XPF 7000.00 per person (roundtrip)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Punatea Village House Afaahiti
Punatea Village House
Punatea Village Afaahiti
Punatea Village Guesthouse Taiarapu-Est
Punatea Village Guesthouse
Punatea Village Taiarapu-Est
Punatea Village Guesthouse
Punatea Village Taiarapu-Est
Punatea Village Guesthouse Taiarapu-Est

Frequently asked questions

Does Punatea Village have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Is Punatea Village pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Punatea Village?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Punatea Village?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Punatea Village?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Punatea Village provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of XPF 7000.00 per person applies.

Where is Punatea Village located?

Located in Taiarapu-Est, this beachfront guesthouse is next to a golf course, 1 mi (1.6 km) from Motu Nono, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Maui Beach and Jardins Botaniques. The Water Gardens of Vaipahi and Bain de Vaima & Vaipahi Spring Gardens are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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Reviews

Punatea Village Reviews

7.2

Good

7.2

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

7.0

Staff & service

7.6

Eco-friendliness

6.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 33 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Cynthia

Coming from the US just needed locks on windows. Property is beautiful. I enjoyed myself. The area is beautiful!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

John

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It’s a bit run down. Not super clean, no soaps etc provided. The beach was great as is the property itself. Just hasn’t had much up keep in years. If they invested a bit it could be really nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

ian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The bungalow was very nice. The grounds are very nice. A separate communal fully equipped kitchen and dining area but nothing provided. Lovely swimming pool. There is a fridge, but no tea making facilities in unit. The best pizza just down the road we have ever tasted. Pity we did not have more days. This is a great place to chill out and relax.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The grounds look amazing and well kept, but the rooms look nothing like the pictures. The sheets are piling and mismatched/thin, the ceiling has mold, the fans are broken. Staff not friendly. Best part: coconuts
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

4/10 Poor

Phill

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Ann

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Private, beach front, simply amazing

Simply amazing, we had an Ocean View Bungalow for just the one night (if we had the time we would have loved to have stayed longer). Private beach, swimming pool, comfortable bed and so private, we felt like we had the entire place to ourselves. Highly recommend for couples or people like us who have spent weeks at sea and instead of staying overnight in Papeete on our Cruise Ship opted to rent a car and see the the real Tahiti. Loved it.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Patrice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

2/10 Terrible

NARDELLI

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Vraiment mal entre tenu Ventilateur crasseux Pas de lumière extérieure Oreilles literie sale Chambre très étroite Salle de bain commune , pas d’eau chaude Plein de bestioles
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

William

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Séjour sans problème

Une nuit sur place. Tout s'est très bien passé. Bungalow donnant sur la plage très agréable. Petit bémol sur la baie vitrée qui ne fermait pas pleinement, ce qui n'aurait pas été gênant s'il n'y avait pas eu beaucoup de vent cette nuit-là. La nuit a été fraîche et le drap du lit était un peu insuffisant. Le bungalow est propre, on voit que la.proximité de la mer abîmé un peu le mobilier et les murs. Pour la cuisine, un espace commun est disponible. Je trouve le tarif un peu cher pour la prestation. Mais j'avais un bungalow pour moi seule.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Claude

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

4/10 Poor

Roberto

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I spent 8 nights at Punatea Village and I greatly enjoyed my stay. The owner was very kind and accommodating. He upgraded me to a bungalow for 6 of my 8 nights at no extra cost. The kitchen is very clean and comes with all the utensils you need for cooking. It has a communal refrigerator. The lounge eating area is covered. The grounds is well maintained , with numerous beautiful tropical plants and trees. There is a nice swimming area which is protected from the surf by a wall of boulders. There is a small, well-maintained swimming pool. The rooms are pleasant, without refrigerators, and with a well -maintained shared bathroom. The bungalows are very nice equipped with a refrigerator, ceiling fan, and a mosquito net, which you really don’t need. There are very few mosquitoes!
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

nicolas

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Diana

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

Hidden gem

Husband and wife couple chose this place because we were winging it without confirmed plans. Yikes. However this place was one of the only affordable places left and we booked it. We were so happy with the little resort. It's rustic, cozy, relaxed, Beach side, free onsite water toys like kayaks. A real easy experience. The host was super chill and helpful. Free communical kitchen for wine openers, morning coffee, appliances worked, decor was very local. If you like small hidden gems, this is it! We would certainly book it again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Chip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is right on the beach, 100m away from a Magasin (dairy) and only 4km away from the small town of Taravao. Kitchen facilities and complimentary tea and coffee are great. Very clean and the fan in my room was great for keeping the temperature down. Hands down the best value for money on my ten day trip. Note:- The welcoming dog is a bit loud but he's on a chain and it is completely safe. He calms down after a few times walking past.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Catherine

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

Petit coin de paradis bien tranquille

Une soirée dans un cadre magnifique , un jardin et une petite plage très agréable , dans un bungalow simple mais très propre ,,il manquerait peut-être un petit déjeuner mais je pense que le propriétaire ( fort sympathique ) l envisage
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Punatea Village is nicely located at the ocean. Unfortunately the bungalows are very outdated and in need of repair. The bungalows only have a fridge but no kitchen. There is a communal kitchen which makes the whole place feel like a hostel. We were very unlucky with torrential rain for the full two days that we stayed here in late April 2019. The owner is very friendly and speaks a little English.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

6/10 Okay

Jean Michel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is remote which is nice if you like that kind of thing. Very pleasant stay and low key. It is a distance from the airport and not much to eat around. If staying longer, they have a nice kitchen to prepare meals, which I would have done if staying longer The property does show some wear and tear, but the overall atmosphere and experience were very enjoyable. You can't beat the location right on the shore with windows open to hear the surf.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service

Buetiful location

Could be improoved with Air Conditioning & TV
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2017

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

great hotel for a privacy getaway

My wife and I enjoyed our stay at Punatea Village. Our cabin was close to the beach, so we had the sound of the surf to put us to sleep at night. The hotel is on the windward side of Tahiti iti, which gave us active surf and a cool breeze all day and evening. The best part of our stay was that it is far from the expense and crush of the "tourist" destinations. The only major drawback was the lack of restaurants in the area, so we made do cooking ourselves The people are friendly and helpful, but it helps to speak a little French,though we managed without it. If you wish to be pampered, this it not a location you would like, but if you are coming to mingle with the locals and enjoy quiet and relaxation, Punatea Village is a good place to spend a week or two. You can always drive back to Papeete if you want a more active (expensive) experience, but know that the traffic on Tahiti is a challenge.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2017

4/10 Poor

Veronica

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Totally misleading

Booking was deceiving because it claimed "airport shuttle" and did not mention it wasn't free. Upon pickup I was shocked to discover "a surcharge" and they were so rude about it and would not negotiate splitting the HIDDEN fee. Since I had nowhere else to go, I bit my tongue and covered the charge but also reported it to my bank for a full refund. While the property IS beautiful and authentic Tahitian, and the room comfortable, it was SHABBY and the staff could not be more discourteous and the website also neglected to mention that the BATHROOM IS SHARED with everyone pretty much. Ugh.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2017

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