Tahiti Pensions , French Polynesia: About them

As an alternative to the luxurious resorts and hotels there are a number of lodging family pensions and private homes in which to stay throughout the exquisite islands of French Polynesia. Staying in pensions is a delightful way to see and explore the charm of the islands and get to know the local people whilst on a budget. Many guests to the islands choose this experience to have greater personal contact with the islanders and to learn about the culture of the island. On some of the more remote islands, such as Rurutu, this is the only accommodation available.

Pensions vary greatly, some have individual rooms or bungalows with private bathroom and hot water, others may have larger rooms for guests to share and only cold water - though cold water is never that chilly in this tropical climate. Many pensions provide meals on request or you will have the use of a kitchen, most will also happily organise recreational activities for you or advise on the local area. The families that operate pensions and guesthouses take much pride in offering you a place in the grounds of their home, ensuring you are always comfortable and enjoy your stay.

The pensions listed are recommended by Diving World, all are of a high standard, clean and comfortable and will ensure your stay is a pleasant one.

Bora Bora Pensions , French Polynesia

MAI MOANA ISLAND
3 deluxe bungalows with stunning lagoon views on a private motu, eachwith private terrace, bathroom with hot water, television, mini-bar and house linens. There is a restaurant for guests and full or half-board can be catered for. Round trip transfers to the main island included.

CHEZ TAIPO
5 bungalows beside the lagoon, 30 minutes from the ferry dock. All have private kitchen and bathroom with cold water. House linens and round trip transfers included.

BLUE LAGOON
5 rooms on the lagoon side near Vaitape, a communal kitchen is available or dining requirements are catered for from the restaurant. The bathrooms are communal and provide hot water, all house linens are provided and round trip transfers included.

HOTEL MAITAI
This lovely resort nestles at the foot of a mountain in a gorgeous garden setting on the edge of the lagoon on the headland Matira Point. Sitting across from the tiny island, Motu Piti Aau, most of the rooms and bungalows offer exceptional views of the aquamarine lagoon. The hotel has been designed and built completely in Tahitian style and décor, and there are 4 variants on the room style you can accommodate.

Rangiroa Pensions , French Polynesia

CHEZ CECILE
A cluster of 6 bungalows, halfway between the airport and Avatoru Village, all with beach access. All bungalows have private bathroom (cold water) and all house linens are provided. For dining there is either kitchen access or meals can be provided on request. Round trip transfers included.

CHEZ MARTINE
4 bungalows, 2 of which are family units, on the lagoon side. All benefit from private terrace, bathroom with cold water and the provision of house linens. A kitchen is accessible to guests or meals can be provided on request. Round trip transfers included.

LE MEROU BLEU
3 bungalows on the lagoon side of the Avatoru Pass just 15 minutes from the airport. All are traditional in style and have private bathroom (cold water) and terrace. A restaurant is available for breakfast and dinner. House linens and round trip transfers are provided.

Bora Bora Pensions , French Polynesia

ARIANA
1 house with 2 separate bedrooms and 3 private bungalows situated in a lush park with beach access. The house has a sitting room, equipped kitchen and communal bathroom, all bungalows have private bathroom with cold water and house linens. A restaurant is open for either half or full board. Round trip transfers are included.

TEMARAMA
Located on the mountainside, 1.5 miles from the village Moerai in a lush garden, this house has 3 double rooms. There is a large sitting area, communal bathrooms with hot water and house linens. A kitchen is available for use by guests or half/full board can be requested. Round trip transfers are included.

Tikehau Pensions , French Polynesia

TIKEHAU VILLAGE
8 bungalows overlooking the lagoon, all with private bathroom (cold water) and the provision of house linens. A restaurant and bar is open to guests or a fully equipped kitchen is available. Bicycles are available to guests and round trip transfers are included.

CHEZ COLETTE
2 houses located in Tuherahera Village both with 2 bedrooms, sitting room, dining room, fully equipped kitchen and bathroom with cold water and the provision of house linens. Round trip transfers are included.

FakaravaPensions , French Polynesia