Polynesian Cabins by Kon Tiki
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Summary of reviewsPolynesian Cabins by Kon Tiki, located in the heart of Papeete and directly across from the ferry terminal, offers unparalleled convenience for travelers. The hotel's prime position allows easy access to the bustling city center, markets, shops, restaurants and other main transport links, making it an ideal choice for both transit visitors and those looking to explore downtown Papeete. Surrounded by a vibrant area filled with delicious food trucks and amenities, guests consistently praise its superb geographical positioning and soundproofed rooms.
The hotel rooms, although small, impress with their cleanliness and modern, minimalist decor. Designed for efficiency, these cabins feature individual lights, power sockets and well-maintained facilities. While some guests note the lack of windows and limited space that may feel cramped for those with ample luggage, the air conditioning, cleanliness and value for money are significant perks. Shared bathrooms are kept impeccably clean, although the number of restrooms may be insufficient during peak times.
Guests appreciate the hotel's rooftop bar and restaurant, which offers fantastic views and a lovely ambiance. The food, particularly the pizza, receives positive remarks and the staff's friendliness and efficiency further enhance the dining experience. Despite some occasional discrepancies, such as the restaurant being closed unexpectedly, the overall dining experience is favorable.
Breakfast receives mixed reviews with guests enjoying the terrace setting and good quality coffee, but some finding it pricey and suggesting a need for more fresh local options. The exceptional cleanliness throughout the property leaves a lasting impression on guests with housekeeping frequently commended for maintaining immaculate rooms and facilities.
The staff at Polynesian Cabins by Kon Tiki are a highlight, often described as friendly, welcoming and extremely helpful. The reception team provides excellent service, offering great sightseeing advice and ensuring a pleasant check-in experience. While there are occasional mentions of inflexibility, the majority of feedback is overwhelmingly positive regarding the staff’s professionalism and assistance.
WiFi at the hotel garners mixed reactions; though some guests find it reliable, others experience connectivity issues. Parking is another area with divided opinions, as it can be limited and sometimes incurs an additional fee, despite being advertised as free. However, parking availability nearby is noted as convenient by some travelers.
Overall, Polynesian Cabins by Kon Tiki stands out for its convenient location, clean and comfortable accommodations, excellent staff and pleasant rooftop dining experience, making it a top choice for visitors to Papeete.
The hotel rooms, although small, impress with their cleanliness and modern, minimalist decor. Designed for efficiency, these cabins feature individual lights, power sockets and well-maintained facilities. While some guests note the lack of windows and limited space that may feel cramped for those with ample luggage, the air conditioning, cleanliness and value for money are significant perks. Shared bathrooms are kept impeccably clean, although the number of restrooms may be insufficient during peak times.
Guests appreciate the hotel's rooftop bar and restaurant, which offers fantastic views and a lovely ambiance. The food, particularly the pizza, receives positive remarks and the staff's friendliness and efficiency further enhance the dining experience. Despite some occasional discrepancies, such as the restaurant being closed unexpectedly, the overall dining experience is favorable.
Breakfast receives mixed reviews with guests enjoying the terrace setting and good quality coffee, but some finding it pricey and suggesting a need for more fresh local options. The exceptional cleanliness throughout the property leaves a lasting impression on guests with housekeeping frequently commended for maintaining immaculate rooms and facilities.
The staff at Polynesian Cabins by Kon Tiki are a highlight, often described as friendly, welcoming and extremely helpful. The reception team provides excellent service, offering great sightseeing advice and ensuring a pleasant check-in experience. While there are occasional mentions of inflexibility, the majority of feedback is overwhelmingly positive regarding the staff’s professionalism and assistance.
WiFi at the hotel garners mixed reactions; though some guests find it reliable, others experience connectivity issues. Parking is another area with divided opinions, as it can be limited and sometimes incurs an additional fee, despite being advertised as free. However, parking availability nearby is noted as convenient by some travelers.
Overall, Polynesian Cabins by Kon Tiki stands out for its convenient location, clean and comfortable accommodations, excellent staff and pleasant rooftop dining experience, making it a top choice for visitors to Papeete.
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Guest Reviews
Polynesian Cabins by Kon Tiki boasts an enviable location right in the heart of Papeete. Situated directly across from the ferry terminal, it offers unparalleled convenience for those looking to travel to Moorea or other nearby islands. Guests repeatedly praise its prime position, highlighting that it's just a short walk from the bustling city center, markets, shops and a variety of restaurants.
The hotel's central spot makes it an ideal choice not only for transit visitors catching an early or late ferry but also for travelers wanting to explore downtown Papeete and its numerous attractions. Accessibility is another strong point, as it's easy to get to from the airport, making it perfect for stopovers.
The surrounding area is vibrant with delicious food trucks offering local Tahitian cuisine and a plethora of amenities within walking distance. Many reviews underscore the convenience and strategic location of the hotel, particularly its proximity to main transport links and city sights. Despite its central location, the rooms are well soundproofed, ensuring a comfortable stay. Overall, Polynesian Cabins by Kon Tiki stands out for its superb geographical positioning, making it a top choice for visitors to Papeete.
Polynesian Cabins by Kon Tiki has garnered mixed reviews regarding their breakfast offerings. Guests appreciate the unique concept of enjoying breakfast on the terrace and find the communal coffee area to be a pleasant feature. The breakfast itself is often described as good with notable mentions of great omelettes and excellent coffee. Some highlight the variety available at the breakfast buffet and a few have found the breakfast to be quite decent and even excellent.
However, several reviews point out that the breakfast is on the pricey side with many guests feeling that the quality-price ratio is questionable. Some suggest that fresh local fruits and fruit juice would be better options compared to what is currently offered. There is also mention of apparent confusion amongst staff regarding whether breakfast is included in the room price, leading to some misunderstandings.
Overall, while the breakfast experience at Polynesian Cabins by Kon Tiki has its strengths, the high cost and certain areas for improvement in composition and offerings are recurring themes in guest feedback.
Polynesian Cabins by Kon Tiki offers a notable dining experience, particularly with its rooftop bar and restaurant. Guests frequently highlight the fantastic views, lovely ambiance and overall vibe of the rooftop setting, making it a memorable place to dine. The restaurant serves very good meals with the pizza being specifically praised. The experience is further enhanced by the modern and clean amenities, including great rain showers and high-quality products.
Additionally, the helpful and excellent staff are a standout feature. Diners can enjoy their meals at the Surfhouse restaurant on the 7th floor, which is lauded for its wonderful food and stunning setting. The bar on the roof is often described as beautiful, lovely and fantastic, albeit noted by some as being a bit expensive.
The convenience of having multiple dining options like the restaurant, bar and cafe, along with the proximity to the ferry terminal, adds to the appeal. However, it is important to note occasional discrepancies such as the restaurant being closed or not matching the pictured expectations. Overall, the rooftop dining experience at Polynesian Cabins by Kon Tiki receives positive remarks for its setting, food quality and excellent ambiance.
Polynesian Cabins by Kon Tiki offers a unique stay experience that caters to travelers looking for functional and modern accommodations at reasonable prices. The rooms are small, yet they are meticulously clean and well-appointed, making them suitable for short stays and quick transitions, especially for those catching a ferry or flight early in the morning.
The cabins are creatively designed to maximize space, featuring bunk-style beds with individual lights, power sockets and a small shelf or a high double bed, which some guests found challenging to access due to the ladder design. The lack of windows in the cabins was noted by many, making the rooms feel a bit confined and dim, though the provided air conditioning helps to maintain comfort.
Guests appreciated the modern and minimalist decor, as well as the cleanliness and functionality of the rooms. However, the cabins are not the best choice for travelers with ample luggage, as space is very limited and can feel cramped. This setup is ideal for those needing just a bed to rest for a night rather than a full-fledged hotel room.
Shared bathroom facilities are kept clean but can suffer from low water pressure and the number of restrooms may be inadequate during peak periods. Noise from neighboring areas, such as street activity and nearby bars, can be a disturbance for some guests. Despite these drawbacks, the hotel offers good value for money with its efficient cabin concept, providing a modern and comfortable stay for its guests.
The beds at Polynesian Cabins by Kon Tiki earned high praise from guests for their comfort and unique features. Reviewers frequently mentioned the super comfortable, high-quality mattresses and bedding, as well as the enormous size of the beds, including a notable king-size option. The LED lights around the bed were a much-loved modern touch that added to the overall pleasant sleeping experience.
However, there are a few practical considerations to note. Many beds are elevated, often described like bunk beds and can only be accessed via a steep ladder, which could pose challenges for those with balance issues or when handling suitcases. Agility is definitely required to navigate these spaces. Despite this, the consensus remains that the comfort and cleanliness of the beds significantly contribute to a positive stay.
Overall, the Polynesian Cabins provide a good value compared to downtown options with their standout feature being the clean, large and exceedingly comfortable beds.
Polynesian Cabins by Kon Tiki boasts an exceptional reputation for cleanliness, consistently praised by guests. The rooms, shared bathrooms and communal areas are all noted to be spotlessly clean and in very good condition. Modern facilities and recent renovations contribute to the pristine state of the property with everything appearing new and well-maintained. Reviewers frequently highlight how the shared bathrooms and showers are impeccably cleaned, often after each use and are kept in tip-top condition at all times.
Housekeeping is often commended for their perfect execution of duties, ensuring that the establishment remains one of the cleanest many guests have ever experienced. The reception and service staff also receive high marks for their efficiency and friendliness. Overall, Polynesian Cabins by Kon Tiki stands out for providing a clean, modern and comfortable stay, which has left a lasting positive impression on its visitors.
Polynesian Cabins by Kon Tiki is widely praised for its exceptional staff, who make every effort to ensure guests have a delightful stay. The team is frequently described as very friendly, welcoming and extremely helpful with many reviewers emphasizing their warm and professional demeanor. Housekeeping staff are noted for being friendly and efficient, contributing to clean, convenient rooms and facilities.
Guests consistently highlight the polite and professional nature of the staff with many stating the team goes above and beyond to assist with any needs or questions. The reception staff, in particular, receive high marks for their excellent service, providing great sightseeing advice and ensuring a pleasant check-in experience. The manager and receptionists are attentive and helpful, often accommodating special requests such as late check-outs and luggage storage.
While the feedback is overwhelmingly positive, there are a few mentions of the reception staff being less flexible at times and a night manager reluctant to make changes. However, these instances appear to be exceptions rather than the rule.
Overall, the kindness, efficiency and welcoming spirit of the staff at Polynesian Cabins by Kon Tiki significantly enhance the guest experience, making it a recommended choice for a stay in Papeete.
The WiFi at Polynesian Cabins by Kon Tiki has received mixed reviews from guests. Many guests mentioned that the WiFi worked perfectly and described it as great and free. However, some noted issues such as the need to reconnect every hour, unreliable connection quality and frequent drops in the internet connection. Overall, while some travellers found the WiFi satisfactory, others experienced inconsistencies that affected their experience. Additionally, there were mentions of the television not working, which could be a consideration for guests relying on streaming services.
Polynesian Cabins by Kon Tiki offers private parking for guests, although it appears that the parking location may be further away from the accommodation itself. Some reviews noted that parking can be very limited and sometimes comes with an additional fee, despite being advertised as free. Guests mentioned experiencing difficulty parking near the facility and finding that no parking assistance was provided. While some found the available parking nearby to be convenient, others highlighted the challenge of parking, especially for travelers coming to explore Tahiti.
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Location
The hotel's central spot makes it an ideal choice not only for transit visitors catching an early or late ferry but also for travelers wanting to explore downtown Papeete and its numerous attractions. Accessibility is another strong point, as it's easy to get to from the airport, making it perfect for stopovers.
The surrounding area is vibrant with delicious food trucks offering local Tahitian cuisine and a plethora of amenities within walking distance. Many reviews underscore the convenience and strategic location of the hotel, particularly its proximity to main transport links and city sights. Despite its central location, the rooms are well soundproofed, ensuring a comfortable stay. Overall, Polynesian Cabins by Kon Tiki stands out for its superb geographical positioning, making it a top choice for visitors to Papeete.
Breakfast
However, several reviews point out that the breakfast is on the pricey side with many guests feeling that the quality-price ratio is questionable. Some suggest that fresh local fruits and fruit juice would be better options compared to what is currently offered. There is also mention of apparent confusion amongst staff regarding whether breakfast is included in the room price, leading to some misunderstandings.
Overall, while the breakfast experience at Polynesian Cabins by Kon Tiki has its strengths, the high cost and certain areas for improvement in composition and offerings are recurring themes in guest feedback.
Dinner
Additionally, the helpful and excellent staff are a standout feature. Diners can enjoy their meals at the Surfhouse restaurant on the 7th floor, which is lauded for its wonderful food and stunning setting. The bar on the roof is often described as beautiful, lovely and fantastic, albeit noted by some as being a bit expensive.
The convenience of having multiple dining options like the restaurant, bar and cafe, along with the proximity to the ferry terminal, adds to the appeal. However, it is important to note occasional discrepancies such as the restaurant being closed or not matching the pictured expectations. Overall, the rooftop dining experience at Polynesian Cabins by Kon Tiki receives positive remarks for its setting, food quality and excellent ambiance.
Rooms
The cabins are creatively designed to maximize space, featuring bunk-style beds with individual lights, power sockets and a small shelf or a high double bed, which some guests found challenging to access due to the ladder design. The lack of windows in the cabins was noted by many, making the rooms feel a bit confined and dim, though the provided air conditioning helps to maintain comfort.
Guests appreciated the modern and minimalist decor, as well as the cleanliness and functionality of the rooms. However, the cabins are not the best choice for travelers with ample luggage, as space is very limited and can feel cramped. This setup is ideal for those needing just a bed to rest for a night rather than a full-fledged hotel room.
Shared bathroom facilities are kept clean but can suffer from low water pressure and the number of restrooms may be inadequate during peak periods. Noise from neighboring areas, such as street activity and nearby bars, can be a disturbance for some guests. Despite these drawbacks, the hotel offers good value for money with its efficient cabin concept, providing a modern and comfortable stay for its guests.
Beds
However, there are a few practical considerations to note. Many beds are elevated, often described like bunk beds and can only be accessed via a steep ladder, which could pose challenges for those with balance issues or when handling suitcases. Agility is definitely required to navigate these spaces. Despite this, the consensus remains that the comfort and cleanliness of the beds significantly contribute to a positive stay.
Overall, the Polynesian Cabins provide a good value compared to downtown options with their standout feature being the clean, large and exceedingly comfortable beds.
Cleanliness
Housekeeping is often commended for their perfect execution of duties, ensuring that the establishment remains one of the cleanest many guests have ever experienced. The reception and service staff also receive high marks for their efficiency and friendliness. Overall, Polynesian Cabins by Kon Tiki stands out for providing a clean, modern and comfortable stay, which has left a lasting positive impression on its visitors.
Staff
Guests consistently highlight the polite and professional nature of the staff with many stating the team goes above and beyond to assist with any needs or questions. The reception staff, in particular, receive high marks for their excellent service, providing great sightseeing advice and ensuring a pleasant check-in experience. The manager and receptionists are attentive and helpful, often accommodating special requests such as late check-outs and luggage storage.
While the feedback is overwhelmingly positive, there are a few mentions of the reception staff being less flexible at times and a night manager reluctant to make changes. However, these instances appear to be exceptions rather than the rule.
Overall, the kindness, efficiency and welcoming spirit of the staff at Polynesian Cabins by Kon Tiki significantly enhance the guest experience, making it a recommended choice for a stay in Papeete.
Wi-Fi
Parking
No, Polynesian Cabins by Kon Tiki doesn't have any pool.
No, a spa isn't available at Polynesian Cabins by Kon Tiki.
No, Polynesian Cabins by Kon Tiki doesn't allow dogs.
Yes, parking facilities are available at Polynesian Cabins by Kon Tiki.
No, Polynesian Cabins by Kon Tiki doesn't have a gym.
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