Sheraton Hotel Tahiti & Spa

Frommer's Review

A 15-minute walk to downtown and a quick drive to the airport, this state-of-the-art hotel was built in 2000-01 on the site of the old Hotel Tahiti, whose massive thatched-roof public areas hosted many a local soiree. With Tahiti's largest meeting space, the Sheraton still serves as one of the city's prime gathering places. Curving steps under a huge shell chandelier lead down to Quinn's Bar, an overwater dining room, and an expansive courtyard with a lagoonside swimming pool and sand piled behind a breakwater, which helps compensate for the lack of a natural beach. A whirlpool perched atop a pile of rocks beside the pool allows for a terrific view of Moorea. Except for 10 suites, which have one or two bedrooms, the spacious units are virtually identical except for the vistas off their private balconies. "Superior" units directly face Moorea, but you actually pay less for them since they are slightly smaller than the "deluxe lagoon" units facing the open ocean or harbor (someone who's never been to Tahiti must have devised that policy). This is a good choice for a short layover when you don't need a beach. TOPdive, one of French Polynesia's best operators, has a base here.

Facilities:
2 restaurants; bar; outdoor pool; health club; exercise room; spa; concierge; activities desk; car-rental desk; Wi-Fi in public areas; salon; limited room service; massage; babysitting; laundry service

Note: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.

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