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Taaroa Lodge Frommer's Recommended

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Location Papeete (PK 18.2 in Punaauia), West Coast
Phone 58.39.21
Fax 58.39.21
Web site www.taaroalodge.com
Room Information 1 room, 2 bungalows, 6 dorm beds (shared bathroom)
Prices 6,000CFP (US$75/£38) double; 10,000CFP (US$125/£63) bungalow; 2,500CFP (US$31/£16) dorm bed. Rates include breakfast. 2-night minimum stay
Credit Cards MC, V
In Room Amenities Bungalows only: TV, kitchen, coffeemaker, no phone
Other B.P. 498

Taaroa Lodge Review

Avid surfer Ralph Sanford bought the two bungalows at his humble lagoonside establishment in ritzy Paea as prefabricated kits in New Zealand; hence, they are larger and have more character than the cookie-cutter fares found at most small family-run establishments here. Their porches also present million-dollar views of Moorea, especially the one sitting beside the bulkhead along the lagoon. Each has a kitchen, TV, and ceiling fan. Behind them, an A-frame chalet houses a room with a double bed downstairs and a six-bed dormitory in the loft. The communal kitchen stays busy, as do Ralph's free kayaks (bring your own snorkeling gear). Grocery stores and snack bars are short walks away. In my opinion, this place has the top backpacker accommodations on Tahiti, even if you do have to stay at least 2 nights.

Facilities:
Communal kitchen; free kayaks

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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