Raiatea Lodge Hotel
On the white sandy shores of Raiatea, the Sacred Isle, you will find Raiatea Lodge Hotel. Raiatea is the ancient home of the Polynesian people and is a land rich in heritage and natural beauty. The spectacular landscapes of Raiatea will sweep you away on a warm breeze of island paradise.
A beautiful colonial mansion, the hotel sits at the end of a coconut grove in the grounds of colourful flowers and lush green plants overlooking the glistening waters of the lagoon. Raiatea Lodge Hotel boasts to guests four room types to select from to accommodate any requirements you may have during your stay. The hotel also offers an informal restaurant with traditional Polynesian dishes and the opportunity to participate on a wide range of cultural and sporty excursions into the lagoon and Raiatea mainland.
Raiatea lodge hotel
Raiatea Lodge Hotel sits on the west coast of Raiatea, also known as the Sacred Isle. Raiatea is found north of Tahiti in the Leeward archipelago and is the spiritual home of the first people to settle French Polynesia. The island was also the centre of mass migration to other islands, including Tahiti, and as far as New Zealand.
To reach Raiatea, you need to take an international flight to Faa’a International Airport in Tahiti before catching a domestic flight to Raiatea. The Raiatea Lodge Hotel is accessed via a shuttle service organised by the hotel from the nearby airport in Uturoa.
The lodge is roughly 10 minutes away from the centre of Uturoa and is a short drive away from most shops and attractions along the main island road.
- Unique colonial-style hotel
- Famous Polynesian hospitality
- Swimming pool available
- Traditional Polynesian food served in on-site restaurant
- Wifi offered throughout the hotel
- Standard and family rooms available
- Snorkelling and diving adventures await
- Beaches within walking distance
Raiatea Lodge Hotel is the ideal Polynesian retreat. Just 10-minutes from Raiatea’s main town Utuora and across the road from the beach, Raiatea Lodge Hotel is a warm and welcoming environment to rest and relax.
The charming colonial building’s first floor and garden bungalows in the grounds form the hotel accommodation, with space provided for single travellers, couples and family groups. Each of the rooms come with air conditioning, wifi and private balconies where you can sit and enjoy the gardens or gaze out over the lagoon.
The hotel’s facilities include free wifi in all locations, an outdoor pool, shuttle service to the airport on Raiatea (for an additional cost) and parking (subject to availability). The hotel also offers additional equipment for many of their activities, especially water sports such as snorkelling and kayaking.
The standard room at Raiatea Lodge Hotel is a light and airy room found on the first floor of the main building. The rooms come with a soft double bed and private balcony with views sweeping the tropical gardens or hotel pool below. The elegant teak furniture and soothing neutral tones of the standard room will transport you away on a breeze of island bliss. The standard room can accommodate up to three guests with the space to include the third on an additional single bed.
The standard rooms also come with: air conditioning, fridge, fan, private bathroom with toiletries, TV, outdoor furniture, desk and a wake-up service.
The lagoon view rooms can also be found on the first floor of the hotel’s main building and offer a soothing space to relax and enjoy the gorgeous hotel grounds all the way to the lagoon. The bathrooms in the lagoon rooms have been recently renovated for guest comfort and the rooms can accommodate two people only.
The lagoon room boasts: a double bed, private bathroom stocked with toiletries and a bathrobe, air conditioning, tea and coffee making facilities, fan, fridge, desk, TV, balcony with outdoor furniture and a wake-up service.
Located amongst the exotic flowers and plants in the hotel gardens you can stay in their double bungalow. Each bungalow has been decorated in cool colours and tropical details for a fresh and welcoming atmosphere. The double bungalow also comes with a separate living and dining space so you feel at home away from home.
The bungalows also come with: a big double bed, balcony with outdoor furniture, a private bathroom, tea and coffee making facilities, air conditioning, fan, fridge, sofa, TV and a wake-up service.
The family bungalow is the most spacious type of accommodation available at Raiatea Lodge Hotel. The bungalow contains two bedrooms, a double bedroom and a twin bedroom, to accommodate four guests. The vibrant colours and stunning setting of the family bungalows will please any requirements and the size of the bungalow ensures everybody is happy.
The bungalows also offer: a private bathroom with toiletries and a bathrobe, air conditioning, fan, tea and coffee making facilities, fridge, dining area, living space with a sofa bed, TV, and a fully furnished terrace.
Raiatea Lodge Hotel offers guests a relaxed restaurant experience boasting gourmet cuisine cooked with Polynesian love. The restaurant is proud to create mouth-watering dishes that will set your tastebuds alight. Expect to find exotic dishes such as mahi mahi, lobster, tuna, parrots and marlins on the dinner menu as well as tender red meats from New Zealand.
For guests staying at Raiatea Lodge Hotel, breakfast is a meal not to be missed. The homemade pastries fill the morning air with a sweet smell and the local fruit bids you a colourful good morning. In addition to the breakfast and dinner menus, the lodge also offers a lunchtime snack menu that combines the elegance of the evening meals with the simplicity of lunchtime.
After a delicious meal, relax in elegant surroundings and enjoy one of the exquisite drinks on the menu. Indulge in a fruity cocktail made with local Polynesian fruits, or sample rum made locally on the neighbouring island of Taha’a.
The island of Raiatea is bursting with unique experiences and hidden treasures waiting to be found. Raiatea Lodge Hotel offers multiple excursion opportunities for you to explore the island and surrounding lagoon free of charge.
The Raiatea Lodge Hotel activities available are:
- Canoe/Kayak – Glide across the lagoon as you take a canoe or a kayak to Motu Miri Miri, one of the few white sandy beaches on Raiatea.
- Bicycle Route – Cycle the island on a bike and tour the indoor markets and shops of Uturoa.
- Snorkelling – Borrow lodge snorkelling equipment and meet the local marine wildlife that live near the lodge pontoon.
- Swimming – Swim in the lagoon or glistening lodge swimming pool and enjoy the warm rays of the sun.
- Hotel entertainment – The lodge offers guests the use of board games during their stay or access to the on-site library.
Alongside their free activities, Raiatea Lodge Hotel offers numerous paid excursions into Raiatea and her smaller sister Taha’a. Each of the adventures provided by the lodge cater for all travel tastes, fitness levels and experience seekers. It is advised for the paid activities to book these prior to your trip where possible to ensure your place.
The paid lodge excursions are:
- Taha’a Tour – Discover the vanilla isle by sea in a boat tour of the island, departing from and returning to the lodge’s pontoon.
- Scuba Diving – Five-minutes away from Raiatea Lodge Hotel is a diving centre where you can dive with trained instructors and visit the stunning coral reefs in the lagoon.
- Raiatea Island Tour – Explore the sacred isle with a professional guide full of local knowledge and legends.
- Mountain Hiking Trails – Trek the hiking trails of the lush Raiatea jungle; visit the spectacular three waterfalls or climb Mount Temehani.
- Jet Ski Experience – A thrilling ride across the waves of the lagoon awaits you on this jet ski adventure.
- Windsurfing and Paddle boarding – Water sport enthusiasts will delight in the option to explore the coastline and lagoon of Raiatea windsurfing or on a paddle board.
- Faaroa River Cruise – Cruise the only navigable river with a guide on your choice of canoe or motorboat.
- Massage – Indulge in a traditional Tahitian massage at the lodge with a trained local massage therapist.
- Vehicle Hire – The lodge offers guests the option to hire a vehicle through them at competitive rates for you to use throughout the duration of your stay.
Children of all ages are welcome at the hotel and a cot can be provided at no additional cost upon request.