Rising just above the crystal blue lagoon and amongst the tropical beauty of the South Pacific on the west coast of Tahiti sits Manava Suite Resort Tahiti. An environmentally conscious resort complex consisting of lagoon-facing and chic garden rooms, marine fun and famous Polynesian hospitality, Manava Suite Resort offers anything you could desire for a memorable visit. Whether you are seeking a tranquil Tahitian spa stay or thrilling aquatic adventure, Manava Suite Resort can provide it all.
Manava Suite Resort Tahiti, Puna'auia, French Polynesia
Manava Suite Resort Tahiti can be found on the west coast of Tahiti right on the edge of the lagoon. The hotel sits minutes away from the only international airport on the island (Faa’a International Airport) and is near the Tahitian capital Papeete. To access the hotel guests will either need to use the shuttle bus service, a taxi, or a hired car as there is no public transport. The hotel is ideally situated for guests to explore the western coastline and lagoon of Tahiti, to access shopping facilities and the airport, or to use as a relaxing stop on a road trip using the island’s main road.
- Spectacular lagoon location
- Different-sized rooms to accommodate up to 6 people
- Good location for airport and island access
- Contemporary dining
- EarthCheck certified
- Spa and gym
- Water activities centre on-site
- Resort boutique offering souvenirs and small gifts
The resort offers 121 rooms across eight different room types, each with their individual twist to provide modern convenience mixed with Polynesian flavour. For an informal or stylish dining experience the resort presents two different restaurants for your dining pleasure. Taapuna Bar & Restaurant Tahiti is ideal for a meal by the water and the cosy ambiance of Restaurant Vaitohi makes for the perfect intimate evening.
The resort not only features restaurants for guests to use, but they also offer many different facilities and services to give you peace of mind during your stay. The resort hosts a water activities centre, offers a taxi boat service to the capital Papeete, a glistening outdoor pool, fully equipped fitness centre, a standard road shuttle service to Papeete, a car rental service and on-site boutique with Polynesian souvenirs.
For the environment conscious traveller, Manava Suite Resort has made strides in recent years towards an eco-friendly future with their efforts to be more sustainable culminating in a certification by the international advisory company EarthCheck.
The standard rooms at Manava Suite Resort are found in the main building of the hotel and come with everything you could desire for a comfortable stay. The rooms are all decorated in traditional Polynesian colours with a modern flair for the perfect balance of island life and modern style.
The rooms boast: a queen-sized bed, desk, TV, private bathroom with a bath and shower, air conditioning, ironing facilities, ceiling fan, WiFi, x2 220v sockets and electric shaver sockets 220v and 110v.
Bigger than the standard rooms, the garden studio can accommodate up to three guests per nights. The rooms have gorgeous views across the tropical gardens in the hotel grounds and Puaauia mountain. Some of the studio rooms are located on the ground floor to make them accessible for guests with limited mobility.
The Garden Studio also comes with: a private bathroom with bath and shower, kitchenette stocked with microwave, fridge, hob, kettle and utensils, a sofa, air conditioning, ceiling fan, private terrace, TV, WiFi, ironing facilities, desk, x2 220v sockets and electric shaver sockets 220v and 110v.
The Lagoon Studio is similar to the Garden Studio, however it offers guests additional stunning views across the Tahiti lagoon and the island of Moorea. The studio room comes with everything you could need and more to ensure you have a perfect experience. Alongside the Garden Studio, there are Lagoon Studio’s located on the ground floor of the hotel that are accessible for visitors with mobility issues.
The studio comes with: a private bathroom with bath and shower, kitchenette stocked with microwave, fridge, hob, kettle and utensils, a sofa, air conditioning, ceiling fan, private terrace, TV, WiFi, non-smoking rooms, ironing facilities, desk, x2 220v sockets and electric shaver sockets 220v and 110v.
The Garden Suite is bigger than the studio room of the same name and comes with a full living and kitchen space as well as a spacious terrace overlooking the exotic tropical flowers in the hotel garden. In the garden suite kitchen you can expect a microwave, fridge, hob, kettle and cooking utensils.
The Garden Suite also comes with: a private bathroom with bath and shower, a sofa, air conditioning, ceiling fan, private terrace, TV, WiFi, ironing facilities, desk, x2 220v sockets, electric shaver sockets 220v and 110v and sweeping views of the beautiful resort grounds.
A big and beautiful modern room, the lagoon suite provides spectacular views of the lagoon and Moorea as well as a full kitchen and living space alongside the bedroom. With perfect harmonious decor, the Lagoon Suite is an ideal choice during your stay.
The living facilities the lagoon suite provides are a private bathroom, air conditioning, ceiling fan, sofa, furnished terrace, TV, WiFi, ironing facilities, a desk, x2 220v sockets and electric shaver sockets 220v and 110v.
For an evening in your own company the lagoon suite offers a kitchen stocked with a microwave, fridge, hob, kettle and cooking utensils alongside a full dining table.
Feel as if you are home with the Duplex Suite. The Duplex Suite is set against the backdrop of the dramatic Tahitian mountains and is perfect for family groups. The suite can accommodate up to four guests and comes fully equipped with a bedroom, bathroom, separate toilet, small office, kitchen, living room and terrace.
Your suite also comes with: a mezzanine, air conditioning, ironing facilities, ceiling fan, dining table, TV, wifi, desk, x2 220v sockets and electric shaver sockets 220v and 110v.
The biggest room at Manava Suite Resort Tahiti and also set against the backdrop of the mountains, the Two Bedroom Duplex Suite can accommodate up to six people. Guests will be spread out across two bedrooms, three separate toilets, two bathrooms, an office, a fully equipped kitchen, living room and private terrace.
The duplex suite also offers guests a mezzanine, air conditioning, ironing facilities, ceiling fan, dining table, TV, wifi, desk, non-smoking rooms, x2 220v sockets and electric shaver sockets 220v and 110v.
This spacious apartment overlooks the beautiful blue lagoon and creates a peaceful atmosphere for ultimate tranquillity. With the capacity to accommodate up to four guests the Lagoon Apartment is perfect for groups and couples alike.
The Apartment comes with: lagoon and mountain views, air conditioning, sofa, ironing facilities, ceiling fan, dining table, TV, wifi, desk, x2 220v sockets, electric shaver sockets 220v and 110v, fully equipped kitchen and a private bathroom.
The bar and restaurant sit lagoon-side overlooking the crystal-blue waves with Moorea island in the distance. The cuisine on offer at Restaurant Tahiti is a mix of upmarket and contemporary dishes with a Polynesian twist. The variety of food you can expect to find served in the restaurant includes seafood, steaks, burgers, salads and delicious deserts. Taapuna Bar boasts a chic and sophisticated atmosphere where visitors can enjoy a classic cocktail under the Polynesian sunset.
With an elegant design, the restaurant provides guests with a beautiful setting to relax and enjoy a family meal or a romantic evening. All dishes created by the chef using the freshest ingredients to create an explosion of colour and flavour to give you a dining experience you will never forget. Flavours such as pumpkin cappuccino with coconut, tuna, the exotic yuzu fruit and mahi mahi fish can all be found on the menu.
The restaurant’s main dining room is spacious and richly decorated for that chic but inviting feel and the restaurant also features a charming covered terrace that overlooks the gardens where you can enjoy lunch under the warm sun.
The hotel bar lounge has been recently redecorated to celebrate contemporary Polynesian style. You can expect to find fantastic classic and fun cocktails alongside a welcoming atmosphere with Punavai Lounge Bar.
Manava Suite Resort Tahiti proudly offers guests the option to book all their water sport adventures directly through the hotel with the on-site activities centre (all at additional cost). Some of the many activities on offer with the activities centre includes:
- Jet ski – Ranging from one to two hours this thrill-seeking adventure takes you into the lagoon to explore the waves
- Baby jet ski – A thrilling adventure designed for younger children where you can rest easy knowing their safety is key. This activity runs for around 30 minutes per session
- Underwater scooter – This half an hour unique experience will take you through the tropical waters of the lagoon to meet the animals that swim there
- Taxi boat – This taxi boat service can be conducted with other guests or as a private experience
- Paddle – Try your hand at stand-up paddling with this two hour, half day or full day activity
- Kayak or transparent kayak – Set off and explore the coral reefs that surround Tahiti in a kayak and view the marine wildlife through the clear bottom. You can take kayaks onto the lagoon for two hours, half a day or a full day
- Sunset boat – Take this one-hour cruise across the ocean and delight as you gaze across the beautiful shores of Moorea
- Snorkelling tour – This two-and-a-half hour cruise sweeps you away for a journey on the ocean to Moorea before you go below the waves on underwater scooters to experience the marine wildlife
- Whale watching – Watch the whales and their calf’s swim through the warm Pacific waves on this half-day boat ride
- Donuts boat – For an unusual day rent out the hotel’s floating barbecue for three or seven hours and make a day with your friends and family you will never forget
- Dolphin tour – Take this one-hour boat tour up the wild coastlines of Tahiti and ride the waves with the dolphins
The Manea Spa at Manava Suite Resort is a haven of peace, relaxation and tranquility. The Manea spa has been carefully curated to offer the highest-quality service in health and well-being, following in the traditional Tahitian practice of taurumi (a traditional massage – believed to be a spiritual connection and therapy).
The spa takes advantage of its beautiful natural surroundings alongside the taurumi philosophy to create the perfect environment. The Manea Spa offers a range of traditional and new treatments from state-of-the-art machines such as Cellu M6 slimming, massages, body treatments, facials and beauty treatments. Your body, mind and soul can rest easy in the capable hands of the spa.
Manava Suite Resort Tahiti has taken a pledge to become more environmentally responsible and has begun to implement eco-friendly policies where possible around the hotel. The hotel has since joined the EarthCheck certification scheme and been awarded a bronze certification in recognition of their commitments to sustainability. The EarthCheck accreditation scheme is run by one of the leading advisory travel groups who work with governments, travel companies and destinations to advise for a cleaner and sustainable future.
A bronze certification can assure visitors of the hotels’ continuing commitment to change and sustainability. Manava Suite Resort Tahiti aim to achieve the highest EarthCheck certification within the next ten years, platinum.
Children of all ages and families are welcome with Manava Suite Resort Tahiti