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Maison Taina

Mountain retreat where helpful staff make the difference, with an outdoor pool for invigorating swims and peaceful surroundings to truly unwind

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Maison Taina offers a tranquil mountain escape where travelers can start their day with a continental breakfast and coffee from the café on site. The outdoor pool provides a refreshing break, while the garden and private sun loungers create perfect spots to relax after exploring.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar

Room options

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Double Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Double Room

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Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Comfort Double Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Comfort Double Room

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Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Quadruple Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Quadruple Room

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Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Family Quadruple Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Family Quadruple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds
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About the neighborhood

Located in Arue, Maison Taina is in the mountains. Papeete Market and Tamanu Shopping Center are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Plage Lafayette and Parc Bougainville. Visit our Arue travel guide
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4 Rue Heirai Vaipoopoo F, Arue, Windward Islands, 98701

What's nearby

  • James Norman Hall Home featuring signage
    James Norman Hall Home
    13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Tomb of King Pomare V which includes heritage elements
    Tomb of King Pomare V
    2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • House of James Norman Hall
    13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Tombeau du Roi Pomare V
    2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Plage Lafayette
    4 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Tahiti Faaa Intl. Airport (PPT)
    24 min drive

Restaurants

  • La Crêperie
    5 min drive
  • L'Agora
    6 min drive
  • Le Cheval d'Or
    7 min drive
  • Mobil Gas Station Pirae
    4 min drive
  • Hitimahana Restaurant
    5 min drive

About this property

Maison Taina

Guesthouse near Papeete Market
Take advantage of free continental breakfast, a terrace, and a garden at Maison Taina. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Outdoor furniture and a water dispenser
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Maison Taina boast thoughtful touches such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Communal kitchens with refrigerators, dishwashers, and microwaves
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products, ovens, and blenders

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (once per stay)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Cleaning supplies
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Free bottled water
  • Microwave
  • Mixer
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Rice cooker
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Spices
  • Stovetop

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee for check-in between 10:00 PM and 5:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between November 17 and November 19.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: XPF 60.00 per person, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Late check-in fee for check-in between 10:00 PM and 5:00 AM

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Maison Taina Arue
Maison Taina Guesthouse
Maison Taina Guesthouse Arue

Frequently asked questions

Does Maison Taina have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Maison Taina pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Maison Taina?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available from 10:00 PM–5:00 AM for a fee.

What time is check-out at Maison Taina?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Maison Taina located?

Situated in the mountains, this guesthouse is within 2 mi (3 km) of James Norman Hall Home, House of James Norman Hall, and Tomb of King Pomare V. Tombeau du Roi Pomare V and Plage Lafayette are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Maison Taina Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.6

Amenities

10

Staff & service

9.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 89 out of 95 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 95 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 95 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 95 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 95 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandeep

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An excellent mason d'hote. Valerie, Laurent and Tom are kind and knowledgeable. The views from the room and the kitchen rival any in Papeete.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The accomadations were fabulous. The host and hostess kind and welcoming. The pool was relaxing. I am giving it a 4 stars only because you could not walk anywhere. Every trip away was $40.00+ taxi fee, which adds up daily. I expected the accomadations to be more convenient and walkable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Home away from Home… Very nice place up in the hills with maginificient view and nicely decorated rooms. The couple that runs the place were super friendly and had a lot of good advices about where to go and what to do.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room and guest house up a hill above the city. Good breakfasts and Valerie was super helpful with suggestions on things to see and do.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was our favorite location on the island of Tahiti. The hosts were friendly and helpful and the lodging was very comfortable, with A/C, a very nice pool, and a lovely breakfast served by the host. It was probably the best value of any place we rented during our trip. If i ever return to Tahiti I will most definitely stay here!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Guillermo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was perfect, this host has really thought of everything and it had everything you needed to feel comfortable on vacation. It felt like a home away from home. We will be coming back.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hilary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a wonderful place to land in Tahiti! The hosts were very nice and super helpful. The room was great, nice hot shower, great coffee and lovely breakfast. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A very special place

This is a great place to stay; only 4 rooms, each slightly different, but with great facilities and views. Kitchen/dining room for use of guests is also a pleasant place to be. Great hosts who are good to talk to and share their experience of moving to Tahiti from France and their knowledge of their adopted home. A very special place indeed.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sanne Tang

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We absolutely adored the guesthouse, the balcony, cool and cozy decorated rooms, the view, garden, pool and breakfast. We were met with nothing but smiles from Valerie and her family. We wish we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chastell

Fresh croissants and fruit from the island for breakfast were delicious. Wonderful, kind hosts with fabulous recommendations for our time on the island. Loved every minute of our stay. Only wish it were longer. Such a peaceful and beautiful property.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kristen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Valerie, our host/owner, was amazing and attentive to all of our needs. We enjoyed the property and the views of Ārue and the beach. Breakfast was great! Croissants are the best! They’re made in house and fresh. Also, Valerie was very knowledgeable of activities and landmarks for tourist to visit. We recommend to anyone visiting tahiti for the first time and looking to get away from big resorts and hotels. Great place!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Andreas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful guesthouse in a great location to explore Tahiti. Breakfast was delicious and the host very helpful in providing local recommendations. Would love to come back!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location the room was beautiful and the food the best
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Ebeid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The service we received is really Excellent and the breakfast is 5 stars very nice and tasty
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Galen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The owners are so nice and accommodating. Their breakfast were delicious, too
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Lars Rune

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice people and place
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The family owners/operators are absolutely great!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Meir

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I thoroughly enjoyed my stay at the Maison Taina. Everything was lovely and the hosts were extremely hospitable, friendly, polite, and knowledgeable. The space was immaculate and the sun rise and sun set views were breathtaking! If you're staying in Tahiti i would definitely reconsider staying here!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Incredible stay! The hosts were beyond accommodating and gave great local recommendations (plus cooked a delicious breakfast!) This beautiful property is situated nicely up a hill above the bustle below. I'd rather stay here than at any resort. Book a rental car, stay here, and explore the incredible island!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Located in the hills of Arue, we had a stunning view of the ocean and mountains. The hosts were very kind and welcoming and had great insights about where to go and what to see.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

trisha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very lovely property , very nice owners who are very attentive. only complaint is that a car is required to go for lunch and dinner. the rooms are beautifully decorated and comfortable set amongst gardens and a view.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful views and very quiet. Michelle fell in love with the new kitty. AC worked great which is important this time of the year. Breakfast was delicious. We will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Maison Taina is located in the hills above Papeete. It is an attractive two storey property that catches refreshing breezes and has fabulous views of the reef. Accessing the rooms upstairs for people with limited mobility could be an issue but there was plenty of help for me with suitcases.You definitely need a car to access food from stores, restaurants etc that are close by but not within walking distance or you need to stock up on food supplies before you get to the property. A taxi fare from the port to the property cost US $30.00.From the property to the airport US$50.00. My room and bathroom were spacious and featured a balcony with outdoor seating.Valerie was very happy to provide anything needed. The breakfast was served in the pool house which is there for the guests to use. It has a large fridge for guests' food, filtered water, a dining table and chairs and even fresh free bananas from the garden. Breakfast is served here every morning consisting of fresh fruit and delicious pastries and wonderful, authentic, french coffee. Wine is also available to purchase. The pool is refreshing and maintained to a high level.I really enjoyed my stay here due to Valerie's friendliness and helpfulness and the opportunity to meet other guests in the other three rooms. A great base for sightseeing in Tahiti or for me a lovely place to just relax after a cruise and before a flight home.Thank you so much to Valerie and her lovely family for looking after me so well. Helen Espie
Part of the expansive view from the balcony.
The pool house with kitchen and dining facilities for the guests and the pool.
My room and the balcony with outdoor furniture.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Felicia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I absolutely love this place! It's situated in the hills of Tahiti and had beautiful views of the ocean. The rooms were very large and well decorated. The family who owns and manages the property are some of the nicest people I've ever met. They were very accommodating to our requests and provided info about the places to visit on Tahiti and Moorea. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room. Owners made us feel like family. Excellent chef Tom served us amazing dinners
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024