InterContinental Tahiti Resort & Spa

We arrived at the hotel within an hour of our flight landing at 6am. The reception staff was great, we received a key to one of the transit rooms to shower and change after the long flight. Towels, soap and shampoo are provided. Breakfast was available, buffet or a la carte, many choices. Another reviewer mentioned the grapefruit, so good. All our meals were good, except one, which was just not to our taste. Portions were large, meals and drinks are expensive, but considering the location, not unexpected. Luggage was held until our room (212) was ready, which was 12pm, so earlier than the 3 pm check in. Thank you for that. We walked around the resort, found a great shaded area by the lagoon. There was a dinner show on Wednesday evening, we did not attend, as jet lag was setting in. We stayed one night pre-cruise. We returned for an additional two nights after our cruise, and ended up in room 211, next door to the original room we had. Both rooms were very nice, super clean, ocean view, with a nice balcony. There is some noise from the airport, but not too bad. Plenty of storage, beautiful, large shower and a safe in the closet. Someone remarked that the carpets were dirty, the carpets are outside on the outdoor hallway, so they get wet when it rains. Lotus pool area has some construction going on, this didn't interfere with use of the pool or bar. The entire property was very clean, including public bathrooms. The hotel has a shuttle to Papetee available, four times daily, make reservations, there is a small fee, but much cheaper than a taxi. The entire staff was wonderful, very nice and always eager to assist. This includes reception, concierge, Lobby Bar, Tiki Bar, Lotus pool and the main restaurant. We enjoyed our stay!

We had a wonderful time here. Our room was spotless and comfortable (although the light switches were a little befuddling at first). The pools were great, and the tropical fish spotting in the “Lagoonarium”, while not as great as off-property snorkeling hotspots, was still a nice touch. Special props to the Te Tiare poolboy Yves (“poolboy” seems disrespectful, but that was the title on his shirt…), who went up a tree and got fresh coconuts for my partner and a new friend, and who also bandaged a gash on my big toe after I scraped it on a slippery rock on steps into the aforementioned Lagoonarium. We would have liked a little more variety with the food options, and wish the swim-up bar in one of the pools had longer hours, but overall solid property and great people. Also a special shout out to Moehaunui at the front desk, who got our stay off to a great start and sent up the most delicious Tahitian vanilla and passion fruit treat for my girl’s birthday. Oh and Isaac in Te tTiare restaurant for the iced coffees and the very thoughtful guava and Tahitian vanilla jam! The service was really fantastic, with beautiful little touches everywhere. Kudos.

A pleasant stop over. Great swimming pools and good gym too. Ideal for those late flights. lead in entry level rooms are a bit basic. I would probably upgrade next time, but note it’s pricey. Service and food - fine, nothing amazing but nothing seriously lacking.

The staff is incredibly rude. I have celiac disease and they did nothing to help with my dietary restrictions, given that the stay was already paid. They dismissed my requests to have a gluten free meal and they treated me with unfathomable disrespect.

An Evening at the InterContinental Tahiti We booked front row seats to the InterContinental Tahiti’s dinner buffet and Polynesian dance show, and it was quite enjoyable. The setting was beautiful, with tables overlooking the lagoon, creating a pleasant dining atmosphere as the sun set over Moorea. The buffet offered a large variety of dishes, including plenty of fresh seafood, lamb, duck, salads, veggies, and starches. While some dishes were exceptional, others were just average. The presentation was impressive. There was an abundance of desserts and fruits. The Polynesian dance show by Hei Tahiti was a highlight of the evening. The dancers were talented and their performances were engaging, showcasing the rich cultural heritage of Polynesia. A Tahitian band provides live music and adds to the authenticity of the experience. The fire dance was particularly impressive, aa it was performed by a young boy who was likely a preteen. At first seeing him gives you pause, but it soon becomes obvious he knows that he is doing. There’s ann audience participation segment was a fun touch, and lasts the right amount of time without dragging the show to an halt. Afterwards all guests are welcome to go on stage and get pictures with the dancers. Overall, the InterContinental Tahiti’s dinner buffet and Polynesian dance show is a good option for those looking to experience local culture and cuisine. It’s not overly produced or feel to Disneyish.