Title: Visit Punaauia: 2026 Travel Guide for Punaauia, Windward Islands | Expedia.com [Hotels in Punaauia](https://expedia.com/Punaauia-Hotels.d180199.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Punaauia](https://expedia.com/Punaauia-Vacation-Rentals.d180199.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Flights to Punaauia](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Punaauia.d180199.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Punaauia](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Punaauia.d180199.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Car Rentals in Punaauia](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Punaauia.d180199.Car-Rental-Guide)[Punaauia Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Punaauia.d180199.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Punaauia ## Travel Guide ![Museum of Tahiti featuring general coastal views, swimming and tropical scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6108624/c1210f92-c081-45be-8c06-df3d89eb0fda.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Museum of Tahiti showing indigenous culture and interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6108624/242b8e50-3834-438e-a3c4-fdd1f18b2aaa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Museum of Tahiti and the Islands featuring farmland and food](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6108624/b83ab6a6-f6e3-4310-a4c5-b6af17521225.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Museum of Tahiti which includes interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6108624/4ce39f06-7304-4863-ae19-985994d78743.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Museum of Tahiti which includes a park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6108624/54abc1fd-2234-48f5-98a1-20eb46780ea2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Punaauia Things to do #### Scuba dive next to tropical islands, visit a fascinating museum to learn about the region’s history and watch dolphins and whales breaching. Puna’auia is a tropical wonderland with a pristine beach and idyllic ocean water. Elevated huts decorate the water, while a museum informs visitors about the region’s nature and history. Chat with locals in this populous area for a glimpse into Tahitian culture. Learn about the history of the region at the [Museum of Tahiti](https://www.expedia.com/Museum-Of-Tahiti-Punaauia.d6108624.Vacation-Attraction). Browse the costumes, tools and handicrafts that belonged to early French Polynesian settlers. See engravings in the journal of explorer James Cook. In the northern part of the commune are the French Polynesia University and the Marina Taina, a lively port with many restaurants. Take advantage of the year-round warm weather at one of the area’s picturesque beaches. August is the driest month, while the region can be fairly wet from November to April. Sunbathe or have a picnic on Puna’auia’s white-sand beach. Watch the hues of the dramatic sky darken over the island of Moorea. Head south to Vai’ava Beach to watch surfers. Bring your kids to the calm water of the swimming area. Nearby is Mahana Park, a tranquil and scenic grassy area near the beach. For the best views of subaquatic creatures and the coral reef, go scuba diving with Eleuthera Plongée Tahiti. Watch for dolphins and whales, especially common between the end of July and the end of October. Embark on a sunset cruise, go snorkeling and scuba dive at different islands. Note that this commune was the home of famous French painter Paul Gauguin in the late 19th century. Here, he created his acclaimed *Where Do We Come From? What Are We? Where Are We Going?* painting. The commune stretches along a small section of land on Tahiti’s western coast. Its northern border is just south of the Faa’a International Airport, while its southern end is near [Pā’ea](https://www.expedia.com/Paea.d180200.Destination-Travel-Guides). Visit other towns in the region, such as [Papeete](https://www.expedia.com/Papeete.d2865.Destination-Travel-Guides), [Ārue](https://www.expedia.com/Arue.d6034576.Destination-Travel-Guides) and [Māhina](https://www.expedia.com/Mahina.d6142805.Destination-Travel-Guides). Explore Puna’auia, a beautiful spot for tropical relaxation, with impressive beaches and cultural institutions. - Punaauia Hotel Deals - Vacation Rentals in Punaauia ![Tahiti Lagoon Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117230000/117225300/117225297/6fb3159c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Tahiti Lagoon Resort PK15 Cote Mer Punaauia Tahiti Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay $258 nightly $310 total Apr 13 - Apr 14 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this beach resort in Punaauia. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Tamanu Shopping Center and Plage Toaroto ... 6.8/10 (3 reviews) Important: if using Google Maps, make sure to turn right immediately after the Vini Vini in the commercial area. The old location leads to the maintenance area and no way to enter the lobby. A beautiful location with the best view of the sunset but the hotel needs some TLC. The rooms themselves are ... Reviewed on Mar 15, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F13%2F2026&endDate=4%2F14%2F2026&selected=117225297&PinnedHotelID=117225297&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=180199) ![Ninamu Pearl Guest House](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109420000/109412100/109412070/8682e84e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Ninamu Pearl Guest House Lotissement Sage Punaauia Tahiti $134 nightly $153 total Mar 25 - Mar 26 Total with taxes and fees Stay at this guesthouse in Punaauia. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Tamanu Shopping Center and Museum of ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (66 reviews) Very clean room. Quiet, out if the way facility with an outstanding view. Very helpful staff. Beware, extremely remote and a difficult drive to get there. Reviewed on Mar 11, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F25%2F2026&endDate=3%2F26%2F2026&selected=109412070&PinnedHotelID=109412070&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=180199) ![Pension de la Plage](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16090000/16082800/16082785/846c7f5d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Pension de la Plage PK 15.4 - BP 381593 Tamanu Punaauia Tahiti $112 nightly $140 total Mar 18 - Mar 19 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this beach pension in Punaauia. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (161 reviews) All was good. Things were a little dated but everything was clean an working. Really liked the setting with the little porches around the pool and all the gardens. We arrived late, cooked dinner in the kitchenette and swam in the pool with the night lighting. Very nice atmosphere. Only thing we didn't ... Reviewed on Mar 8, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F18%2F2026&endDate=3%2F19%2F2026&selected=16082785&PinnedHotelID=16082785&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=180199) [See all 798 properties in Punaauia](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=3%2F18%2F2026&endDate=3%2F19%2F2026®ionId=180199) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Tahiti Luxury Apartment with concierge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/41000000/40600000/40594300/40594251/c2cea1b0_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Tahiti Luxury Apartment with concierge Puna'auia Windward Islands Book a stay at this beach apartment in Punaauia. Enjoy a beach locale, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Popular attractions Papeete Market and Port ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (53 reviews) Apartment was very clean and tidy, very handy location and stunning view for sunsets over Moorea. And our host Gaelle was awesome to communicate with. Definitely recommend Reviewed on Feb 26, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Punaauia-Hotels-Tahiti-Luxury-Apartment-With-Concierge.h40594251.Hotel-Information) ![Beachfront Home Puna'auia Tahiti](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113400000/113391700/113391623/6856d130_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Beachfront Home Puna'auia Tahiti Punaauia Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Punaauia. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Plage Toaroto and Tamanu Shopping ... 10/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews) Great place to stay. Host was welcoming with fresh fruit and lei. 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[](https://expedia.com/Museum-Of-Tahiti-And-The-Islands-Punaauia.d6108624.Vacation-Attraction) #### Marina Taina Explore the waterfront in Punaauia with a trip to Marina Taina. Wander the seaside and beautiful beaches in this romantic area. [](https://expedia.com/Marina-Taina-Punaauia.d553248621526964969.Vacation-Attraction) #### Eleuthera Plongee Tahiti You can take time to visit Eleuthera Plongee Tahiti during your travels to Punaauia. Wander the seaside and beautiful beaches in this romantic area. [](https://expedia.com/Eleuthera-Plongee-Tahiti-Punaauia.d553248621532611417.Vacation-Attraction) #### Mt. Orohena Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mt. Orohena during your travels in Mahina. Wander the seaside and beautiful beaches in this romantic area. [](https://expedia.com/Mt-Orohena-Windward-Islands.d502981.Vacation-Attraction) #### Plage Toaroto Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Plage Toaroto during your trip to Punaauia? Amble around this romantic area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.com/Plage-Toaroto-Punaauia.d553248635977470700.Vacation-Attraction) #### Tamanu Shopping Center You can enjoy retail therapy at Tamanu Shopping Center during your trip to Punaauia. Amble around this romantic area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.com/Tamanu-Shopping-Center-Punaauia.d974582701820477440.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Experience the ultimate adventure with 4X4 SAFARI HEREAKIMANU TAHITI! 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