Find Historic Hotels in Papeete

Sights with historical relevance in Papeete are likely at the top of your travel itinerary. Visit the shops and waterfront while you’re in town.

Based on our travel expertise, Paofai Guesthouse is a top guesthouse for history seekers booking on Expedia, and it features free breakfast and free WiFi. Pointe Venus Lighthouse is a short 13-minute drive away. If you’re interested in local history, another option for your trip is Raiatea Hawaiki Nui Hotel.

In Papeete, there are 74 lodging options bookable on Expedia but not many designated as historic hotels.

Favorite places to visit include Papeete Town Hall, Papeete Market, and Port de Papeete. A couple of additional sights to add to your agenda are Place Jacques Chirac and Place To’ata.

Guests who choose a historic hotel can spend a night or two in a building that has an officially recognized historic designation. A castle, stately home, palace or even a pub, lodge, old police station, or skyscraper can be turned into a historic hotel as long as it has special significance. Traditional architecture and period features can be admired in the communal spaces and guestrooms of these historic hotels in Papeete, giving a sense of history.

“Heritage hotel” is more common in Asia and Europe, while “historic hotel” is a term often used in the U.S. overall though the terms are similar. The architecture and actual building of a historic hotel is generally what’s most important. For a heritage hotel, often it’s the cultural value along with how it shaped the community.

Hotel interiors feature the modern conveniences and safety features you expect to find, while every effort is made to preserve the historic aspects and traditions. Private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, heating and air conditioning, free and fast Internet, and the normal amenities found in most hotels will also be available in a historic hotel. When you choose a historic hotel in Papeete, don’t worry that you’ll find yourself staying at a place that is rundown or uncomfortable.