Mahana Lodge Hostel & Backpacker
About this hostel
Situated in Papeete, less than 1 km from Plage Hokule'a, Mahana Lodge Hostel & Backpacker offers air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and concierge services. The property is around 1.
Amenities
Air conditioner
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Laundry
TV
Map of Pape'ete
Hostel in Pape'ete
Reasons to book
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Includes essentialsKitchen / Kitchenette, Air conditioner, Internet / Wifi and more
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Reviews
3.8/5.0
Good(1,294 Reviews)
100% verified reviews7.0
Located next to the central market of Papette and the ferry terminal of the city, the location of the hostel is perfect. Staff is friendly and welcoming and ready to help anytime needed. Cleaningless throughout the hostel is stunning. Affordable accomodation compared to the overrated prices you find in Tahiti. My room had lockers to keep my valuables safe, which I really apreciated. Fans located throughout the hostel helps fighting against the heat inside the hostel, as the wind hardly moves around.
I felt incredibly lucky as some rooms from the hostel have no window and mine did. Not having a windows was staggeringly more expensive. I believe having one should be like a basic right in an acomodation. Breakfast is poor and scarce, served from really early in the mornig (from 5,30). The safety of the lockers was highly questionable, as they can be easily opened. Although beds have curtains on each side, mine had only on one side, making a complete nonsense, and lacking some of the privacy. After check-out I was not allowed to keep using the facilities of the hostel, not simply sitting on a table using my computer, althought my flight was scheduled for midnight.
7.0
L'emplacement,
Le confort,
Les petits déjeuners
La douche collective
8.0
A noter l’accueil et la gentillesse du personnel.
Hotel très bien placé à côté des ferries.
Propre.
La chambre sans fenêtre sentait le renfermé.
5.0
La proximité avec les bateaux et le marché est correct
La wifi ne fonctionne pas, lieux impersonnels, pas forcément clean, la climatisation beaucoup trop froide, peu d’équipement..ce prix pour cette « qualité » est à revoir.
5.0
La situation très centrale, à côté du marché de Papeete et de l'embarcadère pour Moorea. Le personnel très sympathique.
Chambre individuelle avec climatisation mais sans aucune fenêtre. Interdiction de laver son petit linge soi-même.. il faut payer pour faire une lessive de 5kg. Du coup, quand il pleut beaucoup et que le linge est humide, absolument aucun endroit pour étendre un imperméable mouillé, ni une serviette de bain... Si vous le laissez devant le ventilateur du salon... on vous le vole ! ... donc dans la chambre ... sans aération ! Aucune terrasse, ni balcon, ni lieu pour fumeurs... il faut descendre dehors sur le trottoir .. qui n'est pas très sécure. Situation géographique certes centrale mais aussi très insécure !! Absolument aucune place de parking gratuit dans Papeete... (maximum 2h de parking payant !) donc si vous avez une voiture, il faut partir de Papeete de 8h à 17h !!!
5.0
24 uurs receptie, airconditioning, midden in het centrum, check-in makkelijk, personeel spreekt Engels , kleine winkel bij receptie.
Toen ik hier voor de 2e keer verbleef na ruim een week afwezig te zijn, viel het me op, dat er veel dezelfde personen aanwezig waren, lokale klaplopers die de hele dag rondhangen in en rond het hostel, long term residents, zo te oordelen en ‘s morgens al bij begin van het ontbijt om 5.30 hr present zijn.
Dit alles vind ik een beetje unheimisch!
10.0
Rien à dire, j'ai passé un bon séjour.
R.A.S
8.0
L’emplacement, le rapport qualité/prix, la boutique, le personnel
Les rideaux de douche mériteraient d’être changer et le petit dej même si inclus dans le prix un peu amélioré
8.0
Zentrale Lage in der Stadt
Küche zum kochen
Von den Duschen hat nur eine von vier funktioniert.
Älteres Klientel dadurch etwas merkwürdig gewesen
7.0
24 uurs receptie,locatie midden in het centrum. Basic kamers met stapelbedden, gordijntjes aanwezig, airconditioning.Ontvangst vriendelijk, goede uitleg, Engels sprekend.Taxivervoer geregeld ‘s morgens om 4 uur naar luchthaven. Creditcard geaccepteerd bij betaling accommodatie, ontbijt inbegrepen.
Slechts 2 douches op de verdieping die in gebruik waren, andere 2 waren defect en gesloten.Van de 2 die in gebruik waren had er een, een kapotte doucheslang en de andere had geen ophanging voor de douchekop.Vervelend.
Ontbijt van heel vroeg tot 8.30 uur.
Kaas al snel op, die eerst komt eerst maalt.Verder koffie en thee en jam en stokbrood.
8.0
Was just what I needed, simple room with aircon (which was so good in the heat!), PowerPoint, towels etc. The facilities are simple but clean etc. Staff were friendly and I felt safe as a solo traveller.
Honestly nothing, it's not the Hilton but that's not what I was after !
6.0
La gentillesse du personnel et la propreté à l’arrivée.
La saleté des autres clients et leur irrespect envers la plus petite bienséance.
10.0
早餐美味
没有
7.0
I've stayed here now on several occasion over the years, Its the best value place in town and better than some cheap hotels.
It's everything that you'd expect from a backpackers hostel.
It's in the best location in town opposite the food trucks across the road, the ferry terminal to Moorea and the bars and restaurants.
10.0
The staff offered to not only keep my luggage after early arrival, (before check in was possible); they also offered me a much appreciated shower and place to change after about 20 hours of travel. That was such a welcome surprise.
A couple of other guests were conversing too loudly in the public space overnight, in spite of "quiet hours" restrictions.
8.0
bien placé et pas cher
le petit déjeuner
5.0
L’emplacement, idéal. Assez peu cher. Le petit déjeuner est simple mais suffisant.
Bruyant, pas d’isolation. Parfois mal famé…
7.0
Siisti hostelli
Vaatimaton aamiainen
5.0
Le personnel était très sympa et arrangeant
Emplacement proche du port
-Chambre de 4 m2 sans fenêtre vers l’extérieur
- pas d’insonorisation entre les chambres on entend les voisins
- 1 frigo dans la cuisine pour une auberge de 35 personnes
- les télécommandes de la climatisation dans la cuisine sont cachées il fait 40 degrés
- les douches sont vieillotes
7.0
God placering i forhold til byen. Hjælpsomt og venligt personale.
Dårlige madrasser. Sengen knirkede og selv om der blev gjort daglig rent manglede de hjørnerne.
6.0
Location and price
Very uncomfortable bed, bed makes lots of noise when other people move. And you can't hang out in the common area when you check out our before check-in. Breakfast is very basic, for the price is not a nice hostel.
7.0
The location is very convenient - close to a lot of restaurants and stores and only 10 minutes by taxi from the airport (approximately 2000 XPF). The private room has an air conditioner. The breakfast that's offered is bread with some jam, peanut butter, cheese, and coffee/tea/juice. Check in and check out was very easy and quick. They offered nice bath towels for each guest, which is not always the case for hostels. Other guests were quite considerate in keeping the noise down.
The walls are paper thin, so you truly hear everything from the other rooms, even if you wear ear plugs. The pillows were too large and firm for our liking. The shower pressure wasn't great, which would make it hard to wash your hair (especially if you have long hair). While the bread was fresh and the coffee hot, the breakfast is very minimal.
8.0
La situation géographique de l’établissement est excellente, à deux minutes à pied du marché et du front de mer. Un arrêt de bus est situé à quelques minutes à pied pour l’aéroport, départ 5h du matin, pratique donc. Un petit déjeuner simple est inclu (thé, café, jus d’orange, pain, beurre, fromage, confiture et fruits). Le personnel est très chaleureux et accueillant. Il y a une prise et une lumière à chaque lit. Il y a la climatisation dans la chambre. Enfin, il est possible de faire laver et sécher son linge le jour même pour 1500 francs (12€).
Le prix est légèrement élevé par rapport à la prestation. La serviette n’est pas incluse dans le tarif. Les douches sont vétustes. Il n’y a pas d’ascenseur, pas du tout pratique si vous avez de gros bagages avec vous. Le lit superposé bouge au moindre mouvement de la personne située au dessus ou en dessous de vous.
8.0
La situation géographique de l’établissement est excellente, à deux minutes à pied du marché et du front de mer. Un arrêt de bus est situé à quelques minutes à pied pour l’aéroport, départ 5h du matin, pratique donc. Un petit déjeuner simple est inclu (thé, café, jus d’orange, pain, beurre, fromage, confiture et fruits). Le personnel est très chaleureux et accueillant. Il y a une prise et une lumière à chaque lit. Il y a la climatisation dans la chambre. Il est possible de faire laver et sécher son linge le jour même pour 1500€ (12€).
Le prix est légèrement élevé par rapport à la prestation. La serviette n’est pas incluse dans le tarif. Les douches sont vétustes. Il n’y a pas d’ascenseur, pas du tout pratique si vous avez de gros bagages avec vous. Le lit superposé bouge au moindre mouvement de la personne située au dessus ou en dessous de vous.
10.0
The female dormitories are really nice. Hot and clean showers.
Enjoyed having breakfast and meeting new people. Great friendly hostel and staff!
8.0
Clean and well located!
10.0
Awesome location, very convenient
Good spot to meet people
Nice staff
Breakfast included
A bit expensive but still one of the cheapest in Papeete for such a good location
9.0
Excellent location right in the centre of Papeete. A simple breakfast of baguettes and fruit jams was included. They were able to accommodate a late check in for me (at about 2am) and all the staff were very friendly and helpful. The rooms had air conditioning too.
6.0
Friendly staff, central position, clean enough
Even with a single room, too noisy, too many people walking and talking even in early morning, stinky shoes left outside on the entrance door, no elevator
6.0
Well located and very close to the ferry. Staff as expected extremely helpful and friendly. Breakfast hours are long and start early which is great. Check-in hours quite flexible
AC in room didn’t really work (even when turned down heavily) which also increases smell and humidity. The no shoes rule is intended well but from my perspective not hygienic. Toilets and showers not in best condition and ventilation / provided soaps only acceptable. Overall value I wouldn’t rate as great but given alternative choices one probably just pays a proud price in Tahiti
5.0
Well located in downtown Tahiti.
5.0
The hostel is relatively central. Close to the market, shops, port, park and airport. The room was lockage and so were the bathrooms. Had kitchens and cooking facilities. Staff were good when there. Helpful when asked about directions and tours. Spoke decent English. Provide a free breakfast.
I didn't like the room, there bugs and ants on the floor. The walls were thin and the common area is very close to rooms so if someone is talking on the phone you can hear this loud and clear. In general the facilities were dated and in need of repair. Could be a lot cleaner but was passable for a short stay.
8.0
Easy and convenient arrival accommodation in Papeete - chosen for a brief stay due to our flight arriving at 12:40 am. Quiet and clean private double bed room. Nice to have the option of some help-yourself breakfast. Great to have a left-luggage facility for the check-out day.
Nothing - it is a backpackers so we didn’t expect it to be high end accommodation!
8.0
location is great, free breakfast was really useful, AC was awesome
no windows in the rooms
6.0
location
air conditioner in women’s dorm worked poorly, bunk beds not stable and shook easily with each movement
FAQs
How much does this hostel cost compared to others in Pape'ete?
The average price for a rental in Pape'ete is R 2,163 per night. This rental is R 215 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this hostel?
Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Mahana Lodge Hostel & Backpacker. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this hostel?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this hostel. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Mahana Lodge Hostel & Backpacker pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this hostel is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Mahana Lodge Hostel & Backpacker?
We found 5 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, laundry, and tv.
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