InterContinental Tahiti Resort and Spa

The standard rooms at InterContinental Tahiti are warm and welcoming with plenty of natural light from sliding glass doors that lead onto their private balconies. The wood furnishings and  hardwood floor all come together to create a modern inviting atmosphere whilst in-keeping with traditional island charm. The standard rooms come in three options: standard, standard with a garden view across the tropical grounds and standard with a lagoon view towards the island of Moorea. Each of the standard rooms can accommodate up to two adults and one child.

Each room contains: twin or king bedding, private balcony, bathroom with a shower, flat screen TV, air conditioning, internet, direct dial international phone, mini fridge with the option for mini bar, tea and coffee facilities, ironing facilities and daily maid service.

The superior rooms with InterContinental Tahiti set an inviting Polynesian atmosphere for guests to relax and enjoy the newly refurbished surroundings. The superior rooms come in two different varieties, garden view or ocean view, for you to tailor your experience to your personal environment tastes. Several of the superior rooms also come with wheelchair-friendly access for guests with limited mobility.

The neutral tones of the rooms combined with pops of colour through their soft furnishings ensure your superior room experience is perfect. The superior room has a maximum capacity of two adults and one child, with room for a fold-out bed or cot if requested.

The superior rooms also come with: twin or king bedding, private balcony, bathroom with a shower, flat screen TV, air conditioning, internet, direct dial international phone, mini fridge with the option for mini bar, tea and coffee facilities, ironing facilities and daily maid service.

Indulge in the stunning panoramic views these rooms offer as you relax in the spacious surroundings. Stay in one of the panoramic garden rooms on the ground floor for views across the exotic flowers and lotus infinity pool or take one of the oceanic rooms for uninterrupted views of the lagoon and blue waves beyond.

This slice of paradise comes with a private balcony where you can take advantage of the gorgeous surroundings and the decor of the rooms will immerse your senses in tropical wonder. The panoramic rooms can be shared by up to three adults or two adults and two children, perfect for bigger travel groups.

The panoramic room features: two queen-sized beds or a king, bathroom with a bath, flat screen TV, air conditioning, internet, direct dial international phone, mini fridge with the option for mini bar, tea and coffee facilities, ironing facilities and daily maid service.

Near the lotus infinity pool, these newly refurbished bungalows are a quiet haven of tranquillity. With a separate bedroom and living room designed for your comfort the bungalows are ideal for lounging or taking a quick swim. The bungalow offers space for up to two adults and two children and is ideal for the ultimate family getaway. Children will delight in the close proximity of the bungalows to the lotus pool and older family members can enjoy the peaceful atmosphere the bungalows create.

The bungalow contains: a comfy double bed, sofa, flat screen TV, internet, direct dial international phone, mini fridge with the option for mini bar, tea and coffee facilities, ironing facilities and daily maid service.

Bigger than the standard bungalow and found at the end of the pontoon overlooking the lagoon, the overwater superior bungalows are the perfect spot for gazing across the water towards Moorea under the stars. These bungalows come with every comfort you could desire and have the capacity to accommodate two adults and one child.

The bungalows have direct access to the glistening lagoon where you can swim, snorkel and meet the local wildlife that call the water home. The bungalows themselves are decorated in a chic, modern Tahitian style and come with air conditioning, a separate living space and fully furnished terrace where you can lounge under the warm Polynesian sun.

The superior bungalow also features: a luxurious king-sized bed, bathrooms with a shower and a bath, two flat screen TVs, internet, direct dial international phone, mini fridge with the option for mini bar, tea and coffee facilities, ironing facilities and daily maid service.

For guests looking to be closer to lagoon wildlife the resort has eight, purpose built bungalows on their private motu (islet) directly on the lagoon and close to the lagoonarium. Wake up with the ocean wildlife and relax inches away from an underwater wonderland. The bungalows utilise wood and woven furniture for an authentic island atmosphere and come with a furnished terrace and outdoor dining area where you can enjoy your meal gazing over the dreamy lagoon.

All the motu bungalows come with: air conditioning, flat screen TV, internet, direct dial international phone, mini fridge with the option for mini bar, tea and coffee facilities, ironing facilities and daily maid service.

The Antarès Suite is the most elegant room on offer at InterContinental Tahiti. Luxuriate in your private lounge with a cold drink or on your balcony overlooking the lush grounds below with Moorea in the distance. The suite boasts a comfortable bedroom, private bathroom, snug living space and private bar area all decorated in modern Polynesian colours and style. The suite is perfect for couples staying with InterContinental Tahiti but a fold-out bed can be added for an additional child.

Your stay in the suite will include: private balcony, flat screen TV, air conditioning, internet, direct dial international phone, mini fridge with the option for mini bar, tea and coffee facilities, ironing facilities and daily maid service.

For a charming and intimate experience, spend your time with InterContinental Tahiti at the Overwater Motu Villa Suite. The suite surrounds you in soft colours and a thatched roof for the ultimate exotic atmosphere and its serene location over the lagoon will leave you feeling at peace.

A tropical home away from home, the suite boasts floor-to-ceiling windows to flood the rooms with warm light whilst the private terrace, complete with outdoor furniture, provides a luxurious spot to sunbathe or simply relax as you watch the sun set over the waves. The suite can accommodate a maximum of four adults or two adults and two children, making the suite perfect for families.

The suite is equipped with: bathroom with a shower, flat screen TV, air conditioning, internet, direct dial international phone, mini fridge with the option for mini bar, tea and coffee facilities, ironing facilities and daily maid service.

With authentic Tahitian ambiance and an open kitchen, Te Tiare Restaurant sits pride of place in the centre of the resort. The restaurant overlooks the infinity pool and pool waterfalls with romantic Moorea off into the distance. The restaurant opens at 6:00am for breakfast and serves a variety of dishes until closing at 9:30pm. The menu at Te Tiare has a wide selection of dishes to suit every taste including prime cuts of meat from New Zealand and a healthier tailor-made stir-fry or salad bar options.

Te Tiare Restaurant also hosts a Sunday brunch buffet every Sunday from 7:00am to 10:00am. Enjoyed by locals and guests alike, the brunch serves traditional Tahitian dishes and includes live music and dance.

Le Lotus restaurant is the pride of InterContinental Tahiti, serving gourmet cuisine overwater where guests can gaze dreamily across the waves to Moorea as the sun sets over the mountains. The restaurant serves lunch from 12:00pm to 2:00pm and an elegant dinner from 6:00pm to 9:30pm. To heighten your dining experience there is an extensive collection of French wines on offer at Le Lotus.

In 2020 French cuisine expert, Chef Bruno Oger partnered with Le Lotus restaurant to help raise the status of the restaurant even higher. Chef Oger has been working to create vibrant new menus and training the kitchen staff whilst the manager, Mr Eric Descazaux, from his restaurant in the south of France will train the front of house staff so you can be assured of the highest-quality service.

The only type of its kind in Tahiti, the bar specialises in tropical cocktails, smoothies and other ice-cold drinks, perfect for lounging under the warm Tahitian sun.

For an animated evening of local entertainment and tropical drinks join with other guests in the popular Tiki bar. The bar is located directly next to the Te Tiare restaurant and offers guests live entertainment between Wednesdays and Saturdays. Sip cocktails directly out of a coconut husk or enjoy a beer as you watch the sunset over the island of Moorea.

An upmarket lounge bar open 24 hours per day with views sweeping the lagoon. This bar is the ideal place for after-dinner drinks or for late-arrivals to sit and enjoy a drink after their journey.

Alongside the regular dining experiences on offer at the resort, there are special events hosted every year. Every year the Tahiti Ti’a Mai festival is celebrated across the island with dancing, food, sports and spectacular displays of culture. InterContinental Tahiti takes pride in joining in with these celebrations and encouraging guests to do the same. Every year on the last weekend in July and the first weekend in August the hotel features performances and buffets of traditional Polynesian food as part of the festival.

InterContinental Tahiti also hosts theme nights where visitors can delight in unique food and learn the myths and legends that surround Tahiti. One of these numerous theme nights runs on the 1st and Friday of the month and is called the Te U’i Tapairu dinner show. The show is carried out from Te Tiare Restaurant with dances performed by the Hei Tahiti dance troop and a delicious buffet bursting with tasty treats.

InterContinental Tahiti offers numerous activities to their hotel guests to cater for every need. The resort offers different sports choices at all fitness levels for guests who wish to indulge in active activities during their stay.

These include:

• Tennis
• Volleyball
• Jogging/track training
• A fitness suite fully stocked with weights and other gym equipment

For visitors who wish to immerse themselves in the local culture, the resort includes cultural demonstrations, with many hand-crafting opportunities where you can learn new skills.

Some of the hands-on demonstrations on offer are:

• Pareo-dyeing – A wrap-around skirt, the pareo was traditionally a women’s garment, however the term now refers to any cloth/skirt wrapped around the waist.
• Shell/flower necklace making – The shell necklace is usually given as a gift at the end of your Tahiti adventure and is a Tahitian token of appreciation.

Other cultural activities include:

• Weaving baskets
• Handicraft exposition
• Sunset torch lighting
• Coconut show
• Pareo show

For those seeking an aquatic adventure at the resort, there is a dedicated team who will help facilitate activities and ensure you have the perfect experience. InterContinental Tahiti has a PADI 5-star scuba diving centre, TOPDIVE, in the centre of their resort where highly trained individuals can take you to the best diving and snorkelling points across Tahiti.

Different water sport opportunities available through the resort are:

• Snorkelling
• Scuba diving
• Kayaking
• Water ski experience
• Jet skiing

Discover Tahiti by land sea or sky with InterContinental Tahiti tours, perfect for the intrepid explorer. The trips on offer through the hotel cater for any travel taste, fitness level and budget so you can dictate your perfect experience.

Trips run by the hotel include:

• 4×4 island tour
• Off road adventure
• Hiking the jungle trails
• Helicopter tour
• Dolphin cruise
• Whale watching
• Deep sea fishing
• Bora Bora/Moorea half-day or full-day activities
• Golf

The lagoonarium, or the Fare l’a Reserve, was built to showcase the beauty and the fragility of the coral reefs that can be found all over French Polynesia. The ecosystem within the lagoonarium is carefully monitored and looked after by a team of top scientists to ensure the habitats for species such as the parrot fish and angelfish can stay protected.

The lagoonarium is the perfect place for you to learn about the tropical wildlife that swims the wider ocean, and the fish feeding at 9:00am and 3:00pm every day make for a spectacular photography opportunity.

To help you unwind and feel at peace, the resort provides a soothing spa and wellness space where you can enjoy treatments to help you feel your best. During your stay indulge in one of the signature treatments available from the spa: the Tahitian Wave treatment, the Bora Bora Bliss Massage or the Polynesian Taurumi Massage. Alternatively, you can opt for any of the deep nature spa treatments where your mind and body are pampered using traditional Polynesian techniques.

Alongside their parent company Pacific Beachcomber S.C., InterContinental Tahiti have a mission to provide high-quality, sustainable and environmentally aware travel experiences. As part of this mission, InterContinental Tahiti have reviewed their impacts on culture, people and nature and have provided sustainable policies.

Culture

InterContinental Tahiti recognises and embraces the culture of Tahiti from the early arrival of Captain Cook through to modern Tahitian celebrities. The resort prides themselves on sharing with their guests the diversity of this Polynesian culture and promoting the learning of different cultural traditions.

Nature

In an era of growing environmental awareness, InterContinental Tahiti has made it a priority to consider and protect the delicate balance of the ecosystem that surrounds them. They employ conservation professionals for their lagoonarium to ensure the 200 species are thriving and encourage guests to snorkel, kayak and sail the lagoon using eco-friendly methods to further protect the lagoon. The resort not only has a marine focus but they also take pride in supporting bird and wildlife conservation. Guests at the resort can learn about the efforts made to protect the habitats of the island’s native birds alongside non-profit organisation MANU.

People

InterContinental Tahiti strives where possible to give back to the local communities. They are delighted to offer opportunities for growth and development to their local employees and actively support local businesses. The resort facilitates local artists to display their work, direct guests towards the vibrant local markets and employ local tourism companies, such as tour guides, to provide visitors a perfect island experience. Finally, the resort hosts TED Talks where speakers discuss a variety of travel topics including the importance of heritage and conservation.

InterContinental Tahiti is proudly taking steps to be more environmentally aware and encouraging guests to join them. The resort is a participant in the IHG Global Green Engage project and submit monthly reports on their waste, water and electricity numbers to help set goals, track progress and ultimately to reduce their environmental impact. The resort has also planted flowers across their property to attract bees to reduce food miles and have delicious fresh honey for the on-site restaurant. Finally, the resort sponsors Tedx talks in Papeete on topics such as environmental action and a greener future.