Tahiti Hotel Le Mandarin

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Papeete, the capital of Tahiti, is an absolute must while visiting French Polynesia. Papeete is the administrative, economic and cultural center of the country. From Tahiti, all other islands are easily accessible; whether one is seeking to visit the high (mountainous) islands and atolls or just simply the lush vegetation, enchanting lagoons and white sand beaches that are all so akin to French Polynesia’s landscape.

The Mandarin Hotel, is ideally situated near Papeete’s port. Nearby, one can easily visit the numerous souvenir shops and small boutiques as well as Papeete’s main market, characterized by its vivid colors and exotic perfumes. There are also several banks and art galleries within walking distance from the hotel.

During your stay in Polynesia, whether it be in Tahiti or one of its neighboring islands, you will have to pass in-transit through Papeete, thus making The Mandarin Hotel a convenient and ideal lodging.

The Mandarin Hotel is only a few minutes away from the airport and straight in the heart of Papeete, offers immediate access to all the tourist sites of the capital, such as the sea front, the business district, the traditional market as well as all the nighttime activities Papeete has to offer.

Accommodations

37 climate controlled rooms offering ample comfort, equipped with a telephone, a stocked mini bar and satellite television offering several international TV channels.
• Check-in: 12:00 PM
• Check-out: 11:00 AM

Rooms
The Mandarin provides for your comfort a total of 31 rooms. Each room offers a spacious 270 sq. ft. Every room is air conditioned and is equipped with a bathroom with shower, hair dryer and both 110V and 220V electrical outlets (to accommodate both American and French electric shavers.). The rooms are cleaned every day; laundry and pressing services are available. Also at your disposal is a satellite television with a selection of 5 international channels (including CNN).

Twin or Double beds are available. Each room has a maximum occupancy limit of 3 people.
The Mandarin Hotel suits the needs of families with available inter-connecting rooms. Additional beds are also available on demand.

Suites
The Mandarin Hotel offers 6 mini-suites. Each room provides a spacious 360 sq. ft for a more than comfortable stay in Tahiti. Every room is climate controlled and equipped for your comfort with a bathroom with a bathtub, a hair dryer and both 110V and 220V electrical outlets (to accommodate both American and French electric shavers). The rooms are cleaned every day and laundry and pressing are available. Also at your disposal are a satellite television with a selection of 5 international channels (including CNN), a direct telephone line and a stocked mini-bar.
• Queen size bed along with a single bed.
• Each room has a maximum occupancy limit of 4 people.
The Mandarin Hotel suits the needs of families with available inter-connecting rooms. Additional beds are also available on demand.

Amenities: http://www.intercontinental.com/intercontinental/en/gb/locations/hotel-features/amenities-services/tahiti

Dining

The Mandarin Hotel welcomes you to dine at one of it’s 3 restaurants: The Mandarin, The Plazza and The Coffee Shop.

The Mandarin
The Mandarin Restaurant takes you on a journey deep into the heart of China as you are surrounded by beautiful frescos of landscapes, peach trees in bloom, and mystical fire breathing dragons. The red lanterns and the decorative screens provide a secluded and intimate ambiance. As you indulge in the beautiful scenery around you, you will discover and savor Cantonese specialties that have made their reputation as one of the finest cuisines in the world. Ingredients arrive locally from the crystal clear waters and luscious gardens of Tahiti. The chef creates exotic yet refreshingly delicious dishes along with fragrant flavors such as "Spiced Lobster", "Duck with Marquisian kum quat", "Salt water Tahitian shrimp" or "Tarot stuffed pork". A true delight! To accompany your meal, you may choose between a fine selection of over 150 different wines; even the true connoisseurs will be satisfied by the wine cellar.

Le Plazza
Enjoy a meal

The Coffee Shop
Situated close to the lobby of the hotel, the Coffee Shop, invites you to try one of our breakfasts, a cup of coffee, or simply just to grab a bite to satisfy your appetite at all hours of the day.
The Coffee Shop’s atmosphere is convivial.

Services

Around the Hotel: Papeete is the capital of French Polynesia. At the center of Papeete, The Mandarin Hotel offers its clientele an ideal location. Within walking distance you can find, if needed, all of the government's institutional offices: the French government governor’s office, the presidency of French Polynesia, and foreign consulates.

Town hall in Papeete, a colonial style building surrounded by a beautiful garden, is located right across from the hotel; a little further down the street you will find the police station. In the area around the hotel, you can purchase your everyday essentials and souvenirs as well as make your necessary bank transactions. Regarding your health, Papeete has two medical clinics and a modern, well-equipped hospital.

Not far from the hotel you can visit Papeete’s main market right in the heart of the city making it a popular destination. The market opens its doors every morning starting at 5:00 AM. Inside, you’ll find the store booths bursting with colorful flowers, vegetables, fruits and freshly caught local fish. Everything is within arm’s reach: ice cold coconuts to drink, shellfish necklaces, multicolored paréos, and plenty of souvenirs and decorative objects made by talented local artisans. The aroma around the market is a pleasant mixture of both Tahitian vanilla and coconut. The atmosphere is really quite unique. The market’s flamboyant colors paint a living Polynesian fresco, just like the scenes portrayed in many of Paul Gauguin’s paintings. You will be infatuated by its liveliness!

Papeete is the capital of French Polynesia. At the center of Papeete, The Mandarin Hotel offers its clientele an ideal location. Within walking distance you can find, if needed, all of the government's institutional offices: the French government governor’s office, the presidency of French Polynesia, and foreign consulates.

Airfare from Los Angeles to Papeete, Tahiti starts at $1179.00 per person for a 5 day special. Inter-Island transfers within French Polynesia are not included in the above rates. Bora Bora AirPass may be purchased from $515.00 pp to include inter-island domestic flights between Papeete, Moorea, Huahine, Raiatea, Bora Bora & Maupiti. Other domestic air options are available and will be quotes in your personalized itinerary as required.

The above rates are valid until 31 March 2013, Please ask for rates for departures after this date. Flight prices are not included in the above rates. Ask our specialists for other options. US/foreign taxes/fees/fuel surcharges of approximately $311, including September 11th Security Fee, are additional. To get the lowest airfare rates we recommend you book early. Prices are per person based on double occupancy. Add-on fares available from other cities. Hotels are subject to availability. Prices reflect a 3% discount for purchases made by cash/check. There are no discounts for payment made by credit cards. Cancellation penalties and other restrictions apply. There may be black-out dates on this package. Prices are subject to change at any time without notice. All the above rates and conditions are subject to change without prior notice. The communal tax of 150CFP (1.26 Euros approx $1.75), per night and per person is not included and must be settled with the resort directly upon check-out.

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