Moorea

Travel Guide
Moorea featuring tranquil scenes
Snorkel in clear waters, ride on horseback through lush mountains and eat fresh fish in beachside restaurants in this peaceful island paradise.

Moorea, with its dream-like scenery, French cuisine and tropical climate, almost seems too good to be true. Yet, it’s there, just 19 kilometres (12 miles) west of Tahiti, and waiting to be discovered. Read a book under a palm tree on a picture-perfect beach or visit the island’s breathtaking waterfalls, sacred mountains and charming Polynesian villages.

The triangular-shaped island of Moorea, pronounced Moe-oh-re-ah, is one of the Windward Islands. Moorea is smaller and less visited than Tahiti, which means you can still enjoy this South Pacific paradise without having to pay top prices.

Choosing which of the island’s pristine beaches and coves you want to visit first is your only challenge. Take your pick from black- or white-sand beaches and decide if you want to play in the waves or swim in sheltered bays. The main beaches are Cook’s Cove and Opunohu Bay. Go scuba diving, snorkelling or surfing around the island’s outer reefs. The sea life is abundant here, and you can see many colourful fish and marine mammals.

If you would rather stay dry, hike the island’s network of paths through the mountainous interior. Follow the Belvedere View track to the top and enjoy views of the shoreline as well as Mount Rotui and Mount Tohiea. Be sure to taste the local produce drink cocktails with pineapple juice or coconut water in one of the beachside bars and try Tahitian seafood dishes.

Get to Moorea on a cruise ship or yacht, by high-speed ferry or by plane from Pape’ete in Tahiti. Rent a scooter or car or take a LeTruck bus or minibus to explore the island. Tours include four-wheel drive expeditions and horse riding. Accommodation options range from campsites to upscale resorts.

It’s possible to visit Moorea just for one day, but it’s recommended to stay a few days to allow your body and mind to fully adapt to the slow pace on the island.

Manava Beach Resort & Spa Moorea
Manava Beach Resort & Spa Moorea
4 out of 5
BP 3410, TEMAE, MAHAREPA, Moorea-Maiao, Windward Islands
The price is €321 per night from 16 Apr to 17 Apr
€321
per night
16 Apr - 17 Apr
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Moorea-Maiao. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (973 reviews)
"Lovely hotel, the staff were extremely friendly and attentive."

Reviewed on 17 Mar 2024

Manava Beach Resort & Spa Moorea
Hilton Moorea Lagoon Resort and Spa
Hilton Moorea Lagoon Resort and Spa
5 out of 5
Papetoai, PK 14, Moorea-Maiao, Windward Islands
The price is €493 per night from 13 Apr to 14 Apr
€493
per night
13 Apr - 14 Apr
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Moorea-Maiao. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (905 reviews)
"We were greatly disappointed that the pool was closed for renovation--a fact hidden behind a note about ferry schedules. We wouldn't have minded missing the pool itself, but the pool closure actually included the heart of the resort, so all but one path to the main restaurant was closed and barrier ..."

Reviewed on 24 Mar 2024

Hilton Moorea Lagoon Resort and Spa
Sofitel Kia Ora Moorea Beach Resort
Sofitel Kia Ora Moorea Beach Resort
5 out of 5
Bp 28 Maharepa, Moorea-Maiao, Windward Islands
The price is €495 per night from 8 Apr to 9 Apr
€495
per night
8 Apr - 9 Apr
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Moorea-Maiao. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (473 reviews)
"We had such a beautiful stay here! The grounds are gorgeous and the over water bungalow was incredible. The food was overpriced and not always the best but ultimately the experience was what we’d hoped for on our honeymoon. We appreciated having access to the snorkeling gear without an extra ..."

Reviewed on 25 Mar 2024

Sofitel Kia Ora Moorea Beach Resort
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.
Residence Moorea Sunset Beach
Residence Moorea Sunset Beach
3.5 out of 5
Pk 26 Côté mer, Haapiti - Ile de, Moorea-Maiao
Stay at this 3.5-star beach aparthotel in Moorea-Maiao. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (401 reviews)
Beautiful property and beach!
"Very nice location across from coco beach and the tourist attraction black tip shark sandbar. White beach with shade trees. Clean rooms but tmno relief from the heat we had the air on the whole time only the bedroom where the air conditioner was located got a little bit cool. The living room where ..."

Reviewed on 27 Mar 2024

Residence Moorea Sunset Beach
Pension Fare Maheata
Pension Fare Maheata
2.5 out of 5
Pihaena Papetoai Pk 14,3 Côté Mer, 9872, Moorea-Maiao
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Moorea-Maiao. Enjoy free parking, a private beach, and breakfast. Popular attractions Moorea Ferry Terminal and Ta'ahiamanu ...
8/10 Very Good! (71 reviews)
"Great beachfront! Free kayak! Laundry service was awesome. Friendly workers! Price is just accurate. They offered us their French Polynesian dishes. The fishes and white rice with coconut milk were very delicious! We would love to come back. Until next time! ❤️"

Reviewed on 25 Oct 2023

Pension Fare Maheata
Our Cook Bay House
Our Cook Bay House
Paopao
Stay at this beach villa in Moorea-Maiao. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a water park. Popular attractions Distillerie et Usine de Jus de Fruits de Moorea ...
10/10 Exceptional! (39 reviews)
Incredible stay in paradise
"This house was hands down the best location on the island. We are so glad we stayed here. It had everything we could need and lots of things we didn’t know we wanted. Beautiful comfortable home in a very convenient location. Hosts were helpful and very responsive. They greeted us with fresh leis. ..."

Reviewed on 18 Mar 2024

Our Cook Bay House
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.

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