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Tetamanu Village

2.5 star property
Fakarava pension with restaurant

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Terrace/patio
Exterior
Front of property
Exterior
Exterior

Reviews

7.8 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
    Airport transfer
  • Non-smoking
    Non-smoking
  • Free breakfast
    Free breakfast
  • Internet access
    Internet access
  • Restaurant
    Restaurant
Main amenities
  • Housekeeping once per stay
  • Restaurants
  • WiFi in the lobby
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Front desk safe
  • Barbecue grills
  • Limited hour front desk
  • TV in a common area
  • Scuba-diving
  • Snorkelling
Feel at home
  • Private bathroom
  • Terrace
  • Limited housekeeping
  • BBQ(s)

Room options

View all photos for Standard Bungalow, Sea View

1 bedroom, bed sheets

Standard Bungalow, Sea View

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
  • 22 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
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About the area

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Tetamau, Fakarava, Tuamotu Archipelago

What's nearby

  • Tetamanu Island - 1 min walk - 0.0 km

Getting around

  • Fakarava (FAV) - 34.3 miles/55.2 km
  • Free airport shuttle

About this property

Tetamanu Village

Tetamanu Village is a great choice for a stay in Fakarava. For a bite to eat, guests can visit Restaurant Tetamanu, which is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, and offers ocean views. A free airport shuttle and a terrace are other highlights.

Languages

English, French

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 16 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
  • Early check-in subject to availability
  • Minimum check-in age – 18
  • Check-out time is 12:30 PM
  • Contactless check-out

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • This property offers transfers from the airport; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
  • The front desk is open daily from 6:30 AM - 8:00 PM
  • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
  • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
  • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Pets

  • Pets not allowed

Internet

  • WiFi in public areas*

Parking

  • No on-site parking

Transfers

  • Free airport shuttle from 12:30 PM to 2:00 PM*

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–8:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Barbecue grills

What to do

  • Scuba diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Fishing

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Terrace
  • Television in common areas

Room amenities

Sleep well

  • Turndown service
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)

Special features

Dining

Restaurant Tetamanu – Overlooking the ocean, this buffet restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • WiFi is available in public areas for XPF 500 for 12 hours (1-device limit, rates may vary)

Policies

There is no hot water on site.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on-site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Also known as

Tetamanu Village Pension
Tetamanu Village Fakarava
Tetamanu Village Pension Fakarava

Frequently asked questions

Does Tetamanu Village offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Tetamanu Village does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Tetamanu Village?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Tetamanu Village?
Sorry, there's no on-site parking at Tetamanu Village.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by Tetamanu Village?
Yes, a free airport shuttle is available from 12:30 PM to 2:00 PM at scheduled times.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Tetamanu Village?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Check-out time is 12:30 PM. Contactless check-out is available.
What is there to do at Tetamanu Village and nearby?
Have fun with on-site activities such as fishing, snorkelling and scuba-diving.
Are there restaurants at or near Tetamanu Village?
Yes, Restaurant Tetamanu offers ocean views.
What's the area around Tetamanu Village like?
Tetamanu Village is located a short 1-minute walk from Tuamotu Archipelago.

Tetamanu Village Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

7.4/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Very good

Joseph, 3-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Excellent access to some of the best diving in the world. Located right on the water and Tumakahoa pass, this location is right on shark alley and some of the most beautiful coral I’ve seen. The property is rustic but over the water and right on the reef. It is a lot like camping. Cold showers, no locking doors, damp bedding when it rains and few amenities are all part of the experience. The boat ride from Fakarava north is a little more than an hour and can really only be done in the daytime. Our flight was delayed so we had to stay in Fakarava north, which was fully booked and ended up paying for tetamanu and the pension on the north side. The staff is friendly but don’t go out if their way in hospitality. We had to ask for basics like toilet paper and they couldn’t accomodate any dietary requests or snacks when it wasn’t time for a scheduled meal. You eat what they serve, which is pancakes and fish for the most part. It was all delicious though. The dive guides were very nice and showed us some of the most incredible diving I have experienced. For me it was a special experience, but not appropriate for people that need extra care or a honeymoon type of experience like on Moorea or bora bora.
Jennifer, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Melissa, 7-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Tetamanu Village is a place to go if you want a one of a kind diving experience. The “wall of sharks” is spectacular! All the staff are warm and friendly. The accommodations are what I would describe as rustic. No hot water, but not uncomfortably cold water from the shower. Each bungalow has its own private deck overlooking the very shallow ocean water, that you can snorkel directly from. You won’t go hungry, the food is plentiful at breakfast, lunch, and dinner, served family style. I suggest bringing good silicone earplugs, the roosters make noise all night long.
Mindy Gold, 4-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

This simple guesthouse is very remote and basic, but I would definitely stay here again. Our fare (traditional bungalow) was modest, but comfortable and charming and set on the water's edge. Meals consisted mostly of fish, rice, chicken and pasta. The staff was wonderful and the diving spectacular.
Cindy, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Mike, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

It was amazing to see the sharks from your room. The room was reasonable and modest for being in the middle of no where. The Island was clean. There were boats and roosters that woke us up early. Several large groups over a few days made the buffet style dinning stressful. No snacks in between meals and the showers don't have hot or fresh water. No red wine or place to buy snacks. It was a gorgeous spot these are the issues that may be problematic.
Kristin, 5-night romance trip
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2/10 Poor

Lily, 5-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Christopher, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The reef and marine life were stunning. The accommodation was basic but comfortable and the staff were friendly and super accommodating.
Jennifer, 5-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

If you like putting your mask underwater and exploring an amazing coral reef in a completely untouristy location with such a wondeful and friendly staff then you have come to the right place. We will definitely return to Tetamanu village. This is not a grandiose 5 star resort- but rather a unique immersion into a simplifeid lifestyle of exploring underwater or a desolate motu with coral sand, community dining and sleeping in simple bungalows on the beach. Clean but rustic, no hot water for showers but you will not miss them. This is the "real" Polynesia
Ellen, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

Nina, 3-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great diving and snorkeling at your bungalow steps
Bungalows right on the water and right on the pass with awesome diving and snorkeling at your bungalow steps. Great camp-like communal experience.
At the Dive Dock
John, 5-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Great place to visit
Tetamanu Village feels like a summer camp for adults and ocean lovers. Located right next to Tetamanu Pass, it contains its own diving center and scheduled dives and is a great place to arrange dives and rest in between. It is not just for divers, though. The surrounding area is also good for snorkeling and hiking the small island can also fill a morning. I spent 3 nights at Tetamanu and could have easily spent 2 more. The area is nice and picturesque, all meals are provided at the reception center (you can feed sharks your leftovers), and transport to and from the center is included in the package. It really, really helps if you speak french. My only complaints are (1) there are not locks on the bungalow doors or screens on the bungalow windows (I didn't have anything stolen but I am old fashioned when it comes to security) and (2) they don't have nitrox available for their dives. To do a nitrox dive you'll have to schedule your dive with Topdive. Overall I enjoyed my time at Tetamanu and may go back someday.
Troy, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

On y va pour la plongée, les requins et la déconnection. Confort simple mais confortable et propre (pas d'eau chaude!). Reseau 4g aléatoire mais ce n'est pas l'important.Transferts depuis l'aéroport inclus (1h30) ainsi que la pension (bonne) complète (hors boissons) et les sorties journalières vers le moti sables roses. Une équipe au top !
3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Bit of a rip off
Not worth the huge price. The location is amazing, although a little warning of the 65 minute rough and uncomfortable boat ride would have been welcome... Room very basic without most of the facilities advertised (no ceiling fan, no rain shower - shower is a mere trickle!) but comfortable. Management showed no interest in solving problems or compensating us for false advertising. Food delicious. All other staff lovely.
teresa, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

The place is right at the south pass and REALLY perfect for divers! The water is crystal clear and you can see the colorful corals, fish ans sharks even without diving/snorkeling. The food was also great and tasty. Nevertheless, we could feel some tension between the staff. Clearly, the majority of guests from all around the world come for diving and some couldn't dive as much as they wanted because they lacked some staff (sick, not their fault). And once it was cancelled last minute because the captain refused to cooperate. It's a pity and it would have been wishful to anticipate this. Apart from this incident, we enjoyed our stay very much. It's really a magnificent location and perfect for disconnecting and relaxing.
3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Bon séjour dans l'ensemble mais quelques problèmes qui ne devraient pas exister pour le prix payé. Travaux tout les jours a partir de 6h du matin donc pas de grâce matinée ni de calme. Et les toilettes communes catastrophiques. Sinon le staff est sympa et le lieu incroyable.
Guillaume, 3-night trip
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6/10 Good

De bungalows van Tetamanu village hebben een duidelijk achterstallig onderhoud. Er waren 3 bunglows met vernieuwde daken maar die van ons was nog in de oude staat. Het douchewater was "koud" (maar dat was vooraf bekend) en zonder druk zodat je op de grond moest zitten om wat meer water uit de douchekop te krijgen. Het bed was ok maar het moskitonet had kleine gaten. Gelukkig hadden wij geen last van muggen tijdens ons 6 daags verblijf. Het eten was lekker maar raakte binnen heel korte tijd op - er werd niets nagekookt! Het personeel was heel vriendelijk en behulpzaam. Ondanks dat wij geen gebruik hebben gemaakt van de duikschool, maakte deze een georganiseerde indruk. De toestand van de "bunglows" in Tetamanu Sauvage is heel slecht - en voor zover ons bekend- wordt dit gedeelte momenteel niet gebruikt. Onze bungalow werd tijdens ons verblijf niet schoon gemaakt. Het interieur is minimaal = basic. De onderwaterwereld daar is spectakulair. Zelfs tijdens het snorkelen kom je ontzettend veel vissoorten (inkl. haaien) tegen. De dagelijkse gratis boottocht naar "Le sable rose" is zeker een aanrader. Ondanks de bovenstaande feiten hebben wij een hele mooie tijd op dit uitzonderlijk plekje aarde beleefd.
Willi, 7-night romance trip
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8/10 Very good

bugalow gleich am meer, fischbeobachtung von Terrasse aus möglich - schlechter informationsfluss - kalte, kaputte Dusche - Essen oft kalt - preis leistungsverhältniss überteuert
Corinne, 3-night trip with friends
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8/10 Very good

Kari, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Idéal plongeurs
Idéal pour les plongeurs Très sympathique Établissement vieillissant Ensemble convivial la pension complète est très bien
Franck, 4-night trip with friends
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2/10 Poor

Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

Le personnel est sympa c’est le seul attrait et c’est beau sous le soleil mais le reste horrible —un seul transfert bateau par JOUR ! Nous avons atterri à 7 h et nous sommes parti pour tetamanu à 18h après l’arrivé du dernier vol. Traversée en pleine nuit pendant 3h avec des conditions de mer désastreuse sans moyen de navigation .. sauf la boussole d’un iPhone d’un client … Le repas midi : seul le plat principal est servi Prenez une autre pension
michel, 4-night romance trip
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2/10 Poor

Horror Hostel ohne Würde
Die Unterkunft sollte sofort zugesperrt werden. Ich habe noch immer Albträume von der Nacht, die ich dort verbringen musste. Das Bett, wenn man es so bezeichnen mag - war eine alte Matratze, die man nicht mal mit Handschuhen anfassen möchte. Die Kissen und der Bezug waren klamm und es war alles voller Krabbeltierkot. Das Moskitonetz hatte riesig Löcher und konnte seinen eigentlich Zweck nicht erfüllen. Das „Badezimmer“ waren zwei Wände, die mit einem Vorhang als Tür vom restlichen Raum abgetrennt waren. Die Dusche ist ein ekliges Rohr das aus einer Ecke kommt. Man möchte dort nichts berühren, weil alles dreckig und ranzig ist. Der Boden hing an einer Stelle durch und man hatte Angst, dass man durchbricht. In der Nacht konnte man kein Auge zubekommen, weil man Tiere knabbern hören konnte und Angst hatte, dass die Ratten ins Zimmer kommen. Die ganze Insel ist zugemüllt. Das Frühstück war altes gefrorenes Baguette, was man nicht einmal schneiden konnte, da es so hart war. Das Abendessen bestand aus Nudeln und Hackfleisch, aber keinem frischen Fisch. Wir wollten die Insel eher verlassen, aber die Besitzer wollten uns keinen Transfer von der Insel organisieren. Im allgemeinen sind die Betreiber nicht an dem Wohl der Gäste Interessiert. Wir saßen in der Hölle fest. Das Wlan ist nur tagsüber gegen eine Gebühr nutzbar. Ich würde meinen größten Feind dort nicht hinschicken.
Kot von Bettwanzen
„Dusche“
Das Bett
Verdreckte Insel
Svenja, 3-night trip
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