Any lounge at the port intahiti for concierge? ??

[micmse2003]

I was told there eas a concierge lounge at the port. We will be arriving at 6 am...after over 14 hours just on a plane. It would be great to know We could rest before boarding at noon. Thanks for any help.

Cheryl

[StanandJim]

I was told there eas a concierge lounge at the port. We will be arriving at 6 am...after over 14 hours just on a plane. It would be great to know We could rest before boarding at noon. Thanks for any help.

Cheryl

 

I believe that you must have misheard.

There is a Concierge Lounge on the Ship.

The Airport in Tahiti is tiny and the facilities are very minimal.

I don't even think that there is a first class lounge.

If the flights are wildly out of sync with e the arrival or departure of the ship,

they sometimes arrange for day facilities at a hotel.

Not private rooms, but changing facilities and use of the hotel pool and grounds type of thing.

Check with your Agent, or Oceania directly.

Edited December 7, 2015 by StanandJim

[no fuss travel]

When we were there a couple of years ago, they arranged a space for us to wait at the city hall I believe. Food, toilet facilities and chairs were available for all passengers. At the time you are arriving, the other passengers will not have disembarked from the ship.

[lais]

Can you fly in the day before and get a hotel and relax and get over your jet lag? I believe it is so much better that way and then when you get on the ship you are ready to have fun.

[kuldalai]

Fly in the day before and stay in an air conditioned hotel close to cruise pier.

Papeete airport is very basic . Beware Papeete always around 25 degrees C, always humid. Wet season runs from November to April when it is super humid. Best time to pass through between May and October .

[ronrick1943]

I agree on this, go a day or two early and enjoy--get rested before you get of the ship. I think you'll enjoy the cruise a lot more. And on the way home get a day room before the flight home.

Rick

[Hawaiidan]

There is....NOTHING tHE airport has no AC and is openair.. Rightacross the street is a motel6 type transit hotel... good for 8 hour stays ( room sold for 8 hour sections...

You will need to get and pay for a hotel. The concept that you can rent a car and drive abound and tour is not a good option

Hotels for a day rate will run about $200-350 cab $60 food $100-150 for the wait ( Tahiti uses the CPF and Euro not theDollar) There are no real beaches to go to and even less public facilities.....

 

Tahiti, the island is NOT the garden island.....it is acrowded dirty busy industrial port... It is the outter islands where the beauty lies.

 

So arrive get a Taxi to a good hotel and wait till the shipboards Take a shower... flying 14 hours I assume will be from east to west so jet lag is very minimal. so you might not feel all that tired.

 

My suggestion on the trip to Tahiti, is break your flight in LAX.for 12hours....See if Oceania will be having an afternoon flight from LAX ( they have in the past) which getsin at 8pm... not 6 am Ask if you can get a business class seat up grade... they offered me one for only$700each.....Take it.. Food on the plane is excellent...in Business

[ORV]

Hey everybody, I believe the OP is asking about the cruise port, not the airport.

 

The bottom line is that there is even less at the cruise port(really only just a dock) than there is at the airport. If my memory serves me correctly there is no terminal building, just a tent where they store the luggage. You check in on the ship.

[vaitape]

You are correct Orv, only an open air tent is at the port to provide shelter from the elements.

 

I agree with Dan: either layover at LAX or get a room at a hotel on Tahiti for both day of arrival and day of departure.

[Ga Peach]

We flew to Tahiti about a month ago and then took a Princess cruise. We arrived the day before and stayed at the Intercontintal Hotel which was very nice. At the cruise port there is only an open air tent with chairs - not somewhere you would want to wait!. Many others had stayed at Moorea FOR A few days prior to the cruise. We did encounter an elderly lady from Belgium who had flown overnight and arrived at 6:00 a.m. She had to sit in the open air tent the entire wait time.

 

Papeete is the capital of French Polynesia and is a busy city. There are lovely portions on the island of Tahiti. On our last day, our flight didn't leave until 10:00 p.m. Princess let us stayed on board (not in our room) and we took a very nice excursion to see waterfalls and pineapple.

[shorefolks]

We did an O cruise from Tahiti in January. We went straight from the airport to the port without getting a hotel room. That, and the total lack of facilities at the port, made for a miserable start to what should have been a glorious vacation. At the port the tent was used only for the luggage. Outside, there were a very few benches (seating maybe a dozen people at most) which were rarely in the shade. The meager lawn was covered with people (mostly in their 70s and 80s) roasting in the sun. The only indoor seats (a handful at most) were in the tourist information center which is a short walk along the waterfront. Whoever got there first stayed there for hours. There were a few cafes near the port, but we arrived long before they opened. There was a marketplace a few blocks away which was a classic island market and worth seeing. It did have some very tasty hot (and safe) street food. And that was about it.

 

Remember that when you arrive you will have been flying for hours. You probably did not sleep well. Your clothes aren't fresh and now you are sweating in the sun- and you have hours to go before you can board. As others have said, get a room and feel relaxed before you start your cruise. We wish we did.

[canuck.qc]

Cheryl,

PPT is unlike most embarkation ports. There are absolutely no facilities and the arrival/departure flight times pose a real challenge. If you are prepared it will be less of a strain. The options are few, the best is to arrive a few days in advance, book a day-room, or book a transfer which includes an island tour. The same applies to excursions. To guarantee quality tours, book them online and in advance. Most ports are not DIY.

[roberts2005]

The one answer I did not see here. What time did Oceania start boarding?

 

Also, can you leave your luggage at 6:00 AM and go off on a tour?

[Hawaiidan]

The one answer I did not see here. What time did Oceania start boarding?

 

Also, can you leave your luggage at 6:00 AM and go off on a tour?

 

Welcome to French Polynesia and tropical time.... The ship schedule say about 1 pm, but figgure close to 2 pm Debarking passengers will have their luggage taken to a tent and it is a typical scene that dosent clear till about 10 in reality

 

Nobody moves fast... You wont have a room, normaly on the ship till after 3pm closer to 5pm.... Time drags on.

They used to open the city hall to let you put your bags but they dont open till 9...

I stress...there are NO facilities at the pier, there are NO facilities at the airport... Taking a tour just off the plane is suicide... Besides you will have the issue of your luggage....

 

If you cant break the flight in LAX and or get a 9pm arrival ( when O charters the plane) then on arrival spend the $150-200 to get a room and a shower. Trying to do it any other way will mess you up for days and ruin the start of the cruise

Tahiti/Papeetee is an industrial port, with nothing..repeat nothing for cruise ships except a dock... no shade, nowater...no joke.

[roberts2005]

Welcome to French Polynesia and tropical time.... The ship schedule say about 1 pm, but figgure close to 2 pm Debarking passengers will have their luggage taken to a tent and it is a typical scene that dosent clear till about 10 in reality

 

Nobody moves fast... You wont have a room, normaly on the ship till after 3pm closer to 5pm.... Time drags on.

They used to open the city hall to let you put your bags but they dont open till 9...

I stress...there are NO facilities at the pier, there are NO facilities at the airport... Taking a tour just off the plane is suicide... Besides you will have the issue of your luggage....

 

If you cant break the flight in LAX and or get a 9pm arrival ( when O charters the plane) then on arrival spend the $150-200 to get a room and a shower. Trying to do it any other way will mess you up for days and ruin the start of the cruise

Tahiti/Papeetee is an industrial port, with nothing..repeat nothing for cruise ships except a dock... no shade, nowater...no joke.

 

Thank you.

 

In January 2014 we spent three days in Moorea and came over in the afternoon. No problem.

 

This April, I have no choice and am arriving day of cruise on the overnight. Any suggestions for hotels that will provide a private day room. (In a nice location)

[Hawaiidan]

Thank you.

 

In January 2014 we spent three days in Moorea and came over in the afternoon. No problem.

 

This April, I have no choice and am arriving day of cruise on the overnight. Any suggestions for hotels that will provide a private day room. (In a nice location)

 

 

 

Its right next to the airport....well sort of Intercontinental.. However across the street is an el-cheapo... only about $110.00 for 8 hours. There is a hotel down town on the main drag almost across from the ship... cant remember the name...but is noisy

[vaitape]

The name of the hotel is Tahiti Nui Hotel. I believe it opened about 5 years ago. It's on a busy street but if you bring ear plugs you should be ok. It has a restaurant and bar. Visit its website and TripAdvisor for details. Again, unless you're a hale and hearty 20 year old, find somewhere to rest pre and post cruise. Money well spent, honestly. There is NOTHING in the way of comfort dockside.

[RJB]

Thank you.

 

In January 2014 we spent three days in Moorea and came over in the afternoon. No problem.

 

This April, I have no choice and am arriving day of cruise on the overnight. Any suggestions for hotels that will provide a private day room. (In a nice location)

We did the same in the over the water suites. Wonderful....2 days in Moorea and 2 days in PPT. If you can it is the best way to go.

[RJB]

The name of the hotel is Tahiti Nui Hotel. I believe it opened about 5 years ago. It's on a busy street but if you bring ear plugs you should be ok. It has a restaurant and bar. Visit its website and TripAdvisor for details. Again, unless you're a hale and hearty 20 year old, find somewhere to rest pre and post cruise. Money well spent, honestly. There is NOTHING in the way of comfort dockside.

Try the Intercontinental and you will not need ear plugs. Both in Moorea and PPT they are wonderful hotels.

[pinotlover]

Perhaps the OP, or their TA, should call Oceania and ask if they provide a airport transfer for this port. If so, what does that transfer include, should be the next question. In many ports, the transfer often includes a stop over at some hotel or facility to change clothes, lounge around, eat, etc. I have never seen Oceania, at other ports, bring their cruisers, that have paid for their transfers, and dump them at the dock hours early. If O provides this service, then what does it cost? How does that cost compare to paying the day rate for a hotel room as suggested by Hawaiidan?

 

Call Oceania!

[ORV]

Perhaps the OP, or their TA, should call Oceania and ask if they provide a airport transfer for this port. If so, what does that transfer include, should be the next question. In many ports, the transfer often includes a stop over at some hotel or facility to change clothes, lounge around, eat, etc. I have never seen Oceania, at other ports, bring their cruisers, that have paid for their transfers, and dump them at the dock hours early. If O provides this service, then what does it cost? How does that cost compare to paying the day rate for a hotel room as suggested by Hawaiidan?

 

Call Oceania!

 

No need to call, here you go;

 

Important Information Concerning

Embarkation/Debarkation Procedures in Papeete

 

Dear Valued Guests and Travel Partners,

 

In preparation for your upcoming South Pacific cruise aboard Marina, we would like to inform you of some important pre-cruise information relating to the embarkation/debarkation process in Papeete.

 

EMBARKATION

Embarkation times for your cruise is based on our standard schedule:

 

11 am Guests in Owner’s, Vista and Oceania Suites

12 noon Guests in Penthouse Suites and Concierge Staterooms (Category A)

1 pm Guests in all other Staterooms (Categories B through G)

 

Upon boarding, guests will be guided to the Marina Lounge to check-in for your cruise. Lunch will be served on board at the Terrace Café.

 

ARRIVING GUESTS WITH TRANSFERS

Upon arrival to Papeete, guests who purchased transfers from the airport to the ship will be greeted at the airport.

 

Checked luggage for guests with air reservations and transfers purchased through Oceania Cruises will be transferred from the airport directly to the ship.

 

Guests arriving on an early morning flight (prior to their embarkation time) will be taken to an off-site hospitality area where light refreshments and restroom facilities are available. Guests will be able to store their hand luggage in order to enjoy Papeete on their own. Prior to embarkation, guests must reclaim their hand luggage before proceeding to the ship.

 

ARRIVING GUESTS WITHOUT TRANSFERS

Upon arriving in Papeete, guests without transfers can proceed to the cruise pier and drop off their checked luggage. Please note that the cruise pier does not have any facilities or seating where the guests can wait until embarkation commences. We encourage guests to contact their travel agent or our call center to purchase Oceania Cruises airport to ship transfers, in order to have access to the off-site holding area.

 

Guests must retain their hand luggage, as storage facilities are not available at the cruise pier. Guests can then enjoy a leisure day in Papeete on their own.

 

Cruise only guests may also drop off their checked luggage at the cruise pier. All checked luggage will be loaded onto the ship and delivered to the stateroom or suite after embarkation.

 

DISEMBARKATION

Disembarkation in Papeete will be according to our regular schedule, which depends on their air flight departure times. All guests must disembark by 10 am. In order to prepare the staterooms and suites for the next cruise, guests will be kindly asked to vacate their accommodations by 8 am. Breakfast will be served on board.

 

Flight departures from Papeete vary and are usually in the evening or late night. It is strongly recommended that guests consider reserving a day room from one of the local hotels for their convenience.

 

For guests with air arrangement made through Oceania Cruises and scheduled to depart later in the evening they may proceed to the off-site hospitality area. Guests can store their hand luggage in the holding area and reclaim prior to departing for the airport. Light refreshments will be available at the off-site hospitality area. Guests are encouraged to enjoy a day at leisure in Papeete on their own, instead of spending the day in the hospitality area.

 

Checked luggage for air inclusive guests will be taken from the ship directly to the airport where the guests will need to identify them prior to check-in at the airline counter.

 

Guests with ship to airport transfers will be transferred from the hospitality area to the airport depending on their flight schedules. Complete details on disembarkation arrangements will be provided on board.

 

The hospitality area will only be available for guests with air and/or transfer arrangements made through Oceania Cruises. Cruise only guests will be on their own upon disembarking the ship.

 

PRE-CRUISE HOTEL PACKAGES

Early arriving guests with pre-cruise hotel packages are recommended to purchase a day room (depending on availability), as complimentary early check-ins may not be made available by the hotels.

 

POST-CRUISE HOTEL PACKAGES

Guests on post-cruise hotel packages will remain on board until being transferred to the hotel for check-in. Guests may also purchase a day room (depending on hotel availability) if you prefer to check-in early at the hotel, instead of waiting on board.

 

We look forward to welcoming you on board Marina and providing you with a memorable cruise experience.

 

Warm Regards,

Oceania Cruises

[roberts2005]

No need to call, here you go;

 

Important Information Concerning

Embarkation/Debarkation Procedures in Papeete

 

Dear Valued Guests and Travel Partners,

 

In preparation for your upcoming South Pacific cruise aboard Marina, we would like to inform you of some important pre-cruise information relating to the embarkation/debarkation process in Papeete.

 

EMBARKATION

Embarkation times for your cruise is based on our standard schedule:

 

11 am Guests in Owner’s, Vista and Oceania Suites

12 noon Guests in Penthouse Suites and Concierge Staterooms (Category A)

1 pm Guests in all other Staterooms (Categories B through G)

 

Upon boarding, guests will be guided to the Marina Lounge to check-in for your cruise. Lunch will be served on board at the Terrace Café.

 

ARRIVING GUESTS WITH TRANSFERS

Upon arrival to Papeete, guests who purchased transfers from the airport to the ship will be greeted at the airport.

 

Checked luggage for guests with air reservations and transfers purchased through Oceania Cruises will be transferred from the airport directly to the ship.

 

Guests arriving on an early morning flight (prior to their embarkation time) will be taken to an off-site hospitality area where light refreshments and restroom facilities are available. Guests will be able to store their hand luggage in order to enjoy Papeete on their own. Prior to embarkation, guests must reclaim their hand luggage before proceeding to the ship.

 

ARRIVING GUESTS WITHOUT TRANSFERS

Upon arriving in Papeete, guests without transfers can proceed to the cruise pier and drop off their checked luggage. Please note that the cruise pier does not have any facilities or seating where the guests can wait until embarkation commences. We encourage guests to contact their travel agent or our call center to purchase Oceania Cruises airport to ship transfers, in order to have access to the off-site holding area.

 

Guests must retain their hand luggage, as storage facilities are not available at the cruise pier. Guests can then enjoy a leisure day in Papeete on their own.

 

Cruise only guests may also drop off their checked luggage at the cruise pier. All checked luggage will be loaded onto the ship and delivered to the stateroom or suite after embarkation.

 

DISEMBARKATION

Disembarkation in Papeete will be according to our regular schedule, which depends on their air flight departure times. All guests must disembark by 10 am. In order to prepare the staterooms and suites for the next cruise, guests will be kindly asked to vacate their accommodations by 8 am. Breakfast will be served on board.

 

Flight departures from Papeete vary and are usually in the evening or late night. It is strongly recommended that guests consider reserving a day room from one of the local hotels for their convenience.

 

For guests with air arrangement made through Oceania Cruises and scheduled to depart later in the evening they may proceed to the off-site hospitality area. Guests can store their hand luggage in the holding area and reclaim prior to departing for the airport. Light refreshments will be available at the off-site hospitality area. Guests are encouraged to enjoy a day at leisure in Papeete on their own, instead of spending the day in the hospitality area.

 

Checked luggage for air inclusive guests will be taken from the ship directly to the airport where the guests will need to identify them prior to check-in at the airline counter.

 

Guests with ship to airport transfers will be transferred from the hospitality area to the airport depending on their flight schedules. Complete details on disembarkation arrangements will be provided on board.

 

The hospitality area will only be available for guests with air and/or transfer arrangements made through Oceania Cruises. Cruise only guests will be on their own upon disembarking the ship.

 

PRE-CRUISE HOTEL PACKAGES

Early arriving guests with pre-cruise hotel packages are recommended to purchase a day room (depending on availability), as complimentary early check-ins may not be made available by the hotels.

 

POST-CRUISE HOTEL PACKAGES

Guests on post-cruise hotel packages will remain on board until being transferred to the hotel for check-in. Guests may also purchase a day room (depending on hotel availability) if you prefer to check-in early at the hotel, instead of waiting on board.

 

We look forward to welcoming you on board Marina and providing you with a memorable cruise experience.

 

Warm Regards,

Oceania Cruises

 

Thank you Great Information. Was this letter given out this year?

 

Wondering if it pays to do their transfers to get to use the day room.

 

Anyone know cost of transfers?

 

Thanks again,

 

Robert

[micmse2003]

Tried calling O but because we went thru TA they can't give that info. Need to wait till the morning

[ORV]

Thank you Great Information. Was this letter given out this year?

 

Wondering if it pays to do their transfers to get to use the day room.

 

Anyone know cost of transfers?

 

Thanks again,

 

Robert

 

I got this about a week ago for our upcoming trip in February. BUT, they are not really offering the use of a day room, you might read that again. It's a Hospitality area and they recommend that you get your own day room or find something else to do. From the tone of the letter it seems they are discouraging you from hanging out there all day.

[roberts2005]

Hospitality room is fine, if I can get on the ship at 12:00 We are in a PH3.

 

If the cost of the transfer is reasonable, it will be worthwhile to have a place with clean bath rooms and the fact that our large luggage will go straight to ship

 

AS my cruise is not till April 11, I will wait and see what people say about their experience.