jjjct Posted July 16, 2019 #1 Ā Share Posted July 16, 2019 Hello, I will be departing on a cruise from Papeete. Our flight is overnight, 14 hours long + layover for connection. We are arriving at 5AM in Papeete the day before cruise. Figure we will be very tiered andĀ jet lagged. So was looking at eitherĀ Manava Suite Resort or the Intercontinental Tahiti, soĀ we can relax by the pool and hopefully store luggage before afternoon check in. Would appreciate any advise on which resort is better for pool, rooms, food. Is either within walking distance to a grocery? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tahitianbigkahuna Posted July 16, 2019 #2 Ā Share Posted July 16, 2019 2 hours ago, jjjct said: Hello, I will be departing on a cruise from Papeete. Our flight is overnight, 14 hours long + layover for connection. We are arriving at 5AM in Papeete the day before cruise. Figure we will be very tiered andĀ jet lagged. So was looking at eitherĀ Manava Suite Resort or the Intercontinental Tahiti, soĀ we can relax by the pool and hopefully store luggage before afternoon check in. Would appreciate any advise on which resort is better for pool, rooms, food. Is either within walking distance to a grocery? Both are good choicesĀ .... thought the Grande Dame of Tahiti is the IC. The pools at the IC IMO are superior. Both have nice rooms. IC has two markets within walking distance. A small one to the left when leaving and the largest on the island 2/3 mile to the right when leaving. Not sure about a market close to the Manava ... that's what Google maps is for š Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jjjct Posted July 17, 2019 Author #3 Ā Share Posted July 17, 2019 8 hours ago, Tahitianbigkahuna said: Both are good choicesĀ .... thought the Grande Dame of Tahiti is the IC. The pools at the IC IMO are superior. Both have nice rooms. IC has two markets within walking distance. A small one to the left when leaving and the largest on the island 2/3 mile to the right when leaving. Not sure about a market close to the Manava ... that's what Google maps is for š Thank you , we booked the Manave. Husbands choice, little bit less money, and want to go to the Blue Banana Restaurant which is in walking distance. You are a wealth of info on these islands.It is our first visit and know I will be asking many more questions as i plan this cruise. Do you have any posted cruise reviews? Ā Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tahitianbigkahuna Posted July 17, 2019 #4 Ā Share Posted July 17, 2019 (edited) 11 hours ago, jjjct said: Thank you , we booked the Manave. Husbands choice, little bit less money, and want to go to the Blue Banana Restaurant which is in walking distance. You are a wealth of info on these islands.It is our first visit and know I will be asking many more questions as i plan this cruise. Do you have any posted cruise reviews? Ā Ā Thank you for the kudosĀ .... yes there is a review/information thread, hope you like pictures and suggestions š Ā https://boards.cruisecritic.com/topic/2457726-my-review-suggestions/ Edited July 17, 2019 by Tahitianbigkahuna Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Petoonya Posted July 17, 2019 #5 Ā Share Posted July 17, 2019 (edited) Stayed at the Manava Suites two years ago and while not as nice as the IC we liked it very much. The rooms are nicely appointed, pool and beach great. Like many of the hotels are doing in Tahiti they have a new coral nursery where the snorkeling is great. Think you'll be very happy. Edited July 17, 2019 by Petoonya Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jjjct Posted July 18, 2019 Author #6 Ā Share Posted July 18, 2019 On 7/17/2019 at 1:02 PM, Petoonya said: Stayed at the Manava Suites two years ago and while not as nice as the IC we liked it very much. The rooms are nicely appointed, pool and beach great. Like many of the hotels are doing in Tahiti they have a new coral nursery where the snorkeling is great. Think you'll be very happy. Thank you! Do they have mask and snorkel for use? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Petoonya Posted July 19, 2019 #7 Ā Share Posted July 19, 2019 5 hours ago, jjjct said: Thank you! Do they have mask and snorkel for use? I don't recall that they did but you could email the concierge and find out for sure. I'd not be surprised š Ā Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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