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Sofitel Moorea Ia Ora Beach Resort

4.5 of 5
B.P. 28, Moorea, Maharepa 98728, French Polynesia
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Sofitel Moorea Ia Ora Beach Resort
Ranked #1 of 3 hotels in Maharepa
4.5 of 5 stars 557 Reviews
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  • Overwater Bungalow(18)
  • Very nice(11)
  • Breakfast buffet(9)
  • ATV tour(8)
  • Room service(8)
  • Meal plan(7)
  • K restaurant(7)
  • Travel agent(5)
  • Would highly recommend(3)
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Irving, Texas
2 reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW
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The Sofitel is very expensive, so one would expect top rate service. The setting is beautiful, and the water is so clear and calm. We could snorkel right off of our balcony which we thoroughly enjoyed. However, we were very disappointed in the service. We arrived via the ferry from Tahiti. We had to take a cab to the hotel... More

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Melbourne
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW
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person found this review helpful

Sofitel Moorea Beach is conveniently located near the ferry terminal. It is advisable to pre-arrange transport to hotel as the local taxi fares are not cheap. The bungalow we stayed in is nicely placed near the beach with great views of the reef and the nearby beach. The inside area is well spaced with the bathroom located behind the partition... More

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Edmonton, Canada
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW
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Lovely room (luxury over-water bungalow), with a great rainfall shower in the bathroom and a quick post-snorkel fresh water rinsing shower on the deck. Direct access into the lagoon off the private deck, lots of younger fish swimming in this area. Fabulous infinity pool by the bar and restaurant. Plan on going back and spending more than the 3 days... More

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Olivier De Ronseray, General Manager at Sofitel Moorea Ia Ora Beach Resort, responded to this review
27 May 2012

Dear "AlanMacD" Thank you for posting your comments, we are glad to see that you enjoyed your over water Bungalow, and that you had a great snorkeling experience. We are looking forward to have you staying with us again. Best Regards Olivier De Ronseray General Manager Sofitel Ia Ora Beach Resort Moorea More

Passionisme
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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2012
4
people found this review helpful

We stayed at Sofitel Moorea Ia Ora Beach Resort for 3 nights before we went on A Paul Gauguin cruise. We took the 35 minute ferry from Tahiti over to Moorea. Very easy to do. Taxi's are a rip off for a 4 minute taxi ride at 20 miles an hour and we timed it it cost $20 book your... More

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Olivier De Ronseray, General Manager at Sofitel Moorea Ia Ora Beach Resort, responded to this review
21 May 2012

Dear "Passionisme" A quick email to thank you for the comments that you recently posted. Your feedbacks are always highly valued and mostly appreciated. We are glad to see that you enjoyed your stay with us, but we reach for a perfect stay. Therefore we were sorry to read that the culinary aspect of your stay was not up to... More

Kailua-Kona, Hawaii
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2012
5
people found this review helpful

This hotel was THE very best hotel experience of our lives.. All the possible variables combined to create a spectacular stay -- we loved this place and could have stayed there the rest of our lives. It is situated on the most beautiful lagoon, which was SO user friendly!!. The OW Bungalows allow you free access to the crystal clear... More

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Olivier De Ronseray, General Manager at Sofitel Moorea Ia Ora Beach Resort, responded to this review
21 May 2012

Dear "Waikerie" What a great comment. I have to thank you a thousand times, such awesome appreciation is exactly what we love to read from our guest. We strive everyday to deliver the best experience possible to each guest, and to make your stay remains as memorable as possible. Therefore when we have the chance and privilege to read such... More

Gardiner, Maine
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32 reviews 32 reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
29 helpful votes 29 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2012

The Sofitel Moorea la Ora Beach Resort was beautiful but the service was average at best. This started at the reception during check in and continued throughout our three days there, particularly in the restaurant we used a couple of times (Pure). Relative to cabins, I highly recommend 117, 119 and 120 - at the end of the pier with... More

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mumbai
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2012
2
people found this review helpful

We had booked a Garden bungalow and it was worth all the money paid for. Their garden bungalow's are placed very close to beach and we could see the beach from our room. The rooms were great so was the lagoon and the staff was wonderful. I would definately recommend this hotel, though its a little far from all the... More

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Arbroath, United Kingdom
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2012
2
people found this review helpful

Stayed in an overwater bungalow for 4 nights, absolute heaven! Beautiful room, with excellant snorkelling on your doorstep. Dived with the hotel scuba diving team a couple times, would recommend the 0800 shark dive. Food a little pricey in hotel but you expect that before you arrive, a good tip would be to buy snacks and baguettes on Tahiti before... More

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Olivier De Ronseray, General Manager at Sofitel Moorea Ia Ora Beach Resort, responded to this review
23 May 2012

Dear "Skidz1980" A quick note to thank you to have taken the time to post your comment. We are glad tosee that you enjoyed your stay with us Despite our best effort, It is true that the cost of food remains high in French Polynesia. Hoping this will not keep you from coming back and visit us again in one... More

New York City
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73 reviews 73 reviews
Reviews in 59 cities Reviews in 59 cities
157 helpful votes 157 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2012
3
people found this review helpful

We spent 3 nights at the Sofitel in January, 2012, in a standard bungalow. Despite having rain a few days, the facility was fabulous and the breakfast was superb. We were able to enjoy the beach and the grounds, which were wonderful. Staff was great and having a car with us enabled us to enjoy the spectacular island of Moorea... More

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Olivier De Ronseray, General Manager at Sofitel Moorea Ia Ora Beach Resort, responded to this review
12 May 2012

Bonjour, Ia Orana, "UrbanNYC" We just had the chance to read the review you posted in regards of your stay in our property in Moorea. And wanted to thank you very much for your positive comments about our facility (despite the few days of rain) We will be honored to host you again during the dry season. Please do not... More

Sydney, Australia
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27 reviews 27 reviews
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100 helpful votes 100 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2012
2
people found this review helpful

We stayed for 4 days last year but I have only got around to writing this review now. It was great. We had a overwater bungalow near the end of the pontoon and the views were beautiful. Being able to go and snorkel off your own private deck was lovely. The rooms are wonderfully equipped and the glass window in... More

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Olivier De Ronseray, General Manager at Sofitel Moorea Ia Ora Beach Resort, responded to this review
12 May 2012

Bonjour "Looseal" Hoping this email find you well. We read that your stay at Sofitel Moorea was last year, so let us you know that we are very appreciative that you took the time even several months later to post this superb comment about your stay. On another positive note, we did some major upgrade as far as our network... More

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Address: B.P. 28, Moorea, Maharepa 98728, French Polynesia
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