Pension Hakamanu Lodge - Tikehau
Nestled on a private islet, located half an hour from the airport, the guest house Hakamanu Lodge welcomes you fora stay in a Robinson setting, away from the hustle and bustle of the village. At your own pace, discover the surrounding landscapes through reef walks, swims in the lagoon or the channel, snorkeling or kayaking. Enjoy the pink sand beach of the Lodge relaxing in one of the loungers. Rose and Robert, owners of the place, are discreet hosts but will remain available for you if needed. Disconnect and enjoy the Tuamotu.
Location
Located on a secluded motu at 30 min boat distance from the main village and 15 min from Eden island.
Welcome amenities: Flower lei at the arrival at the airport and fresh coconut water Departure amenities: One shell lei per person.
Dining - Entertainment Features
The restaurant of the pension is located at the entrance of the motu, within the main house. Set tables and chairs are located within the dining room, and on the covered terrace facing the lagoon for meals.
Continental Breakfast : 07H00 to 09H00 Tea/Coffee/Chocolate, bread, butter, jam, juice, fruits
Lunch (to be organized and paid on spot) : from 11H30 to 13H30 Snacks or light meals available such as pizzas, steacks & fries, panini ..
Dinner : from 19H00 1 starter + 1 main course + 1 home made dessert
Meals are prepared with local products such as fresh fish, meat when available (different style of cooking), and vegetables. Bar (sodas, beers, wines, alcohol) available on location
Internet
Free Internet from the main lounge.
Facilities and Activities
Bring good reef shoes if you plan on walking around the surrounding islets (motu) Behind the guest house, within a few minutes walk, you can swim in small natural pools formed by coral If you want a good snorkeling session in the lagoon or the channel, please ask Robert or Rose for appropriate equipment Kayaks are available to guests for free.
At the Lodge’s discretion, tours can be organized on request and depending on occupancy: – Picnic at the Motu
– Visit of Bird island and Eden island
– Fishing activities (Reservation and payment on the spot directly)
Important: Divers must pay a supplement on spot for return transfers to the dive centers of the island (Top Dive located within the Tikehau Pearl Beach Resort being the closest)
Free Activities: Fishing, Kayaks, Canoe, Library, Petanque, Snorkeling Equipment,
Other Facilities : WIFI in public areas,
Children
For security reasons, children from 00 to 02 years are not allowed on the motu.
Important Remarks
Information on this fact sheet is subject to change without prior notice.
This establishment belongs to the official category of “guesthouses & family hotels”. The classification of these lodges has been set in order to clearly differentiate them from the ”international hotels and residences” category, based on the following key elements
– A limited number of furnished units, generally located close to the family home
– Facilities tailored to domestic standards, different from the international tourist hotels criteria
– Restricted catering, reception, and housekeeping service
– Limited staff, both in terms of numbers and professional training
– Reduced taxes Thus, any restrictive diets, special physical conditions, arrival/departure outside of regular Check In and Check Out hours must be communicated to us before the reservation is made, and are subject to the approval of the establishment. While it is true that the level of comfort can not be compared to that of an international hotel, the commitment to hospitality remains nevertheless professional.
Credit Card accepted : Visa, MasterCard & American Express There is no bank on the island. We highly recommend to bring some local currency (CFP).
Room Facilities
Mobile Fan, Housekeeping every 3 days, Mosquito Net, Private Bathroom & WC,
Room Categories
Standard Room & Half Board
In total, 3 rooms are available and all have their own private bathroom with hot water. They can accommodate up to 3 people.
-2 units are adjoining and offer 1 king and 1 single bed each.
-1 unit is located channel side and offers 1 king bed and possibility of putting 1 extra bed. A small terrace with chairs and table. For more convenience the main laundry is also put at disposal
Maximum Occupancy: 3A
Bed Configuration : 1 King size bed + 1 Single bed
More Info: Only 1 unit among the 9 rooms is equipped with Twin beds.
Additional Facilities: N/A
Crusoe Beach Bungalow & Half Board
This bungalow is located away from the main house, at the edge of the lagoon with its sandy beach just in front. The interior is cozy with king bed and private bathroom with hot water. This unit is ideal for couples.
Maximum Occupancy : 2A
Bed Configuration: 1 double bed
Additional Facilities: N/A