Painapaopao Backpacker
Pk 13.1 Côté Montagne Pihaena, BP3551, Temae, Maharepa
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Why people book this hotel
“The dorm is actually very private, there are walls in between beds”
“I really liked the place itself and the fact that the beds are separated by a wa…”
“Everything is super clean, you have your own light and fan in the room The staff…”
“It’s an absolutely fantastic place, the dorm is absolutely wonderful because eve…”
“Great place, with a great beach close by”
“Location was excellent, bed comfy with mozzie net, large room, locker, separate…”
“Camille is a great host and cleans very well”
“Great little hostel, where you get your own space so it feels like a private roo…”
“Great value for money”
“Parking for vehicles too”
Overview
Situated in Moorea, 2 km from Ta'ahiamanu Beach, Painapaopao Backpacker features accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace. Located around 12 km from Moorea Green Pearl Golf Course, the hostel is also 21 km away from Moorea Lagoonarium. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen and free WiFi throughout the property. The rooms in the hostel are fitted with a kettle. All rooms have bed linen. The nearest airport is Moorea Airport, 13 km from Painapaopao Backpacker.
Traveller reviews
Natalia
solo_traveller
November 13, 2025
“Amazing stay”
I’ve had a lovely stay in Painapaopao. The dorm is actually very private, there are walls in between beds. The place itself is very lovely and peaceful. I’d come here again
Chiara
solo_traveller
November 3, 2025
“lovely and chill place to stay in Moorea!”
I really liked the place itself and the fact that the beds are separated by a wall, so you have more privacy
Julie
solo_traveller
September 30, 2025
It was absolutely amazing – probably the best experience I had in Moorea! Great value for money. You sleep under a mosquito net, with proper walls around you for privacy, which makes it very comfortable. Everything is super clean, you have your own light and fan in the room The staff are very friendly and helpful, and they even give you great tips for travelling around Moorea.
Nick
solo_traveller
September 18, 2025
“Great place to stay in Mo'orea”
Great place, with a great beach close by. The room is great and the bed was comfortable!
Luca
couple
August 10, 2025
The place was very nice and the owner too.
Verena
solo_traveller
August 8, 2025
“Absolutely fantastic”
It’s an absolutely fantastic place, the dorm is absolutely wonderful because every part of the dorms like your own little room, it has a very comfortable bed with a mosquito net, the bathrooms are spotless and clean in the kitchen is very comfortable, just fantastic- and on top the friendliest manager! Super nice
Amanda
solo_traveller
April 25, 2025
I can see why this Backpackers made it into Lonely Plant guide. Location was excellent, bed comfy with mozzie net, large room, locker, separate showers and toilets, clean, super size kitchen with all you need. Big verandah to either sit and chill or eat out there. Parking for vehicles too. Walk to closest public beach was 30 minutes and a lovely spot with showers etc or you could drive in 5 minutes heaps of parking
Lula
solo_traveller
March 7, 2025
The place is lovely but a bit far from everything which forces you to either rent a vehicle or hitchhike which is rather easy but can still be dangerous especially for solo female travellers. Camille is a great host and cleans very well!
Oscar
solo_traveller
February 24, 2025
“Really great”
Very clean and well put together, loved it
ArianeParas
solo_traveller
February 16, 2025
Great little hostel, where you get your own space so it feels like a private room, and very pleasant common area / kitchen. It's helpful to be able to use the kitchen and save some money. Easy to meet other solo travellers.
Emily
solo_traveller
January 29, 2025
“Lovely setting in nature”
Lovely garden, good location, nice facilities
Amy
solo_traveller
September 14, 2024
“Great stay at Painapaopao, all you need in terms of facilities and a great spot to meet like minded travellers. Highly r”
The most organised set up I have seen, each bed has their own space for fridge & dry food storage. Beds enclosed with walls and curtain for great privacy for a dorm & separate men’s/woman’s facilities.
Finty
solo_traveller
August 10, 2024
“The best place - would recommend to anyone!”
Lots of privacy, all the amenities you could need including fans, mosquito nets, and a full kitchen.
borbala
solo_traveller
July 16, 2024
Its a lovely accommodation on this beautyful island. Camille is amazing person, She did all best to help me when I lost my phone. Although they have budget friendly and "dorm" room, all bed has own private area like a little room in a big room with walls and curtains+ mosquito curtain As well.
Rarinca
solo_traveller
June 4, 2024
“Perfect place for a solo traveler!”
The dormitory had walls between the beds and that made it seem like I had my own bedroom and, for me, having that privacy was great! Everything was really clean and welcoming. With 2 separate bathrooms for men and women, it was enough for everyone staying there. The kitchen and eating area was really nice, big and clean, with everything you need to store and cook your food.
Lada
solo_traveller
April 29, 2024
“The best hostel you could possibly stay in Moorea. It’s in fact small so the place is very calm, in a nice small garden.”
Beautiful place, clean, dorms has separated spaces for each bed, a nice beach within walking distance
Katarzyna
solo_traveller
April 29, 2024
“Remarkable!”
I totally loved it! The staff was really friendly. They also checked me in super early with no extra charge. Inside the dorm bungalow, there are partitions between beds, which give everyone a private small room. Really luxurious conditions for a hostel! The room comes with a mosquistiera, small fan and table lamp. The bathroom, kitchen, and common area are really clean and well equipped. I saw a lot of information, magazines about the island and the activities here (in the common area). You can rent snoring equipment, rent a towel, do a laundry, etc... 5-minute walk there is a small thai food truck (1000xpf for a meal). Gorgeous settings (full of greenery, in a garden).
francoise
extended_group
March 29, 2024
“correspond a mes attentes”
Lukas
extended_group
March 23, 2024
“Great Location”
Guest
solo_traveller
December 21, 2023
“I enjoyed it . The host was very pleasant kind & helpful”
It was comfortable clean pleasant surroundings
Facilities
Activities
Bicycle rental (additional charge)
Entertainment and family services
Board games/puzzles
Food & Drink
Breakfast options
General
Non-smoking rooms, WiFi available in all areas
Internet
WiFi, Free WiFi, Internet services
Kitchen
Shared kitchen
Outdoors
Garden, Terrace
Parking
Free parking, Parking, Parking on site, Private parking, Parking garage
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety & security
Fire extinguishers
Services
Lockers, Express check-in/check-out, Car hire
Double Room with Private Bathroom
The double room includes a private bathroom equipped with a shower. Guests can make meals in the kitchen that is equipped with a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave. The double room features a tea and coffee maker, a terrace and garden views. The unit offers 1 bed.
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