Hotel Kia Ora Resort & Spa

Avatoru , , B.p. 198, Avatoru, Rangiroa, French Polynesia (Show on Map)


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Summary of reviewsThe Hotel Kia Ora Resort & Spa is a stunning and well-located hotel, offering exceptional views and a beautiful beach. The breakfast buffet is varied and fresh with some guests calling it the best breakfast they've ever had. While some guests had complaints about the restaurant, many still found it to be excellent and a highlight of their stay. The rooms are spacious, clean and comfortable with beautiful views, although some could benefit from a refresh. The staff is described as charming, friendly and always available to help, providing exceptional hospitality. The spa is definitely worth visiting and guests often leave with memorable experiences. The beach is outstanding with clear crystal waters and marine life around the overwater bungalows. The beds are comfortable, making for a restful night's sleep. Overall, the Hotel Kia Ora Resort & Spa offers a luxurious and romantic location for a dreamy beach vacation.
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Room Types
One-Bedroom Bungalow - Beach Front This Polynesian style, wooden bungalow features a terrace overlooking the lagoon. It also includes an outdoor hot tub, tea/coffee making facilities and a bathroom with a shower. Adapters are available on requests.

Over Water Bungalow This over-water bungalow is located in the beautiful lagoon. It includes a terrace. The bedroom/living room is spacious and modern. The private bathroom has both a shower and a bath. Adapters are available on request.

Junior Suite with Private Pool This suite features a private pool and garden. It also includes an undercover patio, tea/coffee making facilities and 2 bathroom with a shower. An outdoor bath is provided. Adapters are available on request.

Beach Duplex Bungalow (jacuzzi) This suite features a private whirlpool, tea/coffee making facilities and a bathroom with a shower. Adapters are available on request.

Beach Deluxe Bungalow With Pool This bungalow features a private pool and garden. It also tea/coffee making facilities and a bathroom with a shower. Adapters are available on request.

One-Bedroom Villa with Private Pool This spacious villa includes a private garden, a private pool and a terrace. It also has a pavilion and an open-air bath. The bedroom/living/bathroom are combined.

Family Suite with Private Pool This suite features a private pool and garden. It also includes an undercover patio, tea/coffee making facilities and 2 bathroom with a shower. An outdoor bath is provided. Adapters are available on request.

About Hotel Kia Ora Resort & Spa
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Guest Reviews
8.6
Very Good
Location
The Hotel Kia Ora Resort & Spa is located in the best spot on the Motu of Rangiroa, offering an excellent and amazing location with exceptional views. The beautiful beach and grounds are outstanding, making it a fabulous location to relax or go diving. The proximity to the tiputa pass and the blue lagoon makes it a perfect location for nature lovers, while the hotel being right in front of the lagoon offers a great central location. The bungalows on the beach offer a picturesque view of the exceptional colors of the lagoon. The location of the hotel is truly incroyable with a superbe lagon and a very beau cadre sur une île magnifique for a tranquil and relaxing environment. The Hotel Kia Ora Resort & Spa is a beautiful and well-located hotel for those looking for a super localisation or for those seeking a paradise emplacement paradisiaque.

Breakfast
If you're a breakfast lover, you won't be disappointed with the morning spread at Hotel Kia Ora Resort & Spa. The breakfast buffet offers a good selection and is varied and fresh. Some guests even called it the best breakfast they've ever had! You'll find local meals on offer and the chef is really good, so there's something for everyone's taste. The delicious pastries are simply divine. While some guests found the breakfast to be a bit boring or moderate quality, overall, the large offering at breakfast is really good and tasty. So, start your day off right and don't miss the included breakfast- it's varied, delicious and perfect in terms of quality and quantity.

Dinner
Guests of the Hotel Kia Ora Resort & Spa have had mixed experiences with dinner at the hotel's restaurant. Many praised the great selection of food options and delicious meals, especially the all-you-can-eat BBQ. They also appreciated the high quality and reasonable prices of the restaurant. However, some guests expressed disappointment with the lack of options for vegans, vegetarians and gluten-free diners. Other negative comments included slow service and a limited menu at times. Despite this, guests enjoyed special events such as the New Year's Eve dinner with quality Polynesian dance performances. Overall, while some guests had complaints about the restaurant, many still found it to be excellent and a highlight of their stay.

Rooms
Hotel Kia Ora Resort & Spa offers comfortable and well-maintained accommodation with spacious rooms and all necessary amenities. The overwater bungalows are a highlight, featuring nice and spacious rooms, decks and patios with wonderful views. The private beach bungalows are slightly old but still great. However, some guests reported mold on the walls and lots of mosquitoes in the beach bungalow. The air conditioning might also not be adequate in some rooms and there were reports of hot tubs not heating properly. Nevertheless, the villa with a private pool and walled courtyard was exceptional, while the junior suite with a private pool was breathtaking. The exceptional hospitality, helpful staff and excellent dining options make for a memorable stay. Some rooms and bungalows appear outdated and would benefit from a refresh, but overall, the rooms are spacious, clean and comfortable with beautiful views. There were some reports of maintenance issues that should be addressed.

Beds
The beds at Hotel Kia Ora Resort & Spa are a comfortable feature that guests appreciate during their stay. Many guests find the beds to be soft and comfortable, while others note that the quality of the bedding could be improved. Nonetheless, guests enjoy the exceptional views from their beds and appreciate the spacious and well-decorated rooms, including the cute bungalows with private pools. Though some guests note that there is no duvet provided, overall the bedding is good, making for a restful night's sleep.

Cleanliness
The Hotel Kia Ora Resort & Spa is described as a clean and well-maintained establishment by many of its guests. Spacious and clean rooms are highlighted as some of the positives with compliments on the staff's attention to cleanliness. However, there were a few instances where guests encountered hygiene issues, such as open toiletry bottles or a dirty mirror in the bathroom. The level of maintenance is also mentioned with some guests noting that the gardens and outdoor pool need attention. Despite this, the hotel staff is praised for being friendly and welcoming. Overall, the hotel is recommended for its cleanliness and comfortable accommodations, despite a few areas that require improvement.

Staff
Guests of the Hotel Kia Ora Resort & Spa rave about the exceptional hospitality provided by the hotel staff. From the moment of arrival, the staff is welcoming and attentive, ensuring a positive experience throughout the stay. Every member of the hotel staff is friendly, helpful and accommodating, attending to any guest requests in a timely fashion. The restaurant staff is particularly efficient and personable with a special shoutout to server Mata, who provides exceptional service. The guides and crew are also highly praised for their considerate and fun approach to activities.

While there are a few negative comments about some staff members who appear unhappy, most guests describe an incredible level of kindness and attentiveness from the entire team. The hotel is commended for its personal touch with staff going above and beyond to make guests feel right at home. From the front desk to the bar and beyond, the staff is described as charming, friendly and always available to help. Overall, guests of the Hotel Kia Ora Resort & Spa appreciate the hardworking and caring staff that make their stay unforgettable.

Spa
The Hotel Kia Ora Resort & Spa boasts of a truly amazing spa experience according to guest reviews. Visitors particularly appreciate the massages offered at the spa with some describing them as "topissimes" (top-notch). The wellness area is also very nice and some guests mention that the bungalows on the beach with hot tubs are fantastic. The spa also has a beautiful terrace, which adds to the relaxing ambiance. The staff at the spa are often described as very friendly, professional and efficient. The jacuzzi is also a great addition to the spa experience. On the downside, some guests mention that the noise from the spa at night can be bothersome. Overall, the Hotel Kia Ora Resort & Spa's spa is definitely worth visiting and guests often leave with memorable experiences.

Pool
The Hotel Kia Ora Resort & Spa boasts a variety of pools, including a great infinity pool and a private pool in some villas. The pool area offers complimentary beach towels and fins. However, some guests complained about the current state of the pool with the main pool being out of order and needing proper renovation. Despite this, some guests still enjoyed their stay due to the private pool in their accommodations with one guest calling it exceptional. The beach and pontoon overlooking the lagoon also provide a picturesque backdrop for photos. Guests can enjoy the poolside bar with delicious cocktails, although some parts of the pool deck may need renovation. Overall, the pools are well-maintained, although some could use improvements.

Beach
Hotel Kia Ora Resort & Spa is a stunning destination offering a magical experience. The beautiful beach and grounds are outstanding with direct access to the beachfront. The marine life around the overwater bungalows is beyond anything you've ever seen. The views of the lagoon are breathtaking and spectacular for taking photos. The beach is very beautiful with clear crystal waters, kayaks and pirogues available for use. Guests staying at beachfront bungalows have great service and beach amenities such as hammocks and sunbeds. However, some guests found the state of the beach bungalows to be terrible and the beach impracticable without shoes due to broken corals and stones. Nonetheless, the overall location and surroundings of Hotel Kia Ora Resort & Spa are exceptional and perfect for a dreamy beach vacation.

4 Star
The Hotel Kia Ora Resort & Spa on the main motu of Rangiroa is a very good four star hotel with a wonderful location. While the over water bungalows feel like four stars, the beach bungalows do not quite meet the same standard. Some guests found the price to be excessive and not worth it for the level of service they received. Overall, while the location is great, the hotel may not fully meet the expectations of a true four star experience.

Rooms with Jacuzzi / Hot-Tub
The Hotel Kia Ora Resort & Spa offers a range of luxurious accommodation options, but what stands out the most according to guest reviews is the jacuzzi and hot tub amenities available in various room types. The beach bungalows with hot tubs are particularly fantastic, providing a spacious and comfortable stay with stunning beach views. Guests enjoyed the private outdoor jacuzzis with the ones on the terrace being a top favorite. Reviews mention the kids enjoyed the jacuzzi at night and some guests noted that their bungalows had a jacuzzi that unfortunately did not heat properly, but this did not detract from the experience. Other standout jacuzzi experiences include the ones with beach views being magical and the jacuzzi in the room providing a real plus. Some guests did mention issues with noise, such as the balnéo making a loud noise all day, but the spa and massage experience was memorable overall. In summary, the Hotel Kia Ora Resort & Spa offers a range of fantastic room options with great jacuzzi and hot tub amenities to make your stay extra special.

Private Pool
The Hotel Kia Ora Resort & Spa offers various options for guests who want to enjoy private pools during their stay. Guests have raved about the spacious and comfortable bungalows over the water, as well as the Junior Suites, Villas and Beach Bungalows equipped with private pools and Jacuzzis. Some guests have also enjoyed the private beach area that comes with some bungalows. The privacy of the pools in the Villas is highly praised with some reviews describing the outdoor shower and bathtub as a luxurious detail. The Jacuzzi in the bungalows with beach views is a must, according to multiple guests. However, some reviewers have noted that the upkeep of the outdoor private pool needs improvement. Overall, the private pool features at Hotel Kia Ora Resort & Spa have been a highlight for many guests to this exceptional accommodation.

Honeymoon
Hotel Kia Ora Resort & Spa is the perfect destination for honeymooners looking for an unforgettable experience. The staff went above and beyond to make couples feel special, offering surprise bottles of wine and complimentary gifts upon arrival. The overwater bungalows provide breathtaking views of the marine life and the beach bungalows with jacuzzis are the perfect romantic getaway. The resort also offers villas with sea view and private pool for an extra touch of luxury. Honeymooners specifically appreciated the attention to detail and special touches, making their stay even more memorable. Overall, Hotel Kia Ora Resort & Spa offers a truly magical and romantic location for newlyweds.

Luxury
Travelers looking for a luxurious, five-star stay should consider the Hotel Kia Ora Resort & Spa. This stunning hotel provides guests with the utmost comfort and luxury in the middle of the ocean. The resort is a beautiful destination and has great staff to offer the best service for guests. The bungalows on stilts are spacious and bright and the private villas are decorated with attention to detail and oozing homely vibes. Although some guests felt that the hotel lacked certain qualities expected of a four-star, such as spa facilities or a luxury environment, the overall impression of Hotel Kia Ora Resort & Spa was a beautiful and luxurious vacation spot with high-level infrastructures.

Romantic
Hotel Kia Ora Resort & Spa is a dream location in a corner of paradise that is perfect for a romantic stay. You'll feel pampered with complimentary flowers, drinks and baggage service directly to your room. Many couples were pleasantly surprised by the complimentary bottle of wine, specifically offered for their honeymoon. The bungalows on the beach with hot tubs were fan favorites and provided an extra level of relaxation. Sipping cocktails while watching the sunset from the bar was an unforgettable experience. The staff also took small special efforts for honeymooners, which was appreciated. The location is absolutely beautiful and ideal for a couple's getaway. All in all, Hotel Kia Ora Resort & Spa is a perfect choice for a romantic stay that you won't forget.

Beachfront
If you're looking for a beachfront getaway, Hotel Kia Ora Resort & Spa may be right up your alley. Guests often praise the resort for its location with mentions of "beachfront bungalows" and "bungalow positionné sur le font de mer." While some reviewers caution that the price may not match the quality of the bungalows, others describe them as "confortables et spacieux." Many simply refer to the hotel as a "beachfront hotel" or "hôtel sur la plage." However, it's worth noting that one review suggests avoiding the front de mer bungalows. Overall, the beachfront location seems to be a selling point for many guests.


Yes, Hotel Kia Ora Resort & Spa has pool(s) that belong to one or more of the following categories: Indoor Pool, Private Pool.

Yes, a spa is available at Hotel Kia Ora Resort & Spa.

No, Hotel Kia Ora Resort & Spa doesn't allow dogs.

Yes, parking facilities are available at Hotel Kia Ora Resort & Spa.

Yes, Hotel Kia Ora Resort & Spa has a gym.

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