Kia Ora Rangiroa Hotel

Hotel Overview

As soon as you land, the legend of Robinson Crusoe becomes true in a setting of 5 traditional bungalows nestled amid the coconut and palm trees.

These bungalows have been built in the purest Polynesian tradition while offering high standard amenities. Precious local materials such as ironwood, woven palms, bamboo, coconut, and local handicraft objects have been tastefully integrated in the design of these bungalows.

You will be marveled at the sight of the bathroom with its shellfish curtain, coral tiles, stone washbasin all surrounded by live tropical plants.

Indeed, an atmosphere of luxury combined with authenticity awaits you at the Kia Ora Sauvage.

At the Kia Ora Sauvage, many visitors have found the experience unique and unforgettable.

After a day of fishing on the reef with the locals, you may relax on the beach and admire a spectacular sunset with shifting colors mirrored in the lagoon.

When the night comes, your friendly hosts of this heavenly sanctuary bring you oil lamps because there is no electricity.

They also prepare your dinner of fresh local seafood and serve you under the twilight.

You will gently fall asleep lulled by the sound of the waves and the rustling palm leaves.

During the day, the magnificent and unique environment of Kia Ora Sauvage offers a great variety of activities to enjoy during your stay.

Enjoy a boat ride to the neighboring islets and picnic there or go fishing on the reef while watching the dolphins and harmless sharks swim nearby in the ocean. 

There is also snorkeling, cruising in the channels, outrigger paddle canoeing and a lot to discover.

The accent throughout is on a return to true values, to a more adventurous life, within the most beautiful natural environment ever.

Location

A one hour cruise from the Kia Ora down to the south coast of Rangiroa, takes you to the Avearahi motu (islet) where the Kia Ora Sauvage greets you in a miniature version of paradise.

Internationally situated on the edge of the lagoon, the Kia Ora is a veritable oasis of peace and comfort to its visitor.

Rooms

Garden Bangalows

Nestled in the luxurious tropical vegetation among coconut and palm groves, 28 traditional bungalows with a woven palm roof look out on the blue horizon.

A short walk among the beautiful tropical species will take you to the endless sand beach.

The calm surroundings of these stylishly decorated bungalows offer relaxation and intimacy that you can also enjoy from their private terrace.

Their traditional designs blended with international standard amenities make your stay a great experience in a completely natural environment.

The Garden Bungalows offer two types of accommodation: 5 Garden Suite Bungalows with separate bedroom and lounge, and 23 Garden Bungalows with one bedroom.

They all include the following amenities: 

  • Bathroom with shower
  • Fan
  • Toiletries (shampoo, hair conditioner, body lotion and soap)

Beach Bungalows

Spread along a white sand beach facing the endless blue lagoon, 25 beautiful bungalows built in traditional Polynesian style lie among the coconut trees.

With organic roofs made of woven palms and a bamboo finish, they unfold a world of luxury mingled with the authenticity of local arts and crafts.

Step on the pristine sand from your door and swim in the warm, shimmering water of the lagoon.

You can bathe in the sun on your own private deck or relax in the jacuzzi on the terrace while sipping a glass of champagne and admiring the magnificent sunset.

The beach bungalows offer two types of accommodation: 3 Beach Prestige Bungalows, suites with two bedrooms (one on the loft) and lounge and 22 Beach Bungalows, one bedroom suites with lounge.

All bungalows include:

  • Bathroom with shower
  • Fan
  • Toiletries (shampoo, hair conditioner, body lotion and soap)
Over Water Bungalows

Overlooking the Pacific Ocean, a cluster of 10 Over Water Bungalows stand amid the jade and blue water of the lagoon with a wooden pontoon running between them.

The ultimate luxury and comfort of these bungalows set the tone for relaxing and exotic vacations. From the private deck, you can step down into the lagoon and swim by day or night while admiring the colorful tropical fish around you.

Each bungalow is built in a style blending noble and precious materials with international class comfort including a lounge, separate bedroom, bathroom with shower and a private sun deck and terrace.

The interior design and finish display tasteful examples of Polynesian arts and crafts such as woven bamboo, carpentry and shellfish ornaments.

The amenities and services include: 

  • Fan
  • Toiletries (shampoo, hair conditioner, body lotion and soap)

Services

  • Tennis with free rackets and balls on the hotel open tennis court.
  • Snorkeling Equipment : mask, fins and snorkel available at the Front Desk
  • The Kahaia Lounge with board games (Backgammon, Chess, Scrabble, Dice), library, television with DVD & VCR players and pool table
  • Petanque (typically French ball game)
  • Life Vests for the Canoes
  • Exchange Office
  • Scuba Diving Equipment

Food & Beverages

Rairoa Restaurant.

The beautiful restaurant greets you in a relaxing atmosphere where exotic decoration and furniture put you in the mood for a delectable feast especially prepared by the chef. With a taste for exotic savors, the French chef has created an original menu combining tropical flavors and aromas with international dishes.

Seafood specialties and fish fresh from the lagoon are also part of the menu. Do not miss the delicious desserts prepared by the pastry chef and an extensive wine selection to match your meals.

A barbecue buffet takes place every Wednesday and Sunday evening with a Polynesian dance show and local music.

Breakfast 07:00 - 0 9:00 Lunch 12:00 - 14:00 Dinner from 19:00 -219:00

Miki Miki Bar.

The creative design of the bar, built on stilts over the water is a great opportunity to get together with friends for a drink or an exotic cocktail while admiring one of the most amazing tropical sunsets over the lagoon of Rangiroa. The terrace with its glass floorboards looking down in the lagoon, offers a romantic atmosphere under the stars.

A choice of sandwiches is available outside dining hours. Among the homemade cocktails: Blue Lagoon, Pink Sands, Lagoon Secret and Rangiroa Blue Sky.

The bar is open 09:00 - 23:00