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A warm, inviting welcome and personalized service will make your
stay at Raiatea Hawaiki Nui Hotel feel like home away from home. The hotel
provides a wonderful gateway to discover Raiatea, the "Sacred
Island" known as the birthplace of the Polynesian gods.
We will do our best to offer you a part of paradise.
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Raiatea is the capital of the Leeward Islands,
located 20km northwest of Tahiti.
Raiatea, the sacred island, was considered
to be the very cradle of Polynesian civilization (Havai'i) by
her ancestors; the geographical heart of the ma'ohi culture (forming
Hawaii-New Zealand-Easter island); and the birthplace of the
god Oro (god of fertility and of war).
It was Oro who was attempting to overthrow
Ta'aroa (god of creation) when the Europeans first
arrived in this pacific triangle.
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The Raiatea Hawaiki Nui Hotel is located on the fringe of the lagoon
and combines traditional style and modern comfort. Each of the
28 rooms is equipped with a
refrigerator, television, telephone and safety deposit box. The
Garden Bungalows have interior lounge areas and the Over Water
Bungalows provide spacious
terraces with direct access to the lagoon. |
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The restaurant overlooks the fresh water swimming
pool and the lagoon beyond. The seafood specialities and fine
cuisine have led to the restaurant's reputation as the finest
on the island.
Explore the rich culture and history of the island of Raiatea
and visit the largest archeological site in Eastern Polynesia.
Discover the luscious vegetation and inspiring mountains as well
as the cheerful and friendly people of the island. Take a day
trip to Raiatea's sister island, Taha'a to visit the pearl farms
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Scuba dive in amazing fish filled waters or relax on the
white sand beaches opposite to the hotel. For divers, explore
the 19th century shipwreck located just 100 ft (30 meters) in
front of the hotel. The hospitality is in keeping with the legendary
Polynesian welcome in these South Sea surroundings. Visit the
enchanting Raiatea and experience unspoiled Polynesia of days
gone by. |
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