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On recommande très vivement ce petit paradis isolé qui est parfait pour les gens en quête de calme et veulent se retrouver.
On recommande 3 jours, c'est le timing parfait pour cet endroit.
Le personnel est aux petits soins, c'est extrêmement propre et on adoré la cuisine de Jérôme, très goûteuse et généreuse, rien à dire on s'est à chaque fois régalés à table.
Les propriétaires étaient également sur place lors de notre séjour et se sont montrés très aimables avec une attention apportée à notre satisfaction.
Bref, allez-y les yeux fermés.
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Découverte de ce coin de Paradis en famille, 2 adultes et nos 2 filles.|Un endroit unique, magnifique, bien aménagé, décoré et entretenu. |Le personnel est très agréable et on sent que chacun a envie de faire au mieux pour vous faire plaisir. |Une bonne table également. Et le chef s’adapte à vos goûts et envies.|Vraiment une belle découverte et des propriétaires et leur fille charmants également.|On conseille à 100% !|Famille TONNAIRE

Seul au milieu des nuances de bleu.
Dès chambres et repas merveilleux. Si vous recherchez un endroit calme pour vous prélasser et profiter de la vie vous êtes au bon endroit.

Je recommande fortement !

Cadre idyllique coupé du monde||Accueil bienveillant et sympathique ||Nous y sommes allés avec des petits en bas âge et cela fut parfait pour 3 nuits.||Pas plus pour qu'ils ne s'ennuient pas trop||Mais|Nous les adultes, nous en avons pris plein la vue.|L'excursion sur Tahaa a fait notre bonheur pour nos achats. ||La nourriture était très copieuse et divine. Notre palais se régale encore. |||Un petit coin de paradis loin des tensions quotidiennes.

Très belle et petite île privée. L’hôtel comprend 5 bungalow ce qui assure un séjour tranquille au loin des foules.
Le staff est très gentil et aidant. Et les chambres sont belles et dans le style naturel.

Petit bémol, il n’y a pas de climatisation dans les chambres et il fait assez chaud si on n’ouvre pas les fenêtres, mais il y aussi beaucoup de moustiques.

Le lagon est assez beau et peu profond. Donc tout se fait à pied.
Il est aussi possible de louer des padels et kayaks gratuitement.

Il est aussi possible de réserver une excursion en bateau afin de visiter l’entreprise de vanille locale, l’usine perlière et le jardin de corail.

L’eden est un lieu magnifique. Nous sommes en effet très peu sur le motu, les bungalows sont immenses et très bien équipé avec goût. Les paddle/kayak mis à disposition sont vraiment appréciable pour profiter du lagon. C’est un endroit luxueux et paradisiaque. Néanmoins, nous trouvons que les prix pratiqués pour les trajets en bateau (dont celui pour aller sur l’hôtel depuis l’aéroport) sont vraiment hors de prix .. par rapport à d’autres trajets sur d’autres îles qui étaient tout aussi long.. de même pour aller sur l’île de Tahaa. À la vue du prix pour une nuit, les trajets aéroport hôtel pourraient être inclus, et embauché un cuisiner ne serai pas de trop pour décharger Maxime. Les repas au prix demandé par personne ne sont pas à la hauteur … surtout quand votre seul moyen de manger est celui ci. L’eden peut s’améliorer pour proposer un service digne du luxe et des prix demandés… en évitant de donner l’impression au touriste de toujours payer Le prix fort …

We are absolutely speechless from our unforgettable stay at Eden, Taha'a!! The staff are incredibly kind, caring, and intuitive and they are aware of your every need! They allow you your privacy but are also easy to find if there is anything at all that you need! It's a family-run business and by the end of our stay, we truly felt like part of the Eden family!! The food is spectacular, the bungalows are stunning and kept spotless and cleaned daily, the views are unparalleled and the services are perfect down to every little detail. Photos don't even do it justice! This was the best choice we could have made for our honeymoon!!

What an incredible place. Truly heaven on Earth. The one warning I have is that there is no air conditioning, so if you’re not good with heat, prioritize staying cool and hydrated. Otherwise, it really does not get better…

What a beautiful piece of paradise! We were picked up outside airport by boat and taken to this small private island. I believe there are only six bungalows on this small motu. Max welcomes you, manages and is an amazing French chef. Food was heavy but delicious. There is a beautiful shallow lagoon around most of the island. Sometimes too shallow for snorkeling but great for kayaking and paddle boarding both available to guests. We did a day trip to Tahaa coral gardens, diving with sharks, black pearl farm , rum distilliary and vanilla bean plantation. I imagine you can customize. Staff was extremely friendly and helpful. Homemade jam with amazing croissants for breakfast. As well as excellent cocktails at sunset. Bungalows are lovely and large. No AC but open doors on water and ceiling fan allow a great cross breeze. Beautiful bathrooms. I would strongly recommend.

Stayed here for 8 days on our honeymoon and had an incredible time. Beautiful view, excellent customer service, and amazing wildlife (saw octopus, moray eel, stingrays, sharks, and amazing coral reefs). Highly recommend!

Nous avons passé un superbe séjour sur ce motu!
Le cadre est fabuleux.
Les chambres sont superbes, elle offrent une vue exceptionnelle et un accès direct au lagon.
La qualité des repas servis est excellente
Nous en garderons un super inoubliable!

Un lugar hermoso, único, paz y tranquilidad es lo único que te espera en este lugar tan especial, el servicio, las instalaciones y la comida son de muy buena calidad, una de las mejoras experiencias de nuestro viaje a la Polinesia francesa. Muchas gracias a todo el staff por sus atenciones, vale la
pena cada centavo invertido en esta experiencia.

We had an amazing time celebrating my wife's 40th birthday and New Years. The bungalows were very nice and comfortable. We didn't mind the lack of AC and preferred the natural sea breeze to keep us cool. The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful, particularly with our young 2 year old son. While some of the staff spoke limited English, we had no issues communicating with them. The lunches and dinners were fantastic, particularly the special beach dinner we opted for. My own piece of advice is to offer some sort of protein like eggs at breakfast.

Honeymoon. Was amazzzinnggg experience for us. There were only 4 individuals visiting the island for most of our stay. We were there for 5 days and was peaceful, quiet and serene.
We laid out, read, kayaked, snorkeled, relaxed, played games. Early mornings and early bedtimes.

-No air conditioning, but great wind flow/cross breeze.
-Meals offered, payment due at the end. We did dinners there. Did our own breakfast and lunch. They have a coffee and hot water machine in each room, with a mini fridge. Can always bring meals that require hot water applied to them.
-Ability to go into town or excursions. Will be an additional cost but can also tag along, if staff have to go in anyways.
-Staff are very friendly and kind. Max is the manager and is great! He speaks French and English well. Most staff speak French or Tahitian. Download Google translate. :)

Read reviews to ensure you understand the limitations of the island. Feel free to email them and ask any questions for understanding as well.

Eden is the best place I've ever stayed at and would definitely go back! The bungalows were so well maintained and clean that it was hard to believe we were on motu in the middle of the Pacific Ocean. From the welcome flowers to comfy beds to daily housekeeping, my husband and I were able to relax and rest during our week-long stay. We loved the abundance of fruits and pastries served at breakfast, and the delicious fresh seafood for dinner. Besides the immaculate property and setting in the lagoon, what made this an amazing experience was the staff! Max, Doriane, chef, and everyone else we interacted with were very kind, accommodating, and hospitality was above and beyond. To help set expectations, this place is on a small motu in the middle of the ocean so don't expect a full resort, come to Eden if you're looking for a peaceful and relaxing place to get away from crowds and busy everyday life.

We had a blissful three days here enjoying the peace and beauty of a tropical lagoon. We are an older couple and not confident swimmers so we found the best way of exploring was by kayak. Other guests ventured out further for snorkelling, but around the island it is a bit shallow. There are all sorts of trips you can take but having found a piece of paradise we saw no need to go anywhere! We did find a nice swimming/wallowing depth area around the umbrella point. |The beauty of the resort is that it is not a hotel as described in detail by Kelly a month ago. Endorse everything she said. We found ceiling fans and the tropical breeze quite adequate. Food is delicious and dinner depends on what Max has caught from the lagoon that day. Dorianne is a delight and her homemade breakfast jams delicious. Zizi(?) the other cook also gives a great massage. Scrupulous attention is paid to guests health and welfare. I have dietary needs and I got prompt and helpful replies by email in advance of arrival. For us 3 days was about right ( it is a very small island, but that is the attraction)

Dès votre arrivée, Maxime vous accueille, et vous plongez dans la zenitude de cet endroit. Vous serez chouchouté par toute son équipe souriante, la table y est succulente ! |Vous cherchiez le Paradis ?|C'est l'éden, tout simplement ????|Merci

PARADISIAQUE
Maxine et son équipe sont très
Accueillant et a l écoute.
Cuisine excellente

Cet hôtel situé à 45 minutes en bateau de l’aéroport de Raiatea est composé de 5 bungalow, 1 réception et 1 bar restaurant. Les fonds marins sont pas mal mais il faut s’éloigner pas mal du motu pour avoir de l’eau jusqu’au torse. Le personnel est gentil, ils ont une tendance à parler très doucement alors quand vous avez une surdité c’est compliqué… les repas sont beaucoup composés de poissons.||Satisfaisant dans l’ensemble.

Nous avons adoré notre séjour pour le calme , la proximité de la nature, la gentillesse du personnel, leur bonne humeur, la qualité et la variété des repas. C’est une belle expérience d’avoir l’impression d’être seul au monde dans un lieu paradisiaque. Nous n’avions pas envie de quitter le motu. Un grand merci à toute l’équipe qui a oeuvré à notre bien être durant ce séjour.

Siamo arrivati in questa stupenda isola in circa mezz'ora di barca dall'aeroporto di Raiatea. Subito accolti da Max che ci attendeva al molo. L'isola è piccolissima, solo 6 bungalow, veramente un paradiso di relax e privacy. Il bungalow grande, spazioso, pulito con bellissima visto con ingresso privato in acqua. Possibilità di snorkeling intorno all'isola, mare non agitato anche con vento forte. Il cibo preparato secondo le nostre esigenze, veramente ci sono venuti incontro. Prezzo qualità, contestualizzato al luogo, buono. L'isola è eticamente sostenibile senza plastiche e con pannelli solari per ottenere energia.

Nous sommes venus pour notre lune de miel.
Un lieu magnifique. Mais une expérience un peu gâchée par des petits irritants, compte tenu du prix.
Plus de 40 minutes pour faire un check in à 17h
Lorsqu’on nous présente le bungalow, on nous dit d’ouvrir les fenêtres près du lit pour ne pas avoir chaud mais on s’est retrouvé avec du sable dans le lit tout au long de la nuit à cause du vent. Et quand on le signale, rien ne se passe.
Mais surtout, l’impression d’être une vache à lait tout le long du séjour. C’est simple tout est payant et tout est extrêmement cher. Les prix des transferts sur l’ile principale sont facturés plusieurs milliers de xpf pour 15 minutes de bateau alors que l’hôtel en a. Il faut même payer le transfert pour aller et partir de l’hôtel ! On a du annuler notre plongee prévue car l’hotel ne pouvait pas nous amener sur l’île principale (ponton d’en face à 10 minutes) pour moins de 40000
Xpf soit 360 euros !!! Bien plus cher que la plongée en elle-même.
Un repas bon mais extrêmement cher (100 euros par personne) qui ne mérite clairement pas ce prix (sur les deux diners nous avons eu du quinoa, du poulet, des nems, des lasagnes, 3 crevettes) sans parler du petit-déjeuner bon mais simple (quelques petits morceaux de fromage, du pain et des viennoiseries)… le verre de vin est au minimum 15 euros…
Je comprends que nous sommes sur un motu mais nous avons sejourné 15j sur diverses îles auparavant (dont des motus) et les prix n’étaient jamais de ce montant là. On s’attend donc à de la gastronomie mais ce n’est pas le cas, même si c’est bon. Cela reste des plats relativement simples.
Et enfin, alors que nous avons eu un problème de ferry qui a été annulé et que nous en avons pris un autre de Taha’a pour Bora, après avoir payé 100 euros le transfert (option la moins chère proposée par l’hotel) vers le port de Tahaa (15/20 min de speed boat), on se rend compte qu’ils nous amènent à Raietea (ile plus proche de l’hôtel). Quand on s’en aperçoit, notre capitaine appelle le gérant de l’hotel et on l’entend dire que c’est trop loin le port de Tahaa et qu’on doit prendre un taxi une fois sur l’île principale (alors qu’on vient de payer 100 euros). Personne ne nous a demandé où on prenait le bateau. Comme l’hotel s’appelle « Tahaa » ca parait evident de prendre le transfert de cette ile. Résultat on a du descendre à Raiatea et prendre un billet supplémentaire pr aller à Tahaa ! Sans aucune excuse de la part du gérant, juste s’entendre dire « que c’est écrit dans les messages qu’ils nous envoient lors de la réservation ». Réservation faite 8 mois auparavant, bref un sentiment que rien n’est de leur faute, l’impression de surpayer tout et tout cela avec un grand sourire du gérant (qui nous a aussi demandé nos numéros de Cb ET le cryptogramme à l’arrivée !) Nous ne l’avons évidemment pas donné. Bref une grande déception pour 2 nuit à pres de 2000 euros au total.

Une île grandiose , avec luxe , calme et volupté sont de rigueur . Un luxe à la polynesienne loin des grands hôtels sur pilotis . Un service irréprochable, un service impeccable , un petit déjeuner et dîner superbe. Nous reviendrons . Merci à Maxime et son équipe . Bravo

First, let me get this un-fun part out of the way before I get to the actual details of Eden Taha'a.  In several reviews I saw Eden Taha'a referred to as a "hotel."  If anything, Eden Taha'a is the "anti-hotel."  Eden Taha'a  is also not an all-inclusive resort where excursions, transportation, food and drinks are included.  To be clear, you will be paying for any excursion you choose to participate in -- and there are many.  Research this beforehand so you will know what's available on the "excursion menu."  If requested, Eden will provide what is offered in this regard.  I feel compelled to address some of these comments I read in various reviews. Unbelievably, one reviewer complained that there was "nothing to do" and that to combat boredom, a gym should be built.  Swimming, kayaking, paddleboarding, snorkeling? Really?? One complained that there should be air conditioning and an espresso machine installed in each room (SMH). Another complained that there was no WIFI in the bungalows but only in the main building which is categorically untrue. Yet another reviewer was outraged that the islet of Eden had ants and geckos that sometimes wandered into the bungalows. Not shocking given that it consists of bungalows designed to complement the primitive nature of the motu, not negatively impact it. Another complained because there was minimal contact from staff.  (Yes, this is as it should be and I appreciated this.) These reviewers left low star ratings for all of these ridiculous, asinine reasons and I wanted to highlight the idiocy of their expectations vacationing on an isolated motu in its mostly pristine condition; however, what I experienced while I was actually at Eden Taha'a caused me to write much more than I had originally intended. In short, the head of a family of five was verbally abusing staff because of his own lack of planning and research pertaining to what he was financially responsible for and what Eden wasn't.  This man's incorrect expectations cannot be laid at the feet of the staff of Eden. The lesson here is regardless of whether you use a travel agent and he or she doesn't explain this to you, it is incumbent* upon you, the guest, to understand that you are financially responsible for the ferry from Raiatea, your food/drinks and ALL excursions.  More importantly, it is absolutely inexcusable that Eden's staff should be treated in this manner.  Had it been me, I wouldn't have hesitated to have this man and his family immediately escorted off the motu, but the staff showed extraordinary patience and professionalism in dealing with this rude jackass.  It's up to you to manage your expectations before you arrive, not Eden Taha'a after your arrival.  I challenge you to find a crew of people more eager to assist you and make sure your visit is the very best possible.  These are extremely kind people and this man's mistreatment of them really pissed me off.As far as transportation to Eden, your flight has to arrive before 3:30 unless a private water taxi is arranged by yourself.  After 3:30, it starts to get dangerous due to imminent darkness, the condition of the water, etc.  Again, there is absolutely no scenario wherein the guest will not be paying for this transportation.  The easiest and least expensive mode is arranging this through Eden itself.  Be sure to email Eden with your flight information so they can work with you on the transport situation.  The cost is for each way, not round trip.  A self-arranged water taxi service will easily cost three to five times more.  I also noticed this transportation issue addressed in many reviews and there was clearly confusion about this process. Reviewers then incorporated their own lack of understanding unfairly into low star ratings. Again, this is the responsibility of the guest/travel agent to have a firm grasp on how this works. I know Eden works hard to make sure there is no misunderstanding regarding this, yet unbelievably, there still is.  If you have questions about anything you're concerned about or don't understand, ask them. Simply email Eden with questions should you have any; you will receive a response within hours.  Believe me, in the history of Eden's existence, I might have the record for questions asked and every single one was met with a very friendly answer despite the fact I probably asked the same question several times just to make sure I completely understood.  Just a tip:  I flew in a day early so that the ferry transportation would be a non-issue for me as far as making the transport time window.  I took the time to leisurely take the boat to Vaitupu to have a relaxed, unhurried shopping excursion. Chin Lee's is the local market that sells freshly baked French bread and other grocery items.  There are also shops selling black pearls, pareos, shirts and things of that sort.  Know that there is literally nothing available on Eden's motu, nor anywhere close by to get anything of this sort.  Eden has only five bungalows.  I stayed in one of the four "Sunset" bungalows that has a view of Bora Bora.  The larger "Sunrise" bungalow has a view of Huahine island and accommodates a large-ish family.  This one also has a little private beach; the others have private, direct access to the lagoon via a four-step staircase that ends directly in the water.  The electricity is mostly solar.  Also guests are requested to not take inordinately long showers due to the heating of water, for example.  I wish I could explain exactly the water system, but I never experienced an issue with either electricity nor hot water.  Yes, it gets hot. Yes, it can get humid.  This should be obvious since it's a motu in a tropical setting.  There are wonderful breezes, however, and then that beautiful lagoon to cool off in.  We made our own "watch party" for each night's sunset on our private deck complete with a happy hour and Tchaikovsky, Mozart and Bach as the sunset show's soundtrack.  It was glorious.  (You can bring your own alcohol for your stay and there is a very small fridge in the room with the usual small selection of alcohol that will be charged to your room should you use them.)Even with four years of French in high school and two in college, I'm nowhere close to being able to communicate effectively.  If you're in the same position, there are apps that translate French to English or whatever your first language is.  This was helpful for me since this is a mostly French-speaking environment.  There are varying degrees of English fluency there, but French is the first language of most of the staff.  Max was fluent in both French and English, but I used my phone app otherwise with no problem.  I've even seen a translation tool that looks like an earbud that simultaneously translates language.  I'll either learn more conversational French or cheat and buy one of these for next time although the translation app worked just fine.  The water is not deep: I'm 5'3" and it came up to my mid-thigh at its highest.  Make sure to bring a rash guard and water shoes for all water activities.  The coral is beautiful (see attached pics) but it can scrape your skin if you're not careful.  Snorkeling equipment, kayaks and paddleboards are available free of charge at Eden Taha'a.  I found that a full-face snorkel mask was best for viewing the breathtaking coral and marine life.  These are available online -- believe it or not, Temu even has them as well as flippers -- and commonly at larger stores with sporting goods departments.  I brought an underwater camera (again, Temu) and I can emphatically say that it was in the top three best things I brought along.  The coral and fish just steps outside of your bungalow will make your head explode.||FOOD:  I'm a pescatarian and was extremely worried about what the food situation looked like for me having read some of the reviews.  I was reassured that fish was abundant if I preferred to have that for each lunch and dinner rather than meat, in addition to the vegetables that would also be served.  Remember that everything has to be brought in from Raiatea so don't be critical if there isn't an endless supply of fresh vegetables but I was perfectly content with what was provided.  Fun fact: Max, the ferry pilots and some of the other staff catch a majority of the fish served to the guests.  Various methods are used but I was fascinated to learn that spearfishing is one of the main methods.  Breakfast is traditionally French with cheese, fresh fruit and juice, coffee.  In addition, Doriane creates her very own papaya jam and coconut jam served alongside a very generous offering of French bread, still warm, freshly baked croissants and French butter, pain au chocolat and more. Breakfast is the same everyday but I never got tired of it; I thought it was delicious.  Breakfast, lunch and dinner are offered but not included. It's best to email Eden any questions regarding meals as I can't offer much more useful information in this regard.  Bottom line is that you'll absolutely love Eden Taha'a if you're seeking a zen-like, quiet, restorative experience and not an all-inclusive "peoply" resort adventure.  Do your research and know what you're signing on to because Eden Taha'a is unique and most likely unlike anything you've experienced.

The island is beautiful and immaculate. The few bungalows are sufficiently spread out that it feels secluded and private. The lagoon is beautiful. The staff is friendly and welcoming. They arranged a nice boat trip for us and were able to switch to a car tour of the island at the last minute because the conditions were very windy. Hard to ask for more.

Très bel accueil, personnel au petits soins pour la clientèle. Cuisine très variée et très bonne. Disponibilité excellente. Le lieu est vraiment paradisiaque. Il faut passer au moins 3 jours pour décompresser et se relaxer.

This place is what dreams are made of and truly take your breath away.

We were greeted by Max and I cannot say enough about his hospitality, kindness, and genuine care for the guests. He treated myself and family as if we were one of his own.

5 star resort environment while also being and feeling very down to earth. Also, a much more intimate experience than large scale resorts.

The food still makes my mouth water and the presentation was flawless. Top notch cuisines prepared out of a small kitchen. The chef is skilled in an array of dishes.

Bungalows are spacious, cozy, and high end amenities. Lagoon is utterly stunning and healthy. We saw a variety of marine life including black tip reef sharks. One photo bombed a photo and created quite the commotion lol! Very docile species and ask Max about the coral garden/shark snorkel experiences.

Be sure to stop by the vanilla farm on Tahaa too.

Book today and you’ll thank me later.

Maruru to each and everyone of you for making our stay so delightful. Take care until we see you all again!

Nous avons séjourné à l'Eden pour notre voyage de noces.
Le lieu est exceptionnel et permet de déconnecter.
Malheureusement, l'hôtel en profite pour surfacturer les trajets en bateau et c'est fort dommage. De plus, l'hôte est assez intrusif alors que nous recherchions la paix. Cela gâche un peu le séjour et la magie du lieu.

Nous avons passé un moment magique sur ce motu???? un cadre de rêve !!! Un bungalow spacieux, un cadre et une vue MAGNIFIQUE !! Le lagon au pied de notre bungalow avec un accès direct ♥️♥️tellement merveilleux ????Notre première rencontre a été Tuhoe qui nous a récupéré à l’aéroport, d’une gentillesse !!!???????? nous avons fait ensemble des sorties, en plus d’être adorable, bienveillant il est très intéressant de discuter avec lui . Maxime adorable qui nous a accueilli à notre arrivée. Tout est havre de paix à cet endroit qui a été le coup de cœur de notre séjour. Nous n’avions pas envie de partir … merci encore pour ce moment inoubliable ♥️

Wichtig für alle Reisenden, der Hotelshuttle fährt nur bis max 1630, später kann nicht angereist werden!!! Grund ist die Bootsfahrt durch seichtes Gewässer.

Waren hier 2 Nächte und hatten Pech mit dem Warmwasser aufgrund des anhaltenden Regens konnte nur in der Rezeption warm geduscht werden. Haben die Zeit genossen, die Angebotenen Ausflüge sind allerdings sehr teuer, auch der Transfer nach Tahaa ist nicht gerade günstig.

Der Ort ist aber sehr einzigartig, wie haben noch nie auf einer so kleinen Insel übernachtet. Das Essen ist lecker und es wird auf einzelne Geschmäcker und Unverträglichkeiten eingegangen.