Boutique Hotels in Tikehau

Imagine an atoll where the lagoon is a perfect circle of impossible blue, ringed by a necklace of tiny coral islets called *motus*. This is Tikehau, a quiet corner of the Tuamotu archipelago where the main village of Tuherahera feels more like a sleepy neighborhood than a town. The primary draw here is the water itself—specifically, the diving and snorkeling at sites like the Tuheiava Pass, where you can drift alongside schools of eagle rays and hundreds of sharks. Above the surface, the Pink Sand Beach on Motu Puarua offers a soft, rosy-hued shoreline that feels utterly remote.

Tikehau is ideal for couples and travelers seeking a peaceful, aquatic-focused escape. There are no large resorts; you'll stay on one of the scattered *motus* or in the small village. Access is via a short flight from Papeete or Bora Bora to the compact Tikehau Airport, followed by a quick boat transfer to your accommodation. It’s a place to disconnect, with days spent kayaking the calm lagoon or cycling the flat, sandy paths.

Accommodation is dominated by small, locally-run guesthouses and a handful of intimate, upscale lodges. On HOTEVI, you can find places like the family-operated Tikehau Village, offering simple bungalows right in Tuherahera, or the more secluded Le Tikehau by Pearl Resorts, which features elegant overwater bungalows on a private *motu*. Your choice is between village life and a private slice of paradise.