The Brotherson family opens their home to you in Papara.
Hiti Moana Villa is not a hotel. It's a Tahitian family home, open to travellers from around the world.
Between the 5-star resort and the budget hostel, there is Hiti Moana Villa.
Travellers arriving in Tahiti often face two options: an overpriced 5-star resort, or a budget accommodation with no soul. In between, there are few places that offer both genuine Polynesian authenticity, a lagoon-facing setting, and accessible prices. That's the gap Hiti Moana Villa has been filling for years, at Papara PK 32.
A magnificent lagoon in Papara, a family genuinely living on site, 8 accommodations with sea views — and yet many travellers miss it. The turtles in the garden. The evening breeze facing Moorea. The breakfast prepared by hand each morning by Mum Brotherson.
Maeva — the real meaning of Polynesian welcome.
"Maeva" doesn't just mean "welcome" in reo maohi — the Polynesian language. It's an invitation to enter someone's space, to share their daily life, to feel at home in a place that isn't yours. That's exactly what the Brotherson family offers in Papara.
The Hiti Moana Villa grounds, beachside at PK 32, are their home. The bungalows and studios were built and furnished by the family. The Florida turtle pond — 16 long-term residents gliding under the water lilies — is their garden. And Papara lagoon, with its turquoise reflections and the silhouette of Moorea on the horizon, is the daily landscape they share with their guests.
Staying at Hiti Moana Villa means being invited into this life. Not as a spectator — as a participant. With the kayak at dawn, the continental breakfast prepared with local market fruits, and family tips for highland excursions or whale watching tours.
The Brotherson family — 4 members, one shared love of hospitality.
Father, mother, son and daughter — all four Brothersons live and work at Hiti Moana Villa. This isn't a franchise, it isn't a real estate investment. It's their life, shared with the travellers who choose Papara over the anonymity of large hotels.
Father
Guide and excursion organizer — he knows every corner of Tahiti.
Mother
The soul of the house — she prepares breakfast and makes sure every guest feels at home.
Son
On the lagoon every morning — he introduces you to kayaking and paddleboarding on Papara waters.
Daughter
Digital welcome — she answers your emails within 24 hours and helps you plan your stay.
What sets us apart — concretely.
Ready to join us at PK 32?
8 accommodations available, from 12,000 XPF/night. The Brotherson family is waiting for you in Papara.