Painapaopao Backpacker

- The two person cabin with private bath was nice. Not right next to the other cabin or the common area so you didn't hear a ton of other people, but close enough to be easy to access everything. - The bed in the dorm was also nice as you had your own little space almost. The small bedside fan in the dorm also worked well. - Bathrooms in both were clean and worked well with plenty of hot (or cold) water as you wished. - The communal spaces were kept clean and functioned well. The people running it as well as the other guests were all very nice, so it was a good environment. The grounds were also beautiful and lush. - Public beach nearby is lovely with great swimming, lounging and snorkeling opportunities.

- Both the mosquito nets in the cabin and the dorm had some holes in them enough to let in some mosquitos. There weren't a ton around, so it was okay, but it did make them less effective. - The fan in the cabin doesn't really move a lot of air, even on the highest setting, so it can be quite warm. We prob would have been better off with a stand up fan similar to the dorms. - Lots of loud roosters and dogs in the morning, but that is par for the course in a lot of areas in the island, just be aware it will happen if you're super sensitive about that.

It was comfortable clean pleasant surroundings

It was a long way from shops etc only a problem if no car

It was an incredible lodge, cheap and clean. It was back to nature, a very simple living style but had necessities for a comfortable stay.

To get there, or to depart was difficult without a car. Maybe some sort of free or paid transportation, affiliated with the lodge would be helpful. Maybe a shuttle to/from the ferry.

The location for the trails I hiked was perfect and the other guests were very friendly. The shower was like a high volume waterfall, and was so refreshing at the end of the day's activities.

There wasn't anything I did not like. The signage from the road was faded so it could be refreshed for curb appeal, although the directions took you directly to the property..

This property was so cute! I was staying in one of the dorms, and I liked how it was like a little private bedroom. It was nice to have some privacy as I had been in crowded rooms the rest of my trip. There were also bug nets which were nice to keep the mosquitos away. The openness and calmness of this property was amazing. I thoroughly enjoyed my stay!

The best accomodation I ´ve stayed in French Polynesia, value for money. In nice and quiet garden, big clean kitchen with all facilities. In dorm you have your privat place. Is more privat room than dorm. Not far from the Mareto beach.