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B.P. 296, 98775, French Polynesia
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Pension Bounty
Ranked #2 of 16 Rangiroa B&B and Inns
4.5 of 5 stars 110 Reviews
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Auckland, New Zealand
Senior Reviewer
7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
“Nice place near the beach and dive centers”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 February 2012
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We stayed at Pension Bounty in December and were lucky to be the only ones there so the place was very quiet. Alain was not there but Muriel took care of us, finding for us the best dive center for our requirements. We had two amazing days diving with Raie Manta club that we highly recommend for people in search of authenticity, friendliness and knowledge of the Tiputa pass and its inhabitants!
The room at Pension Bounty has a big fan ( No air con but we didn't need it), a little kitchen and a bathroom with hot water. There are free bicycles which turned out to be very handy to go visit the main city and buy some food at the little supermarket or at the public beach ( try their carpaccio or their poisson cru, absolutely delicious and SO cheap).
There's a nice beach down the road of the pension (100 m).
The price for the pension includes breakfasts but we were not offered the possibility to stay half board.

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  • Stayed December 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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alain Ruiz, Propriétaire at Pension Bounty, responded to this review
13 February 2012
Dear Guests,
Thank you for having taken the time to leave a comment about our hotel. I am very sorry to be in France when you came and not to have meet you. It is true that when I am not here we do not offer the half board but it is very rare and we always warn the guests in advance during booking time.
I am extremely pleased to hear that you have enjoyed your stay at Pension Bounty and the divng at Rangiroa, surely one of the best spot in the world.
I hope we get the chance to welcome you back in the very near future!
Alain
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Köln
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
“Divers paradise and where to find a language guru”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 January 2012

What a beautiful, small and clean place not far away from the big dive shops. Alain and Muriel are wonderful hosts speaking multiple languages (not only the obvious ones as stated on their website!) and provide the best tips what to do and where to dive. The rooms are clean and free internet is provided from 7am through to 9pm. If you have booked b&b only you can notify the landlords and enjoy a delicious three course dinner. Or go to a restaurant or eat whatever you like on your own terrace. Free bikes are provided so you can cycle to the local supermarket and fill the fridge with your favourite drinks. Bounty does not have the license to sell drinks so don't complain ;-) We would happily return to Rangiroa at any time. Not only because of the diving experience but also because of Alain and Muriel. Thumbs up and thank you sooooooo much for everything.

  • Stayed October 2011
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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alain Ruiz, Propriétaire at Pension Bounty, responded to this review
8 January 2012
Dear guests,
Many thanks for taking the time to leave your feedback. I am so pleased that you had a great stay with us.
It is nice to get such good and positive feedback and it makes us very proud.
Your satisfaction and happiness is our ultimate reward to us.
I hope you get the chance to stay with us again in the near future.
Kind regards
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Venezia, Italia
Senior Contributor
24 reviews 24 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
39 helpful votes 39 helpful votes
“beautifull place”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 November 2011

I've been there in 2007, the owner, Alain is so polite, the place is simple but clean and beautifull. I think it's the best pension in rangiroa and it's surely much more cheaper than hotel as kia ora that is on the same beach. Definally i suggest this place if you don't want to stay in a over rated 4 stars hotel!

  • Stayed November 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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alain Ruiz, Propriétaire at Pension Bounty, responded to this review
1 December 2011
Ia Orana Andrea,
what a surprise ! Almost 5 years already and the pleasure to read comments from you !

I am delighted to read that the services met your expectations and that you enjoyed the atmosphere of our familly hotel.
Thank you to point out than pension Bounty has the same beach than the Kia Ora Hotel and that our structure is simple but nevertheless clean and comfortable.
Since 2007 we have changed several pieces of furniture: matresses, safety box, deck chairs are now the same than those that equipped several 4 stars hotels in Polynesia. But our prices are always a lot much cheaper, don't worry ! ! !

Mauru'uru roa dear Andrea, I really appreciate your taking the time to post your compliments and I hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back soon.
Saluti cordiali
Alain
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Milan, Italy
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18 reviews 18 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
“Very nice place”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 November 2011

Very nice pension, clean and comfortable, placed nearby the very nice Kia Ora beach. The staff is very prepared (the owner speaks five or six languages...) and can help you with the organization of whatever trip you want to have. Bicycles are free of charge and is quite fun to ride up and down the island.

  • Stayed November 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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alain ruiz, Propriétaire at Pension Bounty, responded to this review
23 November 2011
Thank you very much for your feed back. Of course we are always very happy when our guests seem to have enjoyed their stay at pension Bounty. It was a pleasure to give you any information we could to help you with the activities to do on our atoll.
Alain
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Naples, Italy
2 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“Great place!”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 September 2011
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Pension bounty has a perfect location: near the only beach of Avatoru, and at walking distance from Tiputa Pass, which is the nicest place! Alain (the owner) does anything he can to let you feel comfortable, and he is very successful in this :-D!! Rooms are very nice and perfectly clean. Complimentary Wifi is an additional bonus. Recommended!
Urbano & Giovanna

  • Stayed August 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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alain Ruiz, Propriétaire at Pension Bounty, responded to this review
26 November 2011
Thank you for your kind comments following your stay in our Pension.
It is always a pleasure to see that the expectations of our guests are met and hopefully exceeded.
Mauru’uru roa, Sunny Regards,
Alain
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B.P. 296, 98775, French Polynesia
Price range (per night):* 128 AUD

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