French Polynesia

This is a family-friendly, five-star resort from a top-class brand that delivers the Bora Bora dream. — The Telegraph

Bora Bora Nui is a "Polynesian charmer" with a stunning new two-bedroom family villa as well as fresh talent in the kitchen-chef Daniel Echasseriau (formerly of La Samanna). — Travel + Leisure

This hotel offers exceptionally spacious accommodations, most overwater villas enhanced by living rooms, indoor glass floor panels and lavish baths. — Hideaway Report

Traditional Polynesian-styled bungalows with mod cons and knockout views. — Jetsetter

In full view of mystical Mount Otemanu, this photogenic Bora Bora resort near the northern tip of Motu Pitiaau caters to families by offering free snorkeling equipment, canoes, and windsurfing boards. — Travel + Leisure

Floor-to-ceiling windows, Lucite ceiling fans, big tubs overlooking the water, and bathrooms with black slate floors reflect the clean modern aesthetic throughout. — Condé Nast Traveler

The 1998-opened Bora Bora Pearl Beach Resort & Spa is a luxury property with a stunning oceanfront setting overlooking Mount Otemanu. — Oyster

You’ll be hard-pressed to find a mellower spot to maroon yourself for a languid holiday. — Lonely Planet

Cash-strapped travelers looking for a place to sleep can find so-so accommodations at Pension Motu Iti— a scrappy guesthouse that feels more like a bad hostel. — Oyster

Opened in 2010 by French couple, Isabelle and Jean-Luc, Green Lodge is a charming beachfront "pension" (guesthouse) with six Polynesian-style bungalows. — Oyster

Fenua Mata’i’oa is an eccentric upscale property that appeals to a limited clientele. — Oyster

This excellent, modern Polynesian resort sports 114 units, including 39 opulent overwater bungalows and luxuriously appointed beach and garden units. It’s on the best beach on the island. — Lonely Planet

This midrange resort prides itself on offering the cheapest overwater bungalows in French Polynesia. — Lonely Planet

Simple hedonists will be hard-pressed to find a mellower spot to maroon themselves for a languid holiday. — Lonely Planet

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Fulfilling all your French Polynesian fantasies, intimate private-isle hotel Vahine Island (aka Island of the Women) offers barefoot luxe, with just nine romantic bungalows fringed by coconut trees with dreamy lagoon views. — Mr & Mrs Smith

Overall it's not bad value given the irresistible location on Matira Beach and the promotional rates ('stay three nights, pay for two') when it's slack. — Lonely Planet

The 106-room Hilton Moorea Lagoon Resort & Spa is a luxurious property with a stunning beachfront setting, almost exclusively attracting romancing couples. — Oyster

Bali Hai’s storied history, stunning location on Cook’s Bay, and affordable nightly rates continue to attract guests...Plus, freebies like Wi-Fi, kayak and snorkel gear, and a weekly Polynesian show. — Oyster