Luxury Hotels in French Polynesia

"Pros: beautiful grounds, attentive and kind staff, engaging Polynesian dance show, good breakfast buffet, impeccable Arii Moana restaurant experience, quality of over-water bungalows and beds, quick room service, and the tour operators who come for excursions are amazing. Cons: we experienced oversights during our stay that are unacceptable at the prices being charged, including a botched double booking for sailing before arrival, waiting 27 minutes to get even water to drink at our first...

"We stayed in an overwater bungalow. The property shows some signs of wear but was very comfortable -- and you can't beat the location. So much fun to walk outside and drop into the water!"

"Everything and everyone at this resort was great. Would come back again."

"We stayed in three different bungalows. Our favorite was the beach view just west of the overwater rooms. You're steps from the beach and that glorious water but away from minimal crowds. Our least favorite was the ocean view to the east of the overwaters. The overwater bungalows are directly in front of you and the water. There's no beach to speak of here and the water is almost too shallow to swim in. Staff overall was very friendly and helpful. The main attraction for the Sofitel is the...

"Beautiful new amenities "

"The resort was as beautiful as the pictures make it out to be. But travelers beware: everything (and I mean everything) is very expensive as a function of its remote location. "

"Everything & everyone was amazing. I had 3 massages all were amazing, Steve I’m guessing he’s the activity coordinator. So pleasant and helpful. I wasn’t to crazy with our room shower took a little too much to figure out but the other showers changing room & spa were great. The room itself was very comfortable. The only bump which we were made aware was the construction on the pool but really not that big of a deal except for the view from the restaurant but not a deal breakers. It’s going to be...

"Very beautiful resort with friendly staff. Recommend to all."