Luxury hotels, hotel suites and fine dining restaurants in French Polynesia

Vacations in French Polynesia 

 Desert. Island. Dream. Three words that conjure up your ultimate vacation fantasy. This is the sort of holiday destination that is culturally embedded in what we all crave from a vacation: sun, sand, swimming and serenity. But there’s no reason for it to remain a fantasy: French Polynesia is an unbelievable paradise that’s surprisingly in reach. 

 Our luxury hotels in French Polynesia bring it all to life. The lush islands, coral atolls, tropical foliage and wild nature of destinations whose names are preceded by their reputations–Bora Bora, Tahiti and The Marquesas Islands. Private beaches, turquoise waters and hypnotic sound of waves lapping at your feet; accommodation that’s sometimes built over the water, sometimes nestled in jungle-like foliage.  

 It’s inescapable that all this is perfect for couples–those seeking romantic getaways in French Polynesia won’t be disappointed. But beaches were invented for families–and they attract just as many adventurers seeking luxury family hotels in French Polynesia as those looking for an exotic escape. 

Lay back in these luxury hotels in French Polynesia  

 Island life in this part of Oceania also comes with, as the name suggests, a French flavor to life. The 121 islands that make up the various archipelagos are an overseas ‘collective’ of the mother country. It’s officially French language here–though you’ll hear plenty of local Polynesian languages too–and there’s a familiar French sophistication to our luxury hotels in French Polynesia that co-exists with indigenous ‘tiki’ culture, customs and heritage. 

 To give you a flavor of our luxury hotel suites in French Polynesia, let us paint a picture: think views of beautiful beach panoramas, framed by lush volcanic peaks, vanilla plantations or coconut groves; exclusive island retreats surrounded by coral reefs; cool bungalows, stately villas set amid jungle palms and traditional grass-roofed structures standing on stilts in tranquil lagoons; the warm waters of the ocean, perfect for snorkeling, home to pearl divers, exotic wildlife and the best sunsets on earth. 

Fresh from the ocean: fine dining restaurants in French Polynesia 

 One of the defining characteristics of tiki culture is the mélange of cultural and culinary styles that define its food and drink. The all-surrounding ocean features strongly, no doubt–fresh-caught, often served raw, alongside unusual Polynesian ingredients and locally grown exotic fruits that inject vivid color into dishes and drinks. Fuse that with a classical French approach to cooking and you’ll understand what to expect from our gastronomic restaurants in French Polynesia. Now picture yourself sitting under shady trees, the beach just footsteps away, a tiki cocktail in hand. 

Live your best beach life with our boutique hotels in French Polynesia 

 No prizes for guessing that the ocean often forms the basis of your daily adventures in paradise–our luxury hotels in French Polynesia can arrange island hopping boat trips, snorkeling tours through the reefs or dive under the surface and mix with turtles, dolphins and shark on an aquatic safari. Glass-bottomed boats offer an alternative perspective, while jet-skiing, paddle boarding, canoeing, water-skiing, sailing and fishing are also easily accessible. Visit a pearl farm for an immersion in this unusual industry. 

 But that’s not all: head inland to discover hiking trails and waterfalls down volcanic cliffs, go biking or horse-back riding. Explore fragrant vanilla plantations, stay on the look-out for exotic bird species, then head to markets selling tiki handcrafts or visit a local rum distillery. Raise your game in relaxation with spa treatments, with products created from local botanicals. 

Protecting paradise: our Eco hotels in French Polynesia  

 Our 5 star hotels in French Polynesia are proudly protective of their unique and important natural surroundings. The health of the coral reefs are critical to the sea life–and healthy oceans are critical to a healthy planet. All hosted activities will emphasize the importance of the integrity of the ecosystems here. And our luxury hotels in French Polynesia are careful to ensure their carbon footprint is ever smaller–that’s why you’ll even find solar-powered boats that leave no trace compared to fossil-fuel burning vessels.  

 All fish is sourced responsibly to preserve species populations–in fact, as much as possible is sourced from neighboring islands to minimize food or other resources being imported from Australia, New Zealand or further afield. 

 Relais & Châteaux in French Polynesia, like all our hotels and restaurants around the world, are all independently owned properties. Our owners and their staff really appreciate the effort their guests have gone to come all this way and they’ll reward you with a genuinely warm welcome, attentive service as they immerse you in island life and showcase its best features. And when you return, as we hope, we want you to feel recognized and expected. We can’t wait to host you in this heaven on earth.