Savai'i
Recently rebranded and given a high-end makeover, this all-inclusive surf resort exploits the beauty of an exquisite little beach and its proximity to…
Must-see hotels in Australia & Pacific
Honiara
By far the fanciest hotel in Honiara, this venture right in the centre and on the waterfront is a hot favourite among international businessmen and…
Rarotonga
Set among lawns and coconut palms on one of the south coast's best beaches, Palm Grove has a reputation for being somewhere that regular guests return to…
'Upolu
Yellow and mint-green fale are as bright as the smiles of the owner and staff, and the spectacular Lalomanu beach is steps away. Basic open fale have…
Tahiti
Rent this exquisite three-bedroom, two-bathroom house for a romantic getaway or bring up to seven other people (eight total) for a family or surfing get…
'Upolu
This posh boutique resort, perched over a stunning stretch of water, is one for the luxury lovers: it's stylish, spotless and the staff is exceptional…
Koror
Positioned on a velvety emerald hillside, this intimate establishment offers eight A-framed bungalows that mimic traditional Palauan architecture, using…
Ra'iatea & Taha'a
Yolande, a charming Ra’iatea mama, keeps this cute-as-a-button place on a white-sand beach in shipshape. Not much English is spoken but good vibes abound…
Ra'iatea & Taha'a
Set on a steep hill above Vini Beach Lodge, this pension offers some amazing views of the northern side of Faaroa Bay. There are three rooms all with…
Coral Coast
Owned by the same crowd that own Naviti (there’s a free shuttle between the two and guests can use both resorts’ facilities), the Warwick is another…
Bora Bora
Camping in Bora Bora? Yes, it's possible, but don't hold your breath. This is a very modest place with limited amenities (cold showers, basic self…
French Polynesia
Run by Aline Kato, a retired school teacher, this place near the airstrip eases you right into the peaceful lifestyle of Rimatara. The four bungalows are…
Ratu Kini Backpackers and Dive Resort
Mamanuca Group
This fun and friendly stripside spot is a longtime Mamanucas drawcard: it even attracts guests from the fancier resorts to its social sunset bar and…
Ra'iatea & Taha'a
Besides having one of the better beaches (plus snorkelling) on the island, you’ll get plenty of ancient Polynesian spiritual vibes here from Marae…
Around Tahiti Nui
Le Méridien has truly lovely grounds dotted with lily ponds and fronted by a natural white-sand beach that has Mo’orea views – if you want a resort where…
Mo'orea
The best part of this venture is the grounds, covered in swaying palms and expansive lawns and highlighted by a svelte ribbon of white sand. The 29…
Koror
The best part of Palau Plantation Resort is the grounds, covered in swaying palms and tropical flowers. The 20 all-wood units of varying standards won't…
Mamanuca Group
This glamorous, adult-only resort has a long, lazy pool, a classy colonial-style bar and a twinkling outdoor restaurant (optional meal plan $140 per…
Coral Coast
The sturdy accommodation houses three spotless and airy dorms, and two double rooms. The per-person price is the same for each, but couples get first dibs…
The Cook Islands
With all meals included, a terrific location, and four large comfortable motel-style rooms, Babe’s Place is good value for money. Babe is the island’s…
Ovalau & the Lomaiviti Group
Off in a pretty beachside corner about a minute’s walk from Silana Village, there are a few choices at this tranquil homestay, all set in a big, lush…
Mo'orea
The open, well-planted garden, creative, cosy dorm bungalows and surfy/social atmosphere make this a good backpacker option on Mo’orea, but we’ve heard…
Taveuni
The light-soaked bures here are huge, vaulted-ceilinged affairs with massive beds and private verandahs; each one is surrounded by a neat tropical garden…
French Polynesia
Run by a French-Rurutu couple, Manotel has seven pretty bungalows with fans, good bathrooms and particularly inviting terraces; it’s across the road from…
Nuku Hiva
All eight rooms are clean, well organised (air-con, a small balcony, private facilities, hot shower, daily cleaning) and utilitarian. Rooms 1 and 2 have…
Ra'iatea & Taha'a
There's a mix here of small but bright backpacker rooms out back with shared bathrooms, a midpriced block of OK rooms in the middle, and bigger but dark…
Aitutaki
Paradise Cove features beachfront bungalows on a glorious beach shaded by coconut palms. The thatched pole-house bungalows offer uninterrupted views…
Savai'i
Fall asleep to the lullaby of lapping waves at this charming, slightly ramshackle place. Accommodation varies dramatically: the cheapest fale teeter on…
Honiara
Reposed over sloping grounds with lots of tree and flower coverage, this sprawling hotel has seen better days but the deluxe rooms in the more recent…
Honiara
Anchored on a steep hill with a kinky funicular that shunts people between the rooms and the reception area, this longstanding venture features a variety…
Coral Coast
Heavy on the greenery and light on the concrete, the Naviti’s 220 rooms have access to all the goodies – four restaurants, five bars, a nine-hole golf…
Yasawa Group
Plonked between a village and a fabulous slice of shoreline, Oarsman's Bay occupies two worlds. The same can be said about its accommodation: bures and…
French Polynesia
Three rustic, coconut-thatched bungalows with bathrooms sit on a skinny stretch of white sand, with fabulous lagoon views; there are also two boxy rooms…
Nuku Hiva
Peacefully reposed over sloping grounds above the marina, this pension features eight rooms in a two-storey motel-style building. They’re plain and not…
Ra'iatea & Taha'a
The haphazardly run Hibiscus gets mixed reviews, but its promo deals (stay three nights, pay for two) make it a bargain. Seven simply built bungalows of…
Nadi
This smiley spot is less frenzied than some other budget beach options but has enough buzz to keep things interesting. Scattered among native gardens, the…
Koror
Perched on a hillside overlooking Koror bay, this lodge-like venue could do with a bit of tender loving care, but it's comfortable enough, and all cabins…
Natadola Beach
The thatched roofs of the self-contained bures make this small resort look like a Fijian village. Originally built to house the bigwigs involved in the…
'Upolu
Located at the mouth of the Fupisia River with excellent left- and right-hand breaks in view, Salani caters primarily to experienced surfers with packages…
Ra'iatea & Taha'a
A crisp and compact waterfront abode, Opeha has a handful of very white, very clean, kitchen-equipped bungalows, lined up in a row on a tiny, immaculate…
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