Location: In the Punaauia region, on the west coast, overlooking a turquoise lagoon with a small, narrow, white sandy beach, approx. 15 km from Papeete and approx. 20 km from the harbour. Destination airport: Papeete, approx. 10 km.

Hotel: Luxurious, modern resort complex with reception area, lobby, 2 restaurants, including Le Carré, offering excellent cuisine and views of the lagoon, 2 bars, a large sand bottomed swimming pool, parasols and sun loungers, a jeweller''s, a boutique, an artist''s studio with exhibitions and art activities. Shuttle service to Papeete Monday-Friday (for a fee).

Rooms: 150

Garden View: Approx. 48 m², with bath, WC, separate shower, hairdryer, TV, telephone, Internet (for a fee), air conditioning, minibar, coffee/tea maker, safe and balcony with garden views.

Deluxe Lagoon View: Approx. 48 m², same as Garden View, with views of the lagoon.

Overwater Bungalow: Approx. 56 m², over-water bungalow on stilts. Same facilities as Garden View, more elegantly appointed, with bathrobe, slippers, iron, TV (flat screen), fan and terrace.

Entertainment & excursions: Included: Evening entertainment twice a week with live music or a Polynesian show. For a fee: Snorkelling expeditions.

Sport & fitness: Included: Snorkelling, kayaking, beach volleyball, tennis, table tennis, beach volleyball. For a fee: Diving, massage.