2 Best Hotels in Bora Bora with Maupiti, French Polynesia

At the southern tip of Motu Toopua, this resort is considered to have one of the best beaches in Bora Bora and amazing snorkeling right off the bungalows. It's a large resort with expansive gardens; electric carts are available for those who don't want long walks by the shore or through the coconut groves. Bungalows are elegantly furnished with Indonesian mahogany canopy beds swathed in net and Italian marble baths. A regular shuttle ferries guests to and from Vaitape throughout the day and well into the night for those who want to dine on the mainland.

If you're looking for the ultimate getaway, and are not concerned about breaking the bank, then this is the place to come. The villas, most of which are overwater, have spacious living rooms, a sundeck and terrace, and a personal butler. Some of the overwater bungalows have Jacuzzis, others have private plunge pools. The resort has drop-dead beautiful views of Mt. Otemanu, four restaurants (including one by Jean-George Vongerichten), and 24 hour butler service. It was also the first resort on the island to have a kids' club. Tip: For a once-in-a-lifetime splurge, the Royal Estate Villa is set away from the others and has three bedrooms, two bathrooms, a chef's kitchen, a private spa area, and a private beach.