Radisson Plaza Resort, Tahiti

One of the newest hotels on the island of Tahiti, The Radisson Plaza Resort overlooks the black sands of Lafayette Beach – Tahiti’s only natural beach – and the sleek contemporary décor brings a refreshing change to Tahiti’s hotel scene. All rooms and suites have a relaxing sun-terrace with views across the ocean towards Moorea.

Facilities include a variety of watersports, a restaurant, bar, swimming pool and ‘Le Spa’ –Tahiti’s first purpose built spa and health club –which overlooks the beach.

The hotel embraces Tahiti’s fascinating heritage with historic black and white photographs of the island displayed in all public areas and in the guest rooms.

This is a great base from which to explore Tahiti –it is only 20 minutes from the airport and 10 minutes from downtown Papeete (the hotel runs a courtesy shuttle into Papeete twice daily).