Moorea Resort: Sofitel La Ora

A longtime favorite for visitors from around the world, the "Ia Ora" is a classic, picturesque Tahitian-style hotel. It is the location of the island's best beach, a wide strip of white sand that curves around the edge of the lagoon, affording sunbathers a view of Tahiti in the distance. The tastefully decorated overwater and beach front bungalows are spacious, and feature private verandas with fantastic views of the island of Tahiti in the distance, thus adding to the magic of the Sofitel Ia Ora. The hotel also features a swimming pool and a beachfront café that overlooks the lagoon. The Sofitel Ia Ora is a popular hotel for people from around the world, but is a favorite among American travelers, with many repeat guests.