St Regis Bora
Bora - Newest and grandest hotel in Bora Bora. The best when money is no object. Now a Hollywood favorite.
-The Great: Service, Bungalows (huge), Food, Beach, Spa, Activities
-The Not So Good: Snorkeling (none), Not located in the clearest part of the lagoon, Shore access, Lack of Polynesian "feel".
-Our Opinion: One of the best hotel in the South Pacific. Top quality throughout. But large, very large.
InterContinental Resort and Thalasso-Spa Bora Bora - Second newest and grandest. Contemporary decor and gorgeous bungalows. A very "cool" resort. Shares the same area of the Lagoon as Meridien and St Regis.
-The Great: Bungalows, Decor, View, Restaurants, Spa
-The Nice: Food, Service, Shore access to Bora Bora at Pointe Matira
-The Not So Good: Snorkeling (none), Beach, Not in the clearest part of the lagoon, Lack of Polynesian "feel".
-Our Opinion: Beautiful hotel, great view. Not as polished (or expensive) as St Regis, but a superb resort. We recommend you book the "Sapphire" or "Diamond" Bungalows to take advantage of the view.
Hotel
Bora Bora - The Grand Dame of hotels in French Polynesia. Charming, intimate, understated luxury on the main island.
-The Great: Service, Food, Beaches (3), Snorkeling, Location, Intimacy and Privacy.
-The Nice: Traditional Polynesian decor, Lush gardens, Views.
-The Not So Good: Bungalow decor a little dated.
-Our Opinion: Still one of our favorites for the location on the main island, the personalized service and the romantic ambiance. But, if you are looking for a plasma TV, a pool and a fancy spa, it isn't there..
Bora
Bora Nui Resort and Spa - On the backside of an island in the lagoon, facing the ocean (no view of the lagoon or Bora Bora). A large resort with good amenities.
-The Good: Bungalow size and decor, Restaurant, Amenities
-The OK: Food, Service, Access to Bora Bora
-The Not So Good: Lack of intimacy/romance, Snorkeling (poor), No view of Bora Bora Lagoon or Mountain.
-Our Opinion: The lack of views of Bora Bora is disappointing. In the same category of resort we feel the new Intercon Thalasso is more upscale and a better value.
Le
Meridien
- It used to be one of our favorites when it had the exclusive spot in that area of the lagoon. However it is now squeezed between the St Regis and The Intercontinental Thalasso which turned this area of the lagoon into "Resort Alley".
-The Good: View, Restaurant, Beach, Service, Beach Bungalows, Private Lagoonarium
-The OK: Bungalows decor
-The Not So Good: Snorkeling (poor), Bungalow size, Access to Bora Bora
-Our Opinion: Still a nice resort with great views and good amenities. But the bungalows are a little small compared to the newer hotels. The glass floor is impressive, though...
Sofitel Motu Resort
- Still the best boutique resort in Bora Bora, secluded and intimate. Only 30 bungalows
-The Great: Snorkeling , View, Location, Lagoon - the best in BB. Also, privacy, easy access to shore.
-The Nice: Traditional Polynesian decor, Service, Food
-The OK: Bungalow decor a little dated but spacious
-Our Opinion: One of our favorites with its superb location, view and snorkeling. The personalized service is good, and the use of the amenities of the new Sofitel Beach Resort is a plus.
Pearl Beach Resort -
Very good upper mid-range resort on a motu with all the amenities and an excellent choice of well priced bungalows. Not too large.
-The Good: View, Bungalows, Restaurant, Pool and Beach
-The OK: Food, Service, Shore access to Bora Bora
-The Not So Good: Snorkeling.
-Our Opinion: Rarely disappointing, very good all around, an excellent value.
Bora Bora Lagoon Resort
- A nice sized resort in a good location across the lagoon.
-The Good: View, Restaurant, Pool and Beach, Snorkeling, Shore access to Bora Bora
-The OK: Food, Service, Bungalows
-The Not So Good: Plush Decor but may feel a little dated, Bungalow decks are on the small side.
-Our Opinion:A quality resort with 5 stars amenities and a superb view of the lagoon and Bora Bora.
Sofitel Bora Bora Resort (ex Marara) - On the main island - A very good mid-range resort that is basically brand new.
-The Good: Beach, Restaurant, Pool, Bungalows
-The OK: Food, Service, snorkeling, view
-The Not So Good: Nothing so far..
-Our Opinion: A very good mid-priced resort with a nice beach and spiffy new bungalows.
Intercontinental Le Moana Resort - On the main island, a mid-size resort with an intimate Polynesian feel.
-The Good: Food, Service, View (depending on bungalow location), Snorkeling, Convenient to main tourist area of Bora Bora
-The OK: Bungalows
-The Not So Good: Small beach in crowded area of Bora Bora, Maybe a little overpriced.
-Our Opinion: A good resort, but too little privacy or sense of seclusion. Too many homes and hotels nearby.
Le Maitai Polynesia - On the same beach between the Intercon and the Sofitel
-The Good: Price
-The OK: Food, Service, Snorkeling, View, Bungalows
-The Not So Good: Narrow beach, A road runs between between the main part of the hotel and the beach. Traffic can be heard in beach bungalows and some overwater. Spotty service.
-Our Opinion: A fair budget hotel - offers the least expensive overwater bungalows in Bora Bora.
Sofitel
Moorea Resort - Recently reopened after a being completely rebuilt. Now the best resort in Moorea.
-The Great: Beach, Snorkeling , View, Lagoon, Also, privacy/view from the Beach Bungalows.
-The Nice: Bungalow decor, Spa, Pool, Restaurants
-The OK: No proximity to shops or restaurants.
-Our Opinion: Superb - A spacious beach (best in Moorea) and all the new amenities make this resort our first choice in Moorea.
Sheraton Moorea Lagoon
- An excellent resort
-The Good: Snorkeling, Location, View
-The OK: Beach, Food, Service, Bungalows
-The Not So Good: Spa, No view from the beach bungalows, Small beach, Decor needs a little updating
-Our Opinion: A quality resort, solid value in a good location.
Intercontinental Moorea - Also Excellent
-The Good: Spacious property, Location, Amenities, Lovely lush grounds
-The OK: Beach, Food, Service, Bungalows, Spa
-The Not So Good: Snorkeling, Limited view from the beach bungalows, Semi overwater bungalows, Lobby decor needs updating, Bungalows near Dolphin area can be noisy.
-Our Opinion: A Moorea classic, well run, with all the expected amenities.
Moorea
Pearl Resort - A mid-range resort on the grounds of the old Bali Hai
-The Good: Location, Amenities, Pool
-The OK: Beach, Food, Service, Bungalows,
-The Not So Good: Snorkeling, Limited view from the beach bungalows, Too many bungalows on a small property.
-Our Opinion: A fair value.
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Tiare Beach Resort
- The only resort in Huahine
-The Good: Bungalows (spacious)
-The OK: Beach, Food, Service, View, Snorkeling
-The Not So Good: No road access into Huahine, Bland decor
-Our Opinion: A good resort, nothing exciting, but Huahine is well worth a visit.
The
Relais Mahana
- A family-run small hotel
-The Good: Remote and pristine location, Lovely beach
-The OK: Food, Service, View, Snorkeling, Bungalows
-Our Opinion: A good value, comfortable but fairly basic.
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Le Tahaa Private Island Resort and Spa - A winner since it opened, it remain one of the top resorts in French Polynesia.
-The Great: Beach, Snorkeling , View, Lagoon, Beach Bungalows, Overwater bungalows.
-The Very Nice: Bungalow decor, Spa, Pool, Restaurants
-Our Opinion: A unique location, a pristine crystal lagoon, nearby deserted islands and the perfect South Seas romantic atmosphere make this resort everyone's favorite.
Vahine
island Resort
- Romantic Hideaway
-The Very Good: Private, Small property in a pristine location
-The Good: Food, Service, View, Snorkeling, Bungalows
-Our Opinion: A lovely and intimate property, lots of romance, spacious bungalows, Polynesian feel.
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Kia
Ora Resort
- This is THE resort of Rangiroa
-The Very Good: Beach, Snorkeling, Bungalows, Food, Service, Diving
-The Not So Good: Nothing!
-Our Opinion: Consistently one of the most successful resort in French Polynesia thanks to the location, service and superb management.
Kia
Ora Sauvage
- The Ultimate Romantic Island Experience
-The Very Good: Location, Privacy, Beach, Snorkeling, Bungalows, Food, Service, Diving, Activities, Hosts
-The Not So Good: Nothing!
-Our Opinion: If you are looking for the ultimate island experience, this is it! Don't let the rustic look and the lack of electricity fool you - this is not roughing it by any means. Highly recommended.
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Beach Resort
- Lovely OW and beach bungalows. Excellent snorkeling, diving, pearl
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Beach Resort
- A secluded lovely resort . OW and beach bungalows. Exc. snorkeling,
diving and food. 4+ stars. |
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Maitai Fakarava
- This charming all inclusive beach resort offers just 30 luxury
bungalows with lagoon views over a pristine environment. Diving
in the 2 spectacular passes of Fakarava lagoon is available, as
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Intercontinental Tahiti
- One of the top resort on the island. 5 stars, A/C rooms & Deluxe
OW Bungalows.
Le
Meridien - A large
upscale resort with European flair. A/C rooms & Deluxe OW Bungalows.
Tahiti Sheraton - A good hotel conveniently located. Perfect
for stopovers.
Tahiti Radisson Plaza - Located on the other side of town from the airport. Upscale accommodation.
Sofitel
Tahiti Resort - Renovated 2006 - convenient, casual but nice, lanai rooms, pool, activities, pleasant beach.
Royal
Tahitian - A moderate
hotel in a lush garden. A/C rooms, lovely waterfront restaurant. 2 stars.
Hotel
Mandarin - Conveniently
located in the heart of town. A/C rooms, restaurant. 2 stars. Inexpensive.
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