Four Seasons Resort Bora Bora
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Overwater bungalows & villas with plunge pools, spa, fine dining
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BP 547, Motu Tehotu 98730, French Polynesia Get directions
Overwater bungalows & villas with plunge pools, spa, fine dining
BP 547, Motu Tehotu 98730, French Polynesia Get directions
"From our overwater bungalow, mornings began with crystal-clear turquoise water at our private swimming platform and a close-up view of Mount Otemanu; five nights here felt both pampering and unhurried. The property is the only hotel on its barrier island and runs shuttle boats to the main island for a quick spin through local shops and restaurants, but the real draw is staying put: spacious thatched-roof bungalows with wide-plank hardwood floors, local artwork, clean-lined, modern decor, and private decks with direct lagoon access, plus beachfront villas with private gardens and infinity-edge pools for those who prefer land. We filled our days with jet-skiing, snorkeling, and swimming with sharks and stingrays—guided by locals who taught us how to respect the environment and shared their pride in Bora Bora—and still found time for two little barres at our bungalow that didn't feel like work. Views of Mount Otemanu frame everything like an iconic skyscraper, the overwater bungalows are iconic enough to be the background of the Four Seasons app, and the shark swim at the edge of the reef truly felt like a must-do, once-in-a-lifetime experience we were already talking about repeating." - Matt Ortile
"Warm, seamless service anchors a stay that includes a private lagoon and nature reserve for snorkeling, gorgeous grounds with both activities and hideaways, must‑book couples’ treatments in overwater spa suites, and private romantic dinners on the property’s tiny motu island—no wonder it draws stars like Justin Theroux, Miles Teller, and Jennifer Aniston." - Shelby Wax
"A classic, upscale property offering overwater bungalows with and without private plunge pools and special Beachfront Villa Estates that feature private infinity-edge pools stretching over the crystalline waters and gardens; many rooms afford views of Mount Otemanu in the distance." - Stacey Leasca Stacey Leasca Stacey Leasca is an award-winning journalist and co-founder of Be a Travel Writer, an online course for the next generation of travel journalists. Her photos, videos, and words have appeared in print or online for Travel + Leisure, Time, Los Angeles Times, Glamour, and many more. You'll usually find her in an airport. If you do see her there, please say hello. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines
"A family-friendly resort lauded for excellent rooms, food, and service, offering accommodation choices that range from beachfront villa estates for larger groups—close to beaches, restaurants, and shared recreation—to iconic overwater bungalows with private plunge pools and direct views of Mount Otemanu. The property also features a wide array of high-quality active and cultural pursuits, including sunset storytelling cruises, treasure-hunt boat tours, nature hikes, and helicopter excursions." - Sarah Bruning Sarah Bruning Sarah Bruning is the special projects and surveys editor at Travel + Leisure, where she has been on staff since 2018. She assigns stories across the magazine, primarily for the Experiences section and feature well. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines
"A classic overwater-bungalow resort offering ultra-private stays and some of the best service in French Polynesia, with 108 overwater bungalows (27 with private pools) and lavish options such as an overwater bungalow suite with a private plunge pool and sweeping views of both the lagoon and Mount Otemanu. The design draws on traditional Polynesian village motifs to feel perfectly at home in the South Pacific waters." - Jennifer Flowers