When it opened in the late '90s, Le Meridien Bora Bora was the first luxury hotel of its kind in the area. Since then, it has consistently remained one of Bora Bora’s most exclusive resorts. Its two pools, large beach, and protected lagoon are on par with amenities at similar hotels, but there is no full-service spa, and rooms are noticeably smaller than competitors’. What sets the Meridien apart is its on-site turtle sanctuary, where guests can visit rescued turtles and learn about the hotel’s efforts to rehabilitate them. Travelers looking for an on-site spa or larger rooms might prefer the nearby St. Regis Bora Bora Resort, but nightly rates are typically higher and the resort’s sprawling grounds make it difficult to get around.
When it opened in the late '90s, Le Meridien Bora Bora was the first luxury hotel of its kind in the area. Since then, it has consistently remained one of Bora Bora’s most exclusive resorts. Its two pools, large beach, and protected lagoon are on par with amenities at similar hotels, but there is no full-service spa, and rooms are noticeably smaller than competitors’. What sets the Meridien apart is its on-site turtle sanctuary, where guests can visit rescued turtles and learn about the hotel’s efforts to rehabilitate them. Travelers looking for an on-site spa or larger rooms might prefer the nearby St. Regis Bora Bora Resort, but nightly rates are typically higher and the resort’s sprawling grounds make it difficult to get around.
The three-pearl Opoa Beach Hotel is an oceanfront property with nine rustic-chic bungalows, run by a French couple. Its location on the southeastern end of Raiatea lends seclusion and a quiet atmosphere, but there's nothing within walking distance and the airport is a 45-minute drive away. The sandy stretch on-site isn't a real beach, but guests can head to a private island a 10-minute boat ride away. Split between the garden and beach, bungalows have stunning, airy decor, couches, minibars, kettles, and showers, but no air-conditioning or tubs. Each unit has a spacious patio with a hammock and loungers. Delicious cuisine is served at the all-day restaurant, and meal plans are available. A garden-set pool, free-to-use snorkeling equipment and kayaks, and free Wi-Fi round out amenities. This is a beautiful, romantic pick, but the Raiatea Lodge Hotel is closer to the airport.
The three-pearl Opoa Beach Hotel is an oceanfront property with nine rustic-chic bungalows, run by a French couple. Its location on the southeastern end of Raiatea lends seclusion and a quiet atmosphere, but there's nothing within walking distance and the airport is a 45-minute drive away. The sandy stretch on-site isn't a real beach, but guests can head to a private island a 10-minute boat ride away. Split between the garden and beach, bungalows have stunning, airy decor, couches, minibars, kettles, and showers, but no air-conditioning or tubs. Each unit has a spacious patio with a hammock and loungers. Delicious cuisine is served at the all-day restaurant, and meal plans are available. A garden-set pool, free-to-use snorkeling equipment and kayaks, and free Wi-Fi round out amenities. This is a beautiful, romantic pick, but the Raiatea Lodge Hotel is closer to the airport.