The St. Regis set its stilts on a private motu in 2006, and remains the most expensive palace in Polynesia.

The St. Regis Bora Bora Resort

★9.0

From

3,201.16 €

“Overwater villas with glass floor in the bedroom, direct view of stingrays and blacktip reef sharks.”

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The St. Regis Bora Bora Resort occupies motu Ome'e, accessible only by boat from the airport (private shuttle included). We sleep in overwater villas or beachfront, all with private pool, glass floor above the lagoon, teak furniture and white linen. The 24/7 butler service is included, efficient without being intrusive. Two infinity pools facing Mount Otemanu, Miri Miri by Clarins spa in a garden of vanilla and tiare, gourmet restaurant Lagoon (French-Polynesian cuisine). The Booking rating of 9/10 based on 55 reviews reflects the consistency of the service, but the rate from 3 201 € per night places this hotel out of reach for the majority of travellers. We recommend it for a honeymoon or major birthday, not for a ten-night stay ✨

Who is it for?

Who we recommend it to

We recommend the St. Regis to couples on honeymoon or celebrating a milestone anniversary who seek total seclusion with palace service, and who have the budget (allow 25 000 € per week for two, flights and meals included). It is a hotel for travellers who favour American comfort (powerful air conditioning, king-size bedding, butler) over Polynesian authenticity. Families with children are welcome, yet the clientele remains predominantly adult, forty-plus.

The building

Architecture and interiors

The resort opened in 2006 on a private 44-acre motu, designed by WATG in a contemporary tropical style. Villas in teak wood and lava stone, pandanus-thatched roofs, white and beige interiors with lagoon-blue accents. Overwater villas measure between 100 and 150 m², beach villas between 120 and 300 m². Ceiling height of 3.5 metres, sliding glass doors on three sides.

At the table

Restaurants, bar, service

Restaurant Lagoon offers a French-Polynesian fusion menu (raw fish in coconut milk, roasted mahi-mahi, grilled lobster), service on the overwater terrace. Bar Te Pahu serves cocktails and sushi in the late afternoon, with views of the sunset behind Raiatea. Continental or American breakfast served in-room or at the restaurant, included in some packages. Room service operates 24/7, full menu available.

Highlights

Overwater villas with glass floor, private pool and direct lagoon access
24/7 butler service included, available by SMS or telephone
Miri Miri by Clarins spa with traditional Polynesian treatments using monoï
Two infinity pools facing Mount Otemanu, reserved sun loungers
Private boat shuttle from Bora Bora airport included in the rate

Location & access

Where the hotel sits in Bora Bora

The St. Regis sits on motu Ome'e, north-east of Bora Bora, facing Mount Otemanu. Accessible only by boat: private shuttle from the airport (15 minutes), then electric buggy transfer to the villa. Vaitape, the main village, is 20 minutes by boat (free shuttle three times daily). The motu is private, no shops or restaurants nearby: guests stay on site or arrange excursions (diving, lagoon tour, picnic on a deserted motu).

Good to know

Before you book

Pets: Not accepted.
Children: Welcome, cot and extra bed free of charge, kids club for 4-12 years.
Parking: Not applicable, access by boat only.
Pool: Two infinity pools, open 6am-10pm, reserved sun loungers.
Spa: Miri Miri by Clarins, open 9am-8pm, reservation recommended 48 hours in advance.
Wi-Fi: Free in all villas and common areas, reliable speed.

Facilities

2 pools

Beachfront

Airport shuttle

Non-smoking rooms

Free Wi-Fi

Fitness centre

Wi-Fi available everywhere

Room service

Spa and wellness centre

Restaurant

Location

Where The St. Regis Bora Bora Resort is located

Exact address