The St. Regis Bora Bora ResortvsClub Bali Hai Moorea Hotel
Both properties are praised by professional reviewers. On balance, The St. Regis Bora Bora Resort is preferred by most writers compared to Club Bali Hai Moorea Hotel. The St. Regis Bora Bora Resort comes in at #2 in French Polynesia with praise from 7 sources including Travel + Leisure, The Telegraph and Hideaway Report.
The St. Regis Bora Bora Resort
Motu Ome'e, 98730 , French Polynesia
From $1,348/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
Travel + Leisure
"The St. Regis seriously upped the ante when it opened with thatched overwater villas, outdoor showers, a fleet of butlers, a Jean-Georges Vongerichten restaurant, and a spa set on its own island." Full review
Jetsetter
"Paradise: spacious overwater bungalows with butler service, a swim-up bar, Jean-Georges restaurant and decadent spa." Full review
Gayot
"Signature St. Regis luxury unites with warm island hospitality at this South Pacific sanctuary."
Oyster
Luxury
"Its 89 overwater and beachfront bungalows are the largest in French Polynesia, and are richly appointed with modern island decor and thoughtful amenities." Full review
Hideaway Report
93.0
"This hotel offers exceptionally spacious accommodations, most overwater villas enhanced by living rooms, indoor glass floor panels and lavish baths." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"In French Polynesia, it doesn’t get more idyllic than this sprawling Bora Bora cloister, famously featured in the 2009 film Couples Retreat." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
Readers' Choice Award
"Honeymooners and families stay at this luxury resort, where villas look out over a turquoise lagoon." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"One of the finest places to sleep in Bora Bora with the water lapping the stilt structure beneath your bed is The St. Regis Bora Bora Resort."
Travel + Leisure
"An island paradise located on its own 44-acre motu, or small islet. The resort comprises 90 overwater villas and beach villas, ranging from one- to three-bedroom sizes."
Club Bali Hai Moorea Hotel
Maharepa 98728, French Polynesia
From $0/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
Oyster
Budget
"Bali Hai’s storied history, stunning location on Cook’s Bay, and affordable nightly rates continue to attract guests...Plus, freebies like Wi-Fi, kayak and snorkel gear, and a weekly Polynesian show." Full review
Lonely Planet
"Club Bali Hai has a range of anonymous rooms in a two-storey, motel-like building as well as an assortment of local-style bungalows, including a handful of overwater units" Full review