The St. Regis Bora Bora ResortvsHotel Tahiti Nui
Both The St. Regis Bora Bora Resort and Hotel Tahiti Nui are recommended by reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, The St. Regis Bora Bora Resort scores significantly better than Hotel Tahiti Nui. The St. Regis Bora Bora Resort comes in at #2 in French Polynesia with approval from 7 reviews including Oyster, Jetsetter and Gayot.
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."
Hotel Tahiti Nui
Avenue du Prince Hinoi, Papeete, French Polynesia
From $184/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Oyster
Upscale
"Located in the heart of Tahiti's capital city, the 91-room Tahiti Nui is an upscale hotel that appeals mostly to travelers in transit, thanks to its location, close to the airport and cruise port." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Attractive primarily to business travellers, the Tahiti Nui is a modernish hotel right in the heart of Pape’ete and close to the waterfront" Full review