The St. Regis Bora Bora ResortvsSofitel Bora Bora Private Island
Both properties are highly recommended by expert reviewers. Overall, The St. Regis Bora Bora Resort is the choice of most writers compared to Sofitel Bora Bora Private Island. The St. Regis Bora Bora Resort scores 88 with recommendations from 7 publications like Gayot, Oyster and Travel + Leisure.
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."
Sofitel Bora Bora Private Island
BP 516, 98730, French Polynesia
From $0/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Lonely Planet
"You’ll be hard-pressed to find a mellower spot to maroon yourself for a languid holiday." Full review
Jetsetter
"From overwater bungalows to unbeatable snorkelling, this private island resort distills the best of idyllic Bora Bora." Full review
Gayot
"The pinnacle of privacy in a South Pacific paradise."
Oyster
Luxury
"This luxurious Sofitel is situated on a stunning private island off Bora Bora, offering gorgeous views of the reef and mainland from multiple vantage points." Full review