Starwood in the South Pacific

 

The Starwood Hotels & Resorts portfolio spans 100 countries including these three gems in Tahiti and Bora Bora.

 

 

St. Regis Bora Bora 

Reaching out across 44 acres of lush landscaping, edged by powdery white sands and a crystalline lagoon with the majesty of Mount Otemanu for iconic backdrop, e St. Regis Bora Bora Resort represents the epitome of carefree elegance. Showcases for the warm glow of exotic woods accented by handcrafted Polynesian art, its 89 villas are gracefully designed to embrace indulgent island living, whether in the spacious comfort of the largest overwater accommodations in the South Seas, or the tranquil seclusion of stunning beach retreats.

 

While many claim Bora Bora to be the most beautiful island in the world, it is indisputably one of the most romantic. And with the addition of The St. Regis Bora Bora Resort it is also becoming known as an enticing retreat for the whole family. With a lagoon that’s an artist’s palette of blues and greens, and lush tropical slopes and valleys covered with hibiscus and palms, Bora Bora is love at first sight for people of all ages.

 

One not to be missed experience is the exhilaration of world-class snorkeling in the private lagoon at The St. Regis Bora Bora Resort. And surely your customers to be seduced by our undeniably romantic, adults-only Oasis Pool with secluded private cabanas and recommend they take in sunset views at our beach side bar—Aparima. Outside of The St. Regis Bora Bora Resort, guests may enjoy jet skiing, jeep safaris, shark & ray feeding, sailing, diving, hiking & sunset cocktail cruises.

 

Located on its own private island in the resort’s lagoonarium, the 13,000-square-foot Miri Miri Spa by Clarins boasts breathtaking views of Mount Otemanu from its beach. Polynesian, Asian, and Clarins Touch treatments are provided in five decadent private rooms. The spa also comprises ladies’ and gentlemen’s changing areas, featuring saunas, steam rooms, and whirlpools, as well as a shared relaxing room.

 

Le Meridien Bora Bora 

Bora Bora is a small island thick with coconut forests and colorful villages and surrounded by miles of fine, white sandy beaches and crystal clear, turquoise water as far as the eye can see.

 

One of the most original and intriguing hotel complexes on the island, Le Méridien Bora Bora is located on the southern point of Motu Piti Aau, a 10-kilometer-long islet on a coral reef. The resort offers unsurpassed views of world-renowned Mount Otemanu – at 725 meters, it is the island’s highest point. We are also just 20 minutes by private launch from the airport and five minutes by boat from the main island.

 

Le Méridien Bora Bora is a Polynesian paradise offering extraordinary views of the island and overlooking Mount Otemanu as well as the Bora Bora lagoon. Situated on one of the finest beaches in the South Pacific, the resort is an ideal retreat for anyone seeking exclusive and ultimate privacy. There are no roads and no traffic – just peace, tranquility, and eye-catching tropical beauty.

 

There is also a wide selection of activities available at the resort. The following are provided free of charge: two infinity swimming pools, snorkeling equipment (fins, masks), kayak/outrigger canoes, pedal boats, ping pong, billiards, beach volleyball, stand-up paddleboards, and shuttle service to Anau. Our many children’s activities include a playground, kid-sized windsurf boards, and snorkeling equipment for children ages 2 and older.

 

Le Méridien Bora Bora also offers the Turtle Sanctuary, a unique opportunity to meet, greet, and learn about marine turtles in their natural environment. Your customers will observe their behavior and learn how they are cared for. We actively participate in the protection of sea turtles, including green turtles. A special program has been implemented to ensure a lively and successful future for the turtles in the ocean.

 

In co-ordination with Bora Bora’s Ministry and the Delegation of the Environment, a team is devoted to the care of the marine turtle at the resort. This care center, located in the heart of the resort, is unique in French Polynesia.

 

The Kaïnalu Canoe Club is also unique to Le Méridien Bora Bora, which is the first hotel to reintroduce this traditional French Polynesia boat. Guests can experience excursions on traditional sailing Polynesian canoes, enjoy a wave-tossed journey to the rhythm of the wind, and discover the most beautiful lagoon in the world. Take a ride in a traditional dugout canoe, and experience the heritage of Polynesian tradition.

 

For a fee, guests can enjoy an abundance of other activities, including jet-skiing, a catamaran cruise, a lagoonarium, parasailing, water-skiing, shark and ray feeding, deep-sea fishing, an aqua safari, and more. For an ultimate moment of relaxation, pamper yourself at the Wellness Centre with a menu of therapeutic body treatments, massages, and feet and hand treatments.

 

Le Meridien Tahiti

Le Méridien Tahiti is located in close proximity to many of Tahiti’s most popular attractions, with excursions available directly from the resort to the Caves of Maraa, Gauguin Museum, and the Seashell Museum. A broad range of activities are also available such as hiking and horseback excursions, safaris to the heart of the island, waterfall and canyon adventures, trips on the lagoon, and guided tours of cultural sites.

 

Papeete, the capital of Tahiti, offers visitors numerous treasures including: a colorful market, art and history museums, botanical and flower gardens, animated nightlife, and cultural exhibitions.

 

Le Méridien Tahiti’s Garden-View and Lagoon-View Rooms are very spacious (approximately 47.6 square meters) and look directly over the blue lagoon of Tahiti. Each features a terrace, creating the ideal place to read or take in the sunset. Decorated in vivid primary colors, Polynesian furnishings, natural materials and local designs, all guest rooms are available with a queen-size bed or two single beds, as well as air-conditioning, direct dial phone, safe, satellite television, Internet access, minibar, and coffee and tea amenities. The bathrooms feature a separate bathtub and walk-in shower.

 

The 12 Polynesian-style Bungalows stretch out into the lagoon and are perched right over the water. Each bungalow has a large deck for whiling away the hours over the lagoon. The over-water bungalows are very spacious (approximately 56 square meters) with a separate dressing area, and have air-conditioning, safe, satellite television, mini-bar, tea/coffee amenities, and an iron and ironing board. While it is not possible to add an extra bed to these rooms, a convertible sofa can be used for a third adult or a child. Experience a fresh approach at this Le Méridien – completely smoke-free guest rooms.

 

There’s a vibrant international arts scene taking shape at Le Méridien Tahiti. L’Atelier, a new onsite art space, features contemporary artists from across French Polynesia and around the world. Unlike most galleries, L’Atelier draws creative guests with exhibitions as well as with artists themselves. Located near the lagoon, L’Atelier is an inviting setting for lectures, art workshops, and openings where guests will find fresh opportunities to peruse contemporary art, as well as to learn techniques and be inspired by artists while creating their own original works.