Best Overwater Bungalows in Bora Bora
Here's our pick of the best overwater bungalows (OWB) at each of the luxury Bora Bora Resorts.
St Regis Resort
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The St Regis Resort is where the movie 'Couples Retreat' was filmed.
Best OWB: Royal Overwater Villa
- plunge pool
- decadent furnishings
- largest over water bungalows in Bora Bora
- 2 bedrooms
- Large tub in the bathroom
Why we like the St Regis:
The Four Seasons Bora Bora
Best OWB: Otemanu Over-Water Bungalow Suite with Plunge Pool
What makes it so special?
- Large living area
- Large Deck
- Beautiful plunge pool next to the lagoon
- Opulent furnishings
- Glass panels throughout the bungalow
Why we like the Four Seasons Resort:
- Newest Bora Bora resort
- Organised kids club
- over water yoga platform
- raked beaches
- magnificent spa
- The pool and cabanas are out of this world
Four Seasons Overwater Bungalows © Ty SawyerIntercontinental Thalasso
Best OWB: Diamond Otemanu Overwater Villas
Deep Ocean Spa
This unique spa offers health benefits from mineral-rich water drawn from more than 800 meters under the sea. There is a deep chiller walk, steam chamber, deep seas plunge, swim spa and jacuzzi with magnificent views to the mountain. It really is a spa unlike any other I have seen!
What makes them so special?
- Outstanding view to Mt Otemanu
- Located in the most turquoise part of the lagoon
Why we like the Intercontinental Thalasso?
- The unique Deep Ocean spa
- Elegant resort with a lovely layout along the beach
- Over water chapel with view to Mt Otemanu
- In contrast to its sister resort, Le Moana, the Thalasso's style is chic modern elegance with a touch of paradise.
Hilton Nui Resort
Best OWB: Presidential Overwater Villas
- The only two story over water bungalows in Bora Bora
- Sauna, whirlpool, plunge pool
- Sunset views
- Good snorkelling right near the villa
- Large decks
Why we like the Hilton?
- Short boat transfer to the main town of Vaitape
- Good snorkelling around the resort
- Million dollar view massage area
- Hilltop Chapel
- Black volcanic rock next to the white sand beach
Le Meridien Bora Bora
Best OWB: Premium Overwater Bungalow
What makes them so special?
- Large glass floor area
- Modern decor
- Set over the most 'turquoise' part of the lagoon
Why we like the Le Meridien resort?
- There is a turtle sanctuary on site
- Large 'inner lagoon'
- Enjoy watching colourful fish swim around the lagoon from your table at the waterside restaurant
Sofitel Private Island Bora Bora
Best OWB: Island Luxury Overwater Bungalow
What makes them so special?
- Dramatic views to Mt Otemanu
- Wooden interiors with Polynesian touches like mother of pearl and tiki carvings
Why we like the Sofitel Private Island Resort?
- Located next the best snorkeling spot in Bora Bora
- Enjoy the privacy of a Motu location with easy and quick access (5 minutes!) to the mainland via the shuttle to the Sofitel Marara Beach.
- Beautiful wooden pathways to a lookout that gives you 360 degree views of Bora Bora, the lagoon and Mt Otemanu.
- The most magnificent location for the most romantic lunch of your life!
- Polynesian cultural events throughout the week.
- Only 20 bungalows on the island
Pearl Beach Resort
Best OWB: Otemanu Premium Overwater Bungalows
What makes them so special?
- Amazing Mt Otemanu views
- Polynesian decor and furnishings
- Set over a shallow part of the lagoon so it is relaxing to swim
Why we like the Pearl Beach Resort?
- Beautiful gardens around the resort
- Their Spa
- Hammocks dotted along the beach between palm trees
Intercontinental Le Moana
Best OWB: White Overwater Villa
What makes them so special?
- Uninterrupted horizon views
- All-white romantic decor
- Located furthest out on the lagoon for privacy
- Glass top coffee table that you can feed the tropical fish through
Why we love the Le Moana?
One of the first International hotels on the island, the Le Moana has a genuine Polynesian feel to it.
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