The Westin Bora Bora Resort & Spa is the newest hotel to open in the Islands of Tahiti, with the highest number of overwater bungalows in Bora Bora.
The resort, which opened last month, overlooks Mount Otemanu and features 128 overwater bungalows, 14 beach villas, six bars and restaurants, a saltwater swimming pool with a swim-up bar, a private beach, a Heavenly Spa by Westin, and a fitness studio.
The property was formerly Le Méridien Bora Bora, a Marriott International hotel, and has undergone an extensive renovation and rebrand to The Westin – remaining within the Marriott International hotel stable of brands.
The Eco Centre and its turtle sanctuary, which opened in 2000, is still on site. Resident marine biologists teach guests about the marine life of The Islands of Tahiti.
About the resort
There’s a total of 142 rooms that span 13 categories.
The overwater bungalows feature lagoon, island and/or Otemanu views; and are either one or two-bedrooms, with optional private plunge pool; and private terrace with direct access to the lagoon, dining area and loungers.
Aside from its public restaurants, guests can also dine in a private setting at ‘Manahere’ which translates to ‘power of love’ in Tahitian. The overwater venue can be booked for private events and romantic dinners.
Guest activities can include palm weaving, flower crowns and shell crafts; sunrise running, paddle yoga and Tibetan sound healing therapy; use of kayaks, paddle boards and snorkelling gear; and rum and wine tastings.
Excursions nearby can be arranged to explore Bora Bora by helicopter, skydiving, deep sea fishing, private boat cruises, scuba diving, quad biking, hiking and more.
The resort is reached by boarding a 50-minute flight from Papeete to Bora Bora, then via a 20-minute boat ride.
In news for the destination, the Islands of Tahiti will be hosting their annual roadshow in Australia and New Zealand this week in Sydney, Brisbane and Auckland.
In July this year, Tahiti Tourisme launched a new global campaign titled Feel What We Feel Here, as well as upgrading its website to make it easier for travellers to connect with specialist Tahiti travel advisors.
For more information, visit marriott.com
