The InterContinental Bora Bora Resort & Thalasso Spa is a landmark of environmental innovation and island elegance. While many travel sites categorize this as a standard luxury hotel, Private Islands Online recognizes it as a sophisticated, self-contained ecosystem. Occupying a prime position on Motu Piti Aau—the "Islet of Two Hearts"—the resort is entirely separated from the mainland, providing that essential sense of private island autonomy. It is world-renowned not only for its iconic views but for its pioneering spirit, being the first resort globally to utilize deep-sea water for both its revolutionary cooling system and its world-class spa treatments.
Accommodations The resort’s 84 villas are icons of overwater living, all featuring glass-bottom floor panels and direct lagoon access. Guests can choose from standard Overwater Villas (95 sq. m) with varying views of the beach, lagoon, or the mountain. For those seeking the pinnacle of island luxury, the Teremoana Pool Villas offer up to 322 sq. m of space and private infinity pools at the end of the pier, providing an ultra-private "resort-within-a-resort" experience.
Amenities & Inclusions As private island specialists, we highlight the deep-sea integration that defines the guest experience. The resort functions as a premier wellness destination with infrastructure rarely seen in remote island settings:
Deep Ocean Spa: A 4,000-sq.-m. facility using nutrient-rich water drawn from 3,000 feet below the Pacific, featuring overwater treatment rooms with glass floors.
Culinary Excellence: Three distinct venues including Le Corail, home to the largest wine cellar in French Polynesia, and the open-air Reef Restaurant for fine Mediterranean-Polynesian fusion.
The Lagoonarium: A protected onsite marine sanctuary where guests can engage in coral grafting and naturalist-led snorkeling among 200 species of tropical fish.
Activities: Complimentary use of kayaks, paddleboards, and outrigger canoes, alongside a 24-hour fitness center, tennis courts, and a PADI dive center.
How Private Is This Island? Access is strictly by boat, ensuring the "motu life" remains undisturbed by outside traffic. While the property offers the scale of a world-class resort, the layout of the overwater pontoons is designed to maximize visual privacy, with villas angled toward the open horizon. Our specialized knowledge ensures your stay on Motu Piti Aau is characterized by the quiet, unscripted luxury that only a true island retreat can provide.
