Four Seasons Resort Bora Bora

Motu Piti Aau island is a slender strip bordered on one side by Bora Bora’s turquoise lagoon and the South Pacific on the other.

Reaching out into the lagoon are four walkways linking The InterContinental Bora Bora Resort & Thalasso Spa’s 80 overwater villas. Each feature a spacious furnished sundeck with outdoor freshwater shower, a shaded area and a sundeck with direct access to the water outside – some also have their own pool – while indoors you’ll find a comfortable bedroom and living room complete with glass-bottomed coffee table that acts as a window to the lagoon and the fish below. Design is in a sleek, contemporary island style, with touches of traditional Polynesian design alongside the latest in-room technology. Perched at the end each walkway there is an exclusive Brando Suite, situated for the utmost privacy and best views of Mt. Otemanu.

On dry land, find the resort’s numerous facilities including three restaurants serving cuisine ranging from authentic local dishes and beach barbecues to fine French dining, a collection of bars and the Deep Ocean Spa, the first seawater therapy spa in French Polynesia.Perfectly placed to experience the best of Bora Bora, you have the chance to explore both the island’s landscapes and its indigenous culture, with plenty of activities and excursions to choose from land and sea.

Located on the picture-perfect island of Bora Bora, the St. Regis sits within 44 acres of lush, tropical grounds in the shadow of the iconic Mount Otemanu.

The resort consists of 89 villas, some of which are nestled in the gardens or along the beach, and others which are perched over the sparkling waters of the South Pacific. Some of the garden and beach villas have their own private pools while the overwater villas feature separate dining gazebos so you can enjoy views of the lagoon while you eat. There is also a two-bedroom villa perfect for families and an estate that sleeps nine.

The Lagoon Restaurant is St. Regis’ signature restaurant, offering a fusion of French and Asian cuisine with lots of fresh seafood and creative flavour combinations. Mount Otemanu is framed by the large windows, and there are long glass panels on the floor through which you can see the black-tip sharks who live beneath the restaurant. The overwater terrace is the perfect place for a sunset drink. There is also a sushi and sake restaurant, Far Niente Ristorante offering Italian cuisine and fine wines, and Te Pahu restaurant where you can enjoy traditional Polynesian dancing and music.

The resort has its own Lagoonarium, a protected underwater sanctuary filled with marine life. Sat on its own island in the middle of the Lagoonarium is the spa, a tranquil haven where guests can relax and unwind with a treatment. There are two swimming pool, fitness centre, tennis court and bikes for hire for those that wish to explore the island.