The BrandovsFour Seasons Resort Bora Bora
Both Four Seasons Resort Bora Bora and The Brando are recommended by expert reviewers. On balance, Four Seasons Resort Bora Bora scores significantly better than The Brando. Four Seasons Resort Bora Bora comes in at 90 with accolades from 8 publications like Lonely Planet, Hideaway Report and Travel + Leisure.
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98708, French Polynesia
From $0/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
OysterLuxury
"The Brando is one of the world's most exclusive private island retreats." Full review
Hideaway Report97.0
"Exceptionally glamorous resort on the private island of Tetiaroa once owned by Marlon Brando, a 20-minute flight from Papeete." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "What's the deal here?The Brando is a remote, ultra-polished island hideaway with smart eco-credentials—a love song to the South Pacific.Set the scene for us.The palest and most..." Full review
Afar Magazine "Encompassing 35 private villas on the Motu Onetahi coast of Marlon Brando's very own French Polynesian island, Tetiaroa, the Brando is one of the most luxurious places to stay in the..."
CNN "If you're after an over-the-top, bucket-list splurge, you can't beat The Brando, Marlon Brando's ultraluxurious private island resort on Tetiaroa, 30 miles north of Tahiti. The far-flung..."
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"This French Polynesian celebrity destination has its own island and is entirely eco-sustainable. President Obama came here to work on his book deal shortly after leaving the White House...."
"An eco-friendly, cooler-than-cool spot on the tiny French Polynesian island of Tetiaroa. Today, The Brando occupies the whole island. The one-bedroom villa was perfect for my friend and..."
Lonely Planet "Or treat yourself to a few nights at The Brando, the eco-chic resort on late actor Marlon Brando's private island. With just 35 bungalows, this secluded retreat is ideal for recharging..."
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Motu Tehotu BP 547, 98730, French Polynesia
From $825/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Lonely Planet "The stadium-sized overwater bungalows are some of the most impressive in French Polynesia – each with its own sizeable pool on an enclosed deck overlooking the sea." Full review
Travel + Leisure World's Best Hotels
"Although overwater bungalows are the most enticing lodgings at the Four Seasons, the hotel has 107 different rooms scattered along the beachside and lagoon of its private motu (small islet)." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler96.8
"Sunrise views over the Pacific and sunsets over the lagoon and Mount Otemanu make this "the most beautiful place on earth."" Full review
Gayot "Luxury accommodations in the paradise of Bora Bora."
Tablet "To be honest, most of the work in describing this place is done by the name alone. Say it out loud and see if it doesn’t put a picture in your head: Four Seasons Bora Bora. You’ve got the..." Full review
The Telegraph9.0
"This is a family-friendly, five-star resort from a top-class brand that delivers the Bora Bora dream." Full review
OysterLuxury
"The five-pearl Four Seasons Resort Bora Bora has broad appeal for all types of luxury travelers." Full review
Jetsetter "Barefoot luxury marrying Polynesian traditions with mod-cons and impeccable service, a blissed-out spa and marine life sanctuary." Full review
Hideaway Report93.0
"Luxury resort on its own motu (islet) and surrounded by coconut palms." Full review
Michelin Guide 2 Stars
"You’ve got the good life, on an idyllic blue lagoon in French Polynesia, and you’ve got the kind of thoughtful luxury and highly trained service " Full review
