Le Meridien Bora BoravsThe Brando
Both properties are rated very highly by reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Le Meridien Bora Bora is preferred by most reviewers compared to The Brando. Le Meridien Bora Bora scores 82 with endorsements from 5 publications including Condé Nast Traveler, Travel + Leisure and Gayot.
Le Meridien Bora Bora
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Gayot
Oyster
Motu Tape, BP 190, 98730, French Polynesia
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Lonely Planet "The vast glass floors in the overwater bungalows are mesmerising, the boat-shaped bar is fabulous and the infinity-edge pool is adorable." Full review
Travel + Leisure "In full view of mystical Mount Otemanu, this photogenic Bora Bora resort near the northern tip of Motu Pitiaau caters to families by offering free snorkeling equipment, canoes, and windsurfing boards." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "Beach villas have direct access to the interior lagoon for snorkeling and swimming in the resort’s turtle sanctuary." Full review
Gayot "Contemporary design and lagoon views create a serene setting at this island resort."
OysterLuxury
"When it opened in the late '90s, Le Meridien Bora Bora was the first luxury hotel of its kind in the area." Full review
The Brando Oyster
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The Points Guy Lonely Planet
98708, French Polynesia
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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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