The Westin Bora Bora Resort & Spa is now open, emerging as the newest retreat in Bora Bora. Having recently completed an extensive property-wide renovation and rebrand, the resort is set at the base of Mount Otemanu, comprising the largest collection of overwater bungalows in Bora Bora, alongside expansive beachside villas.
Guests will be treated to a host of amenities, including what the resort calls the largest swimming pool in Bora Bora—an infinity pool, bordered by six cabanas facing the beach, a swim-up pool bar and waterfall cascading from the second floor into the pool—as well as a private lagoon, diverse culinary experiences, and locally inspired wellness offerings. At the Eco Center Bora Bora, the resort will support the mission of protecting sea turtles and marine ecosystems.
The Westin Bora Bora Resort & Spa has 128 overwater bungalows, many of which include their own private plunge pools and all of which offer expansive views of the lagoon, island or Mount Otemanu. Each overwater bungalow has been positioned to avoid direct sightlines, ensuring total privacy and a unique and memorable view for each guest. The resort also offers 14 family-friendly beach bungalows overlooking the lagoon. Every room also includes the signature Westin Heavenly Bed, Sleep Well Lavender Balm soothing bedside amenity and Westin Sleep Well Menu, a curated selection of sleep-enhancing superfoods to be enjoyed in-room.
There are six distinct dining concepts, offering a range of cuisine and unique experiences—from a locally sourced fine dining restaurant to a laid-back beachside eatery. Tipanier is an all-day French Polynesian bistro, offering a breakfast buffet in the morning and lunch and dinner options. Maere is the resort’s signature restaurant. Its ever-changing menu uses only the freshest local ingredients and is complemented by an extensive selection of wine. For beachfront fine dining, there is Varavara, offering steaks, seafood and lighter fare coupled with bright and refreshing cocktails. Honu Tiki is the beach bar, offering frozen drinks, nibbles and light snacks, all served by the beach crew. At Te Ava, guests can savor a range of vibrant dishes from the menu while admiring the beautiful panorama of Bora Bora Island. Lastly, ‘O’a Bar is the outdoor lobby-lounge bar, which offers signature craft cocktails, where guests can take in spectacular sunsets with a view of Mt. Otemanu while enjoying live music.
The Heavenly Spa offers treatments inspired by Polynesian wellness traditions and natural settings, as well as Asian-inspired and holistic therapies. The spa focuses on natural and organic products with locally sourced ingredients. Their primary facial care partner Phytoceane, a local brand rooted in the benefits of natural resources, offers pure, effective ingredients for well-being treatments. For those seeking wellness, the resort has WestinWORKOUT Fitness Studio and the Heavenly Spa by Westin. Guests can enjoy a wide array of gym equipment including cardiovascular machines such as treadmills, ellipticals, exercise bikes and rowing machines. For strength training, the studio provides free weights, weight machines, and mats with balance balls. Beyond the equipment, the studio also offers a selection of fitness classes like yoga, Pilates, and even Tahitian dance, catering to diverse fitness preferences.
Guests can fully immerse themselves in Bora Bora's beauty and culture through a range of activities. On the water, they can explore the lagoon by stand-up paddle board or kayak. On land, options abound from beach volleyball and Hydrofoil bikes to yoga, water yoga, Pilates and paddle yoga sessions. The WestinWORKOUT Routes, in collaboration with Strava, provide scenic running routes around the property, making it easy to stay active while exploring the destination. In addition, guests can dive into the cultural traditions of Bora Bora through local crafts and workshops and learn the art of coconut palm weaving, create shell crafts or participate in a flower crown weaving session. Guests can also experience the culture of the island with the resort’s weekly Polynesian evening complete with a buffet dinner and dances, or by taking a Tahitian dance class to learn the traditional movements of the region. For those looking to explore beyond the resort, snorkeling, scuba diving and deep-sea fishing excursions offer further adventures off-property.
The Westin Bora Bora Resort & Spa shows its commitment to ecological sustainability through its Eco Center Bora Bora. Originally established in 2000 in collaboration with the Direction of the Environment (DIREN) of French Polynesia, the revamped center will focus on the protection and conservation of sea turtle species, developing sustainable management of ecology in French Polynesia and educating and raising awareness among locals and travelers alike with a variety of immersive and educational experiences for guests. Guests can learn about the protection and conservation of sea turtles in French Polynesia with a guided tour, slideshow and observation of the turtle feeding. For a more interactive, hands-on experience, guests can help prepare meals for the Eco Center’s residents; assist caretakers as they observe and provide care to the turtles; or spend an entire day with the Eco Center Bora Bora team, engaging in food preparation, tank cleaning, public presentations, care, and observation.
For more information, visit https://www.westinborabora.com.
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