Four Seasons Resort Bora Bora occupies Motu Tehotu, a private islet along the outer reef, so the famous view of Mount Otemanu is across the full width of the lagoon. Accommodation is built around overwater bungalow suites, from one-bedroom suites with beach or lagoon views to the Otemanu suite with a plunge pool and the two-bedroom Poerava suite, with beachfront villa estates for those who want land and a private pool. Guests reach the resort by boat from the airport. Facilities include a private beach, a wave-shaped infinity pool with cabanas, an overwater spa, an open-air fitness center, tennis courts, kayaks and paddleboards. Dining runs across four restaurants, from Mediterranean to Asian with sunset views over the water. A marine biologist on site leads snorkeling in the inner lagoon, and a children's club keeps families busy. For many travelers this is the definitive Bora Bora honeymoon or milestone-trip resort.
Location and getting around
The resort sits on its own motu on the outer reef, across the lagoon from the main island's coast road, so you will use boats for everything. Airport transfers by boat are part of the stay, and an on-site activity desk arranges jet ski tours, sunset cruises, private motu dinners and snorkel safaris for guests who want to go beyond the resort.
Staying here is a decision to be on the water, so budget for transfers and excursions as part of the trip. The distance from the main island is the price of the view, and most guests treat it as a feature.
The rooms and the experience
The overwater suites are the heart of the property, with private decks that step down into the lagoon, and the plunge-pool categories add privacy for couples. The beach villas suit families and groups, with more space and direct access to the sand. Service follows the Four Seasons standard. Rates sit at the very top of the market and rise at peak periods, so it works best for a once-in-a-lifetime stay, a honeymoon or a milestone celebration.
Good to know
A breakfast buffet is served daily, and your rate may or may not include it, so check at booking. Resorts of this kind schedule maintenance work from time to time, so ask about the pool and any works when you reserve if they matter to you. Pets are not allowed, except service animals.
Because the resort is remote, dinner options are limited to the four restaurants unless you take a boat, so consider a half-board arrangement if you plan quiet evenings. Bring reef-safe sunscreen and an underwater camera, and book spa treatments and private dinners before you arrive. For a calmer, cheaper way to enjoy the same lagoon, stay near Matira and visit by day.
Why stay here
- ✓Overwater bungalow suites
- ✓Beachfront villa estates
- ✓Plunge-pool suites
- ✓Wave-shaped infinity pool
- ✓Te Mahana overwater spa
- ✓Four on-site restaurants
- ✓Marine biologist snorkel guide
- ✓Boat transfer from airport
Good questions
How do you get to Four Seasons Bora Bora?+
The resort is on Motu Tehotu and is reached by boat from the Bora Bora airport, so arrival by water is part of the experience. Confirm transfer times with the resort before you fly.
Is the pool always open?+
Resorts of this kind occasionally close facilities for maintenance. Ask the resort about the pool and any works when you reserve, especially if the pool is a priority for your stay.
Is it good for families?+
Yes, beachfront villas and a children's club suit families, while the overwater suites suit couples. Rates are at the top of the market, so plan a budget carefully.
