InterContinental Bora Bora Le Moana Resort stands on Matira Point, the southern tip of the main island, which is home to the best-known public beach in Bora Bora. Unlike the private-motu resorts, this one sits on the main island itself, so guests can reach restaurants, shops and the village by road, and the whole experience is a little more flexible and a little less costly than a motu retreat. Overwater bungalows and beach bungalows face the lagoon and the silhouette of Mount Otemanu, and the resort offers the pool, dining and activities that you expect from a well-run international brand. It suits couples who want the overwater experience without full motu isolation, as well as travelers who like the option of strolling to the beach, grabbing a casual lunch at a local snack stand or renting a bike for a loop of the island.
Accommodations include overwater bungalows, beach bungalows and garden-style rooms, and prices rise with proximity to the water. Overwater categories typically come with private decks, ladders into the lagoon and glass floor sections, while beach bungalows give direct access to the sand. Room features differ between categories, so check what is included and request the view you prefer when you book.
The location is a true advantage. Matira Beach is a long, soft strip of white sand with shallow, clear water that is excellent for swimming and easy snorkeling, and it is open to the public, which means you can enjoy a more casual beach scene than at a private resort.
Evenings often bring spectacular sunsets, and a short walk or ride leads to local restaurants, small shops and a lively beachside bar scene. Access to the main island road also lets you arrange a circle-island tour, visit viewpoints and see historic sites without long boat rides.
The resort itself offers a pool, restaurants, bars, a spa and a program of lagoon activities. Dining covers casual daytime meals, seafood-focused dinners and evening cocktails, and the setting is relaxed rather than formal. Because food prices across French Polynesia are high, many guests combine a few resort dinners with meals at nearby local spots; ask about meal plans if you prefer a predictable budget.
Transfers are straightforward. Bora Bora airport sits on its own motu, and arriving guests take a boat to the main island and a short transfer to the resort. Check arrival logistics and timing when you book, and leave a buffer before flights, since boat and weather schedules can shift.
Practical tips
Book early for the dry season, roughly May to October, when the weather is sunniest and the lagoon is at its brightest. Bring reef-safe sunscreen, a rash guard and water shoes. Ask whether any activities, such as non-motorized water sports, are included, and allow time for a lagoon excursion to see rays, reef fish and the outer motus. A relaxed, mid-sized resort like this works well for travelers who want convenience and atmosphere in equal measure.
Why stay here
- ✓Overwater bungalows
- ✓Beach bungalows
- ✓Matira Beach access
- ✓Pool
- ✓Restaurants and bars
- ✓Spa services
- ✓Lagoon activities
- ✓Main island location
Good questions
Is it on the main island?+
Yes, it sits at Matira Point on the main island, so roads and local restaurants are nearby.
Is Matira Beach close?+
Yes, the resort is beside Matira Beach, which is open to the public.
Does it have overwater bungalows?+
Yes, with beach bungalows as well; check the room type when you book.
