The Resort
The Brando is one of the most luxurious, well-appointed resorts in French Polynesia. Its uniquely located on the breathtaking atoll of Tetiaroa, the exclusive retreat of Tahitian royalty for centuries. Sitting on one of the 12 motus that comprise the private island of Tetiaroa and surrounded by a three-mile wide sparkling lagoon, the Brando features 35 secluded villas with private pools and three restaurants offering Polynesian-inspired dishes, East/West fusion, and classic French cuisine.
The Brando additionally boasts a serene spa, an organic garden where fruits and vegetables for the resort’s restaurants are grown and sourced, a lagoon view bar located on the second floor with private tree-top seating areas that can be reached on walkways through the palm canopy, a casual and relaxed beach bar near the large infinity pool, a tennis court, a library, boutiques, and more.
Why You’ll Love It
- You will love the private and luxurious villas, breathtaking views, and exotic flora and fauna. And since The Brando is an all-inclusive resort, you’ll love never having to take out your wallet.
TTP Recommends
- Feeling outdoorsy? The Brando offers complimentary “Biologist of the Day” excursions led by naturalist guides. On these excursions, you can choose to explore the rare biodiversity of Tetiaroa, including the birds of Tetiaroa, the coral reef of Tetiaroa, or the green sea turtles of Tetiaroa.
- Want to learn what authentic Polynesian culture is all about? The Brando offers complimentary Polynesian dance lessons, Polynesian music lessons, Polynesian handicraft lessons, pareu dying, and so much more!
- Feeling romantic? The Brando offers private picnics on secluded motus and private romantic dinners on the beach.
What You Should Know
Tetiaroa is a private island, and The Brando is the exclusive lodging accommodation on this paradise. Because space is limited, we strongly suggest that you book early.
Furthermore, all stays at The Brando include meals in all dining venues, most beverages (bottled water, soft drinks, beer, and select wines, Champagne, and spirits), 24-hour room service, 1 excursion per person per day, 1 spa treatment for 1 person per villa per day, laundry service, internet access, a bicycle for each guest, and access to canoes, kayaks, and paddleboards, and snorkeling equipment.
The Brando offers 35 over-sand villas in several categories including one-, two-, and three-bedroom villas. Each has been designed to reflect Polynesia lifestyle and culture. The air-conditioned villas feature a private outdoor eating space, a private beach area, a pool, a media room, and Wi-Fi internet access.
1 Bedroom Villa (30 Villas – 1033 sq. ft)
The 1 Bedroom Villa has been meticulously crafted to enhance the serenity of your surroundings, so you’ll feel as though indoor and outdoor have blended. The cozy sitting room is furnished with soft, comfortable chairs and sofas and opens on the terrace with your private pool and beach located steps away. A media room offers music and movies. A spacious bedroom with one king-size bed is adjoined by a walkthrough dressing area. The connecting bathroom is equipped with an open-air bathtub, set behind a wooden screen. Wi-Fi internet access is available throughout the villa.
Max Occupancy: 2 Adults + 2 Children
2 Bedroom Villa (4 Villas – 1808 sq. ft)
The 2 Bedroom Villa possesses all the appointments of the one-bedroom villa plus other incorporated accoutrements. A large, airy inside features Bluetooth connectivity and a television. The living area also provides you with a private dining area with seating for six, a kitchen, and a wide entryway onto a spacious, two-tiered deck. The second bedroom is located above the first, and both bedrooms have independent access and feature a private dressing area and an outdoor bathtub. Your sense of dimension and seclusion extends to your private yard with its larger deck area and plunge pool.
Max Occupancy: 4 Adults
3 Bedroom Villa (1 Villa – 2648 sq. ft)
The 3 Bedroom Villa can accommodate a group of friends or larger family and has all the features of the two-bedroom villa but on a larger scale. The third bedroom is separated from the main villa by a walkway and includes its own dressing room, bathroom, and outdoor bathtub. The outdoor space furnishings have also been upgraded and include an expanded deck and pool.
Max Occupancy: 6 Adults
Residence Teremoana (1 Residence – 3003 sq. ft)
The Residence Teremoana is a three-bedroom Polynesian style beach front residence that offers approximately 6,000 square feet of living area; half consisting of enclosed air-conditioned space and half consisting of outside decking and pool area. It has been constructed with luxurious indoor and outdoor living spaces and multiple dining and entertainment areas.
Max Occupancy: 7 Adults or 6 Adults + 2 Children
Comfort and Entertainment
- Award-winning cuisine of Guy Martin of the Michelin two star restaurant Le Grand Véfour in Paris
- A luxurious spa and wellness center
- An organic garden where fruits and vegetables for the resort’s restaurants are grown
- A lagoon-view bar in the canopy of the palm trees
- A beach bar near a large infinity pool
- Tennis court
- Concierge and Library
- Boutiques
- Bicycle for each guest
- Snorkeling in the coral gardens and entire lagoon
- Paddle boarding (lessons available)
- Exploration of the lagoon by kayak or Polynesian outrigger canoe (va’a)
- Exploration of Motu Onetahi on a naturalist trail
- Naturalist guided tours
- Scuba lessons in the lagoon and open ocean scuba diving outside the reef
- Gym, aqua gym, fitness and stretching lessons
- Youth area
Long Stay
- 15% discount when you stay at least 4 nights
- 20% discount when you stay at least 5 nights
- 25% discount when you stay at least 6 nights
Conditions
- Available year round except during Festive Season
- Not applicable to Royal Pool Overwater Villa or Presidential Overwater Villa
*Specials are subject to change without notice. Your Tahiti Travel Planners travel specialist has the most current list of all specials (including any flash sales or unpublished specials, if applicable).
Vacation Packages Featuring This Resort
- Bora Bora and The Brando Resort Ultimate Honeymoon Tahiti Travel Planners 2019-12-05T04:50:49+00:00
Begin your luxury honeymoon with five nights at the legendary St Regis Bora Bora Resort, admiring the blue lagoons from your overwater bungalow. Then, be whisked away to a private island where you’ll spend two nights at the exclusive Brando Resort in a secluded villa with your own private beach and pool. Gallery
- Bora Bora and The Brando Resort Ultimate Honeymoon Tahiti Travel Planners 2019-12-05T04:50:49+00:00Begin your luxury honeymoon with five nights at the legendary St Regis Bora Bora Resort, admiring the blue lagoons from your overwater bungalow. Then, be whisked away to a private island where you’ll spend two nights at the exclusive Brando Resort in a secluded villa with your own private beach and pool. Gallery