Sofitel Bora Bora Private Island
Bp 516, 98730 French Polynesia
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Temporarily Closed - Overlooking one of the most beautiful lagoons in the world, Sofitel Bora Bora Private Island is located in the heart of the exceptional Matira Bay, nestled on a private islet facing the main island of Bora Bora. A secret hideaway where you can enjoy a peaceful and romantic retreat, regenerate yourself and savour the exquisite feeling of being at home on your own private island. This boutique hotel is emphasizing privacy and intimacy to create a unique experience in the heart of native vegetation surrounded by turquoise water and beautiful coral gardens.
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Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
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Air conditioning
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Stayed here in november 2019. The welcome was great, with coconut, music and perceft view. Staff was really helpful and friendly, loved them all. Room in the "treehouse" was perfect. We had our private cabin. It was a bit outdated but really comfortable, clean and well equiped, water, coffee, tea, beer and soft drink included. Terrace was amazing with a stunning view. Bathroom was very good too. Housekeeping was everyday and perfect. This resort is on private island with an amazing viewpoint, with many possibilities to sit and enjoying the stunning view on the ocean, Bora Bora island, lagoons... Boat can bring you to the main island and back with no charge. The only thing we missed was a real beach :( Of course you have possibility to swim, but no breathtaking place with white sand and palmtrees. But you can visit Matira beach.. Wifi was free, but strong only in some places, in our room it was really weak and many times no signal. From airport is it about 40 mins with a boat. I definitely recommend this hotel for your holiday in paradise.…
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Date of stay: November 2019
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Responded Jun 28, 2020
Ia Orana Lucia A, A huge thank you for your wonderful comment. We are so happy to read that your holidays were paradise in paradise and that our team was truly here for you. We hope to see you again in our amazing place to give you again the best polynesian hospitality. Mauruuru !
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The staff was polite and responsive, the hotel breakfast was very bad. The the scenery was superb, especially from the rooms. Our rooms had unbelievable view from the balcony. Also, the wifi network signal was not always good. Overall it’s very satisfactory.
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Date of stay: May 2019Trip type: Traveled with family
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Response from H0564GM, Directeur général at Sofitel Bora Bora Private Island
Responded Apr 29, 2020
Ia Orana thegymlad Thank you for your review and your stay in our beautiful resort and private island. We are pleased to read that you enjoyed your holidays and we take good note of your remark in order to improve our guest's experiences. We hope to see you again in our unique destination. Maururuu !
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This hotel is moderately priced compared to other hotels in Bora Bora. We have also stayed at the Conrad here before, which is very expensive, and the Sofitel Private Island resort is our favorite now based on cost/reward. At the airport, the staff was welcoming with a lei, and carried our luggage to the shuttle boat. Upon arrival to the hotel property, we were greeted with someone playing a ukulele and coconut drinks. The concierge were knowledgeable and friendly and had a chilled bottle of champagne waiting for us in our bungalow. The bungalows seemed “authentic” compared to others we have seen (natural wood look, tiki hut feel, etc.). The bed is super soft and comfortable. Room service came daily to refill complimentary drinks, including juice, soda, and local beer. There was also Nespresso machine. The towels were soft and big, and room service replenished four of them daily (which they get kudos for because I like lots of towels). There are canoes and paddle boards you can take for free, and are not restricted to certain areas as is the case at other hotels. The Coral Gardens are within swimming distance from this property (see picture of map below) and we took the paddle boards and canoe over there. Drinks at the bar are reasonably well priced at this resort compared to other properties. We got the breakfast-included option when we booked, and it was a decent breakfast buffet with selection of local foods, along with your staples of eggs, bacon, sausage, etc. We ate dinner twice at the restaurant. There are many options on the menu, but we unfortunately picked a night where they were having only duck, and we do not like that at all! The other night we had risotto and white fish; it was decent. We decided to spend most dinners at the main island restaurants. There is only this one restaurant on this private island property and no pool, however, all guests have access to the Sofitel main island resort on Bora Bora with more restaurants, a pool, and bar. Unfortunately, the main island resort has been shut down for a year for remodeling... and the staff told us it’s going to be at least another year. Shuttle service to the main island resort is free, which is a great bonus if you wanted to go explore the town. We booked massages at the spa, and they were great. The spa is a bungalow halfway over the water, so you can hear the waves crashing and it was very relaxing. The other property is kept up nicely, with lots of tropical foliage and decor. There must be a black tip shark nursery close by, because daily we saw baby black tips!!! That was my favorite part :) All in all, we cannot WAIT to go back and will definitely book this property in the future.…
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Date of stay: March 2020Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Response from H0564GM, Directeur général at Sofitel Bora Bora Private Island
Responded Apr 16, 2020
Dear amberdiamonds, Thank you for your great review. We are so pleased to know that you enjoyed your holidays in our private island and that y your different experiences from room to activites and restaurant were authentic and wonderful. We hope to see you again in our beautiful paradise. Mauruuru !
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We celebrated our honeymoon in Moorea and Bora Bora. We came to the Sofitel after the heavy monsoon-like rain that was over Moorea/French Polynesia. Needless to say, we were ready for a change of scenery and some sun! The Sofitel staff treated us like royalty as soon as we arrived - greeting us with coconut drinks, lei's, music, and a site tour. They took any MINOR inconvenience very seriously - even if we were not upset by it. The grounds are gorgeous - between the bungalows, the bar/restaurant hut, the hilltop view, and of course the clear blue water. We only ate at the restaurant for breakfast and one dinner meal - we didn't really like the preset dinner menus and wanted a bit more flexibility with pricing/meal options. We ate at the bar a couple times and food was good - the drinks there were SO good. They gave us a free cocktail at check-in, which was an exciting surprise! They came by our bungalows with refill waters frequently, which was much needed with all that swimming and sun! The delivered small desserts every night, which was a nice added touch. Snorkeling there was incredible. You could snorkel right by your bungalows and see so much sealife - octopus, fish, sharks, crabs, etc. Or you could swim a short distance to The Aquarium which was beautiful and had so many fish (it is also visited by excursions)! The boat shuttle to the main island runs pretty frequently, so we didn't have any issues there - we would time our dinner reservations with the boat schedule. We loved the seclusion and privacy of this resort - no kids running around, not overly crowded with people. It felt like it belonged to us (for a few days)! My only complaints (if you truly can complain at all in paradise) were: 1. The resort is a bit out-dated (however they are working on renovating!) 2. We paid $100 for late checkout, and they wouldn't refill our water bottles that last day. I understood that the staff believed we were leaving, but they should have been notified by management that we paid to stay longer (until 5p). I called to request more water and explained the situation. The staff member said she would follow-up and have it delivered, but they never did. 3. Room service was an extra $15 on top of regular menu prices. We felt that was a bit ridiculous for one sandwich so we opted out. We had such an incredible experience here though and would highly recommend this resort! Maybe we will come back for a future anniversary!…
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Date of stay: March 2020
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Responded Mar 31, 2020
Ia Orana mandapleasee, We are so happy to read that you spent an absolutely stunning honeymoon and that you fully enjoyed Moorea, Bora Bora and Sofitel. It's a real pleasure to see that you enjoyed all your different experiences from gastronomy to snorkeling and we sure apologize for the misunderstanding concerning your late check-out. We hope to see you again for incredible holidays in our little paradise. Mauruuru !
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Everything exceeded our expectations at the Sofitel Bora Bora Private Island. We were met with coconut drinks and flowers. The room was spacious and clean. The unlimited drinks in the minibar and the many gifts and treats that were left really made it an unforgettable stay. The views were unmatched! You could stay the entire time on the island and use the included kayaks or paddle boards to go around to the Coral Gardens easily. Just to be able to go to the Coral Gardens whenever we wanted made staying there worth it! We saw sharks, sting rays and even eels. The staff at the hotel is as amazing as everyone says. They were quick to help with any need. They sang to us for our anniversary and even brought us a delicious cake. You wouldn't need to go anywhere else because the food is delicious! Huge thanks to Haka and Kiana who went out of their way to make our stay extra special. It is easy to access the main island with the free shuttle. They anticipate other Sofitel will not be opened until late 2020 (but you still get in and out at that hotel pier). The water is crystal-clear and blue, the view of the mountain is amazing. The decks had plenty of room with comfortable chairs to sit in and relax and look at how beautiful everything was- probably the best part of the whole trip!…
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Date of stay: February 2020
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Responded Mar 31, 2020
Ia Orana HappyTraveler223, A huge thank you for your wonderful comment. We are so happy to read that your holidays were paradise in paradise and that our team was truly here for you. We hope to see you again in our amazing place to give you again the best polynesian hospitality. Mauruuru !
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We came to Bora Bora to celebrate out 25th anniversary. We had no idea that we be taken care of by the resort we stayed at. The service we received was 5 star. It was like the anticipated our every need. Our bungalows were wonderful and well appointed. The Concierge staff took care of dinner reservations while we were there. The staff at the restaurant was wonderful. Keep up the great work Sofitel Private Island Bora Bora! Also would like to thank Pee Pee for taking great care of us while we were at the resort. You guys will be forever in our Memory!
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Date of stay: January 2020
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Responded Feb 10, 2020
Dear 173douga, Thank you so much for your wonderful comment. We are so happy to read that you totally enjoyed your 25th anniversary in our private island and that our team and specially Pipi was here for you. We are so proud to see that you lived the polynesian experience and tihs one will stay in your memory for ever. We hope to see you again in our little paradise. Mauruuru ! Kind regards
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Let me preface this review by saying that I have wanted to visit Bora Bora since I was a teenager, more than 30 years ago. So to say I had been anticipating this trip is somewhat of an understatement. To say that I had put some thought into planning this trip would also be somewhat of an understatement. Back when I first dreamed of visiting this paradise there wasn't a lot of choice of accommodation but in the the late 2000's that changed with the arrival of some big chains that opened some big resorts. If that is what you are after then book those but be aware of their shortcomings before you do. Sofitel Bora Bora Private Island has only about 30 bungalows on it's own private motu a short free boat ride to the main island of Bora Bora. And here is where it shines. Your overwater bungalow is a short walk to the spa, to the restaurant or to the bar, and to the kayaks which are a short paddle to the reef where tropical fish and rays abound if you can't see enough under your bungalow, or swimming under the walkway as you head to the beach. Your bungalows are also a short walk to the pier where the tour companies come to pick you up to take you on a jet ski tour or across to the mainland for a quad bike tour. Everything is right there. With the smaller size resort also comes the personalised service you get like being at your local restaurant or bar where the staff get to know your name and your order even if you are there for only a short time. I read some reviews saying the resort was looking a little tired. To be frank, I read reviews like this about all of the resorts at Bora Bora. And while I can only comment on our bungalow I would describe it as rustic but perfectly clean. It's a bungalow for pity sake. Not a high rise floor to ceiling marble hotel room. If you've come for that kind of holiday go to Vegas. But if you've come to see the most breathtaking bluest of blue ocean views in the most relaxing atmosphere, surrounded by tropical fish and friendly people go to Bora Bora, and stay at the Sofitel Private Island.…
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Date of stay: January 2020
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Response from H0564GM, Directeur général at Sofitel Bora Bora Private Island
Responded Feb 7, 2020
Ia Orana Kerry C, We would like to thank you so much for your detailed and extraordinary comment following your holidays in our private island. We are so happy to read that you dream came true and we have been truly delighted by our typical and unique polynesian resort. What a pleasure to know that also our team was here for you and we took the time to enjoy the incredible setting from land to ocean. Thank you again and we hope to see you again in our little paradise. Mauruuru ! Kind regards
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We had an amazing time at the Sofitel Bora Bora Private Island. One benefit that I didn't realize when I booked it was that the water shuttle to the main island is free as opposed to some other resorts that can charge $75 to $100 to leave the resort. My favorite feature was the the snorkeling - two days in a row I swam all the way around the Private Island and spent a lot of time in the Coral Gardens. I was able to go at my own pace - no tour guide needed. The food was wonderful and the service was excelllent! I highly recommend them!
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Date of stay: November 2019
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Responded Jan 9, 2020
Dear AprilHooper, Thank you so much for your wonderful comment and we are so happy to read that you totally enjoyed snorkelling around our private island as well as our fabulous sunset on the top of the hill and your culinary experiences. We hope to see you again in our little paradise for another relaxing holidays. Kind regards.
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A Sofitel property on Bora Bora, chosen because we haved previously stayed in numerous European Sofitel properties. Sofitel and Polynasia, a luxurious combination to celebrate a 27th wedding anniversary was the dream. The dream, sadly, was not matched by the reality. Sofitel has two properties on Bora Bora, the Sofitel Marara Beach Resort, which is closed for renovation and across the Lagoon, the Private Island Resort. serviced by private boat. The Private island property is at best "tired", in urgent need of renovation and lacking features and facilities associated with a 4/5 star Hotel. The restaurant, welcoming and service staffs were courteous and friendly and were the "highlights" of our visit. The restaurant, which also housed the Reception and Concierge areas, had an unimaginative and overpriced Dinner Menu, without any polynesian dishes, the buffet breakfast was limited at best, we declined to participate in lunch, at the property. The Island and overwater bungalows, although ideally situated, lacked any inside seating area (or seats) and needed to be upgraded, with a functional bathtub/shower and outlets with accesss to a mirror, important for wives !! Outside activities for guest were limited to canoes and snorkeling masks, but no swimming pool was available. The Private Island Resort. although in an idyllic position, is a satellite property of the now closed Sofitel Marara Beach Resort and needs that resorts features, facilities and management discipline to justify the 4 *ranking and it's associated costs. I understand that the Island Resort will be closed for renovation, when the Marara Resort open in 2020; the future renovation is needed now ! Sadly, an unexpected and disappointing experience.…
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Date of stay: December 2019Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Responded Dec 31, 2019
Dear Curious646017, First of all we would like to thank you for your loyalty to Sofitel's Brand. We are sad to read that your weding anniversary stay was not up to all your expectations due to the facilities of our polynesian resort and we apologize for that even if we fully enjoyed services from our team and our polynesian hospitality. We appreciate your sharing your concerns, and it is our hope that you will give us the opportunity to better serve you in the near future. Best regards
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5 star service from start to finish!!! Every staff member ensured I was instantly cared for. The private boat from Sofitel Island to Airport was magical, and beyond convenient. The attention to detail is what I expect and they delivered!!
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Date of stay: December 2019Trip type: Traveled solo
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Responded Dec 10, 2019
Ia Orana Brent B, We are so happy to read that your holidays in our resort was so perfect and that our team was here for you, delivering a personalized experience. We thank you for your beautiful comment and we hope to see you again in our little paradise. Mauruuru !
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Frequently Asked Questions about Sofitel Bora Bora Private Island
Which popular attractions are close to Sofitel Bora Bora Private Island?
Nearby attractions include Matira Beach (0.6 miles), Leopard Rays Trench (0.6 miles), and Jena Jewelry Bora Bora (0.01 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at Sofitel Bora Bora Private Island?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, an on-site restaurant, and a lounge.
Which room amenities are available at Sofitel Bora Bora Private Island?
Top room amenities include a minibar, air conditioning, and a flat screen TV.
What food & drink options are available at Sofitel Bora Bora Private Island?
Guests can enjoy an on-site restaurant and a lounge during their stay.
What are some restaurants close to Sofitel Bora Bora Private Island?
Conveniently located restaurants include Bora Bora Beach Club and Restaurant, The Lucky House - Fare Manuia, and Noa Noa Restaurant.
Does Sofitel Bora Bora Private Island have an airport shuttle?
Yes, Sofitel Bora Bora Private Island offers an airport shuttle for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Does Sofitel Bora Bora Private Island have airport transportation?
Yes, Sofitel Bora Bora Private Island offers airport transportation for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Are any cleaning services offered at Sofitel Bora Bora Private Island?
Yes, dry cleaning and laundry service are offered to guests.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Sofitel Bora Bora Private Island?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English and French.
Does Sofitel Bora Bora Private Island have any great views?
Yes, guests often enjoy the ocean view available here.