The Westin Bora Bora Resort & Spa

We stayed five nights at The Westin Bora Bora, and honestly, it couldn't have been better. We travel extensively, so we've experienced some of the world's finest luxury hotels and destinations. We have a pretty good understanding of what defines a true luxury vacation, and The Westin Bora Bora absolutely delivers. From the moment we landed in Bora Bora at 8:15 am, everything was seamless. The sweetest Westin representative was waiting for us at the airport with beautiful leis and refillable water bottles. After collecting our luggage, someone immediately took care of our bags, and within minutes we were comfortably seated on the hotel's boat for the 25 minute ride across the lagoon. Arriving at the resort was unforgettable. The first view of the property with Mount Otemanu rising behind it literally took our breath away. In our opinion, The Westin has the best view of Mount Otemanu in all of Bora Bora. We've seen the other resorts from the water, and none of them offer the same perfectly centered view. It is simply spectacular. Check-in was smooth and efficient. Emma was incredibly warm and welcoming, making us feel at home immediately. I've seen reviews mentioning long check-in waits, but I honestly don't think that's the hotel's fault. We arrived early in the morning, so there was absolutely no wait to check in. The entire check-in process itself took about 15 minutes, which is completely reasonable considering all the information provided and the warm welcome. When we checked out around 1 pm, about 16 people happened to arrive at the same time. Naturally, there will be a short wait when that many guests arrive all at once. Even then, you're in one of the most beautiful places on Earth, relaxing with a refreshing welcome juice and a cold towel while taking in the incredible scenery. It's hardly something worth complaining about. As part of check-in, you're also given a beach bag, which quickly becomes your go to bag around the resort and you'll notice almost every guest carrying one! Afterward, Sébastien gave us a wonderful tour of the property. Since we had arrived so early and the resort was completely full, our room wasn't quite ready yet, which was completely understandable. We simply changed into our swimsuits and headed straight to the beach to start enjoying paradise. When we finally got to our overwater bungalow, it exceeded every expectation. The bungalow was immaculate, looked brand new, and was beautifully designed. Every detail was spotless and perfectly maintained. Stepping onto our deck each morning and looking out over the crystal clear turquoise lagoon was simply magical. The view was absolutely out of this world and one we'll never forget. Another complaint I'd read before arriving was about the bicycles supposedly being broken or unavailable. That couldn't have been further from our experience. There were bikes everywhere. Honestly, it felt like there were more bikes than guests! We never once had trouble finding one, and they were a fantastic way to get around the beautiful resort. We absolutely loved biking everywhere. It's such a fun and relaxing way to explore the property, and it became part of our daily routine. We also took advantage of the complimentary kayaks, which were another highlight of our stay. Paddling through the crystal clear lagoon while surrounded by the incredible scenery was an unforgettable experience. The food throughout our stay was also excellent. We especially loved the breakfast buffet, which had an incredible variety of options. Whether you wanted fresh tropical fruit, pastries, made-to-order eggs, local specialties, or a more traditional breakfast, there was truly something for everyone. But what made breakfast even more memorable was the setting. Sitting by the beautiful inner lagoon while enjoying our meal and watching blacktip reef sharks and gracefully swim by was an experience we'll never forget. Lunch was another highlight because we loved having it delivered directly to our beach cabana instead of having to leave the beach to sit in the restaurant. It was such a relaxing luxury to enjoy delicious food while soaking up the incredible views. Dinner each evening was equally wonderful, especially as we watched the breathtaking Bora Bora sunsets. Between the outstanding food and the spectacular scenery, every meal felt like a special occasion. We've been fortunate enough to travel to approximately 60 countries, including two trips to the Maldives. People often compare Bora Bora to the Maldives because of the overwater bungalows and crystal clear lagoons. While they certainly share those similarities, what truly sets Bora Bora apart is Mount Otemanu. No photograph can prepare you for seeing it in person. The mountain creates one of the most dramatic and breathtaking landscapes we've ever experienced, making Bora Bora unlike anywhere else in the world. What also makes The Westin so special is its people. Every single employee we encountered was genuinely kind, welcoming, and always greeted us with a smile and a cheerful "Ia Orana." Their warmth and hospitality made us feel like valued guests throughout our stay. Luxury isn't just about beautiful rooms and stunning scenery, it's about how people make you feel, and the staff at The Westin excelled in every way. We can confidently say that Bora Bora has become our favorite place on Earth, and The Westin made that experience unforgettable. If you're looking for breathtaking scenery, impeccable service, genuine hospitality, outstanding food, luxurious accommodations, and a true luxury escape, look no further. We would return in a heartbeat and recommend The Westin Bora Bora without hesitation.

Our family of six stayed at The Westin Bora Bora in three overwater bungalows, and it exceeded every expectation. Before we even arrived, we were surprised with complimentary upgrades to larger overwater villas, each with its own private pool and breathtaking views of Mount Otemanu. It was the perfect start to what became the best vacation our family has ever taken. The resort itself is absolutely stunning, but what truly sets it apart is the exceptional staff. Every team member was warm, genuine, and incredibly attentive. They quickly learned our family by room number, remembered our names, our food preferences, and always had breakfast and dinner tables perfectly set up for all six of us without us ever having to ask. The thoughtful touches throughout our stay made us feel truly special. We were welcomed with champagne, nuts, and treats in each of our three villas, and every day we returned to delightful surprises like chocolates, granola bars, and delicious coconut cookies waiting in our rooms. The property is immaculate. The beach is pristine, the water is unbelievable, and the fitness center is one of the nicest hotel gyms we’ve ever seen. We especially enjoyed the morning yoga classes overlooking paradise. There were also so many complimentary activities included that kept everyone entertained: kayaking, paddleboarding, wine tasting, rum tasting, flower crown making, basket weaving, and more. It was the perfect balance of relaxation and authentic Polynesian experiences. Everything about our stay—from the luxurious accommodations to the flawless service and incredible attention to detail—was simply outstanding. We’ve been fortunate to travel to many beautiful places around the world, but The Westin Bora Bora stands above them all. Without question, this was the best family vacation we’ve ever had, and we cannot wait to return.

We decided to spend 5 nights at the Westin and were really looking forward to the experience. We were very quickly disappointed to see that there is virtually no marine life in the bay, except for sea urchins! What is the point of a bungalow with a window over water, if there is no coral and no fish? Diner at Tipanier, their mid-range restaurant, also did not deliver, with a small piece of duck with an even smaller amount of puree for $63, pretty outrageous even though we knew everything was expensive on the motu. Unfortunately, a day into our trip, unusual circumstances required us to shorten our stay, so we asked management if they could kindly refund two or three nights and we were met with complete indifference and told that "this would affect their bottom line, so it was not possible". I would have expected a much different answer from such a high end hotel, I can therefore not recommend it to anyone.

Paradisiac getaway at the newly renovated Westin Bora Bora! We stayed at one of the Otemanu overwater villas which was truly magical! The views from the villa were absolutely amazing! Even though the resort is big and has many villas it felt really private and exclusive at all times. The meals were excellent, with the Maere restaurant being the highlight of the stay. The chef crafts delicious surprise dinner menus for every evening. We enjoyed the beautiful lagoon by kayak and paddleboard, as well as biking around the islands was amazing. The Westin’s Eco Center also cares for injured turtles that they rehabilitate and release to the wild when possible. The rooms are spaceous and well equipped, giving wide ocean and Otemanu views directly from the bed. We definitely had a wonderful stay and hoping to return soon!

The Westin Bora Bora was incredible! My husband and I knew we wanted to come here for our 20th anniversary and it didn’t disappoint! The overwater bungalows are stunning, the staff is so friendly and attentive to anything you need and they helped make our anniversary beyond anything we could have expected. We had a private beach dinner that was so romantic and they made a gorgeous re-creation of our wedding cake. We were blown away. Lucille and her team created a magical night for us. Niuti was such a fun bartender and was great with the daily rum or wine tastings. The daily activities were so fun. The food was better than we expected. We were so, so sad to leave. As lifetime platinum members who stay at Marriotts around the world, this is one of the best resorts we’ve ever experienced. The attention to detail was unmatched. Thank you for making our 20th anniversary so special.