Four Seasons Resort Bora Bora – Review 2025

What to Do

When I first got to the Four Seasons Resort Bora Bora, I didn’t even want to leave the deck of my overwater bungalow – and why would you? It’s all set with beach chairs, a table, direct lagoon access, views of the island, and, in some cases, a private plunge pool. Many guests are totally happy to park themselves in their own private paradise for a few days.

But there’s plenty more to do and see around the resort, which is so large that you may want to call one of the golf carts to come pick you up. You can head to the main beach area to find a lounger on the sand or by the beautiful infinity pool, where drinks are never more than a few minutes away.

Behind that area is the lagoon sanctuary, where the motu is cut by water flows that support beautiful reef and fish life. The resort team manages the conservation of this area, and you can snorkel through it to see their amazing work efforts.

If you want to see more, the concierge can arrange all kinds of activities: jet ski safaris around the lagoon, snorkeling excursions to stingray and shark sandbars, dive trips outside the lagoon, and much more. If you’ve got the budget, a helicopter tour of Bora Bora will reveal views that rival those from your deck.

A daily shuttle boat to the main town of Bora Bora, Vaitape, can take you to see daily island life on the main island. Climb one of the trails to the heights of Mount Otemanu or swim some more at Matira Beach while you’re there.

What to Eat & Drink

There are three restaurants and one beach bar and grill at the Four Seasons Bora Bora, plus in-bungalow dining. Keep in mind that there’s nothing else on this motu – dining elsewhere will require a shuttle boat.

Breakfast is served at Tere Nui, a lovely open-air spot with more of those stunning views and a massive buffet line with everything you could want in the morning. You can also check to see what kind of themed dinners will be served here on the week that you’re staying.

I had lunch each day at Faré Hoa Beach Bar & Grill, which is out by the swimming pool. It was a perfect selection of casual seafood and meats, plus lighter options like sandwiches and salads, as well as tropical cocktails. They sometimes do dinner specials as well, including a Polynesian taco night during my stay, which was awesome.

The casual but still-elegant dinner option is Arii Moana, serving imported Mediterranean classics with local flare in a Polynesian dining room. Or, enjoy upscale Asian cuisine and specialty cocktails at Vaimiti, which is even better for seeing the sunset.

Room Guide

The overwater bungalows and beach villas at the Four Seasons Resort Bora Bora are grouped into three categories, with several more subcategories that differentiate views and luxury amenities. I can confirm that there is not a bad room in the resort.

Overwater Bungalow Suites: These thatched-roof huts on stilts count more than 1,000 square feet of living space above the lagoon. They’re luxuriously appointed with teak-wood furnishings, Polynesian art, and large living spaces separate from the bedroom. The view options from your large terrace with sea access include Beach, Lagoon, and Mountain.

Specialty Overwater Bungalows: Specialty suites add extra space and private plunge pools out on the lagoon deck, making it even more difficult to leave your room. They also come in two-bedroom versions for families or groups and add the view option of Mount Otemanu; those are at the furthest ends of the bungalow walk, making them extra private as well.

Beachfront Villa Estates: There are four residences on the beach ranging in size from one to three bedrooms. They offer a huge amount of space and more ultra-luxe amenities, as well as large swimming pools and lots of privacy. These can be great solutions for large family or group trips, but truthfully, I think a trip to Bora Bora warrants a stay in an overwater bungalow.

Special Experiences

Staying at the Four Seasons Bora Bora is already one of the most special things you can do on your trip. However, Four Seasons always has a way to take it up a notch. Start by selecting a more premium room – Beach-View Overwater Bungalows are the entry-level category, and while they are anything but ordinary, consider an upgrade to a Plunge Pool variety or a Mount Otemanu View to make it even more deluxe.

Since you’ll have such a magnificent room, have an in-bungalow breakfast delivered by outrigger canoe in the morning. Staff will paddle over what’s basically your own private buffet on a traditional va’a for you to enjoy from the comfort of your terrace.

You can also appreciate and give back to the pristine natural environment that makes Bora Bora so special by joining the lagoon sanctuary team for an educational tour or coral restoration project. In the same spirit, learn about and appreciate Polynesian culture at weekly cultural classes or Heiva music and dancing performances.

Finally, at one of the most romantic places in the world, consider setting up something private. The culinary team can arrange for a private dinner table on a tiny islet offshore, while the concierge can arrange for a private snorkel and beach excursion. These are just a few ideas, and many more possibilities exist.