Picolo recommends · Hotel in Bora Bora, French Polynesia
The St. Regis Bora Bora Resort
Villas on stilts so roomy they rival a house, many with a plunge pool and a butler on call, out on a quiet south-eastern motu.
The villa is so large that the lagoon feels like part of the floor plan. The St. Regis is out on a south-eastern motu of Bora Bora, and its overwater villas are among the most generous in the islands, several with a pool of their own.
Each villa has a butler, which takes care of the small things from unpacking to dinner bookings. There is a private lagoon for snorkelling and several restaurants, so there is little reason to leave.
Picolo’s verdict
Why we chose The St. Regis Bora Bora Resort
We chose the St. Regis for space and privacy. If you want to spend a week barely seeing other guests, with room to spread out over the water, few places do it better.
The look is classic luxury rather than modern design, which will feel a little formal to some. It is also a resort where you stay put, so it suits those who want rest more than exploring.
What you get
- Large overwater villas
- Private pools in several villas
- Butler service for every villa
- Several restaurants on site
- Own lagoon for snorkelling
A day at The St. Regis Bora Bora Resort
- Morning
- Breakfast on the deck with the lagoon below.
- Midday
- Snorkelling in the resort's own lagoon.
- Afternoon
- A long, quiet afternoon by your private pool.
- Evening
- Kayaking at sunset as Otemanu turns pink.
Location
Motu in the south-east of the lagoon, Bora Bora, French Polynesia
Open in MapsQuestions about The St. Regis Bora Bora Resort
How big are the villas at The St. Regis Bora Bora Resort?
The overwater villas are among the largest in French Polynesia, and several come with a private pool. Exact sizes vary by category.
Does The St. Regis Bora Bora Resort have butler service?
Yes. Every villa has its own butler who can help with unpacking, meals and booking excursions.
Do you need to leave The St. Regis Bora Bora Resort to eat?
No. There are several restaurants at the resort, so you do not need to take the boat to the main island for dinner.
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Updated 6 Nov 2026All articles
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