Intercontinental Bora Bora & Thalasso Spa By Ihg

Intercontinental Bora Bora & Thalasso Spa By Ihg - A 5-star luxury overwater resort with a Deep Ocean Spa and lagoon access

Located 5 km from Bora Bora's main island, Intercontinental Bora Bora & Thalasso Spa By Ihg offers overwater villas with direct lagoon access, glass-bottom coffee tables, and furnished sundecks. The Deep Ocean Spa, the first thalassotherapy center in the South Pacific, uses deep-sea water for mineral-rich treatments. Guests dine at Le Corail, featuring French degustation menus paired with selections from the largest wine cellar in French Polynesia, or Sands Restaurant, serving seafood with views of Mount Otemanu. The resort includes a Lagoonarium, a protected marine habitat, and a glass-bottomed chapel for weddings. Paid excursions like snorkeling with reef sharks or a treasure hunt in the lagoon are available. InterContinental provides three restaurants, an outdoor pool, and a fitness center with 24-hour access.

Pros

The Deep Ocean Spa uses nutrient-rich deep-sea water for unique treatments.

Overwater villas feature direct lagoon access and glass-bottom viewing areas.

Le Corail restaurant offers fine French cuisine paired with an extensive wine selection.

A 1000m² organic garden supplies fresh herbs, fruits, and vegetables to the resort's kitchens.

The Lagoonarium allows snorkeling among a diverse array of marine life.

Cons

The remote location requires a boat transfer from Bora Bora Airport.

Some excursions and dining options involve additional fees.