“An exceptional boutique hotel on the protected Tetiaroa Atoll. Run in part by the Brando Family Trust, this iconic island escape has a strong sustainable soul. Opulent suites & villas with plunge pools welcome couples & families. A soothing spa, fabulous bars & eateries & a warm community await.”
“An exceptional boutique hotel on the protected Tetiaroa Atoll. Run in part by the Brando Family Trust, this iconic island escape has a strong sustainable soul. Opulent suites & villas with plunge pools welcome couples & families. A soothing spa, fabulous bars & eateries & a warm community await.”
Recommended For
- Hideaway
- An intimate hideaway encouraging immersion in a beautiful corner of the world, imbued with the legacy of Marlon Brando himself
- Snorkelling
- Snorkel amidst huge sea turtles, gliding sharks, myraid fish and polka-dot rays in the mesmerising waters of the lagoon
- Eco break
- An eco escape with a LEED Platinum certification, minimal carbon footprint & onsite environmental research centre
- Cycling
- Zip around the islet on one of the hotel's smart bicycles, perfect for exploring with ease
- Learning
- Delve into Polynesian culture with dance & music workshops, or join scientists studying ecology at the research centre
- Watersports
- Glide atop the water on an outrigger canoe — called a 'va’a' — or by kayak and paddle board
- Birdwatching
- Bird watchers will be delighted by the nesting colonies on Bird Island
- Wildlife Area
- Spot whales on memorable boat trips between August and mid-November
- Hotel boats for hire
- Hotel Entertainment
- Tennis
- Great walks
- Kayaking
- Diving
- Organic food
- The hotel's gardens supply fruit and vegetables, the hives yield honey, and fresh seafood is sourced from the sea
- Restaurant
- Savour Polynesian-style cuisine at the Beachcomber Café, gourmet French fare at Les Mutinés, and sushi at Nami
- Eco
- Ecological restoration programmes, more than 4,000 solar panels & a whole host of eco-initiatives
- Spa
- The Varua Te Ore spa spans 2,000 square metres and offers fabulous treatments
- On an island
- On an islet in the Tetiaroa atoll, 30 miles from Tahiti in French Polynesia
- Gym
- Open 24 hours a day, and offers a great selection of fitness classes
- Quiet
- Gourmet
- Family Suites
- Secluded setting
- Rooms with balcony/terrace
- Intimate
- Barefoot Luxury
- Sit-out Terrace
- Full of character
- Good wine list
- Private Pool
- Disabled access
- Boutique
- Landmark
- Chic
- Child friendly
- Retro/Vintage
- 5* Luxury
- Views
- Wellbeing
- All inclusive
- Contemporary
- Charming
- Luxury
- Romantic
Facilities
- Restaurant
- Savour Polynesian-style cuisine at the Beachcomber Café, gourmet French fare at Les Mutinés, and sushi at Nami
- Bar
- Expect two bars: the swish Te Manu, and more understated Bob's Bar for easygoing seaside evenings
- Spa
- The Varua Te Ore spa spans 2,000 square metres and offers fabulous treatments
- Swimming Pool
- Large communal infinity pool, along with individual pools in each villa
- Gym
- Open 24 hours a day, and offers a great selection of fitness classes
- Games room
- Media room with a wide range of films
- Concierge
- Sitting Room
- Private dining room
- Outdoor dining
- Family Suites
- Wifi
- Disabled access
- Garden
- Good wine list
- Massage
- Bicycles available
- Private villas
- Child friendly
- Private Pool
- Library
- Airport transfer
- Bath robes
- Satellite / Cable TV
- Room service
- Sit-out Terrace
- Hairdresser/Beauty Salon
- Views
- Suites
- Air conditioning
- Laundry
- No pets
- Rooms with balcony/terrace
- Safe
Activities
- Snorkelling
- Snorkel amidst huge sea turtles, gliding sharks, myraid fish and polka-dot rays in the mesmerising waters of the lagoon
- Cycling
- Zip around the islet on one of the hotel's smart bicycles, perfect for exploring with ease
- Learning
- Delve into Polynesian culture with dance & music workshops, or join scientists studying ecology at the research centre
- Watersports
- Glide atop the water on an outrigger canoe — called a 'va’a' — or by kayak and paddle board
- Birdwatching
- Bird watchers will be delighted by the nesting colonies on Bird Island
- Wildlife Area
- Spot whales on memorable boat trips between August and mid-November
- Kayaking
- Hotel Entertainment
- Great walks
- Hotel boats for hire
- Diving
- Tennis
Map & Location
What's Nearby
Other Reviews
Review: The Brando
"The Brando is a remote, ultra-polished island hideaway with smart eco-credentials—a love song to the South Pacific."
Originally published by Condé Nast Traveler