Among the most romantic resort on Bora Bora's western motu: only overwater villas (no beach or garden rooms), the legendary Deep Ocean Spa using seawater drawn from 900 meters depth, a vintage Polynesian atmosphere, and the resort most associated with the "classic Bora Bora" image. IHG One Rewards points redeemable. Next to the Conrad.
Why We Chose It
InterContinental Bora Bora Resort & Thalasso Spa is the most romantically focused resort on the island — it offers only overwater villas (there are no beach or garden rooms), which creates a more exclusive and uniformly over-the-water experience. The Deep Ocean Spa is the resort's most distinctive feature: thalassotherapy treatments using cold seawater drawn from 900 meters depth through a pipe below the lagoon — the deepest spa water source in the world. The atmosphere is quieter and more intimate than the Conrad next door. A classic Polynesian resort that has been beloved by honeymooners for decades. IHG One Rewards points redeemable. On Motu To'opua, western lagoon, with excellent sunset views.
What Stands Out
- All overwater villas — no beach or garden rooms
- Most romantic, fully overwater-only experience
- Deep Ocean Spa — seawater sourced from 900m depth
- World’s deepest spa water source
- Vintage Polynesian style and atmosphere
- Quiet, intimate setting (less busy than larger resorts)
- Classic honeymoon legacy property
- Western lagoon — strong sunset views
- Most quintessential “Bora Bora” experience
- IHG One Rewards eligible