Arue 98702, Tetiaroa, French Polynesia | (888) 905-8267
Spacious, luxurious villas with spa baths, private plunge pools, and direct
beach access
Two restaurants, including one serving a menu created by a Michelin two-star chef
A huge beachfront infinty pool with plenty of room to lounge
24/7 room service dining at your private villa,
poolside, or on the beach
One spa treatment per day, included in the rate
Kids under age 12 stay free
All-inclusive access to water sports, tennis, and lectures
Free Wi-Fi
Impressive eco initiatives and technologies
Guests staying less than a week pay extra for the flight
from Tahiti to the island
Isolated location may not appeal to everyone
The Brando is one of the world's most exclusive private island retreats. Named in honor of actor Marlon Brando, who purchased the island after falling in love with the destination during the filming of "Mutiny on the Bounty," the resort harbors 35 private villas with plunge pools and direct access to empty stretches of pristine white-sand beach. The no-expenses-spared all-inclusive services include cuisine from a Michelin two-star chef, one treatment per day at a holistic spa, and unlimited activities, from exploring the lagoon in a Polynesian outrigger canoe to attending lectures about local marine life. Arriving at the resort via a private plane adds to the resort's exclusivity, and its high price. Those craving a private island stay at a lower price point might enjoy Vahine Island, while those seeking an overwater bungalow might consider Le Meridien Tahiti.
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A luxurious private island retreat with generous all-inclusive services and a chic, sustainable design
Once a favored retreat for Tahitian royalty, Tetiaroa
Island, along with its collection of motes, was discovered by actor Marlon
Opened in 2014, The Brando delivers on the actor's vision on
While learning about the biodiversity of the area is interesting,
The calm waters of the sheltered
Location
On Tetiaroa Island, a 20-minute flight via private plane from Papeete's International Airport
Rooms
Stylish, modern, eco-friendly villas with king-size beds, spa bathrooms, plunge pools, and private access to the beach
The Brando's 35 low-profile beachfront villas were intended
to blend in with their surroundings. The modern Polynesian-style design features
The majority (30) of the villas have one bedroom (1,033 square feet), and there are four Two-Bedroom Villas and one Three-Bedroom Villa available to house larger parties and
The outdoor space of each villa features a deck that leads to a private plungepool, and a separate outdoor dining room set on a platform beneath a tiki-style
Features
A huge infinity pool, two restaurants, an upscale pearl shop, and a Polynesian-influenced spa
Despite its small size and remote location, the Brando is
able to offer a long list of activities and services to entertain guests. One of the most popular pastimes involves languishing poolside and gazing out at the brilliant
Meals at the Brando are at the whim of the guest and can be
Tucked away in a cluster of coconut palms is the Varua Spa, a collection of architecturally unique huts surrounding a tranquil lagoon. Traditional taurumi massage treatments incorporate local monoï oil while facials use Algotherm products. In addition to the cocoon-like spa suites, guests can opt for couples treatments in fare manu, a tree-house style suite perched in the tree canopy. The spa also has quiet spaces for relaxation, a steam bath, and a tea lounge.
