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Sofitel Bora Bora Marara Beach Resort

THIS RESORT IS TEMPORARILY CLOSED UNTIL 2023.  AS SOON AS WE HAVE FURTHER INFORMATION, WE WILL UPDATE THIS PAGE.


 

The Sofitel Marara Beach Resort is an all bungalow property in Matira Bay, located on the southern end of the main central island, backed by lush vegetation and overlooking Bora Bora's Nunue Lagoon and the Resort's private beach. The hotel was originally built in 1979, by the Italian film director, Dino De Laurentis, to house the actors and crew of the film, Hurricane, and that heritage is carried on with the Hurricane Bar near the pool and the beach.  In 2019-2020, the property completed a full refurbishment of all guest rooms, including the building of 18 new overwater bungalows, the restaurants, gardens and public areas, and is now a modern, contemporary property more suited to guests' wants and needs in the 21st centuury.

 

The Resort has 73 Bungalows built of bamboo wood and palm thatch in the traditional Polynesian style, offering a choice of garden, beachfront or Overwater positions, all comfortably furnished and quite spacious.  The accommodation was last renovated in 2019-2020, and now offers modern guest rooms with a Polynesian touch.  The Garden View Bungalows provide 1 King bed (split into twins on request), ensuite bathroom with walk-in shower, double vanities, hairdryer and complimentary toiletries, air conditioning, ceiling fans, TV, Wi-fi internet access, tea and coffee making facilities, mini-bar/fridge, single sofa-bed and sliding doors opening to a private furnished deck overlooking the gardens, but just a short stroll to the beach.  The Beach Bungalows are the same as the Garden View, but are located just in the tree line facing onto the white sand beach and the lagoon. The Overwater Bungalows are built along the edge of 2 little islets, so that they overhang the water but are attached to the land.  They are a similar size and offer the same amenities as the Garden and Beach Bungalows, but have views of the Overwater Bungalows and the lagoon.  The larger Luxury Overwater Bungalows are along the decking walkways and have similar amenities to the other bungalows, but additionally have a window seat infront of the large picture window, glass floor panel, private outdoor shower and tiered decks with direct access into the lagoon.  Some bungalows face more towards the beach and the restaurant, whilst others face directly out into the lagoon.  All guest rooms were fully renovated in 2019/early 2020.

 

The hotel's restaurant and bar, Latitude 16, is built on stilts above the lagoon and offers Tahitian style entertainment and exotic cocktails, with a French International and Polynesian menu.  They have a wide open deck with views of the pool and the lagoon, which is shared with the Hurricane Bar, where you can get poolside snacks and light lunches during the day. Latitude 16 was completely refurbished in 2019, along with the reception and public areas, pool and pool deck and garden landscaping.

 

Leisure facilities include a waterside infinity pool alongside a private beach, kayaks, bike hire, glass bottom boat trips, catamaran excursions, Island cruises and picnics, waterskiing, fishing, parasailing, volleyball and tennis.  And after all your exertions, you can relax and be pampered in the day spa, which offer a range of body and beauty treatments.

 

The local town of Vaitape is just under 5 miles from the resort, with a small selection of shops, bars and restaurants, including the famous Bloody Mary's.

 

The Sofitel Marara Beach Resort is in a pleasant location on the central island, giving easy access to the attractions of the island, as well as the beatuful lagoon.

 

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Child Policy

Children of all ages are catered for and 1 child under 12 years stay free when sharing with accompanying parents and using the existing bedding.

Airport Transfers

Round trip airport transfers are available and would automatically be included in any quote we provide.  The Resort is approximately 20 minutes by boat from the airport

Check-in Details

Standard check-in time: 2.00 pm

Standard check-out time: 12.00 am

Early check-in time: 6.00 am

Late check-out time: 6.00 pm

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Pricing Policy

Prices are based on a per room, per night basis for single or twin occupancy.

Additional meal plan prices available on request.

 

There is a daily Communal Tax that is paid in Bora Bora, which is paid directly to the hotel upon the guests' departure.  This is currently 200 XPF (Pacific Francs - roughly EUR1.70/£1.60) which is paid per person, per day.

 

N.B.  The resort will be closed between 1st March 2019 - 31st July 2019 for renovation work to be completed

PRICING INFORMATION

Deluxe Garden View Bungalow

The Garden View Bungalows provide 1 King bed (split into twins on request), ensuite bathroom with walk-in shower, double vanities, hairdryer and complimentary toiletries, air conditioning, ceiling fans (some), work desk and chair, IDD telephone, satellite TV, Wi-fi internet access, in-room safe, iron and ironing board, tea and coffee making facilities, mini-bar/fridge, single sofa-bed and sliding doors opening to a private furnished deck overlooking the gardens, but just a short stroll to the beach.
Price per room per night

From £335

Early check-in

Full nightly rate applies

Late check-out

50% of nightly rate up to 6pm

Full nightly rate after 6pm

Bed configuration

1 King bed or 2 Single beds

+ sofa bed

Sleeps up to 2 Adults + 1 child
Extra person rate

n/a

Number available 20

Deluxe Beach Bungalow

The Deluxe Beach Bungalows are set directly on the beach, just on the palm tree line, with views over the lagoon.
Price per room per night

From £399

Early check-in

Full nightly rate applies

Late check-out

50% of nightly rate upto 6pm

Full nightly rate after 6pm

Bed configuration

1 King bed or 2 Single beds

+ sofa bed

Sleeps up to 2 Adults + 1 Child
Extra person rate

n/a

Number available 11

Deluxe Lagoon Front Bungalow

The Lagoon Front Bungalows are built along the edge of 2 little islets, just a short walk along the wooden walkways from the shoreline, so that they overhang the water but are attached to the land. They are a similar size and offer the same amenities as the Garden and Beach Bungalows, but have views of the Overwater Bungalows and the lagoon.
Price per room per night

From £375

Early check-in

Full nightly rate applies

Late check-out

50% of nightly rate upto 6pm

Full nightly rate after 6pm

Bed configuration

1 King bed or 2 Single beds

+ sofa bed

Sleeps up to 2 Adults + 1 Child
Extra person rate

n/a

Number available 11

Deluxe Overwater Bungalow

The larger Overwater Bungalows are along the decking walkways and have similar amenities to the other bungalows, but additionally have a window seat in front of the large picture window, glass floor panel, private outdoor shower and tiered decks with direct access into the lagoon. Some bungalows face more towards the beach and the restaurant, whilst others face directly out into the lagoon, with sun loungers on your decking to sit and relax on and admire the views.
Price per room per night

From £450

Early check-in

Full nightly rate applies

Late check-out

50% of nightly rate upto 6pm

Full nightly rate after 6pm

Bed configuration

1 King bed or 2 Single beds +

Sofa bed

Sleeps up to 2 Adults + 1 child
Extra person rate

n/a

Number available 13

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