March 4th, 2009 by Terry Youens

An appealing Polynesian resort experience:

Situated on the coral reef Motu Piti Aau (Two Hearts) with a private 1,000 ft white-sand beach is one of Bora Bora’s true luxury resorts and the first to feature only overwater villas.  Its superlative accommodation is matched only by simply stunning lagoon vistas, providing a romantic setting of almost surreal beauty.  We recommend the glorious Sapphire and Diamond Overwater Villas for their great views over the lagoon – one from which no self-indulgent would-be Robinson Crusoe would want to be rescued!  Its contemporary design and cutting-edge technology meshes with traditional authentic local arts and crafts.  In such an idyllic setting, the Thalasso Spa by Algotherm, creates a magical spa experience – French Polynesia’s first destination spa – using the thalasso therapeutic regimen of deep seawater’s curative benefits and innovative signature treatments – there are a whole range of packages to suit everyone.  The resort also offers a magnificent freshwater infinity pool, two restaurants and bars, tennis courts, many water sports and a helicopter pad.

Intercontinental Resort Thalasso Aerial View

Intercontinental Resort Thalasso Aerial View

An elegant sanctuary:

Privacy and luxury – relax in your private villa with views over the lagoon and beyond.  All of the overwater villas have a spacious shaded terrace, sun lounges and a big private pontoon for sunbathing in front of the pristine waters of the lagoon.  With remarkable views over the lagoon and the main island of Bora Bora, extremely spacious and stylishly decorated Sapphire Overwater Villas feature traditional Polynesian pandanus thatch roof, individually-controlled air-conditioning, and direct access into the lagoon from split-level deck.  Sapphire Villas feature a separate living room with glass bottom coffee table for viewing the magical underwater life.  A large and bright bathroom with bathtub and shower opening onto the lagoon and a shaded sundeck terrace equipped with sun beds and dining table.  Diamond Overwater Villas offer extraordinary views of Mount Otemanu and the lagoon.

Breakfast On The Terrace

Breakfast On The Terrace

Gourmet cuisine served in a Polynesian atmosphere:

Le Reef Restaurant interprets tropical Polynesian style with relaxed sophistication and fine gourmet cuisine.  Breakfast is served early and dinner features light dishes such as the famous Lobster Ravioli with Langouste Consommé.  Eating on the terrace overlooking the lagoon and beach is delightful but, if you prefer, an air-conditioned dining room is also available.  The Sands Restaurant is the epitome of island life: casual, breezy and situated on a private stretch of white-sand beach.  You’ll find yourself dropping by for a light lunch, afternoon snacks or exotic fruit cocktails with friends at the end of a day in the sun.  Especially popular is the Sands’ original recipe for Les Coffrets, box-shaped pastries filled with meat or fish.

Breakfast On The Terrace Jacuzzi

InterContinental Bora Bora Resort and Thalasso Jacuzzi

Bubbles Bar is a trendy poolside lounge.  The bartender in Bubbles has created a special Champagne cocktail for toasting the sunset at the end of another day in paradise.  Overlooking the beach and the lagoon, this is the perfect spot to celebrate this incredible resort.

The Deep Ocean Spa:

You’ve never seen a more incredible view during a workout than from the glass-walled fitness centre.  The Deep Ocean Spa offers treatments in tranquil overwater bungalows.  Deep sea-water – desalinated and exceptionally pure – features abundantly in the hotel’s superb Thalasso Spa.

Thalasso & Spa Deep Blue Massage

Thalasso & Spa Deep Blue Massage

InterContinental Bora Bora Resort and Thalasso-Spa

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