Overview
The Brando is a unique luxury resort on French Polynesia's breathtakingly beautiful private island of Tetiaroa an atoll composed of a dozen small islands surrounding a sparkling lagoon 30 miles northeast of Tahiti. The Brando offers carefree luxury in the midst of pristine nature. With access to the island by private plane, the resort features 35 villas on white-sand beaches frequented by sea turtles, manta rays and exotic birds. The resort was designed to reflect Polynesian lifestyles and culture.
Accommodation
Inside your 1,033-sq.-ft. (96-sq.-m) villa you will feel right at home. We've carefully designed each villa to blend into and enhance the serenity of your surroundings, so you'll feel as though indoors and outdoors have merged together. The cozy sitting room is furnished with soft and comfortable chairs and sofas. To the side is a media room, where you can listen to music, watch a movie, or use WiFi to keep in touch with friends and family.
A walkthrough dressing area adjoins your spacious bedroom, where a king-size bed invites you to relax and gaze through a large window at the lagoon, visible through a screen of pandanus, miki miki, and coconut trees.
The adjoining bathroom features an outdoor bathtub, set behind a wooden screen. The deck leads to a private, 107-sq.-ft. (10-sq.-m) plunge pool.
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
Bedroom
A spacious bedroom with a king-size bed, a walkthrough dressing area and an adjoining bathroom features an outdoor bathtub, set behind a wooden screen.
Living & Dining Areas
Cosy siting room with chairs and sofas and a media room.
Comfort & Amenities
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 Baby crib |
Children's Activities |
High chair |
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Air-conditioning |
Beach towels |
Bed linen |
Pool towels |
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Toiletries |
Towels |
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Beach Towels |
Hair dryer |
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CD player |
DVD player |
Wi-Fi access |
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Beach chair |
Beach umbrella |
Outdoor dining |
Outdoor furniture |
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Spa |
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Safe |
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24-hour In-Room Dining |
24-hour, multilingual Concierge |
Bicycles |
Private dining room |
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Services and amenities for younger guests |
Twice-daily housekeeping service |
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24-hour In-Room Dining |
24-hour laundry/dry-cleaning/pressing |
Activities and excursions |
All meals |
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Breakfast |
Gift shop |
Massages |
Meals |
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Restaurant |
Services and amenities for younger guests |
Spa treatment |
Yoga |
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Bicycles |
Exercise Room |
Fitness center |
Gym |
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Kayaks |
Paddel surf |
Private court |
Snorkeling equipment |
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Spa |
Tennis equipment |
Tennis lesson |
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Concierge |
Gardener |
Maid Service |
Pool Attendant |
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Baby sitter |
Coach |
Masseuse |
Skipper |
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Yoga |
Staff & Services
One of the greatest advantages of staying in Ilona Villa is the personalised service provided by dedicated staff.
- Room Service
- Meeting rooms
- Laundry service
- Concierge Multilingual staff
- Activities for children ( Children / For families )
Pool
107-sq.-ft. (10-sq.-m) plunge pool.
Location
The private island of Tetiaroa an atoll composed of a dozen small islands
surrounding a sparkling lagoon 30 miles northeast of Tahiti.
This is the island you dreamed of as a child when the storybook was closed. It's as if you created your own private world and stepped barefoot into your imagination. With its white sand beaches, swaying coconut palms, colorful birds, and sparkling lagoon, Tetiaroa is a dream paradise.
Beyond its breathtaking beauty, Tetiaroa is a place of rare biodiversity and a natural sanctuary for birds and marine life. Preserving and protecting this rare habitat and its plant and animal life is critical to us. We are working on several programs not just to preserve this sanctuary, but to help restore it and help it flourish.
Tetiaroa has a special place in Polynesian history and culture. It was the exclusive and favored retreat of Tahitian royalty for centuries. Ancient marae (temples) built on the atoll by early Polynesians can still be found there today. With its rich history and ethereal beauty it will always have a special place in the heart of Polynesians.
Getting Here
Airlines from around the world offer flights to Faa'a International Airport in Papeete, Tahiti. From Tahiti it's a short but spectacular 20-minute flight to Tetiaroa onboard Air Tetiaroa. Our reservation agents will arrange this portion of your trip with you.
Air Tetiaroa
Travel from Tahiti to Tetiaroa is by private aircraft operated by Air Tetiaroa the exclusive provider of passenger service to the island. Air Tetiaroa operates two eight-passenger Britten Norman aircraft which depart from a private terminal at Faa'a International Airport in Tahiti.
When your international or domestic flight arrives at Faa'a International Airport, you?ll be transferred to Air Tetiaroa's private terminal for your 20-minute flight to paradise. Although the flight is brief, it will provide you an unforgettable introduction to Tetiaroa.
Activities
At The Brando, you will find an abundance of activities from bicycling, snorkeling and bird watching to diving and paddle boarding.
Here you are not just observing nature; you are in it. You can don a snorkeling mask and witness underwater life at a coral garden firsthand, encountering such marine life as sea turtles, rays, reef sharks and a dazzling array of tropical fish. Or you can explore the spectacular lagoon or other motus by Polynesian outrigger canoe, kayak, or paddleboard. Or simply swim at Mermaid Bay or relax on the beach or by the pool. You may spend all your time on the main island or explore any of the untouched private islands surrounding the lagoon.
You can also visit our Library and Explorer Center, where you can read books about French Polynesia and attend lectures and demonstrations about Polynesian culture, history, and lifestyle. And the onsite research scientists will also be delighted to talk about their research and the amazing birds and marine life found on the atoll.
Outdoor and Sports Activities
- Gym, aqua gym, fitness and stretching lessons
- Snorkeling in the coral gardens and entire lagoon
- Exploration of the lagoon by kayak or Polynesian outrigger canoe (va'a)
- Exploration of Motu Onetahi on a naturalist trail
- Scuba lessons in the lagoon and open ocean scuba diving outside the reef (upon request, to order at least 48h in advance)
- Tennis
- Biking
Biologist of the Day Excursions with Naturalist Guides
- Bird discovery tour
- Reef quest
- Turtle Night (November to March)
Tetiaroa ultimate tour
Unique tour of the atoll on a comfortable roofed boat with a naturalist guide
Research Station
Guided tour with researcher
Art and Culture
- Polynesia dance lessons
- Polynesian music lessons with ukulele, pahu or toere
- Polynesian handicraft lessons
- Pareu dyeing
- Food, wine and cocktail lessons
- Tahitian cuisine demonstrations and lessons
Varua Polynesian Spa
- Modern and Polynesian spa treatments
- Yoga
Lagoon School
Especially designed for children from 6 to 12 years old
Whale Watching
Whale watching tours July to October with naturalist guide and professional scuba diver (upon request, to order at least 48h in advance)
Photo Safari
A private photographic safari with a professional photographer
Meals / Dinner shows
- Private romantic dinner on the beach
- Traditional Tahitian dance shows weekly
After Dinner Entertainment On The Beach
- Music at Bob's Bar outdoor lounge on the beach
- Movie at Bob's Bar outdoor lounge on the beach
- Naturalist lectures presented by a scientist or one of our naturalist guides
- Storytelling: stories and tales from French Polynesia and Tetiaroa
Day Tour to Tahiti or Moorea
Full day tour of either island.
Services included
Exclusive use of the villa and all its facilities.
Daily all inclusive includes:
- The luxurious private beachfront villa
- All meals in our dining venues. Prenium items are available at an additional charge.
- 24-hour in-villa dining. a surcharge of 80 Euros by order may apply from 10pm to 06am.
- Most beverages ( bottled water, soft drinks, beers, wines, french champagne and spirit). Prenium wines, french champagnes and spirits are available at additional charge.
- one excursion per person and per day from the list proposed by our Concierge, on a shared basis.
- Spa treatments at the Varua Polynesian Spa: One 50´ Spa treatement per villa per day with Ilona Villa.
- Acces to the fitness center and tennis court.
- Beach equipment: kayak, paddle board, outrigger canoe, snorkeling gear.
- A bicycle per person at teh villa (also available for children).
- 24/7 unlimited online access to a selection of worldwide newspapers and magazines.
- Unlimited WIFI internet access from both the villa and public areas.
Additional Notes
Childrens
Lagoon SchoolEspecially designed for children from 6 to 12 years old
Dining
The resort's two restaurants showcase Polynesian-inspired dishes, East/West fusion and classic French cuisine. The award-winning cuisine of Guy Martin of the Michelin two star restaurant Le Grand Véfour in Paris is featured in both dining venues and in-room dining.At all our dining venues you will enjoy the freshest of ingredients. Our chef will select for the day's dishes organically grown fruits and vegetables from our own gardens and orchards. These may include mangos, papayas, tomatoes, green beans, lettuce, cucumbers, squash, avocados, breadfruit, bananas, limes, watermelon and more. We feature fish and shellfish from Polynesian waters.
Vegan option
The Brando commissioned the renowned Chef Kelvin Au-Ieong, chef and owner of the celebrated and revolutionary Invitation V, Vegan Bistro in Montreal, Quebec, to design an innovative and sophisticated vegan menu for The Brando. The menu is inspired by Chef Au-Ieong's travels around the world and incorporates fresh vegetables handpicked from the resort's own organic garden. He spent time at resort, expertly training The Brando's chefs on each vegan offering.
The vegan menu is available at Les Mutinés fine dining restaurant, the Beachcomber Café, and for in-room dining.
Beachcomber Café
Our Beachcomber Café restaurant offers exceptional lagoon and ocean views, whether you decide to dine indoors or on the beach. Dishes include a varied menu of Polynesian-inspired dishes alongside classic French cuisine.
Les Mutinés
This intimate venue features elegant décor in beautiful tones of tropical light and sand and a moat that surrounds the restaurant provides the sensation of floating on a lagoon. The restaurant also includes a world-class wine cellar in a carefully climate-controlled glass enclosure. A menu with the same regard for flavor and quality that has made Le Grand Véfour one of the most respected dining establishments in Paris is showcased.
Te Manu Bar
Located on the second floor, this open-air bar features spectacular views of the lagoon, distant motus and sunsets. In addition to the main lounge, there are several private tree-top seating areas that can be reached on walkways through the palm canopy.
Bob's Bar
This is a relaxed and casual setting on the beach for conversation and making friends. The bar is named for Marlon Brando's factotum on film sets. At the end of many days, Brando and Bob would wind up at the bar for long talks and laughs. We have named the bar in honor of Bob and all others who have worked, and continue to work, anonymously to bring Brando's visions to life.
Room Service
You can enjoy a meal whenever you want, 24 hours a day, at your villa'either indoors, on your private deck alongside your pool, or on the beach in front of your villa.
Spa
Varua Polynesian Spa is a natural haven of serenity nestled on the shores of a soothing pond in the heart of Motu Onetahi. This is the spot on Tetiaroa where the Tahitian royal family retreated to relax and indulge in beauty rituals.Within this setting you can enjoy the finest holistic treatments inspired by ancient Polynesian traditions coupled with modern techniques. The spa includes private massage and treatment villas around the pond, steam baths, a tea and relaxation lounge overlooking the pond, a yoga shelter and a special spa suite for couples high up in the palm trees.
Modern and Polynesian spa treatments
Celebrations
Holding hands while strolling a white-sand beach; sipping champagne while watching the colorful rays of sunset wash over a turquoise lagoon; enjoying an intimate gourmet dinner served on the beach with Polynesian charm; listening to tropical and the gentle lapping of waves from the privacy of your luxurious villa ? there is simply no more romantic or exotic setting for your special occasion. Whether you are planning a honeymoon or celebrating a wedding, an anniversary, or a birthday, we can take care of all the details, so you will return home relaxed, rejuvenated and with memories you'll cherish for a lifetime.Boutique
The Brando offers two shopping opportunities including a luxury pearl shop and a gift store.Hinerava is a luxury pearl shop featuring exclusive jewelry designs in collaboration with Frédéric Missir. Both Hinerava and Frédéric Missir are local artists who share a passion for rare Tahitian pearls and precious gems, and create unique and stunning designs. Find out more about Hinerava Jewelry.
The Boutique on Tetiaroa offers a wide variety of items including local art, The Brando and Tetiaroa apparel and accessories, sustainable fashion clothing, Tahitian vanilla beans, honey from Tetiaroa's own honey bees and travel necessities.
Flora and Fauna
The reef surrounding Tetiaroa and the large and spectacular coral beds in the inner and outer lagoons provide a perfect place for marine life to flourish. At least 167 fish species have been observed around the atoll, from colorful parrotfish and spotted eagle rays to blacktip sharks and bonefish. Whales often pause at Tetiaroa during their annual migrations, and dolphins frequently play off the reef. During the nesting season, large sea turtles come to lay their eggs on the coral sands beneath the trees.Beautiful tropical birds are found throughout Tetiaroa, but one of the motus, Tahuna Iti or "Bird Island", is a favorite. Thousands of birds roost here every evening. There are parrots and other land birds, but most are seabirds, including the noddy and the majestic great frigate. Every evening the "permanent residents" are joined by an exodus of birds from Tahiti, which make the short flight across the sea to roost in the safety of the dense vegetation, free from predators.
On the twelve motus there are 38 indigenous plants, six of them very rare. These plants range from very small flowers to the magnificent Puatea, pisonia grandis, rising up to 65 feet in height. It is no surprise that international plant hunters and botanists have organized at least nine expeditions to Tetiaroa since 1921.
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