Best Overwater Bungalows in Bora Bora to Book in 2026

InterContinental Le Moana Resort sits at Matira Point, where Bora Bora’s main island tapers into pale sand and shallow lagoon. It’s a setting that feels a bit more connected to local island life than the offshore motu resorts, and we like it for that. The overwater bungalows extend far out into calm, very swimmable waters, and have long views across the lagoon towards Raiatea and Taha’a. Interiors are neatly finished with modern comforts and glass-bottomed coffee tables that bring lagoon life into the room. We like the balance between privacy and local access at Le Moana. The overwater bungalows might as well be on their own island but the resort itself remains closely tied to mainland Bora Bora, making it… > See All the Details & Book

We liked Maitai Polynesia because it offers a genuinely accessible Bora Bora overwater bungalow experience at more reasonable prices. Tucked into the island’s southern shore near Matira Point Beach, the resort sits in one of Bora Bora’s most desirable areas, yet manages to keep things refreshingly simple. The overwater bungalows may not be perched far out in the lagoon like some of Bora Bora’s more wow factor resorts but these overwater bungalows deliver the classic Bora Bora experience at a noticeably lower price. You still have spacious interiors though, direct lagoon access and glass floor panels to watch tropical fish drifting beneath. We like the honesty of the offering: fewer extravagances, fewer unnecessary add-ons, and a focus on the things… > See All the Details & Book

Set within a private cove on Motu To’opua, the Conrad Bora Bora Nui is a resort that’s bigger and bolder than most, but has genuine calm around the overwater bungalows. These overwater bungalows are super luxury affairs, and the most expansive in Bora Bora. They have huge decks, and a huge amount of interior space too for seamless indoor/outdoor living. Some of their higher-category villas also have private plunge pools. At the very top end, the Presidential Overwater Villas stand apart entirely, arranged across two levels, and are possibly the most luxurious overwater bungalows in the world. The overall property is large and fully equipped with multiple restaurants, a swim-up bar, infinity pool and extensive activities. Dining is varied, from… > See All the Details & Book

A short hop by shuttle boat from Motu Mute Airport brings you to Tevairoa, a low-lying islet nicely set apart from Bora Bora’s main lagoon. It’s here that Le Bora Bora Pearl Resort has its overwater bungalows, over particularly stunning, shallow turquoise waters. The resort itself is quite compact, with around 80 rooms in total, and it has the feel of something even more intimate than that. We like that it’s a full-service resort but feels boutique in scale. The overwater bungalows display plenty of Polynesian character, from timber and thatch roofs to traditional decorative elements, and they feel cosy and romantic, but they are also still very much luxury affairs. Most of your time here will be spent on… > See All the Details & Book

Among French Polynesia’s many overwater bungalow resorts, we particularly like Le Taha’a Island Resort for taking a slightly different path. Set on a secluded private motu between Bora Bora and Taha’a, it offers much of the same lagoon scenery that draws visitors to Bora Bora, but it is quieter, more intimate and better priced. Part of its appeal lies in its character. The 45 overwater bungalows are built in a traditional Polynesian style, with wood, thatch, native craftsmanship and decorative tapa barkcloth lending a sense of place than those elsewhere that went the full-on luxury approach. The overwater bungalows sit above remarkably clear water, with the end-of-pontoon units offer an extra amount of privacy and views that we think is… > See All the Details & Book

Along Bora Bora’s lagoon looking across to Mount Otemanu, The Westin Bora Bora has one of the island’s newer interpretations of the overwater bungalow resort, following its renovation and relaunch in 2024. It’s a Marriott so brings a more contemporary, international sensibility to things. We usually prefer the most traditional looking bungalows but the results of the renovations here have also won us over. Interiors combine clean-lined modern pale finishes, while glass floor panels and direct lagoon access keep the focus firmly on the water below. It’s all very cosy and romantic above all. Resort facilities are comprehensive: two infinity pools, a private stretch of beach, and The Heavenly Spa offering treatments from reflexology to deep tissue massage using locally… > See All the Details & Book

The 5-star, St. Regis Bora Bora was the setting for the 2009 comedy ‘Couple’s Retreat,’ starring Vince Vaughan, an extra publicity boost that such a confident, sophisticated resort really had very little need for. Its overwater bungalows are stunning and we’re sure you’ll be extremely impressed with almost everything this resort has to offer. Overwater Bungalows & Other Accommodation: The resort is spread out over 44 acres which includes a private lagoon and various beach areas. The accommodation is a mixture of overwater bungalows and beach villas, all of which are extremely spacious; the largest overwater bungalows and villas in Bora Bora in fact. The very smallest on offer at the St. Regis are 1550 ft² for example, with the… > See All the Details & Book

The family-friendly Four Seasons overwater bungalow resort forms an exclusive enclave by the coral reefs to the northeast of Bora Bora. We found their overwater bungalows more modernist than most and they have the feel of luxury design apartments where everything feels crisp, clean, and new. All come with tremendous views over Mount Otemanu and the lagoon, the overwater bungalows particularly, and the resort itself is a pleasure to stroll around with plenty to do and see, and a cozy, friendly, atmosphere throughout. Though the vibe is, this being Bora Bora, generally one of romantic indulgence, We think the Four Seasons takes care of children better than most with a kid’s club and plenty of organized activities. Overwater Bungalows &… > See All the Details & Book

There may be a lot of competition in overwater bungalows in Bora Bora and indeed in the broader region of French Polynesia, but we think the 5-star InterContinental Thalasso Bora Bora is really quite a place. It is located on its own private island, a 20-minute boat ride from Bora Bora Motu Mute Airport, and it is hard to overemphasize the extraordinary setting, with the craggy peak of Mount Otemanu towering above and the most beautifully clear turquoise waters you could imagine swaying gently all around. It also has consistently high levels of service, great facilities, and a laudable commitment to eco-friendly and sustainability principles, all of which, for us, make it stand out somewhat from the rest and lend… > See All the Details & Book