The Brando | Polinesia

The Brando | Polinesia

The Brando is the ultimate private island resort, located on the Tetiaroa Atoll in French Polynesia. Tetiaroa spreads over a spectacular three-mile-wide lagoon surrounded by magnificent and unpolluted small islands (motu) reserved exclusively to resort guests.

The property can be reached by a 20-minute private flight from Papeete International Airport, Tahiti.

The Brando offers only 36 private villas, each with a pool overlooking the ocean and a private sandy beach that provides access to the lagoon inhabited by sea turtles and tropical fish.

Il Beachcomber Cafe, aperto tutto il giorno, è il luogo ideale per immortalare i tramonti; Les Mutines offre una cucina raffinata e stellata; Nami è un locale intimo da otto posti che serve il classico teppanyaki preparato dallo chef giapponese Kaito Nakamura.

The hotel offers three restaurants serving Polynesian-inspired dishes, fusion, traditional French cuisine and Japanese specialties. The Beachcomber Cafe, which is opened all day, is a great place to capture sunsets; Les Mutines offers Michelin-starred fine dining; and Nami is an intimate eight-seater serving classic teppanyaki prepared by the Japanese chef Kaito Nakamura.

Varua Te Ora Polynesian Spa is a unique spa located in the heart of the motu. Here you'll find the iconic Fare Manu ("Bird's Nest") massage bungalow in the treetops, indoor treatment villas and an outdoor massage pavilion overlooking a stunning lake covered with lilies. Meanwhile, you can enjoy a steam room, relax area and 24-hour fitness center.

Moreover, The Brando boasts one of the largest organic vegetable gardens in French Polynesia, where a wide variety of fruits and vegetables are grown for the resort's restaurants; the bar Te Manu, which is nestled in the palm canopy with a majestic view of the lagoon; Bob's Bar on the beach, next to a large infinity pool, is a social gathering place at the resort; a natural grass tennis court; a Polynesian cultural center; two boutiques; and an environmental research station run by the Tetiaroa Society team.

Finally, the resort offers a wide range of activities and sports opportunities. Each beach villa provides a bicycle that allows guests to explore the island's trails, enjoy picnic on your favorite beach, or discover Jack's Cold Plunge, the ultimate wellness ritual. You can choose to go snorkeling or dive with tropical fish, sail or paddle board to a nearby motu, kayak over coral gardens, test your deep-sea fishing and fly-fishing skills in the lagoon, explore Bird Island and visit wild lagoons, or even take part of a guided tour of the pioneering Sustainable Technology and Science EcoStation.