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You'll find the whole range of accommodations on the island, from camping grounds to five-star resorts.
Most places to stay in Bora Bora are found on the main island's southern end or on the many outlying motu. The most famous type of accommodation is the over-water bungalows, which used to be found only on the island because of its constantly calm waters. Tahiti happens to be one of the few places on earth where the tides hardly change.
Hotel Bora Bora, the first prominent complex on the island, pioneered the over-water bungalow. This resort with three exclusive beaches will be closing on October for a complete reconstruction, and will reopen in time for its golden anniversary celebration in 2011.
Bora Bora Pearl Beach Resort and Spa aims to protect Tahiti's natural heritage like the South Sea Black Pearl. This five-star resort on motu Tevairoa installed a man-made coral nursery to shelter Bora Bora's native marine life. Similarly, Le Meridien Bora Bora hosts a sanctuary for the Hawksbill Turtle, along with a good view of Mount Otemanu.
St. Regis Bora Bora is part of the St. Regis worldwide chain of hotels, and features spa and sports amenities. Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban spent their honeymoon in this highly-private resort..
Bora Bora Lagoon Resort and Spa offers honeymoon packages and Tahitian themed wedding arrangements. This was hailed by forbes.com magazine as one of the best beach resorts in the world.
The newest big resort is the Four Seasons Resort Bora Bora, which offers an array of land and sea excursions. You can watch local divers feed rays and sharks, or go on a mountain climb, or a safari fide on a 4WD.
These resorts are by no means the only way to stay here. There are plenty of alternatives to a Bora Bora hotel. On Vaitape you'll find bungalows and family-run pensions located on the mountain slopes or near the beach. They feature rooms, flexible terms and kitchen, baths, beds and linens. The nicer ones will have private houses on their own island.
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