The Brando
Arue,
Synonymous with supreme luxury since its 2014 debut, The Brando swaps showy indulgence for quiet brilliance, a mix of pristine beauty with cutting-edge eco-consciousness. Set on the Tetiaroa atoll, 30 miles from Tahiti, it’s a place of history and mystique. Once a retreat for Tahitian royalty and a Spanish explorer’s refuge, the island captivated Marlon Brando during the Sixties. He fought for years to claim it, laying the groundwork for the rigorous conservation ethos that defines the resort today. No wonder Hollywood’s glitterati, royalty and even Barack Obama (tipped off by Leonardo DiCaprio) have checked in. Rising from turquoise waters, its 36 villas – wrapped in tropical forest – ooze seclusion and elegance. This isn’t your average all-inclusive: think spa treatments, world-class wines and endless activities woven into your stay. Dining dazzles with a menu spanning Polynesian classics, teppanyaki and Jean Imbert’s showstopping French dishes at Les Mutinés. Evenings call for a Dirty Old Bob cocktail at Brando’s original bar. Days unfold like dreams: whale watching, diving, ukulele lessons, or lounging in your villa’s dappled shade.
Key Information
- Rooms: 35
- Starting Rate: $800
- High Season: May-October
- Dining: Les Mutinés
- Drinking: Bob's Bar
- At the Hotel: Swimming pool, beach
- 689 40 86 63 00
- Visit The Brando's Website
Location
Tetiaroa, Arue, 98702
