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The Brando

Tetiaroa, Windward Islands, Arue, French Polynesia

Overview


Insider Tip

Tetiaroa was once Marlon Brando’s personal retreat. He was passionate about preserving Tetiaroa’s cultural richness, natural beauty, and incredible biodiversity. The Brando is that dream brought to life.

Overview

Property Location
The atoll of Tetiaroa lies 30 miles north of the main island of Tahiti. Access to the island, and the resort, are by Air Tetiaroa from Tahiti-Faa’a International Airport. There is a private departure lounge at the airport, from which guests board the twice-daily flight, which takes about 15 minutes’ flying time.
Polynesian royal retreat
Originally a retreat for Polynesian royalty the private island of Tetiaroa is an exquisite eco oasis with a crystalline blue lagoon.
Rooms
Teremoana Residence – From April 2022, the sprawling, three-bedroom Teremoana Residence will be available, either with a butler or with a full “Private Services” team that includes a butler, housekeeper, maître d’hôtel and chef. The Residence is on Mermaid Bay, on 1.25 acres of private beach. The three bedrooms are all ensuite and have private, furnished terraces. There is a spacious living room with media and dining areas, and a fully-equipped kitchen. Indoor and outdoor living spaces are each 3,000 square feet plus; the rear of the Residence features a large pool leading onto the beach and the lagoon.
Amenities
Enjoy a relaxing spa treatment at the Varua Te Ora Polynesian Spa, which features treatment rooms, a hamman, cold plunge with waterfall, tea room, and unique massage bungalow in the treetops. There is also a 24-hour fitness center, tennis court, swimming pool, concierge desk, library, Kids’ Club, boutique and pearl shop. The resort shares the island with Tetiaroa Society, a nonprofit organization that hosts researchers and undertakes programs to protect the atoll and educate students and visitors about its ecosystems. Tetiaroa Society has a research station facility on the motu of Onetahi, where the resort is situated. Dedicated staff are available for organizing special events, celebrations and weddings.
Dining
The Brando has three restaurants and two bars, as well as 24-hour in-villa service. Beachcomber Café is the main, all-day restaurant, serving breakfast, lunch and dinner in a casual beach setting. Les Mutinés, open for dinner only, serves gourmet cuisine and boasts an extensive wine cellar. Nami is the resort’s intimate teppanyaki restaurant. It is located inside the Beachcomber Café. Bob’s Bar, named after Marlon Brando’s friend, is located on the main beach; Te Manu Bar is a unique second-story bar that has seating nooks connected by walkways in the treetops.
Unique Dining Options
Private dinners on the beach with musicians and dancers, a meal prepared by our chef at the guests’ villa, or a gourmet chef-prepared beach barbecue are all available. The Brando is also pleased to offer a range of vegan selections created by chef Kelvin Au-Ieong.
Business, Other Amenities
All rooms and public areas have WiFi; there is a well-appointed conference room that accommodates 14 people in a U-shaped configuration.
Property Location You'll be on the waterfront with a stay at The Brando in Arue.
Rooms Make yourself at home in one of the 36 air-conditioned rooms featuring private pools and Smart televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with down comforters and premium bedding. Rooms have private furnished patios. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms with separate bathtubs and showers feature deep soaking bathtubs and rainfall showerheads.
Amenities Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages, body treatments, and facials. After dipping into one of the 2 spa tubs, you can spend some time at the private beach. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and babysitting (surcharge).
Dining All-inclusive rates are available at this hotel. Meals and beverages at onsite dining establishments are included in all-inclusive rates. Charges may be applied for dining at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, some beverages, and other amenities.

Enjoy international cuisine at Beachcomber Cafe, one of the hotel's 3 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Snacks are also available at the coffee shop/cafe. When you are in need of a refreshing drink, visit the poolside bar or one of 2 bars/lounges, or 2 beach bars. A complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Business, Other Amenities Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. This hotel has 2 meeting rooms available for events.

Airport:

PPT - Faaa

Details


Amenities

  • In-room climate control (heating)
  • Furnished patio
  • Toilet with electronic bidet
  • Premium bedding
  • Closed captioned TV
  • Electric kettle
  • Satellite TV service
  • Guidebooks or recommendations
  • Smart TV
  • In-room childcare (surcharge)
  • Electrical adapters/chargers
  • Children's dinnerware
  • Espresso maker
  • Number of beds - 2
  • Desk
  • Designer toiletries
  • Private plunge pool
  • Child-size slippers
  • Premium TV channels
  • Child-size bathrobes
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Shampoo
  • Lever door handles
  • Wet bar
  • Slippers
  • In-room massage available
  • Down comforter
  • Air conditioning
  • Rollaway/extra beds (free)
  • Pay movies
  • Yard
  • Sofa bed
  • Separate sitting area
  • Non-Smoking
  • Area rug/s in room
  • Television
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Champagne service
  • Desk chair
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Dining table
  • Turndown service
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Separate dining area
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Ceiling fan
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding available
  • Phone
  • In-room playpen
  • Restaurant dining guide
  • Towels provided
  • Minibar (stocked, free items)
  • Highchair
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Baby monitor
  • Day bed
  • Art supplies
  • Wireless internet access
  • Children's books
  • Mobile key entry
  • Streaming services
  • TV size measurement: inch
  • Private bathroom
  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • TV size: 55
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • In-room safe
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Room service (24 hours)
  • Free bottled water
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Private pool
  • Wheelchair-width doorways
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Wheelchair-accessible bathroom vanity
  • Portable shower seat
  • Roll-in shower
  • Location - ground floor
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Grab bar - in shower
  • Office
  • No rollaway/extra beds

Property Amenities

All-Inclusive Rates include:

  • All meals in the dining venues (Deluxe items are available at an additional charge).
  • 24-hour dining in the privacy of the Villa. A surcharge may apply from 10:00 pm to 6:00 am.
  • Most beverages (bottled water, soft drinks, beers, wine, champagnes and spirits).
  • Premium wines, French champagnes and spirits are available at an additional charge served at our venues.
  • One excursion per person per day from a list of proposed activities, on a shared basis.
  • One 50 minute spa treatment daily per Villa (based on number of rooms in villa).
  • Access to the fitness center and tennis court.
  • Internet access from both the villa and public areas.
  • Beach equipment: kayak, paddle board, outrigger canoe, snorkeling gear.
  • A bicycle per person at the villa (also available for children).
  • 24/7 unlimited online access to a worldwide selection of newspapers and magazines.
  • Unlimited WiFi Internet access from the villa and all public areas.

  • Renewable energy source - solar
  • Proposal/romance packages available
  • Babysitting or childcare (surcharge)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Water sports equipment
  • Swimming nearby
  • Bicycle equipment shop on site
  • Free WiFi
  • Bicycle parking available
  • Number of bars/lounges - 2
  • Number of poolside bars - 1
  • Number of spa tubs - 2
  • Number of beach bars - 2
  • Number of outdoor pools - 1
  • Braille or raised signage
  • Bicycle repair station
  • Nature reserve
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Vegetable garden
  • Vegan menu options available
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • No accessible shuttle
  • Vegetarian menu options available
  • Wheelchair-accessible on-site restaurant
  • Outdoor tennis courts - 1
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Concerts/live shows
  • Evening entertainment
  • Wheelchair-accessible meeting spaces/business center
  • Number of coffee shops/cafes - 1
  • Ecotours on site
  • Laundry facilities
  • Children's club (free)
  • Supervised childcare/activities (free)
  • Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
  • Infant/toddler toys
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Table tennis
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Helicopter/airplane tours on site
  • Arcade/game room
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Hiking/biking trails on site
  • Garden
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Free use of nearby fitness center
  • Beach towels
  • 24-hour fitness facilities
  • Boat tours on site
  • Fishing on site
  • Free bicycles on site
  • Art gallery on site
  • Private picnics
  • Couples/private dining
  • Designer stores on site
  • Luggage storage
  • Pool toys
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Playground on site
  • Library
  • Rowing or canoeing on site
  • Kayaking on site
  • Terrace
  • Motor boating on site
  • Tennis on site
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Number of meeting rooms - 2
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fitness classes on site
  • Scuba diving on site
  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast
  • On private beach
  • Stroller
  • Free breakfast
  • Daily
  • Barbecue grill(s)
  • Turkish bath/Hammam
  • Coffee/tea in common areas
  • Snorkeling on site
  • Canoe on site
  • Beach toys
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Health or beauty spa nearby
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Spa treatment room(s)
  • Health club
  • Full-service spa
  • Yoga classes/instruction on site
  • Boat and paddles on site
  • Boat on site
  • Registration desk height (centimeters) - 71
  • Registration desk height (inches) - 28
  • Stairwell handrail height (inches) - 42
  • Children's toys
  • Children's games
  • Billiards or pool table
  • Stairwell handrail height (centimeters) - 107
  • Number of restaurants - 3
  • Sauna
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Pool sun loungers
  • Wheelchair accessible path of travel
  • 24-hour business center
  • Year Built - 2015
  • Number of buildings/towers - 40
  • Total number of rooms - 36
  • Number of floors - 1

Recreation

Distances are calculated in a straight line from the property's location to the point of interest or attraction, and may not reflect actual travel distance.

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

The nearest major airport is Tahiti Faaa Intl. Airport (PPT) - 59.7 km / 37.1 mi.

  • Aerobics
  • Bird watching
  • Fishing
  • Helicopter/airplane sightseeing
  • Kayaking
  • Running track/path
  • Scuba diving
  • Swimming
  • Tennis
  • Whale-watching
  • Windsurfing
  • Yoga classes/instruction

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