The Brando

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Tetiaroa Private Island
Arue
Tahiti, 98702
French Polynesia

The Brando is a unique luxury resort on French Polynesia's breathtaking private island of Tetiaroa, an atoll composed of a dozen small islands surrounding a sparkling lagoon 30 miles north of Tahiti. The Brando offers carefree luxury in pristine nature. With access to the island by private plane, the resort features thirty-five (35) villas and one (1) Teremoana Residence on white-sand beaches frequented by sea turtles and exotic birds.

The resort reflects ancient Polynesian cultures and each beachfront villa has its own private beach area and plunge pool. Our all-inclusive resort offers three restaurants showcasing Polynesian, French and Japanese cuisine, a spa overlooking a lily pond, an organic garden and orchard, a pool, a lagoon view bar, a beach bar, tennis courts and library.

Over 18 different activities & diversions are available to guests of The Brando from snorkel & kayak excursions, to naturalist tours, scuba diving, Polynesian cultural activities and some of the best open water fly & deep-sea fishing can be found in our waters, Come visit during our green sea turtle nesting (November thru January) & hatching season (February thru April)  or snorkel with the migrating humpback &gray whales during our spectacular whale season happening annually August thru early October.

The Brando is also a resort model for sustainable technology with sea water air-conditioning, recycling, organic gardening and solar & coconut oil natural energy. The Brando brings the past and future together into a place beyond time, invigorating the spirit and enriching all who visit with us.

EXCLUSIVE AMENITIES


  • Full Breakfast for two daily (Included in both rate options offered at the resort: All-Inclusive rate and Villa & Breakfast only rate).
  • 100 EUR Credit, per stay (not applicable toward purchases made at the Hinerava Pearl Shop, The Boutique, or Varua Te Ora Polynesian Spa). Not valid on room rate, no cash value if not redeemed in full)
  • Welcome Amenity
The following amenities are subject to availability at the time of check-in/departure:
  • Upgrade
  • Early Check-in
  • Late Check-out

Check In: 3:00 PM
Check Out: 11:00 AM

Number of Rooms: 36

One Bedroom Beachfront Pool Villa

We’ve carefully designed each private villa to blend into and enhance the serenity of your lush surroundings, so you’ll feel as though indoors and outdoors have merged together. The cozy sitting room is furnished with soft and comfortable chairs and sofas. To the side is a media room, where you can listen to music, watch a movie, or use WiFi to keep in touch with friends and family. A walk-through dressing area adjoins your spacious bedroom, where a king-size bed invites you to relax and gaze through a large window at the lagoon, visible through a screen of pandanus, miki miki, and coconut trees. The adjoining bathroom features an outdoor bathtub, set behind a wooden screen. The deck leads to a private, 107 square feet plunge pool.
  • Minimum occupancy (adults/children): 1
  • Maximum occupancy (adults/children under 12): 4
  • Bedding options: 1 king bed (or twin beds) + 1 sofa with 2 trundle beds in media room
  • Linens: Frette
  • Square footage : 1,033 square feet inside, 1,603 square feet outside, 107 square foot plunge pool
  • Meters squared: 96 m2 inside, 149 m2 outside, 10 m2 pool
  • No connecting rooms available
  • Air conditioning by SWAC (seawater)
  • Handicap accommodations: 2 villas are wheelchair accessible.
  • Furnishings: Modern furniture / Wood leather material
  • Key selling features: Private Island. Natural sanctuary, Sustainable luxury, and immensely private villa accommodations.

One Bedroom Family Beachfront Pool Villa

We’ve carefully designed each private villa to blend into and enhance the serenity of your lush surroundings, so you’ll feel as though indoors and outdoors have merged together. The cozy sitting room is furnished with soft and comfortable chairs and sofas.

To the side is a media room, where you will find two twin beds for children as well as a second satellite television and doors for privacy.

A walk-through dressing area adjoins the spacious master bedroom, where a king-size bed invites you to relax and gaze through a large window at the lagoon, visible through a screen of pandanus, miki miki, and coconut trees. The adjoining bathroom features an outdoor bathtub, set behind a wooden screen. The deck leads to a private, 107 square feet plunge pool.
  • Minimum occupancy (adults/children): 1
  • Maximum occupancy (adults/children under 12): 4
  • Bedding options: 1 king bed (or twin beds) + 1 sofa with 2 trundle beds in media room
  • Linens: Frette
  • Square footage: 1,033 square feet inside, 1,603 square feet outside, 107 square foot plunge pool
  • Meters squared: 96 m2 inside, 149 m2 outside, 10 m2 pool
  • No connecting rooms available
  • Air conditioning by SWAC (seawater)
  • Handicap accommodations: 2 villas are wheelchair accessible.
  • Furnishings: Modern furniture / Wood leather material
  • Key selling features: Private Island. natural sanctuary, sustainable luxury, & family-friendly bedding for older children.

Two-Bedroom Beachfront Pool Villa

Enjoy all the appointments of a one-bedroom villa plus many built-in extras in any of our four, 1,808 square feet, two-bedroom villas. Inside, a large, airy living room combines all the features of the one-bedroom villa’s sitting and media rooms, while giving you the sensation of spaciousness. T

he living room also provides you with a private dining area with seating for six, a kitchen, and a wide entryway onto a large, two-tiered deck.
  • Minimum occupancy (adults/children): 1
  • Maximum occupancy (adults/children): 4
  • Bedding options: 2 king beds (or twin beds)
  • Linens: Frette
  • Square footage : 1,808 square feet inside, 1,658 square feet outside 140 square foot pool
  • Meters squared: 168 m2 inside, 154 m2 outside, 13 m2 swimming pool
  • No connecting rooms available
  • Air conditioning via seawater
  • Furnishings: Modern furniture / Wood leather material
  • Key selling features: Private Island, natural sanctuary, ideal for families or couples traveling together

Three-Bedroom Beachfront Pool Villa

Our only Three-bedroom Beachfront villa provides an opportunity for friends or a larger family to stay together in an exclusive space with incredible lagoon and beach views.

This one-of-a-kind villa has all the features of the two-bedroom villa but on an even larger, more luxurious scale. The third bedroom is separated from the main villa by an above-ground walkway, and includes its own dressing room, bathroom, and outdoor bathtub. This third bedroom's location is ideal for grandparents or couples wanting a bit more privacy. We’ve also upgraded the furnishings of your private outdoor space, which includes an expanded deck and a 236 square feet pool.
  • Minimum occupancy (adults/children): 1 Maximum occupancy (adults/children): 6
  • Bedding options 3 king beds (or twin beds)
  • Linens: Frette
  • Square footage: 2,648 square feet inside, 2,217 square feet outside areas, and 236 square foot swimming pool
  • Meters squared: 246 m2 inside, 206 m2 outside recreation areas, and 22 m2 swimming pool.
  • Air conditioning via seawater (SWAC)
  • Furnishings: Modern furniture / Wood leather material
  • Key selling features: Private Island, natural sanctuary, sustainable travel, and expansive spaces for larger family groups.

Teremoana 3 1/2 Bedroom Pool Residence

The Teremoana Residence is the epitome of understated island luxury. Situated on 1.25 acres of private beach, it features three ensuite bathrooms with private terraces, living room, fully-equipped kitchen, dining area, media area, laundry room and over 3,000 feet of outdoor living space, including a large plunge pool. Like all of The Brando's accommodations, the design is understated Polynesian, and both uses and reflects the surrounding nature.

Teremoana features 3 full bedrooms & bathrooms as well as a smaller bedroom and bath perfectly designed for a nanny, private security or personal chef.

Guests of the Teremoana Residence may choose a plan that includes a butler only, or a full Private Services plan that includes a butler and chef on call 24/7.

This immensely private residence has an exclusive beach for private dining or activities and guests can be picked up at their private beach for any island activities or tours, in order to avoid passing through the resort's main areas.

Facilities

  • Boutiques
  • Beach
  • Library
  • Lounge Area
  • Fitness Center
  • Gift Shop
  • Tennis
  • Children's Activity Center
  • Fishing
  • Bar
  • Beachfront Restaurant
  • Billiard Room
  • Bird Watching
  • Boat Excursions
  • Cultural Programs
  • Massage Rooms
  • Meditation Room
  • Private Beach
  • Private Island
  • Restaurant
  • Spa Treatments
  • Water Sports

Guest Services

  • Concierge
  • Tours & Excursions
  • A/V Equipment
  • Banquet Services
  • Business Services
  • Complimentary Newspaper
  • Currency Exchange
  • Medical Services
  • Multilingual Staff
  • Secretarial Services
  • Shoe Shine Service
  • Wedding Arrangement
  • Complimentary Bikes
  • Entertainment
  • Guided Excursions
  • Honeymoon Planning
  • Kid's Club
  • The Explorer’s Club
  • 24-Hour Fitness Center
  • 24-Hour In room dining
  • 24-Hour Medical Service
  • 24-Hour Room Service
  • 24-Hour Security
  • 24-Hours Manager on Duty
  • Active Sport
  • Activities Lounge
  • Activities Program
  • Activity Desk
  • Airport Greeting
  • All-Inclusive
  • Art Classes
  • Arts & Crafts
  • Baby Cot and Folding Beds
  • Baby Sitting On Request
  • Babysitting on Request
  • Beach Cabanas
  • Beach Olympics
  • Beach Service
  • Bikes
  • Biking
  • Biking Tours
  • Bilingual Guides
  • Birdwatching
  • Board Games
  • Boat Service
  • Boat Tours
  • Butler service
  • Butler Service on Request
  • Card Games
  • Catering
  • Catering Services
  • Child Care Services
  • Childcare
  • Children's Amenities
  • Children's Program
  • Complimentary Afternoon Refreshment Station
  • Complimentary Beverage Service Daily
  • Complimentary Boat Excursions
  • Complimentary Champagne
  • Complimentary Daily Presentations
  • Complimentary Happy Hour
  • Complimentary Health Club Access
  • Complimentary High Speed Internet Access
  • Complimentary Hula Lessons and Lei Making
  • Complimentary Mini-bar
  • Complimentary Morning Coffee Service
  • Complimentary Transportation to Airport
  • Complimentary Watersports Equipment
  • Complimentary Wireless (Wi-Fi) Internet
  • Complimentary Wireless (WiFi) Internet
  • Concierge Services
  • Cooking Classes
  • Cooking School
  • Cultural Events
  • Custom Itinerary Planning
  • Dance Lessons
  • Dancing School
  • Diving Classes
  • Dry Cleaning and Laundry Services
  • Educational Activities
  • Electrical adapters & Power Converters for International Guests
  • Evening Turndown Service
  • Excursions
  • Family Activities
  • Fishing & Crabbing
  • Fitness Classes
  • Foreign Money Exchange
  • Front Desk
  • Guest Relation Manager
  • Guest Services Desk
  • Guided Tours
  • Handicap Services
  • Heated Pool
  • Helicopter Scenic Tours
  • Historic Sites
  • Housekeeping
  • In room tea & coffee making facilities
  • In Villa Check-In
  • In-room Safe Deposit Box
  • Kid's Camp
  • Laundry Service
  • Live Music
  • Live Shows
  • Luxury Experiences
  • Massage Service
  • Medical Service on Call
  • Meditation
  • Movie Nights
  • Outdoor Activities
  • Overnight Laundry and Dry Cleaning Services
  • Packing and Unpacking Service Upon Request
  • Personal Concierge Service
  • Personal Trainers
  • Pool Service
  • Private Dining
  • Private Jet Plane Service
  • Private Trainer
  • Property Walks
  • Room Service
  • Safe-Deposit Boxes
  • Scuba Diving
  • Security
  • Shipping Services
  • Shopping
  • Sightseeing & Excursions
  • Sport Equipment Rental
  • Sustainable Living Classes
  • Swimming Pool
  • Technology Helpdesk
  • Tennis Lessons
  • Transportation Arrangement
  • Travel Services
  • Twice-Daily Housekeeping
  • Vegan Dining
  • VIP Assistance
  • Wake Up Service
  • Walking Trails
  • Water Activities
  • Water Sport
  • Wedding Facilities
  • Wedding Vow Renewal Ceremonies
  • Welcome Amenities
  • Welcome beverages
  • Welcome Drink
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Wi-Fi
  • Wine Cellar
  • Yoga
  • Activities Center
  • Airport Transfers
  • Airport Transportation
  • All-Inclusive Upon Request
  • Art School
  • Baby Cribs Available
  • Baggage Storage Services
  • Bicycle Rentals
  • Bike Rental
  • Boat Excursions
  • Cable television
  • Charging facilities in room
  • Complimentary Airport Shuttle
  • Complimentary Local Transportation
  • Complimentary Shuttle to the Beach
  • Concierge Desk
  • Cooking Demonstration
  • Culinary Experiences
  • Cycling Trails
  • Dining Experience
  • Early Morning Coffee
  • Event Planning
  • Express Check-In
  • Express Check-Out
  • Facial Treatments
  • Guest Services Team
  • Hairdryer
  • Health and Wellness Center
  • Helicopter Service
  • History Tours
  • In-room Check-in
  • In-room minibar
  • Island Walk
  • Laundry and Valet Service
  • Laundry Facilities
  • LGBTQ+ Welcoming
  • Live Performance
  • Local Experiences
  • Luggage Assistance
  • Mail Services
  • Meeting Planning
  • Morning Lobby Coffee Service
  • Nature Walks
  • On-Site Transport Company
  • Personal Check-In Service
  • Photographer on Request
  • Picnic Catering
  • Pillow Menu
  • Postal Services
  • Private Butler Upon Request
  • Registration Desk
  • Sightseeing
  • Spa
  • Special Occasion Turndown
  • Stargazing
  • Teens Club
  • Tour Desk
  • Turndown Service
  • WIFI
  • Workshops

Beachcomber Cafe

Beachcomber Cafe  offers exceptional lagoon and ocean views, whether you decide to dine indoors or on the beach. Dishes include a varied menu of Polynesian-inspired dishes alongside classic French cuisine.

At this restaurant and our other dining venues you will enjoy the freshest of ingredients. Every day, our chef selects for the day’s dishes organically grown fruits and vegetables from our own gardens and orchards. These may include mangos, papayas, tomatoes, green beans, lettuce, cucumbers, tomatoes, squash, avocados, breadfruit, bananas, limes, watermelon and more. And our fish and shellfish are from Polynesian waters.

Les Mutinés

For a more intimate dinner experience, head to Les Mutinés. Shaped like the hull of a ship to evoke the story of the Mutiny on the Bounty, the interior is all subdued elegance, with sable-colored glass chandeliers and gossamer curtains between the tables. Chef Pierre Lecorne and his expert team offer a gastronomic menu of French specialties with a Polynesian influence. 

This restaurant includes an extensive, world-class wine cellar in a carefully climate-controlled glass enclosure.

Te Manu

Te Manu Bar

Located on the second floor, this open-air bar features spectacular views of the lagoon, distant motus and sunsets. In addition to the main lounge, there are several private tree-level seating areas that can be reached on walkways through the palm canopy.

Bob's Bar

This is a very casual setting on the beach for conversation and making friends. The bar is named for Marlon Brando’s factotum (assistant) on film sets. At the end of many days, Brando and Bob would wind up at the bar for long talks. Eventually the bar at Marlon Brando’s lodge, Tetiaora Village, became known as Bob’s Bar. Our Bob’s Bar has retained the original bar from the lodge Brando built. We have kept the name in honor of Bob and all others who have worked, and continue to work, anonymously to bring Brando’s visions to life.

Nami

The Brando takes dinner enjoyment to a new level with Nami. Located inside the Beachcomber Café, Nami seats just eight guests and offers a gastronomic menu with meat specialties (“Riku”) and seafood (“Umi”), Japanese desserts and a fine selection of sake and beers from Japan.

Chef Kaito Nakamura joined The Brando in 2018, with an impressive resume that includes working as a sushi chef and sous-chef in Tokyo and Paris, and two of Tahiti’s top hotels.
 

In-Villa Dining

In-Villa dining is the perfect complement to a lazy day. Whether breakfast, lunch or dinner, our team will create a culinary journey for you in the privacy of your villa, villa beach or on your private outdoor deck or fare (covered dining area).

Map / Location

Nearby airports:

  • Papeete, Tahiti, Society Islands [Faaa], French Polynesia (30 Miles (20-minute by flight))