Le Taha’a by Pearl Resorts was the first member of the prestigious Relais & Châteaux collection in French Polynesia, and it remains the gold standard for authentic Polynesian luxury. The island is often called "The Vanilla Island" due to the fragrant plantations on the nearby main island. The resort is built to respect the natural environment, using local materials like bamboo, exotic woods, and coral stone. It is home to one of the most famous "Coral Gardens" in the world, where guests can drift with the current over vibrant marine life right off the resort's shore.
Accommodations & Design The resort features 45 overwater suites and 13 beach villas, all designed in traditional Tahitian style with thatched roofs and open-air layouts.
Overwater Suites: Divided into categories based on their view (Taha’a, Sunset, or Bora Bora). Each features a glass-bottom floor panel, an oversized deck with direct lagoon access, and a deep soaking tub.
Pool Beach Villas: Set directly on the sand, these villas offer a private plunge pool, an enclosed tropical garden, and an outdoor bathtub.
Royal Pool Beach Villa (Primary Suite): The island’s ultimate residence. This 2,800-sq-ft compound features two independent bedrooms, each with its own bathroom, a large central living room, and a massive private pool set in a lushly landscaped yard.
Design: Authentic "Marquesan" aesthetic with hand-carved woods, woven coconut "nape" ropes, and traditional tapa cloth accents.
Amenities & Inclusions Le Taha’a provides a sophisticated, culturally rich guest experience:
The Tāvai Spa: Tucked into a bamboo forest overlooking a small interior lake, offering traditional "Taurumi" massages using Tahitian Monoi oil.
Gastronomy: Three distinct restaurants, including Hawaiki Nui (set in the treetops) and The Ohiri (French-Polynesian fusion fine dining).
Marine Activities: World-class snorkeling in the Coral Garden, guided tours of vanilla plantations and pearl farms, and sunset cruises.
Inclusions: Complimentary snorkeling gear, kayaks, and outrigger canoes.
How Private Is This Island? Privacy is at the heart of the Le Taha’a experience. Because the resort is located on a private motu detached from the main island, there is no public access or outside foot traffic. The overwater suites are spaced and angled specifically to ensure that decks are not overlooked by neighbors. The "End of Pontoon" suites offer the highest level of seclusion, with 180-degree views of the horizon. It is a secure, tranquil sanctuary where the only "intruders" are the tropical fish visible through the glass panels in your floor.
