Neighborhood guide
Where to Stay in Bora Bora
The 3 areas worth basing yourself in Bora Bora, French Polynesia — ranked by our editors, with walking distances from the center. First-timers: start with Vaitape.
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Top pick
Vaitape
Main-island town with the ferry pier, banks, markets, restaurants.
20 min walk from center
#2
Matira Beach
The one public swimmable beach on the main island — white sand, calm shallow water.
4.1 km from center
#3
Motu Toopua / Motu Piti Aau
The two islet chains ringing the lagoon — where the top resorts sit.
4.1 km from center
Getting around
Fly Air Tahiti from Papeete (Tahiti) — 50 minutes. From the Bora Bora airport (Motu Mute island), your resort will send a boat.
Rent a bike or scooter on the main island — the 32km ring road is flat and scenic. Motu (island resort) guests need a boat to reach the main island.