Sofitel Kia Ora Moorea Beach Resort

Name: Sofitel Kia Ora Moorea Beach Resort
Address: Moorea-Maiao, PF
Telephone: +689 40 86 66 66
Rating: 4.5

Moorea-Maiao, Tahiti & French Polynesia·4.5(1,605 reviews)

✦Moorea — quieter than Bora Bora, 20 min from Tahiti✦Dolphins, rays and sharks in the lagoon✦Dramatic volcanic peak backdrop✦Excellent snorkeling from overwater bungalows✦Sofitel luxury standards✦Fewer crowds than Bora Bora

The Overwater Experience

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Above the lagoon

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Volcanic peak views

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Direct snorkeling access

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Private deck

Sofitel Kia Ora sits on Moorea — Bora Bora's quieter, lusher neighbour, 20 minutes by ferry from Tahiti. The overwater bungalows sit above a calm lagoon with excellent snorkeling (dolphins, rays, reef sharks) and views of Moorea's dramatic volcanic peaks. A serene alternative to Bora Bora with equally spectacular overwater conditions.

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Above the lagoonVolcanic peak viewsDirect snorkeling accessPrivate deck

What guests say about the villas

Moorea is often overlooked for Bora Bora but delivers equally stunning overwater conditions with fewer crowds and easier Tahiti access. Guests rave about the marine life.

❝"Moorea — equally stunning overwater as Bora Bora with fewer crowds"

❝"Dolphins, rays and reef sharks visible from the overwater bungalow"

❝"Volcanic peaks and turquoise lagoon — arguably more dramatic than Bora Bora"

Dining

Hinarere

French Polynesian

Fresh Polynesian cuisine with local fish and tropical flavours.

Toatea

International

All-day dining with lagoon views.

Resort amenities

🐬 Dolphins in the lagoon

🦈 Reef sharks snorkeling

🏔️ Volcanic peak views

🏊 Overwater pool area

💆 Hélène Spa

🤿 Lagoon snorkeling centre

🎾 Water sports

📶 Free WiFi

Why Bora Bora for overwater?

🌺Birthplace of the overwater bungalow — invented here in 1967

🦈Swim with rays and sharks in the turquoise lagoon

🏔️Mount Otemanu backdrop makes every photo extraordinary

💑The world's #1 honeymoon destination

Best time to visit

May – OctDry season

Less humid, best visibility. Most popular.

Nov – AprWet season

Lush scenery, short showers, lower rates.

💡 July–August is peak. May–June and Sep–Oct offer best balance of weather and price.

Quick info

Check-in/out

15:00 / 11:00

Airport

Bora Bora (BOB)

Currency

XPF (French Pacific)

Language

French / Tahitian

Best months

May – Oct

Overwater villas — FAQ

Is Moorea better than Bora Bora?

Moorea offers equally stunning overwater conditions with fewer tourists, easier access from Tahiti and often lower prices. The marine life — dolphins, rays, sharks — is excellent.

How do you get to Moorea?

20-minute ferry from Tahiti's Papeete, or a 7-minute inter-island flight.