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Blue Heaven Island

Beachfront hotel for sun and fun

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Bungalow, Lagoon View
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Reception
Garden

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free airport shuttle
  • On private beach
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant

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Blue Heaven Island, Motu Paahi Faanui, Bora Bora, Bora Bora, 98730
  • Le Bora Bora Resort Beach
  • White Valley Reef
  • Vaitape Harbor
  • Bora Bora (BOB-Motu Mute)

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About the area

Bora Bora

At Blue Heaven Island, you'll be 1.2 km (0.7 mi) from White Valley Reef. Highlights at this beachfront hotel include a private beach, a restaurant and free self-parking. .Enjoy access to kayaking and snorkelling. Other amenities include Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Continental breakfast is available. There's also the convenience of a free airport shuttle. .In the area of this Bora Bora hotel, you'll find Matira Beach.

Restaurants

  • ‪Pora-Pora Coffee Shop - ‬14 min walk
  • Lagoon Restaurant- Jean Georges- Bora Bora
  • Le Tipanie Terrace
  • Varavara
  • Te Pahu

About this property

Blue Heaven Island

Beachfront hotel for sun and fun
Step outside to feel the sun on your face and the sand in your toes on the white sand beach. Have fun in the sun at Blue Heaven Island with summer activities such as snorkelling and kayaking.

There's a restaurant on site. Public spaces have WiFi and wired Internet for a fee. Self parking is free.

This Bora Bora hotel is smoke free.

  • 5 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
Blue Heaven Island offers 5 accommodations with a ceiling fan. This Bora Bora hotel provides wireless Internet access for a surcharge. Bathrooms include a shower. Cots/infant beds (complimentary) are also available.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (XPF 500 per hour)
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (XPF 500 per hour); wired internet (surcharge)

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour free return airport shuttle at scheduled times
  • Shopping centre shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast available for a fee: XPF 2,500 per person
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Kayaking
  • Snorkelling

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a private beach
  • On the waterfront

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift (single-level property)

More

  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Ceiling fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 11:00 AM; check-in end time: 2:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests must transfer via Boat to the property; guests must contact the property at least 72 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking
This property offers transfers from the airport; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 7 days before arrival with check-in instructions; your host will greet you

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: XPF 50.00 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately XPF 2500 per person
  • Fee for in-room wireless Internet: XPF 500 per hour (rates may vary)
  • Fee for wireless Internet in public areas: XPF 500 per hour (rates may vary)
  • Fee for wired Internet in public areas: XPF 500 per hour (rates may vary)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children aged 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Blue Heaven Island?

Blue Heaven Island offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Blue Heaven Island?

Yep, Blue Heaven Island has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Blue Heaven Island?

The closest beach to Blue Heaven Island is Matira Beach (9.9 km).

Is Blue Heaven Island family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a private beach and laundry facilities, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Blue Heaven Island is a hit with families.

Does Blue Heaven Island serve breakfast?

You bet, continental brekkie is on offer at Blue Heaven Island.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Blue Heaven Island?

Yep, there's a free airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day at scheduled times.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Blue Heaven Island?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Blue Heaven Island's onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Blue Heaven Island?

Check-in begins at 11:00 AM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Blue Heaven Island?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Blue Heaven Island Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 48 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 48 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 48 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 48 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 48 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tiprin

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Blue Heaven Island is not a hotel. It’s like staying at your friend’s private island. Jimmy and Eli will treat you as their own houseguests, welcoming you with kindness and an eagerness to please. There is absolutely nothing on the island but nature itself. No cars, restaurants, tv, or bars. It is nature’s paradise. Jimmy’s French-Polynesian cooking is sublime and for a fee they can take you to the main island of Bora Bora if you want to shop or visit an island attraction. My children spent hours snorkeling in the lagoon, eating mangoes, and looking for crabs. I had quality time with myself and my book. My children had freedom to play in the shallow placid water without any people around to worry about. The kayaks are free, the fish are everywhere and the sunsets are beyond postcard perfect. If you are coming to the islands for the quintessential tourist protocol I suggest a big hotel. You won’t find a drop of alcohol here except for what you bring yourself. If you are coming to have a true island experience, alone with very few people, Blue Heaven Island is a humble retreat I feel so lucky to have known. It’s important to know this is not the Four Seasons, these are real bungalows with real palm roofs and real coral reefs and all the discomforts that may come with that. We did not suffer a bit, but this is not a luxury resort. I imagine there are few places left on the planet that are this isolated and yet open to the public. It is a gem.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

2/10 Terrible

Kristine

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location I discovered while snorkeling but sadly a total scam. I booked and paid for a room for two nights, the hotel emailed to say there was no availability but never cancelled the reservation, even though I asked them to (if the cancellation came from me, Orbitz would have charged a cancellation fee). Not only was it stressful not knowing if I had a place ro stay, but also Blue Heaven took the money for a hotel stay that never happened. (There are no water taxis, so there is no way to get there without their help/pickup). No refund, no apology, no communication whatsoever. I have been trying to reach them ever since - by phone, email, orbitz - but have never been able to reach them again. Orbitz is unwilling to refund the charge. So really a combined Orbitz/Blue Heaven scam. Stay away. There are so many beautiful, affordable, family-run hotels on Bora Bora. Don’t let this place ruin your holiday.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Host was excellent and place was unique.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Blue Heaven is truly heavenly

We loved our stay at Blue Heaven! Jimmy made the trip incredibly special for us. Our experience was unforgettable. The snorkeling is out of this world!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Thor

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Lovely, a little rough

The good: the snorkeling, view and ambience here is close to ideal. The channel next to this motu is perfect (its where the pricey resorts bring guests to snorkel - but they wont impact your stay). We spent most of the day on the raised decks watching the colors and changing weather. Its incredibly beautiful. You can snorkel from the beach and you are instantly there - or go for a 2 hour float around the channel. There are several good paddle boats. Host Jimmie - chef, snorkel guide and coconut master - provides wholesome meals and as much or little assistance as you need. (Meal prices were about $40 for dinner and $25 for breakfast - brkfst was pretty much same every morning). The not-so-good: No wine or spirits. Fortunately we came fortified with enough of our own supply of cocktails, but evening wine was missed. I suppose you can be taken into town (for a price) to get your own. This may be due to the recent covid issues - we were the only ones at the resort - and i believe the websight says they do have wine? There are no chairs outside your bungalow. This is not a place you will find very comfortable hanging out in your room. The property feels a bit worn and unkempt - again, not sure if this a temporary condition due to lack of guests. The motu has several other structures on it, some abandoned, some occupied, so you wont have the island all to yourself Overall this is a wonderful alternative to the absurdly priced big resorts and will get you closer to nature.
Nasty weather coming
One of the day palapas
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

2/10 Terrible

brooke

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Terrible no restaurant your living at their house no food for lunch only breakfast and dinner no drinks or food if your hungry and no wifi nothing to do
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

ronald

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fun place for two nights to stay

if you are looking to experience an Motu Island in Bora Bora I highly recommended Blue Heaven Island. Best Staff and truly relaxing. One thing, bring mosquito repellent! and also no AC
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
We really like the view and the spot itself for the snorkelling, it was great. The homemade dinner with fresh tuna steak or tuna sashimi etc was excellent. The complimentary dessert was really good too. We didn’t really like the absence of few services like wifi or to have to pay to go to the main island.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Vladik, Las Vegas

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really loved this place! The staff there is just amazing! Very helpful and kind. Makes you feel like you are family. The snorkeling there is probably the best on the island and you can use all of there kayaks and gear for free. The food they make is great and very well served! It is not like one of those big resorts it is more natural and real so do not expect any marble flooring or other crazy resort things. Definitely an amazing place that must be visited!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic staff, great snorkelling location, great rustic resort
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
That was a real discovery. I had a fabulous time with wonderful hosts and a beautiful, quiet, and serene location. Sleeping with the sound of the waves. Just fabulous and I’ll be back for sure. Thank you to Elie, Marie-Ange, and Jimmy. Merci pour ce moment de détente si bien apprécié.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jessie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Blue Heaven Island is a slice of heaven on earth; tranquil and stunning--it's a once in a lifetime experience while in magical Bora Bora! You'll also appreciate the rustic touches and wonderful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Notre séjour à Blue Heaven était parfait. Non seulement l'endroit est idyllique (jardins de coraux à voir en snorkeling, calme, coucher de soleil au bout du motu...) mais en plus, l'équipe d'hôtes est aux petits soins. Certes, il faut savoir qu'il n'y a que l'essentiel (pas de wifi, pas de shop, pas d'AC...) mais c'est justement cela que l'on recherche.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Akiko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Unforgettable stay!

People were all friendly and served nice food! Best spot for snorkel lover!! They caught sea urchins when I requested. She made us really memorable stay. Wished they had kettle in the room...
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect Idyllic Island

Blue heaven is perfect if you are longing for rustic seclusion on your own Pacific tropical island. It is authentic, genuine, and warm. Snorkel, sunbathe, eat coconuts as they fall out of the tree. Sleep without air conditioning under a mosquito net. If this sounds right to you, you will love it as we did.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This is a very cozy quiet private island at the most natural conditions, no luxury facilities like other resort areas, if you are looking for a getaway and enjoy the nature. this is the best place!!! Location is just next to the Borabora airport. Staff there is so friendly, especially Jimmy was so nice and take care of us, and showing us around. And their two little dogs were so cute and getting along with us sometimes. The meal provided is simple and nice, table setting was dedicated, food was unexpectedly yummy and fresh. We love and enjoy our stay there so much!! The canoe trip around the little islands is really recommended!! you will be surrounded by the green and blue crystal clear water with nobody there!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A peace of heaven and tranquillity.

We stayed here for 4 nights and couldn't be happier. Elie and Jimmy made us incredibly welcome. A very warm and friendly stay in a beautiful quiet location. It's on a private island with nothing but the bungalows and beautiful views and lagoon. As there aren't any shops etc on this island, you should take some drinks with you or you can get one of the guys to take you to the airport for a shuttle service to the main island where there are supermarkets etc. Nothing is too much trouble for either of the guys. They just want you to relax and enjoy. You can kayak and snorkel in the crystal clear water, or just relax by the beach. Breakfast and dinner were both lovely every day. A truly peaceful and enjoyable stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
more rustic hotel on private island. All meals are made by owner and are about $25 per meal. Kayaks and snorkeling gear provided at no cost...great snorkeling area in front of resort and very nice kayaks. We enjoyed it for a one night trip but enjoyed the nicer amenities (at a much higher cost) from the other places we stayed.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2018

6/10 Okay

Andreas C

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

What happened to all the critical reviews.

The price/value ratio is not really balanced as you pay a premium price for a Nippa hut with mosquitoes, spiders and other critters all included. The hut has only a big bed with mosquito netting and a couch but no table and chairs. There is a ceiling fan and everything is open to the outside, hence all the flying and crawling visitors. .As you are on a little island, you are forced to use their meals that are quite expensive for the quality provided and if you want to visit town, you have to pay for the boat shuttle extra. The staff is charming and entertaining, which makes up for the lack in comfort of the room but the religious touch of the manager on Saturday night could be offending to somebody who is not of the Jewish faith. The island and lagoon are scenic though and if you want to relax from work and stress, it is a nice place but the pictures of the booking site are misleading and don't give an actual representation of the accommodations. As a resort hotel facility I could give it only 2 stars
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing people there!!!

Amazing food, they make sure your needs are met, good people and very fun.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Mike, Seattle, WA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Like going native but with amenities

We spent five awesome days here (June 2017) and regretted leaving. Elle and Ari took great personal care of us, and we parted as friends not customers. We got an amazing feel of "authentic Tahitian life" that hotels only hint at. Blue Heaven Island is a small owner-operated set of five bungalows on a real "motu" (reef island) with a breezy covered outdoor dining area, a dock for waterside breakfast and lunch, swimming and snorkeling off the dock that beats many other added-cost hotel excursions, and sunrise and sunset viewing from the dock that will fill your camera - and Elle plays guitar and sings while you click away. You eat with the Elle and Ari family style - all the options are on the table before you, but they ask for your meal suggestions early on. Meals are fixed-price and you pay cash at the end of the stay. No paperwork - they just note in a book how many meals you ate. Bring your own booze, or trade favors with staff. My wife ate like a bird so they lowered her meal charges to the children's rate, without me asking for it. Bring cash equal to $100 a day per adult and you'll have some left at the end. No air conditioning but fans and open windows were adequate for cool sleeping at night - under mosquito netting. Days there are a few mosquitoes, so bring repellant. They use solar-generated electricity and solar-heated hot water so don't waste any. Wifi access is intermittent - so disconnect, chill, and smile. You'll never be this relaxed again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2017

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

You have the beach for yourselves

Really nice staff and location. It is a pension, and they make you feel like you are part of their family. The beach is right there and you can do snorkeling, kayaking or just relax.

8/10 Good

Pui Yan, Hong kong

Liked: Staff & service
The beach is nice, you can snorkel and kayak there. They helped us to book the activities such as safari and hiking.They were very friendly and helpful. The three dogs are lovely and cute! Though there was no air conditioning and some mosquitoes, we still enjoy our stay in blue heaven island.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful beach. Delightful staff. Not all the amenities but fun staff makes up for difference. Great meals,excellent chief