Manava Beach Resort & Spa Moorea, Moorea, French Polynesia, South Pacific
Manava Beach Resort & Spa Moorea
Located along a stretch of white sand on the island’s magnificent north coast, charming Manava Beach Resort & Spa Moorea (formerly Moorea Pearl Resort & Spa) is just a 10 minute drive from the airport, 15 minutes from the ferry landing and within easy reach of Moorea’s breathtaking Cook’s Bay. Small and intimate and sitting on 7.5 acres of beachfront, the resort offers 28 overwater bungalows with direct access to the lagoon and glass bottom coffee tables in the living area through which you can view the colourful aquatic life. The premium overwater bungalows boast magical ocean views whilst the standard overwater bungalows enjoy views of the beach and the mountains. There is also a choice of beach bungalows and delightful garden bungalows, each boasting their own private pool. All accommodation has air- conditioning, ceiling fans and a secluded terrace or sundeck.
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The resort’s Overwater Bungalows offer direct access to the lagoon and glass bottom coffee tables in the living area through which you can view the colourful aquatic life below. Many enjoy views of the beach and the mountains, but the Premium Overwater Bungalows boast magical ocean views. There is also a selection of Beach Bungalows and delightful Garden Bungalows, each with a private pool. All accommodation has air- conditioning and a secluded terrace or sundeck. All bungalows are Polynesian in style with contemporary touches.
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