Spa Profile: Hina Spa at Conrad Bora Bora Nui Resort
Conrad Bora Bora Nui Resort is an award-winning property in French Polynesia that offers relaxation and unparalleled views from the resort’s private island, Motu To'opua, with the longest private stretch of soft white sand beach nestled between the soaring backdrop of Mount Otemanu and the mesmerizing lagoon. The fully renovated resort boasts a variety of accommodations, from the spacious Lagoon View Suites perfect for families, to the spectacular overwater pool villas and extravagant Presidential Villas. Dining options are in abundance with five on-site restaurants and bars: Tamure Beach Grill, Iriatai Restaurant, Upa Upa Lounge Bar, Tarava Pool Bar, and Banyan Restaurant.
Named after the goddess Hina, Hina Spa is nestled amidst invigorating volcanic rocks and offers guests a tranquil sanctuary overlooking iconic Mount Otemanu and Maupiti Island. The spa menu includes a variety of healing treatments and traditional Tahitian massage that revitalize the mind, body, and soul. Additional wellness amenities include an infinity pool facing the turquoise lagoon, a 24-hour fitness center with state-of-the-art equipment, a kids club, yoga and paddle boards, and more.
We chatted with Stephanie Arrive, Spa Director at Hina Spa at Conrad Bora Bora Nui Resort, who shared insider tips, recommended spa treatments to try, and more:
Why You’ll Love It: The hilltop location providing stunning views of Mount Otemanu, Maupiti Island, and overlooking the bright blue lagoon. The most beautiful sunset views are seen from the spa. Guests also love the design of the treatment rooms and the outdoor room with breathtaking Monte Manu views.
Key Features: The spa has three double treatment villas with private jacuzzis, four single treatment rooms, and an outdoor double treatment area with panoramic views often referred to as the “million dollar view” spot.
Insider’s Tip: I highly suggest taking advantage of tamanu, which is a plant typically only grown in French Polynesia. It’s wonderful for delicate or dehydrated skin, sunburns, rashes, psoriasis, eczema, and more. Tamanu can recover damaged skin in one application. The Hina Signature Treatment provides a tamanu body wrap and guests can enjoy an amazing scalp treatment during the wrap.
Snacks Served: Dry fruit, almonds, assorted nuts, and detox water that is homemade every morning by the spa team.
Bonus: All of our guests want their picture taken at the “Million Dollar View” spot with the clear blue water seen for miles in the background and our spa team is always happy to take that photo for them!
Unique Treatment: Our Hina Signature Massage was created according to the description of the Goddess Hina. The treatment is extremely unique and is only practiced at Hina Spa at Conrad Bora Bora Nui Resort.
Insider’s Favorite: The Hina Signature Ritual is my favorite. The treatment uses 100% vanilla and is referred to as “the black gold of French Polynesia.” The scrub and wrap result in baby-like soft skin. The treatment concludes with a relaxing Hina Signature Massage with vanilla aroma oil.
Splurge Treatment: The Hina Signature Ritual uses a Tahitian vanilla body scrub, a vanilla moisturizing body wrap, and is completed by the Hina Signature Massage using vanilla aromatherapy oil massage.
Another great option is the Hair and Scalp Treatment with coconut oil that includes a 30-minute scalp massage completed by a 30-minute hair treatment using organic virgin oil. This treatment was inspired by the typical daily hair routine of many Polynesian women.
Featured Products: We currently use our own local products such as organic virgin coconut oil, tiare monoi oil, frangipani monoi oil, vanilla oil, papaya, and pineapple made by our local supplier, and we will also use another brand soon: Biologique Recherche.
For more information and to book a treatment, visit the website and follow them on Instagram: @conradboraboranui
[Images courtesy of Conrad Bora Bora Nui Resort]
Conrad Bora Bora Nui Resort
1300 Washington Street
Calistoga, CA 94515
800-404-4772