Spa Profile: Miri Miri Spa by Clarins at The St. Regis Bora Bora Resort
Miri Miri Spa by Clarins at The St. Regis Bora Bora Resort is located on its own private island in the middle of a private lagoon.
Located in the beautiful South Pacific, St. Regis Bora Bora Resort is the ultimate luxury getaway. With the largest overwater suite villas in the islands, in addition to its famous St. Regis Butler Service, the resort is one of the world’s top honeymoon and vacation destination. It is also home to Miri Miri Spa by Clarins, a 13,000 square-foot sanctuary located on its own private island in the resort’s lagoonarium, offering breathtaking views of majestic Mount Otemanu. In Tahitian, “Miri Miri” means two things: it is the name of a plant and also the word for “caress.”
The Spa offers a selection of Polynesia, Asian and Clarins Touch Treatments.
Polynesia, Asian, and Clarins Touch treatments are provided in five decadent private rooms, and guests can enjoy a shared relaxation room overlooking the lagoon after treatments. Additional services include water therapy treatments in the form of either a relaxing essential-oil scented bath or an open-air Vichy shower, as well as beauty treatments such as facials, manicures and pedicures, and makeup facilities.
We chatted with Aurelie Chiaffi, Spa Director, who recommends favorite treatments, insider tips, services worth splurging on, and much more:
The Relaxation Room offers open-air views of the private lagoonarium.
Why You’ll Love It: The open-air views of the gorgeous lagoonarium from the relaxation room and secluded beach, facing the majestic Mount Otemanu.
Key Features: The 13,000 square-foot spa offers massages, body scrubs, facials, makeup services, therapy baths, hair and scalp treatments, manicures/pedicures, waxing, water therapy, and much more. His and Hers spa facilities including whirlpools, steam rooms and saunas are also available. A shared relaxation room is available after treatments.
“Miri Miri” has two meanings in Tahitian: It is the name of a plant, and is the word for “caress.”
Bonus: Resort guests are welcome to enjoy the spa’s secluded beach and complimentary sauna, steam room and whirlpool facilities during the Spa’s open hours.
Insider’s Tip: Following your treatment, sit outside and enjoy the natural, calm beauty of the lagoonarium.
Snacks Served: Hot tea, water, nuts and fruit. Cold tea is served at the end of the treatment.
The Spa also offers relaxing water therapy treatments in the form of an essential-oil scented bath and open-air Vichy showers.
Unique Treatment: The Polynesian Treatments offer Tahiti’s indigenous ingredients and ancient beauty rituals, aligning the body and mind with nature to reveal the essence of the Polynesian way of life. Guests will discover the healing benefits of sun-scented monoi oil, fragrant vanilla, Tahitian medicinal plants, and succulent tropical fruits as they experience the full body relaxation of the traditional Taurumi massage, or embark on a sensual voyage during bespoke island-infused treatments.
Facials, manicures and pedicures, and makeup facilities are also available at the Spa.
Splurge Treatment: The Intense Relaxation Package is done in the private wellness area or private swimming pool area. It includes a 30-minute Rebalancing Massage with Essentials Oils and a 60-minute Clarins Signature Facial.
Insider’s Favorite: The Signature Miri Miri Massage. It consists of a body and face massage specially created by our Spa, and features a perfect combination of Clarins’ expertise oil with specific techniques for ultimate relaxation with an exotic twist.
The Spa’s secluded beach faces the majestic Mount Otemanu.
Featured Products: Clarins offers an enhanced spa experience, using patented therapeutic treatment methods and products created from sophisticated plant science.
For more information and to book a treatment, visit the resort’s website and follow them on Instagram: @stregisborabora
[Images courtesy of St. Regis Bora Bora]