Art and Culture
The heart and soul of our world
Each stay suffused with the authentic spirit of Polynesia. At every turn, you'll sense the pride that islanders feel towards our culture and traditions. Sharing that with our guests, through our creativity and artworks, continually invigorates our essential identity.
Preserving a legacy
Essence of our existence
Since the earliest navigators discovered Bora Bora, islanders have celebrated our unique place in the world through art. Today, we’re no different. We see art as an essential expression of our existence – our journey, our struggles, our successes. There’s a beauty in the innumerable ways in which local artists can tell and retell these stories.
At Le Bora Bora, you’ll find art embedded throughout the property – emphasising how connected our cultural legacy is to modern life. From guest rooms to shared spaces, even outdoors, you’ll encounter an evolving, thought-provoking collection.
Leading this approach is Tevairoa Gallery – it curates all artworks on site, and maintains a dedicated space that showcases signature works, celebrates local artists and offers pieces for sale.
Tevairoa Gallery
Shaping our world
Set within the hotel, Tevairoa Gallery offers a dark, intimate setting where each work reveals a different perspective on Polynesia. Paintings, sculptures and contemporary creations celebrate a living culture, its stories and the artists who continue to shape its expression. By showcasing talented local artists, we’re helping preserve Polynesian legends, embedding the creativity at the heart of our communities, and inspiring the island artists of tomorrow. Across our grounds and within the gallery space itself, you’ll find traditional artworks thoughtfully juxtaposed against contemporary pieces, with rotating, themed exhibitions, including original pieces by artists in residence, and many items for sale.
Artists in residence and exhibitions
Art among us
Our artists-in-residence programme emphasises the evolving nature of Polynesian culture: proud of our past, yet living in the moment, with one eye on the future. These talented local collaborators each interpret our world in their own unique way.
Discover
In-House Art
Yours to explore
A chapter in our history
Our museum takes a second look at our idyllic island home, which hosted 3,500 US troops during World War Two. As you appreciate the transformation 'Operation Bobcat' wrought, you’ll grasp its astonishing legacy.
Follow the path
Local artist Robert Toa’s trail of sculpted tikis leads into the world of Polynesian legends. Best enjoyed after dark, when the collection takes on a life of its own.
Let your vacation live on
Our three stores offer a curated collection of accomplished local artworks, designer clothing, Polynesian pearls and jewellery to continually refresh your memories long after you’ve returned home.
Gallery
A glimpse of what's awaiting
