SPM, South Pacific Management

South Pacific Management, created in 1987, is one of Tahiti’s leading luxury resort management companies, and is responsible for the management of Pearl Resorts & Spa, Le Taha’a Island Resort & Spa, Manea Spa, Te Tiare Beach Resort, the new Manava Suite Resort Tahiti opened march 01st, 2009 and 3 Hilton properties since January 2009.

The destination’s only Polynesian hotel group, South Pacific Management remains committed to providing luxury accommodations within an authentic Polynesian setting, while maintaining respect for the traditions, culture and ecology of “Tahiti’s Hidden Paradise.”

While Le Taha’a is French Polynesia’s sole Relais & Chateaux property and most exclusive hideaway, Pearl Resorts & Spa represents a group of seven boutique resorts located on the exotic outer islands of Tahiti.

January 16th 2009 South Pacific Management has been delegated the management of three additionnal hotels on the islands of Tahiti, Moorea and Bora Bora, in French Polynesia, by Mr. Louis Wane of Société des Hôtels Tahitiens. The three existing hotels, under a Hilton franchise agreement, have been re-branded as the Hilton Hotel Tahiti, the Hilton Moorea Lagoon Resort & Spa and the Hilton Bora Bora Nui Resort & Spa, with effect from 16th January 2009.

South Pacific Management, is one of Tahiti’s leading resort management companies, headquartered in the Tahitian capital Papeete. South Pacific Management has a strong track record in managing resort properties in French Polynesia and currently manages a group of twelve resorts located across the 3 main archipelagoes.

Laurent L. Bessou of South Pacific Management commented, “South Pacific Management has extensive management experience in French Polynesia and we are thrilled to be involved with these 3 new Hilton branded properties which will provide the best in service and products in the upscale segment in the South Pacific. We are confident that French Polynesia’s charm and natural beauty will continue to attract guests from all over the world, and these new hotels will contribute favourably to that experience.”

Phylosophy

To develop only exclusive, intimate resorts designed to reflect and enhance the character of each island’s natural environment and culture, including the outrigger canoe-inspired bathtubs in Taha’a, the tiki in Moorea, the Marquesan drum shape in Bora Bora, the Marquesan carvings in Hiva Oa and Nuku Hiva

To create resorts in spectacular, unspoiled and remote locations, using primarily indigenous materials in support of environmental sustainability

To offer refined cuisine, inspired by a blend of Polynesian and international flavors

To provide guests with an authentic Polynesian experience

To pursue Green Globe benchmarking and certification for all resorts, via water conservation, solar energy, recycling, coral nursery and reef maintenance programs, electrical cars, new energy sources (i.e. wind-based and photovoltaic technology), etc.

To provide personalized, warm service in keeping with Polynesian tradition

To employ primarily local Polynesian staff and to encourage them to ascend to management roles via on-property assistance and internal training

To reinforce the image of the “mythical islands” and “Tahiti’s Hidden Paradise”

Key offering

Location - The South Pacific Management portfolio features the widest range of resort locations in the islands of French Polynesia, with 12 resorts spread throughout three diverse archipelagos.

Authenticity - The resorts offer an authentic Polynesian experience through the use of indigenous materials – rare local woods, bamboo, pandanus and palm products as well as shells – in both décor and pampering spa treatments.

Adventure - The resorts provide guests with an adventurous Robinson Crusoe experience combined with the lavish comforts of a luxury resort.

Romantic Rendez-vous - Each resort offers couples a wide range of unforgettable romantic amenities, including but not limited to an outrigger canoe breakfast, barefoot lunch, Polynesian wedding ceremonies and private catamaran excursions.

Dining - The resorts provide guests with a memorable dining experience through the subtle mix of French, International and Polynesian cuisine, often accompanied by traditional Tahitian dance and festivities.

Manea Spa - The Manea Spa locations at the Moorea, Taha’a, Bora Bora, Tikehau and Manihi properties offer guests a plethora of traditional Polynesian body, face and hair treatments using the indigenous, signature Manea Spa product line.

Diving - The portfolio combines luxurious resorts with professionally run PADI dive centers at six locations offering underwater exploration for dive enthusiasts at all levels.

Coral Nursery – Both Bora Bora Pearl Beach Resort & Spa and Moorea Pearl Resort & Spa feature a coral nursery implanted in collaboration with a marine biologist. The coral colonies within the lagoon demonstrate the portfolio’s commitment to ecological preservation, while serving as a unique and vibrant underwater playground for resort guests to explore.

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