The Brando, a boutique hotel situated on the private atoll of Tetiaroa in French Polynesia, has recently been named a founding member of National Geographic Society’s “Unique Lodges of the World.”
The 24 properties that comprise the collection were selected according to the following criteria:
• The Property — The design and character are unique and authentic and the property provides guests with a true sense of place by celebrating the surrounding landscape and cultural heritage.
• Guest Experience and Quality of Service — Guests are offered top-quality service and exceptional and inspiring experiences — from activities that enable them to engage with local people to wildlife encounters with seasoned naturalists.
• Sustainable Tourism Best Practices — The property demonstrates a commitment to conservation and green operations; it actively supports the protection of cultural heritage; and it provides tangible benefits to local communities.
National Geographic Unique Lodges of the World charter members include:
· Fogo Island Inn, Canada
· Grootbos Private Nature Reserve, South Africa
· Inkaterra Machu Picchu Pueblo Hotel, Peru
· Kapari Natural Resort, Greece
· Kasbah du Toubkal, Morocco
· Lapa Rios Eco Lodge, Costa Rica
· Lizard Island, Australia
· Longitude 131°, Australia
· Mashpi Lodge, Ecuador
· Nimmo Bay Wilderness Resort, Canada
· Pacuare Lodge, Costa Rica
· Rosalie Bay Resort, Dominica
· Rubondo Island Camp, Tanzania
· Sabi Sabi Earth Lodge, South Africa
· Sayari Camp, Tanzania
· Southern Ocean Lodge, Australia
· Sukau Rainforest Lodge, Malaysian Borneo
· The Brando, French Polynesia
· The Ranch at Rock Creek, Montana, United States
· Three Camel Lodge, Mongolia
· Tierra Atacama Hotel & Spa, Chile
· Tierra Patagonia Hotel & Spa, Chile
· Tswalu Kalahari, South Africa
· Zhiwa Ling Hotel, Bhutan