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Nosy Boraha

Princesse Bora Lodge

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About Princesse Bora Lodge

Settle back with a mojito and watch whales thump and blow offshore.
Trekking for lemurs through Madagascar's rainforests is not for the faint of heart, so a short break to recover your breath on a tropical island before heading home is an excellent idea. And four-star Princesse Bora Lodge on the Island of Nosy Boraha is the perfect place to unwind. Previously called Île Sainte-Marie, the island's tourism development is low-key, so it's retained a wonderfully unspoilt atmosphere. The lodge is tranquil and within striking distance of Sainte-Marie beach, the accommodation is stylish and comfortable (down to the hammock on your veranda), and the food is simple and delicious.
Nosy Boraha , Madagascar
From $180 per person/per night
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20 Rooms
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The property

Although billed as a family hotel, Princesse Bora is popular with couples who wish to spend some intimate time together. There's a lovely lounge with deep seating, a well-stocked bar and a games room. Drink cocktails on the pier that stretches into the ocean, and dine well in the restaurant. There's a lap pool with loungers overlooking the ocean and a glorious spa. Wi-fi in the public areas.

The rooms

Twenty villas are scattered throughout the lodge's tropical gardens, which line the beach. The Comfort Villas are simple with hanging beds and fans to cool you; the Luxury Villas are bigger with lovely wooden furniture and flooring, aircon and a mezzanine floor; and the six new Executive Beach Villas are glass-fronted and huge, with views of the lagoon from the bed or sunken bath or from the extensive terrace area.

Activities

Recreational amenities include a lap pool and complimentary bicycles. Swim in the shallow waters, take a short taxi ride to the southern tip of the island and a pirogue to pretty Île aux Nattes, a small island with great swimming and usually empty beaches. Go fishing, explore the shoreline from a kayak or canoe, snorkel or scuba dive the ocean and have some fun waterskiing. Quad bikes can be hired, or you can visit the nearby villages in a tuk-tuk.
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How to book Princesse Bora Lodge

How do I book Princesse Bora Lodge?

Princesse Bora Lodge can be booked with Timbuktu as part of a tailor-made Madagascar trip, rather than as a standalone room reservation. Start online, customising one of our recommended Madagascar trips featuring Princesse Bora Lodge or get advice and suggestions from one of our Madagascar specialists who will design the trip around your dates, check availability and handle every booking for you.

How much does it cost to stay at Princesse Bora Lodge?

Stays at Princesse Bora Lodge start from around $180 per person per night as part of a tailor-made trip. The exact price depends on your travel dates, room type and the shape of the rest of your itinerary. A Timbuktu travel specialist can give you an accurate quote for your dates.

Princesse Bora Lodge

Madagascar

Nosy Boraha

Unspoiled beaches, whale-watching and daring activities to keep you busy, alongside plenty of R&R.