The Brando has been awarded three Michelin keys – the highest accolade in global hospitality | News
The Brandoan exclusive luxury resort on the private atoll Tetiaroahas been awarded Three MICHELIN Keys in the MICHELIN Guide 2025 hotel selection – the highest honor that recognizes the world’s leading hotels.
This year’s announcement marks a milestone for the hospitality sector as the MICHELIN Guide expands its reach to nearly 100 new countries, including the first-ever hotel accreditations in Oceania. Within this inaugural regional selection – spanning Australia, New Zealand, Fiji and French Polynesia – The Brando is one of only two properties to receive the prestigious Three-Key award, celebrating its unique blend of character, culture and sense of place.
The MICHELIN keys, introduced as the hotel counterpart to the famous MICHELIN stars, highlighting properties that offer transformative and unforgettable stays. Among 143 Three-Key, 572 Two-Key and 1,742 One-Key hotels worldwide, The Brando stands out as a global benchmark for sustainable luxury, where innovation, nature and cultural authenticity come together.
Located 30 miles north of Tahiti, the resort features 35 villas and a private residence, each with a private beach and plunge pool. Guests can enjoy fine dining, a serene Polynesian spa and naturalist-led excursions curated by the Tetiaroa Society, the resort’s non-profit partner committed to ecological conservation.
“We are very honored by this recognition,” the spokesperson said Christophe Adam, Managing Director of The Brando. “The Three MICHELIN Keys reflect our commitment to a form of luxury that is meaningful and responsible – one that celebrates Polynesian culture while protecting Tetiaroa’s extraordinary environment for generations to come.”
Inspired by Marlon Brando’s vision of sustainable development, the resort operates with LEED Platinum certification, seawater air conditioning and sustainable energy systems. The Brando remains a founding member of Beyond Green, joining the world’s leading pioneers in sustainable travel.
This honor reinforces The Brando’s place among the most exceptional hotels in the world – where luxury, culture and sustainability exist in perfect harmony.
