A little more variety at breakfast would have been appreciated. There also seemed to be an issue with having fresh milk ready on time for breakfast.

We took the South Seas ferry from Port Denarau, and Kuata Island is a 2-hour trip. Guests and day trippers are taken from the ferry to the island in a small motor boat, where you step off onto the beach and are welcomed by staff members singing a Fijian welcome song. The resort is small and we stayed in a beautiful Bure, down near the beach. Comfortable and well-accommodated room, including an open roof bathroom at the back. We could literally walk 30 metres from our room down to the beach! The staff were very friendly and helpful, always asking us about our stay and willing to suggest activities that we might enjoy. The restaurant served up a wide range of tasty local food, including a delicious "Lovo" dinner. We also enjoyed a traditional Kava ceremony during our stay. Barefoot Kuata's main attraction is the water activities - the island is surrounded coral and you can literally wade out into the sea with your mask and flippers, and swim out to enjoy the beautiful coral and tropical fish. The highlight of our stay was scuba diving with the bull sharks - simply breathtaking! The diving staff were professional and highly qualified. The resort offers different diving activities for newbies and certified divers.

Stayed in August 2023

They only provided instant coffee with the resort cost, you had to pay extra for bean coffee

Very good food, wonderful staff, amazing snorkling!

Stayed in September 2023

The awakening bull shark dive was amazing.

Stayed in September 2023

Nothing :)

One of my 2 favourite places whilst island hopping the Yasawas in Fiji. Staff are genuinely lovely and helpful, everything was clean, the food was tasty, the wifi (common area only) was reliable, although couldn’t support video calls for me. The location is just stunning as well.

Stayed in September 2023

Cold water showers and limited sockets in rooms, also wifi was slow (although thats not really why you come to Fiji).

Lovely welcoming and helpful staff, beach & restaurant, the shared bathroom was also lovely. Buffet style food was good, lots of vegetarian options. Great Fijian night on Saturday evening.

Stayed in September 2023

The showers that said hot were not hot showers

The staaf that did everything to make you stay wonderful. The overall backpacker vibe and the activities available

Stayed in September 2023

The food was buffet style so the quality wasn't great

The restaurant and pool area was very nice.

Stayed in September 2023

Nothing

It was excellent! Wish I could stay longer. The staff was so friendly it really felt like I was at home. Wish I was better with remembering names so I could mention everyone:D Nathan and Josh thank you so much!

Stayed in September 2023

There were mosquitoes and we had to block gaps in the walls to keep them out. Happy hour was a bit sad - beer is reduced from $7.50 to $7, nothing else. Activities were limited and repeated. It was a bit scary going down the boat channel when the tide was out to get to the coral. Bure 1 was next to the dive shop and there is no wall between the divers taking breaks and the bure.

Our bure was right on the beach which was fabulous. The food was good - plentiful, lots to choose from and quite tasty. Except for the Fijian night, dinner was a la carte. Particularly enjoyed the Fijian night which included meat cooked in a pit (hangi style) and cava drinking. Coral was lovely and there was a nice walk on the island to the summit. The bull shark dive was amazing. Being older, I asked them to look after me and I did practically nothing - VIP treatment. A percentage of the profits go the islanders.

Stayed in August 2023

The staff is so lovely, the food was very delicious and there are a lot of activities to do or options to relax.

Stayed in August 2023

Aside from the gorgeous views, water, and sea life, the staff at Barefoot really stand out. They were so kind and warm to guests, going above and beyond. The food buffet options were always vast, fresh, and delicious. Easy to find veg, vegan, DF, whatever food options which isn’t always easy to find in resorts! The shark snorkel was a once in a lifetime opportunity! Must see!

Stayed in August 2023

Nothing!

Everything was so good!

Stayed in August 2023

We didn’t really mind as we were here on holidays, but there is no/poor phone reception for Digicel (so no internet) and the WiFi at the bar area doesn’t really work well - just something to keep in mind if you’re planning to work remotely.

We loved our stay at Barefoot Kuata! The beachfront bure was amazing, with an incredible outdoor bathroom. We had a slight problem with no hot water and this was fixed within 5 minutes of letting the staff now. The food is in buffet style and delicious, with lots of choices. We did the introductory shark dive and highly recommend this for anyone visiting the resort, such a unique experience. The hike to the summit of the island is also worth it and offers amazing views. The staff is incredibly friendly and welcoming.

Stayed in August 2023

Very minor things: the meals were sometimes a bit bland (but still good) - some more spices and salt would make it perfect. Kayaks were not available (broken during our stay).

The location is stunning - huts located next to a beach on a tropical island with just this one resort. Everything from the welcome, through the service to the bure was exceptional. We loved the outdoor bathroom, it was clean, spacious and lovely - bathing under the stars was a great experience. Food selection was wide, and as vegetarians we always had at least 3 dishes to select from. Snorkeling was mind-blowing, the reef by the beach matching if not exceeding Great Barrier Reef. The beach itself is white and sandy, great for walking, sunbathing or games. It's one of the best places we've ever visited. We stayed in a beachfront bure, which means we had some private space around the hut and direct, private access to the beach, so this definitely affects out experience, but all the other accommodation options looked nice as well, if a bit less spectacular. Everything was well organized, you could be on Fiji time yourself, but everything else operated as it should. We did one paid activity, snorkeling with the sharks, and it was worth the money. It looked ethical - just being ferried by a boat to a place where the reef sharks live and observing them there. Nobody treated the animals as attractions, or altered their habitat or behavior in any way (i.e. feeding).

Stayed in August 2023

Wifi could be improved, but minor issue.

Fantastic stay. The island is beautiful, and the staff really make your stay amazing. We stayed in the dorms which were tents, but very clean (cleaned every day), comfy beds. The food is amazing, drinks reasonably priced.

Stayed in August 2023

Not spending a few more days: 2 nights were too short. 3 or 4 days would have been perfect before moving to the next resort.

Amazing stay at Barefoot Kuata, with its exceptionnal location, warm hospitality, stunning front beach bure - special mention to the outdoor shower. The food was also great and we had the best experience ever with the Awakening Bull Shark Dive. A clear must-do! Even if you are scared, everything is well managed and secured with a lot of staff members to secure the dive. AMAZING!

Stayed in August 2023

Nothing - just a longer stay.

It was great to see some staff we met at Barefoot Manta last year. To have a room upgrade was sensational. Food, Activities, Location, Beach - all perfect. The medical care my friend receivedfor her badly cut leg was exceptional.

Stayed in July 2023

Our favourite place to stay in Fiji! Beautiful setting at the gateway to the Yasawa islands. Staff are friendly, helpful and very welcoming. Our tent Bure on the beach was comfortable and had a great view of the front beach. The beginners diving with bull sharks is a MUST and was one of the best experiences of my life. Highly recommend!

Stayed in August 2023

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The location was beautiful, staff welcoming and very accommodating, great activities whether it’s snorkelling, diving, paddle boarding or tours, or a simple learning chat, weaving baskets, yoga, shows and ceremonies. Food also was amazing and inclusive to any dietary requirements.

Stayed in August 2023

Very weak wifi was only available at bar area that too was not good one . But thats ok 👍 for an amazing islan island resort with lovely staff.

Staff, location and food amazing 👏

Stayed in August 2023

Dorm only had 2 plugs which wasn’t nearly enough

Absolutely breathtaking views, the nature was really out of this world! The food was amazing, staff was so friendly, we really wish we could have stayed longer than 2 days. Will definitely be back one day!

Stayed in August 2023

Be aware that there isnt much else on the island in the way of supplies (eg. a full shop). They have sunscreen and some basic toiletries. Be sure to bring things with you like medicines or first aid stuff, snacks if you eat outside of meal time.

The diving operation was amazing - so easy, they made it easy to book and do dives you wanted to do, and did everything to get you out there, you dont need to lift a finger. I walked straight off the boat and into my bathroom to shower! The bull shark diving is outstanding and you feel very safe. The 'house' snorkelling is also nice. The food was varied and lovely. The staff friendly. The seafront bure is amazing. right on the beach, very private and functional, surrounded by trees - as per the photos. It is the standard you would expect for the price (ie. a little rustic around the edges) but very well designed and comfortable. There are extras like volleyball, yoga, and village tours and conservation talks provided, which is great. The island is small and only has maybe 50ppl staying (?) so great for solo travellers as easy to meet people and sit at a communal table at meals if you wish (small private tables also if you dont want to)! The island resort bit is quite small so if you arent diving/ snorkeling/ kayaking be prepared for some enforced relaxation time!

Stayed in August 2023

The dorms are mouldy due to the nature of the military tent, but they are well ventilated by windows and ceiling fans so it didn’t affect me personally. Less manicured than depicted in the photos but I found this added to the charm, as we stayed on a higher end resort on the mainland and didn’t really vibe with that forced-feeling style.

I thoroughly enjoyed my stay at barefoot Kuata and found the dorms very comfortable, clean and convivial. The house reef was absolutely gorgeous I snorkeled there every afternoon. I stayed 4 nights and still didn’t get through all the things I wanted to do like kayaking and the village tour, so would recommend a long stay! While the meal package price is high the food was great and it’s understandable considering the size of the operation they run here. The resort is staffed by the neighboring village and provided great insights into the history of the island, a highlight for me was doing the guided summit hike with Nacan on the neighboring island. ‘Fiji time’ issues as expected, but who really cares when the island is this beautiful! You simply have the adjust to the way things are done here. Would definitely recommend and return.

Stayed in August 2023

Nothing

Everything was perfect right from the rooms to the location.

Stayed in July 2023

Nothing. It was perfect for us

Peaceful, relaxing with exceptionally friendly staff.

Stayed in July 2023