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Reviews of Camp Taveuni

Main Coastal Road Matei, Matei, Fiji

#3 of 5 hotels in Matei

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Review score

Based on 22 hostel reviews

8.1

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.8

  • Comfort

    8.7

  • Location

    8.7

  • Facilities

    8.8

  • Staff

    8.6

  • Value for money

    8.8

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  • Reviewed: 20 May 2024

    9.0
    Gooooooooooood
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Had a very relaxed couple of days there. Lovely spot to chill and not have to do anything. The host Allan is very welcoming and willing to do drop offs or arrange anything needed. Big plus are the pets, i love pets and it was great having a puppy there to play with. Will defo come again, cheers

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 May 2024

    9.0
    Loved Camp Taveuni as a base for exploring the island! Convenient, friendly - highly recommended!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Small Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    The view is incredible, the location is really convenient (restaurants, shops, diving, airport and gelato stall all in walking distance), breakfasts are great. The two best things for me were the host's generous sharing his local knowledge and the sense of calm and ease at the property.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 March 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Washroom is not within the room.

    The location and price.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 December 2023

    8.0
    Great value
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Facilities, ocean views

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 12 October 2023

    9.0
    Amazing stay highly recommended
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very conscientious of the environment very comfortable and clean rooms and facilities. Lovely family feel to the place and super friendly welcoming and helpful owner Allen. Was amazing experience highly recommended

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 13 May 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Alan is amazing

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 May 2024

    10
    Made our time in Taveuni
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Small Twin Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    My partner and I stayed at Camp Taveuni for four nights. We originally booked the small twin room but upgraded to the larger en-suite when we arrived. Tons of space and a super comfortable bed. No AC, but the two large fans were more than sufficient given the relatively mild temps when we were there (low 80s). We appreciated the filtered water from the bathroom tap and that the room was tidied up every day while we were out. Allen really made our time in Taveuni. He picked us up from the airport and gave us a brief tour of town to help us get our bearings. He made sure we were always set with activities and dinner plans for the next day (with no pressure to do or book anything in particular) and facilitated interactions between his guests. His extensive local knowledge was invaluable. Don't miss out on the Lavena Coastal Walk or the kayaking trip out to the islands (but make sure the tide isn't too low to easily navigate the reef!). A few other details: the property is located up a dirt road close to town. It can be a bit muddy if it's been raining, but we walked to and from the Dive Cafe multiple times without issue. We also enjoyed the two dogs (including a chaotic but adorable puppy) and the cat on the property. We were able to do laundry for a reasonable price, and there was a washing station and hanging lines for our wet clothes when we came back from activities. Overall, we had a fantastic time in Taveuni and would highly recommend staying at Camp Taveuni as an alternative to the resorts.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 May 2024

    1.0
    Very poor
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • 10-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Rude staff, bad access road, no access in the rain, lack of mosquito nets, rooms like a cellar, dugout. It smells damp and dark inside. The windows do not close tightly, which allows ants and mosquitoes to be inside. An unpleasant place with poor accessibility on a hill with a broken road. Here you cannot buy water, there is no kettle or other opportunity to have a snack. There is nothing nearby. We need to go down the mountain

    Garden

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 April 2024

    10
    Will go there again, super place and host.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Nothing!

    The location, the unirts, the host, breakfast, pool - everything exceeded our expectations. A great place and a superb host. Allan is outstanding!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 January 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing.

    Beautiful newly built spot with friendly owners and a nice view. Built as an educational camp, but they also take bookings in between. Unique domes and a nice, deep pool.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 January 2024

    4.0
    Well.....
    • People with friends
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 8 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Allen was very grumpy 90% of the time and really stressed. The accommodation got cleaned every day only one day not... The Water was full of algee so i couldnt wash my cloth properly because the got green...even the shower and the "drinking valve..." he told us everyday another Story why it is so. The meals were ok but pricy...normaly between 20-30fjd even breakfast u could take 3-4pc of toast with Butter and marmelade for 6fjd or with eggs and bacon for 20...If u bring ur own food u cant put it in their frige and if u ask for a plate (just to borrow not to buy) or hot water you are getting charged for it. All in all it was ok but not worth the money like other accommodations (lavena, maravu)

    They have a nice pool and a good view on the ocean. Marry was very nice and cooperative.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 December 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    If you're looking to spend some time on Taveuni, I'd highly recommend you check out Camp Taveuni. Hosts Allen and Mary were great. They made sure I was comfortable and even helped organise a taxi for me to visit the Bouma and Lavena falls. The Place itself is really lovely - well maintained and clean! It's easily accessible from the airport and walking distance to the few restaurants in Matei. You'd be hard pressed to find a better valued stay on the island. Camp Taveuni offers dorms as well as single/double occupancy rooms. I stayed in the private room and it was great! Nothing fancy, a queen sized bed, a table with a few drawers and a fan to keep you cool. You don't need much more when you're here and living the island life. They also have a nice pool if you want to take a dip. The beach is a 10 minute walk from your room and you have a nice view of the ocean from the common area. They also have to cutest dogs (Xena and Zoe) and the sweetest cat (Miley). If, like me, you're missing your pets while you're traveling, having the cat and dogs around definitely helped! Overall a thoroughly enjoyable stay. Allen and Mary really made my trip to Taveuni special! It was great getting to know them and I'd highly recommend checking out Camp Taveuni! Vinaka Mary and Allen!

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 14 December 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    That we couldn't stay longer

    Excellent host and value for Taveuni!

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 21 November 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Access a little bit tricky but seems that way for everywhere in Taveuni

    A unique property set at the top of the hill in Taveuni with amazing views! A short track to access. The owner was very accommodating and a big rugby fan and happy to share his local knowledge!

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 2 November 2023

    1.0
    Lost authenticity and sales attitude from a foreigner doing things with half heart
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Since the booking from Camp Taveuni was not cancelable, I stayed in both there and Maravu lodge, and was able to properly compare those two. I stayed in dorms both. They are 100 m away from each other. - Maravu lodge has hot water and AC in the dorms, camp Taveuni does not - Camp taveuni is more inside on a dirty road every time you go there you have to deal with 3 aggressive dogs from neighbor attacking you - Maravu lodge has kava ceremonies at night with guitar by local Fijian people, camp taveuni plays english music from a small speaker and Alan (expat owner) constantly asks you whether you want a drink, tour, or food in front of others. - Maravu lodge is bigger, has more people, lively meeting area where people freely roam and better internet connection - Mosquitoes eat you alive in Camp Taveuni - I asked for a knife to eat papaya in common area, later Alan comes and rebukes the employee who gave me the knife. Apparently we are not entitled to eat papaya in common area. He also booked wrong day for diving for my friend in the dorm. She missed diving the highlight of Fiji (the great white wall) since it can only be dived 2 days a month due to currents. No apologies given. There were many other cases only in 2 days time.  I would rather stay in a place with local character not managed by despotic owners if there are better alternatives.

    nothing

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 27 October 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing - as advertised and exactly what we needed!

    - Excellent location close the airport, as well for diving, snorkeling and exploring the island, up above the village with a fantastic view - Allen was extremely helpful and attentive - nothing was too much trouble. His help planning and arranging activities was invaluable, given his excellent local knowledge. He was also highly flexible to changing plans. - Clean and comfortable accommodation, including a pool and firepit. - Walking distance from local restaurants, as well as good quality and good value food on site. Would highly recommend to anyone who is looking for a base to explore Taveuni!

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 25 October 2023

    1.0
    Very unhappy I stayed here. Left a nasty taste
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Bizarre, upsetting and unusual experience with the owner.

    The owner sent abusive messages after my stay. Allen had followed me on Facebook - not ‘friends’ (I’m a photographer) and a few days after I left sent unprovoked and upsetting insults and accusations to my private message box regarding an opinion he disagreed with. The resorts response is totally untruthful.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 6 October 2023

    10
    Fun and activity packed
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Some parts could be a little cleaner but not too bad

    Really sociable, lots of activities, super friendly staff, nice open space and garden

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 12 April 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Family Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 October 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 5 nights

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 3 January 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Family Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 11 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in January 2024

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