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Reviews of Mantaray Island Resort

Nanuya Balavu Island, Yasawa Islands, Nanuya Balavu Island, Fiji

#1 of 1 hotels in Nanuya Balavu Island

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Review score

Based on 478 hotel reviews

8.3

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.6

  • Comfort

    8.7

  • Location

    9.3

  • Facilities

    8.3

  • Staff

    9.0

  • Value for money

    7.8

  • Free WiFi

    6.9

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  • Reviewed: 8 August 2023

    8.0
    lovely bure
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Villa - Beach Front
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Everything had an extra cost, unlike most places we stayed in Fiji. The mantarays did not make an appearance, which is apparently common but not advertised prior to checkin.

    Our beachfront bure was perfect - the bathroom was stunning!

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 6 August 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Paradise Dormitory
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Expensive for what it is

    Mantarays and snorkeling, Pina coladas, staff were nice, good food

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 5 August 2023

    9.0
    Great time in paradise
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Paradise Dormitory
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    It’s a beautiful resort and the staff members were really lovely. They assisted me with my special request for transfer and I never felt more taken care of. I stayed in the dorm, which was really comfortable and even though it sleeps 32 people, it still provides a good amount of privacy. I met so many lovely people and the the activities were fun. I can higly recommend going on a scuba dive.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 29 July 2023

    7.0
    Great resort but not the best in the area from what I hear.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Paradise Dormitory
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The food was okay only. It was good, but not spectacular and I've heard other island resort meals are spectacular. The same could be said of the activities which seemed to be offered for free at higher quality at other similar resorts. The activities which I did were sub-par for sure. There is another hostel style resort which generally everyone is amazed at, so this one is a bit subpar comparably. Overall it's really nice though, I enjoyed my time.

    I really liked the staff, though some people were less comfortable with them. They were the type of staff to be more real with you rather than overly please tourists, so it depends on your preference.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 27 July 2023

    9.0
    perfect location on the yasawa islands
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Paradise Dormitory
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    the dorm was really big

    Perfect stay, hammocks at the beach, many activities, good food

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 25 July 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Paradise Dormitory
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The food is quite expensive for what you get.

    Snorkeling here is amazing compared to other resorts. Possibility to tank dive in caves, and you may see Mantarays, turtles or sharks.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 25 July 2023

    9.0
    Super enjoyable and relaxing with plenty of options for activities.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Paradise Dormitory
    • Stayed 3 nights

    The only thing I could suggest is to have sleeping ear plugs for sale for use in the dorm. It wasn't too bad, but we forgot our ear plugs and were woken a few times.

    It was my own late booking that meant we couldn't upgrade the accommodation, but the dorm room was clean and had plenty of space. The staff tried to accommodate us, but the property was fully booked. The meal deal was very good value with excellent food and serving size. The staff were super friendly and helpful. The dive equipment was well maintained and the dive staff very professional with a good range of dive sites. Good value and I will definitely be back.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 14 July 2023

    8.0
    Nice location and good snorkeling and diving trips, but not the best price-performance ratio.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Paradise Dormitory
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Extra costs for nearly everything: Towel, Snorkeling Gear, many of the activities and expensive drinks. Mandatory meal plan which was pretty costly compared to the food-quality. Really Bad Wifi.

    Nice coral-reef in front of the resort and good dorm even though there is 32 beds in it.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 13 July 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Treehouse Bure
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great location and staff. Enjoyed the activities available for the day and swimming with the mantarays! Great snorkeling reef!!

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 July 2023

    7.0
    Nice beach front dtay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Reef Bure
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Not many free activities, some dinner options weren’t amazing

    Great outdoor bathroom, wonderful location, great lunch and breakfast options

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 6 July 2023

    8.0
    Amazing snorkeling straight off beach with best coral I’ve seen and lots of fish.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Paradise Dormitory
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Unaware of $140 food charge daily until booked, No towels for dorm, no bars to stop rolling off top bunk

    Paid trip to swim with manta rays was awesome

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 4 July 2023

    7.0
    Fiji is beautiful. good experience but not great value for money at this resort.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Villa - Beach Front
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    low tide no swim or snorkel possible expensive drinks at bar no variation to breakfast choices, dinner food average snorkel gear not included in price

    lunch choice great manta ray experience great

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 30 June 2023

    9.0
    A wonderful place to stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Reef Bure
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Facilities could use an update

    Friendly staff, delicious and filling meals, great place to snorkel especially for the chance to see manta rays

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 30 June 2023

    9.0
    Best snorkeling ever
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Treehouse Bure
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Quite expensive including food, understandable due to isolation. it would have been good to have more local food options. Paid activities a bit expensive

    The location, fantastic, perfect

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 21 June 2023

    9.0
    Amazing location. Highly recommend.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Paradise Dormitory
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    location, the reef out front of resort

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 June 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Treehouse Bure
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No guarantee of seeing mantarays.

    The staff, food and environment

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 15 June 2023

    9.0
    beautiful island oasis well worth a visit!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Reef Bure
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Service occasionally slow in the restaurant, but nothing bad. Mandatory meal cost makes sense, and is great value for money, however it is not obvious when booking - make this less of a hidden cost and more prominent, it’s worth it

    location is amazing, staff very friendly and always on hand to ensure have a great trip. Reed bure was beautiful, private bathroom and steps out onto the beach. Awesome dive spots. Food is tasty and plentiful.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 June 2023

    8.0
    Beautiful diving, beautiful staff, and beautiful place
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Paradise Dormitory
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Beware of hidden costs - we weren’t told about the compulsory meal plan and the price increased after we booked and the old price was not honoured. Both the management and Booking.com needs to do better with this. Wifi wasn’t amazing so download before you go and don’t plan work!

    Beautiful island, AMAZING staff, delicious food, and lovely facilities. Special shout out to the awesome dive crew who were enthusiastic, knowledgeable, fun and flexible. We loved our time and would certainly go back.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 7 June 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Treehouse Bure
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Their waterpump broke, so we had to cut the stay short.

    Stunning location, great diving.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 30 May 2023

    9.0
    Beautiful location & brilliant staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Treehouse Bure
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Toilets and showers were a bit far away from the room & drinks were expensive.

    The most beautiful location, loads of activities & staff were absolutely brilliant. They couldn’t do enough for you. The food was great.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 30 May 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Paradise Dormitory
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    clean and tidy good food - quality, variety, quantity excellent snorkeling from beach and gear for rent well organized manta snorkel flexible, accommodating dive shop Friday lovo and meke pretty touches, such as daily fresh hibiscus around sinks hot water showers especially, warm hospitality of staff

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 24 May 2023

    8.0
    Overall it’s a nice resort to enjoy the beach and the sea.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Seaside Bure
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    the beach villa is quite far away from the restaurant, and the food was not that attractive.

    lovely and friendly people there. Nice guided snorkeling Nice beach

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 18 May 2023

    8.0
    Great relaxing vibe with fun staff & great food. Will definitely try to come back.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Treehouse Bure
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There were no negatives for us!

    Its very relaxed. The gardens beach & facilities are lovely. The food options are great & the food is really good. The staff are really friendly & helpful. The staff who took us out snorkeling and diving were fun & made the whole experience fantastic.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 May 2023

    9.0
    Great resort - the reef just off the beach is one of the best I've ever seen, amazing marine life
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Villa - Beach Front
    • Stayed 6 nights

    Things quickly add up and whilst it was a great stay, it does get pricy. Some things which are included in other resorts are not here. It caters more for single couples or dorm-based groups rather than families with smaller children. Not a problem at all and we had so much fun, but just to be aware if you are looking for a kids club/care. That said, they went out of their way to help us. Lovely team.

    The reef just off the beach is one of the best I've ever seen - amazing marine life just off the resort's beaches. Great atmosphere and very good team at Manta Ray resort - they went out of their way to help us and ensure the best experience possible. That reef... WOW!

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 14 May 2023

    8.0
    Friendly staff & nice location !
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Treehouse Bure
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Meals are just ok and toilets/showers could receive some love !

    The staff is very friendly and daily activities are a good way to meet with other travelers ! The location is great ( for snorkeling thumbs up) ! It is a very easy going resort !

    Stayed in May 2023

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