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Reviews of Scenic Matavai Resort Niue

Tapeu-Porritt Road, Tamakautoga, Niue , . Alofi, Niue

#1 of 2 hotels in Alofi

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Review score

Based on 25 hotel reviews

8.7

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.2

  • Comfort

    9.0

  • Location

    9.0

  • Facilities

    8.6

  • Staff

    8.8

  • Value for money

    8.5

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  • Reviewed: 19 March 2024

    8.0
    Comfortable and spacious
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Studio Apartment (Outside of Resort)
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Pool needs a little more love

    Self service apartments were nice and spacious. Beds were comfortable, aircon was a lifesaver! Cooking and laundry utilities were perfect.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 February 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Cliff Top Superior Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 7 nights

    Food was OK but there are also plenty of good places to eat around town

    it is the only resort but excellent nonetheless

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 12 February 2024

    9.0
    Perfect spot
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio Apartment (Outside of Resort)
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Unfortunately no fly screen on the doors to allow the breeze in at all times of the day.

    The room was large and had great views of the ocean. The staff were friendly and always helpful. Great restaurant, bar and pool areas. The welcoming event on our first day was great to get an understanding of how to get around the island and what there is to do.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 February 2024

    9.0
    Beautiful, relaxing, scenic resort on Niue! Worth the trip!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio Apartment (Outside of Resort)
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The kitchen leaves more to be desired. Full disclosure, the oven was broken while we were there (tough to replace in a remote island), however we ordered the catch of the day and prime sirloin one evening and both dishes were almost inedible… especially considering the high price, there’s way better food on the island.

    The views are fantastic! Staff is extremely nice. Check in and check out are down to a well oiled science. Pool is a lovely place to relax.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 December 2023

    8.0
    A beautiful place retreat like place
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio Apartment (Outside of Resort)
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    1. No telephone in the room - direct link to reception. 2. Food/coffee facilities not available 24/7 3. No Island Night 4. Food was not good 5. Conference/Events Centre is small 6. Lack of a buzz experience.

    Location and closeness to the Sea.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 21 November 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment (Outside of Resort)
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The stay was good. However, the dining was over priced and not fulfilling. The restaurant really needs to fix the portion size vs amount you get. Also very uncomfortable eating a nice meal out of a bowl.

    Really good, clean and exceptional. Would really recommend. Best accomidation on the island. Swimming pool was very welcoming.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 11 November 2023

    10
    A blissful experience in paradise.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Studio Apartment (Outside of Resort)
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    It was separate to the main resort and had its own pool amongst other studio units. Very quiet with amazing sea views.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 11 November 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio Apartment (Outside of Resort)
    • Stayed 10 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great resort

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 3 November 2023

    10
    Niue is an amazing place and this resort is the best place to stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Studio Apartment (Outside of Resort)
    • Stayed 8 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Friendly staff, great location.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 31 October 2023

    9.0
    Nice sea view in a quiet location with good facilities.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio Apartment (Outside of Resort)
    • Stayed 8 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Daily servicing adequate but limited eg floor not cleaned from any sand brought in and no broom to clean this up. Not a criticism but be aware, the daily servicing at the Apartment is not a five star service.

    Stayed at the Apartment complex which is a couple of kilometres away from the main resort but resort facilities can be used. The Apartment complex has a small pool which is very adequate. Loved the sea view, quiet and uncrowded environment and self catering option of this alternative accommodation and would recommend.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 30 September 2023

    8.0
    Fabulous & relaxing
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio Apartment (Outside of Resort)
    • Stayed 7 nights

    The room was quite dark

    The view from the deck & that it was quiet

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 15 August 2023

    10
    Fantastic
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Studio Apartment (Outside of Resort)
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The view the space

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 20 June 2023

    8.0
    Very enjoyable and relaxing even though the weather wasn’t great still lots to see and do
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Deluxe Studio
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Be good to have salt and pepper on tables and nice to relocate the many roosters who don’t realise that 2,3,4 & 5 am isn’t dawn(lol)

    Lovely location, nice clean and spacious room. Small issues resolved efficiently. Continental breakfast included in room fee was a pleasant surprise. Happy hour was a great idea and we utilised this often. Manager was very friendly and responsive and the reception staff super helpful sorting our trips. thanks!

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 5 June 2023

    8.0
    A great escape
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Superior Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 7 nights

    Stunning views. Their very own sea track that you can explore. Beautiful resort. Good food. Morning newsletter with ideas about what to do each day. Great location, next to Niue Blue (for snorkelling and diving adventures).

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 11 October 2022

    8.0
    Very good
    • Business trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 7 nights

    Excellent Pacific experience

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: 28 September 2022

    9.0
    Greeted by Dolphins every morning 🤩
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Cliff Top Superior Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    You will find food that is probably in line with the eastern diet, so burgers, a lot of fried food and a lot of meat. Also, food arrives once per week, maybe that’s why quite a bit of the fruits in the morning are canned goods. Vegans and vegetarians might want to look for alternative places to eat as there is only one vegetarian meal on the menu (+ some sides + fruit salad). We’d like to to propose more plant-based meals as they can be eaten by all (allergies aside). Also, we would like to propose more big glass containers instead of the little plastic ones (eg for shampoo or breakfast spreads) to safe plastic.

    The view is simply awesome. Where else can you watch Whales and Dolphins from your room? Interior is modern, we like. :) Shuttle service from and to the airport is a big plus. Whenever we needed something, someone was there to help. An other big plus: There is a cooperation with the dive shop next door so that snorkelling gear is available at no extra cost. Fresh coconut for breakfast on some days. Fresh Paw paw on most.. :)

    Stayed in September 2022

  • Reviewed: 13 September 2023

    7.0
    Niue wedding
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Studio
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Lack of attention to details,went for a wedding and wasn't made to feel special at all.Not even a final congratulations good bye.Felt like a number and business transaction.Would not recommend for first wedding,as communication difficulties.Couldnt get hairdresser, makeup,nails, massage all had to be done yourself.No extra help to make day special, felt like I was in the way.Nothing special to make the day a standout everything was a problem.Was just another guest room in middle of everyone else,no extra wedding notes,welcomes,help with bags.The wedding was extra cost on-top of accommodation.Left upset and let down on what could have been my dream island wedding.

    The pool area was great to relax and watch the whales swim by.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 8 August 2023

    7.0
    Niue was stunning, whales fabulous, lovely rooms,; restuarant let the place down .
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    As above + unset yogurt or cream or whatever it was for breakfast. Really awful. Staff also need training to make cocktails. They tasted like mocktsils with not enough alcohol, or not enough to taste anyway.

    Some of the food was almost inedible. People all over the town were talking about it. Took us 2 days to find a restuarant who could take us in as so many Matavia clients would not eat at the resort.. BBQ was okay but no range. Twice I could not see anything I would actually eat. Take that beetroot risotto off the menu! Restuarant staff could learn to smile more or remember orders. Really disappointed by the restuarant and the pool area was a really grubby area having not been cleaned up from nights before. Rooms were immaculate & cleaners super friendly. Richard the manager was a standout and a wonderful standin manager. Thank you

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 24 December 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 5 December 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Studio
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 23 November 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Studio Apartment (Outside of Resort)
    • Stayed 7 nights

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 11 November 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio Apartment (Outside of Resort)
    • Stayed 7 nights

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 15 November 2022

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Cliff Top Superior Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 7 nights

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: 13 October 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Cliff Top Superior Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 7 nights

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in October 2023

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