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Mantaray Island Resort

3.0 star property
Nanuya Balavu Island beachfront resort with restaurant, bar/lounge

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Fishing
Interior entrance
Shared Dormitory (Paradise)
Spa
Property grounds

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • On the beach
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Beach sunloungers
  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Boat tours
  • Hiking/biking trails
Feel at home
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Blackout curtains
  • Snack bar/deli
The price is NZ$352
includes taxes & fees
4 Feb - 5 Feb

Room options

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Shared Dormitory (Paradise)

Shared Dormitory (Paradise)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Daily housekeeping
  • 120 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Reef Bure

Reef Bure

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Daily housekeeping
Wardrobe
  • 32 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Basic Tree House

Basic Tree House

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Daily housekeeping
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Beachfront Villa

Beachfront Villa

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 52 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Seaside Bure | View from room

Seaside Bure

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Free cots/infant beds
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Daily housekeeping
Wardrobe
  • 12 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Reef Bure

Family Reef Bure

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Daily housekeeping
  • 32 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Map
Yasawa Island, Naviti Group, Nanuya Balavu Island

What's nearby

  • Blue Lagoon Beach - 22 min drive
  • Tokoriki Island Beach - 48 min drive

Getting around

  • Nadi (NAN-Nadi Intl.) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • Black Rock
  • The Sandbar
  • Mantaray Resort Restaurant
  • Boat Bar

About this property

Mantaray Island Resort

Situated by the ocean, Mantaray Island Resort is a great choice for a stay in Nanuya Balavu Island. Guests indulge in massages, then grab a bite to eat at the restaurant. Other features include a bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli and a garden.

Languages

English

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 18 units
    • Arranged over 1 level
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 12:30 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • Guests must transfer via Boat to the property; guests must contact the property at least 72 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking
    • The property charges 3.5 per cent for credit card payments
    • The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 6:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • If you are planning to arrive after 4:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Boat transfers depart from Port Denarau daily at 8:30 AM and are operated by South Sea Cruises.
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
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Parking

    • No on-site parking
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Snack bar/deli

What to do

  • On the beach
  • Volleyball
  • Ecotours
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Kayaking
  • Boat tours
  • Scuba diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Fishing

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Luggage storage
  • Beach sunloungers
  • Beach towels

Facilities

  • 20 buildings/towers
  • Built in 2005
  • Garden

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Ceiling fan
  • Window screens

Sleep well

  • Blackout curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Balcony or patio

Freshen up

  • Towels

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Special features

Dining

On-site venue – Overlooking the ocean, this restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • Additional fees: FJD 139 per person, per night for adults and FJD 69.50 per person, per night for children (from 3 years old to 12 years old)
The additional mandatory fee covers a meal plan fee per guest.

Optional extras

  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 3.5 per cent

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for FJD 75.0 per night

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Cashless transactions are available.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Mantaray Island Resort Nanuya Balavu Island
Mantaray Island Resort
Mantaray Resort
Mantaray Island Nanuya Balavu Island
Mantaray Nanuya Balavu

Frequently asked questions

Does Mantaray Island Resort offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Mantaray Island Resort does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Mantaray Island Resort?
Sorry, neither pets nor service animals are allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Mantaray Island Resort?
Sorry, there's no on-site parking at Mantaray Island Resort.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Mantaray Island Resort?
Check-in start time: 12:30 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
What is there to do at Mantaray Island Resort and nearby?
Have fun with on-site activities such as kayaking, fishing and snorkelling. Additional recreation on-site includes ecotours and volleyball. Mantaray Island Resort also has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Mantaray Island Resort?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant that offers ocean views.
Does Mantaray Island Resort have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a balcony or patio.

Mantaray Island Resort Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Good

Meal times are very chaotic. Waited over am hour for my breakfast (I was the very last person served food despite getting to breakfast at a reasonable time) and almost missed the boat for my morning tour as a result. Very few amenities/ activities. Glad we only stayed one night as not a lot to do at the resort.
Zara, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

I cannot say enough good things about my time at this resort. It definitely exceeded all of my expectations. The location is beautiful, the meals were good, the room (beachfront villa) was amazing and the staff were wonderful. The ONLY word of advice I have is to make sure you bring a few between meal snacks with you. There are no options to grab a little something to snack on after hours of snorkeling…. IF you are actually willing to get out of the water. I had tears when it came time to leave. There is no question about going back. All ready planning my next trip.
Tina, 3-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

The property was clean and well maintained. The staff were excellent and very eager to please. We hired snorkelling gear from the dive hut and found it to be below standard. The purge valve was clogged with sand and the clasp in my mask was absent. Otherwise, everything was great!
Irma, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

This was such a lovely relaxed but well presented resort. The coral reef snorkling is fanrastic from the beach. The staff were lovely the food was Its a perfect 3 star resort, would highly reccomend for a low key relaxed holiday.
Nicolette, 4-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Sophie, 5-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

A bit rustic but a charming island resort retreat. Food was great; reef Bure was right there a few steps from the ocean. Very welcoming.
Brian, 4-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Absolutely brilliant. The view from the reef bure down to the ocean is amazing and you are just a few steps away from being in the water from your bed. The staff are lovely and prompt to answer your requests. The activities are varied and all done to a very high standard - all in all a great stay.
2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

If you've done your homework and you know what to expect when you arrive, this place is excellent for a few days away. The staff are so friendly and helpful - they get to know you by name almost immediately. For a place with dozens of people coming and going every week, that's a really nice touch, so thank you Rosa, Mika, Ropate, Taveki, Save, and so many more. We stayed in the beachfront villa so I can't speak to the quality of other accommodations, but we were happy with the room. The shower was open to the sky but we didn't have problems with bugs in the room or anything. Just keep the door closed most of the time. Being able to sit in a beach hammock and watch the sunrise was fantastic. The main guest lounge near the beach has drinks and snacks, along with easy access to the dive shop, activity bure, and plenty of places to relax. The quality of the meals was one of our favourite things of all, and we always left the dining area feeling satisfied. Some things to note (not bad things, just good to know): - not all drinks are included with the meal plan. Water is drinkable around the resort and morning coffee/juice up in the dining area is free, but everything else ranges from $6.50-$25 depending on what you get. - the resort is built onto a hillside, so you'll be climbing up and down some paths and stairs a few times every day. - you can get cell data on site with a Fiji e-SIM. Overall we loved it. Go to disconnect, relax, eat well, and enjoy the sea around you.
Taylor, 4-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Lucille, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

I had an amazing week at Manta Ray Island Resort. The best thing about my experience was the Fijian people and Sunny. The Fijians who work there are some of the kindest, happy and most genuine humans I’ve met. My room was very comfortable. There was so many things to do there. If I wasn’t snorkeling I was walking on the beach, paddling on a stand up, fishing from the beach or offshore. The waters off the beach were incredible with sea life. I got dive certified there, and I highly recommend all the individuals as instructors and or dive buddies, especially Wise. I am looking forward to returning soon. My only constructive criticism is that I think the proteins tended to be overcooked…fish, chicken and beef. Otherwise, the food was good. Also, I think the resort should make all visitors aware before their trip that the resort doesn’t take any currency other than Fiji dollars. The paddleboards need some fins. I highly recommend this resort.
Daniel, 7-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing
5-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Staff are amazing and swimming with manta rays unforgettable. Great gluten free food options. Beautiful snorkelling right off beach.
Karen, 7-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Welcome home- this resort was the highlight of my summer! Offers beautiful ocean-front stays, a lovely walkable beach, and easy access to snorkeling and diving. Food is delicious and the staff are friendly and helpful. Wish I could visit every month!
Rebecca, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Stayed right on the beach. They didn’t have water the day before we arrived so they were working hard on it while there and got it going. Owner was easy to talk with. Snorkeling was amazing, rained lots but had lots of fun!
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Coral and fish were amazing
Neil, Dianne, 3-night family trip
Verified Wotif guest review

6/10 Good

I liked that we had a direct view of the beach/ocean from our room. Pictures on the website needs to be updated. The food was not that great.
Miquel, 5-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Mantra Ray Island resort was everything we could have asked for. There were always activities on offer, but you could also just lay in a hammock for hours. The snorkelling just steps from our bure was amazing, the best I’ve ever experienced. The staff were so friendly and kind.
Erin, 5-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Mantaray Island Resort is unlike any commercial resort we’ve ever been to, but was very special in that way. This is a resort for social adventurers, and the staff are the key. They are social, kind, compassionate, funny, and full of life! Everything is organized around meals which are carefully planned & rotated with fresh ingredients & flavors! There is not a wide selection because of the remoteness, but they do their best to accommodate everyone’s special needs. We thought every meal was fabulous, but we are not picky. The resort is fronted with a beach on a shallow marine reserve, best snorkeled at high tide, but they offer paddle boards & kayaks to explore the bay and easily get out to deeper water or other nearby beaches. The opposite beach in the rear of the resort is a softer quiet beach with bigger waves, but is also shallow water & is not great for a swim. We took advantage of all the snorkeling in front of the resort as well as on guided morning tours, to about 5 different locations. The reefs & marine life are absolutely in abundance! We would have tried a dive if able. There are lots of other activities offered, and the staff are great fun in leading all! However, again, this is a remote island. Not all rooms have AC or a bathroom. Be careful in choosing, as there are limited availabilities of rooms. There is a central bath w/ shower stalls & sinks, and no-flush toilets - all community. We saw a lot of grumpy guests who had not read those details. Very clean tho.
Amy, 6-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The snorkeling directly in front of this resorts beach front is great!
Nancy, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

We loved the beach front Jungle Burre. The outlook was superb. Staff were so good and friendly. Activities were great. Manta Ray and reef snorkelling were out of this world.
Marie, 4-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Setting was lovely and staff were great. Such a relaxing and friendly environment. We hope to return again!!
Judith, 5-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Angela, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

You will never regret visiting this place.
every one is nice and the service is 200%. A nice place to stay and play in the water. When I say play in the water, that means its not only swimming in a clear water.Its full of full of life.under. I wish I have speargun. Thank you so much everyone specially to the owners. See you again
Peter, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

2/10 Poor

8-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

8/10 Very good

Mantaray Island - Fiji
We stayed in a 2 person private bure about 30 steps from the beach, it was very nice. the food in this hotel was EXCELLENT! Drinks seem overpriced at times. Overall a good experience. One tip: If booking this hotel to swim with Mantarays call the week before and see if they had any activity. Highly recommend the snorkel trip they offer. Make sure you have an underwater camera.
1-night trip
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