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Average price*: £326 ($650) (year-round)
TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4.5 based on 47 reviews 47 reviews
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #1 of 1 hotels in Matangi Island
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  • Hotel class: 3 of 5
  • Rooms: 14
Description: Family-owned Bungalow Resort situated on 240-acre private island off the coast of Taveuni. This description is based on information provided by the hotel.
Address:
Matangi Island
Fiji

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Reviews of Matangi Private Island Resort

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“Understated Luxury”

Matangi Private Island Resort

6 Jan 2008
5/5 found this review helpful

My husband and I just returned from Matangi Island and I have to say it was absolutely incredible. We actually chose Matangi due to reviews here at TripAdvisor and I have to say that the excellent reviews are right on the mark. We had a beautiful large bure that essentially gave us our own private slice of beach, own hammock, and to beach chairs. All the structures on the island are very carefully designed to stay true to island feel without neglecting luxury.

A few favorites of the trip that really made it remarkable for us:
1. The food was fantastic! I'm a chef and the fact that we were going to be on an island for 5+ days I wanted to make sure the food was good. Reviews here said the food was outstanding and they were absolutely correct. The food was definitely very well done and thought out.
2. You absolutely felt pampered without feeling like you were being waited on hand and foot (which can sometimes happen at fancier resorts). The staff was friendly and not at all standoffish.
3. Since there are only 14 or so bures on the island it really is a place to truly get away from everything.
4. It was very important to my husband and I that Matangi hires staff from one of the local islands which obviously helps support that village's economic structure. Matangi also makes donation to that village (and other organizations) and they are currently helping to rebuild the village school/new library. It meant a lot to us that Matangi truly does care about the people and environment around it.

Overall it was fantastic and I can't say enough about it.

This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC
TravelHoundSeattle's Summary
Date of Stay: January 2008
Travelled with: Spouse / significant other
Visit was for: Honeymoon
Age group: 25-34
Member since: 06 January 2008
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Location (e.g., convenience, views)
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Check-in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
    • 3 of 5 stars Business service (e.g., internet access)
Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
Absolutely!
I recommend this hotel for:
An Amazing Honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, People with disabilities, Families with Teenagers, tourists
I do not recommend this hotel for:
Young Singles, pet owners, Families with Small Children
I selected this hotel as a top choice for:
Beach / Sun, Outdoor / Adventure
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“What a trip!”

Matangi Private Island Resort

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5 of 5 stars
Temperance, MI
1 Jan 2008
4/4 found this review helpful

Amazing! If you are thinking about going to Fiji, look no further, Matangi Island private resport is perfect. We found the price to me mid-range for the resorts in Fiji and we took the word of a travel agent that it was great. She was right, it was the most perfect honeymoon I ever could have imagined. The accomodations are flawless and the resort staff are the best. We went snorkeling, deep sea fishing, hiking, to a private beach for a day, to a traditional Fijian village for a day, took a sunset cruise. Oh, and the food it spectacular.

  • This TripAdvisor Member:
    • Liked — Everything
    • Disliked — Nothing
This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC
tripsfor2's Summary
Date of Stay: October 2005
Travelled with: Spouse / significant other
Visit was for: Honeymoon
Age group: 25-34
Member since: 01 January 2008
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Location (e.g., convenience, views)
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Check-in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
    • 3 of 5 stars Business service (e.g., internet access)
Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
Absolutely!
I recommend this hotel for:
An Amazing Honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, Families with Teenagers, tourists
I do not recommend this hotel for:
Young Singles, People with disabilities, Older Travellers, pet owners, Families with Small Children
I selected this hotel as a top choice for:
Beach / Sun, Museums / Cultural / Historical sites, Outdoor / Adventure, Great food / Wine, Spa, Skiing / Winter sports
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“Incredible Hospitality”

Matangi Private Island Resort

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5 of 5 stars
Kauai, Hawaii
27 Dec 2007
4/4 found this review helpful

We just got back from two weeks in Fiji: one week at Matangi Private Island Resort and one week at Lalati Resort on Beqa Island. I wish we could have stayed at Lalati first, because it was a huge disappointment after Matangi. The food, the staff, the island, everything was better at Matangi. The only thing I would say is possibly better at Lalati is the diving, although the diving at Matangi was spectacular too and the dive crew was much more professional.

I highly recommend Matangi and hope to go back there soon. They made us feel like part of the family. Go for the tree house accomodations if you can. They are unbelievable!

Karen on Kauai

  • This TripAdvisor Member:
    • Liked — No TV, no internet, no phone
    • Disliked — No TV, no internet, no phone
This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC
KauaiKaren's Summary
Date of Stay: December 2007
Travelled with: Spouse / significant other
Visit was for: Romantic getaway
Age group: 35-49
Member since: 27 December 2007
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Location (e.g., convenience, views)
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Check-in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
Absolutely!
I recommend this hotel for:
An Amazing Honeymoon, A romantic getaway, tourists
I do not recommend this hotel for:
Young Singles, People with disabilities, Older Travellers, pet owners
I selected this hotel as a top choice for:
Beach / Sun, Outdoor / Adventure
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“Paradise Found!”

Matangi Private Island Resort

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5 of 5 stars
Seattle, Washington
25 Nov 2007
2/2 found this review helpful

Our trip to Matangi was wonderful. It was so incredibly relaxing. The staff is amazingly welcoming. The island is beautiful and unspoiled. The food was exceptional. The beach was soft and silky. We enjoyed every moment. The resort was clean and comfortable- a great combination of luxury and simplicity. We really enjoyed the waterfall trip. The village tour was interesting. We didn't miss nightlife or TV one bit. Massages were great. The outdoor shower was a nice chance from home. Snorkeling was great, the Horseshoe bay picnic a nice private time, the private dinner was romantic. The pictures on the website are good representations of the resort---the resort is what they say it is ---amazing!

The plane ride from Taveuni was an experience. 18 seat plane! Nice views from the plane though. I reccomend ear plugs, a water bottle and go to the bathroom before getting on the plane. It didn't have all the "luxuries" that come with standard commercial flights.

There were spiders, insects, and geckos---we quickly decided we were thankful for the netting around the bed.

Linda at South Seas Travel Agency was very helpful in choosing a resort. There are so many amazing places in Fiji. It was hard to choose but she help make it clearer.

We look forward to returning some day!

  • This TripAdvisor Member:
    • Liked — Everything
    • Disliked — Leaving!
This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC
Annachloe's Summary
Date of Stay: November 2007
Travelled with: Spouse / significant other
Visit was for: Honeymoon
Age group: 25-34
Member since: 25 November 2007
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Location (e.g., convenience, views)
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Check-in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
Absolutely!
I recommend this hotel for:
An Amazing Honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Older Travellers, tourists
I do not recommend this hotel for:
Young Singles, Girlfriend getaway, pet owners, Families with Small Children
I selected this hotel as a top choice for:
Beach / Sun, Museums / Cultural / Historical sites
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“Matangi Is Paradise”

Matangi Private Island Resort

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5 of 5 stars
Southern California
30 Oct 2007
5/5 found this review helpful

My wife and I had never been to Fiji but after much research and reading the rave reviews on Traveladvisor we decided to go to Matangi Island Resort.

It is everything written and more. The Island of Matangi has got to be one of the most beautiful places on earth surrounded by some of the most beautiful scenery.

The beach runs the entire length of the resort, there are coconut palm trees and bright colorful vegetation and flowers everywhere on the island. The resort grounds and beach are meticulously groomed daily by some of the friendliest staff that anyone could want to meet.

Our beach bure was large, very comfortable, clean and was built in true Fijian style. We really enjoyed the outdoor shower and the fantastic infinity pool with the "beach" entry. The scuba diving has got to be some of the best on this planet.

Great meals are served in the new dining area that is really beautiful. Shorts, T-shirt or button down shirt are still the informal dining wear...bare feet are also common. I loved being at such a beautiful resort and still being able to be dress informally!!

We overpacked as did everyone else visiting the island. Having a laundry hamper in our bure made everything so simple. Drop clothing in it in the morning and by evening it was back in your bure cleaned and pressed.

If you want a true tropical vacation in paradise then Matangi Island Resort is for you.

Marika, Masawini, Anna and all the staff at Matangi...Vinaka!!! You all made our trip one that will be forever in our hearts and in our thoughts.

  • This TripAdvisor Member:
    • Liked — There are too may "best" things to list!!!
    • Disliked — How can you like something "least" in paradise??
This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC
AlohaKurt's Summary
Date of Stay: October 2007
Travelled with: Spouse / significant other
Age group: 50-64
Member since: 24 May 2006
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Location (e.g., convenience, views)
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
    • 5 of 5 stars Business service (e.g., internet access)
Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
Absolutely!
I recommend this hotel for:
An Amazing Honeymoon, A romantic getaway, tourists
I do not recommend this hotel for:
Young Singles, Girlfriend getaway, People with disabilities, Older Travellers, pet owners, Families with Small Children, Families with Teenagers
I selected this hotel as a top choice for:
Beach / Sun, Outdoor / Adventure
Was this review helpful? Yes No

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