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Mantaray Island Resort

3.0 star property
Beachfront resort for sun and fun

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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Room options

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Shared Dormitory (Paradise)

Highlights

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

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Reef Bure

Highlights

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

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Basic Tree House

Highlights

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

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Beachfront Villa

Highlights

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

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Seaside Bure

Highlights

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

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Family Reef Bure

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
Wardrobe or closet
  • Beach view
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Yasawa Island, Naviti Group, Nanuya Balavu Island

Getting around

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

Restaurants

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

About this property

Mantaray Island Resort

Resort by the ocean
Take advantage of a garden, a bar, and a restaurant at Mantaray Island Resort. With a white sand beach, sun loungers, and scuba diving, this resort is the perfect place to soak up some sun. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Enjoy onsite activities like fishing, boat tours, and ecotours. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas.
Additional perks include:
  • Tour/ticket assistance, luggage storage, and beach towels
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Blackout drapes/curtains and window screens
  • Balconies or patios, ceiling fans, and daily housekeeping

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Boat tours
  • Ecotours
  • Fishing
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Kayaking
  • Scuba diving
  • Snorkeling
  • Volleyball

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • On the beach

Spa

  • Massage

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 floor
  • 20 buildings
  • Built in 2005
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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 percent 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.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for FJD 75.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: FJD 75.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3.5 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is 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

Is Mantaray Island Resort pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Mantaray Island Resort?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Mantaray Island Resort?

Check-in start time: 12:30 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Mantaray Island Resort?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Mantaray Island Resort located?

Nestled on the beach, this Nanuya Balavu Island resort is 8.3 mi (13.4 km) from Blue Lagoon Beach and 17.9 mi (28.7 km) from Tokoriki Island Beach.

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Mantaray Island Resort Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 110 out of 222 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 77 out of 222 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 21 out of 222 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 222 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 222 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Excellent
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10

The resort is fantastic if you are looking for a quiet on the beach stay. If you want luxurious accommodations this is not the place but it is very nice and comfortable for us. Walked out the front door to the ocean and reef snorkeling right there. Awesome.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

We travelled with two teenage boys. We all had a great time. All the staff were very helpful and friendly. Staff were greeting each of our family members from the first day. Diving was great. Snorkling from the beach in front of the resort was amazing. Nice coral full of life. Food was good as well. We had a beach villa. It was excellent and close to the main area of the resort.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

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.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10

The snorkeling directly in front of this resorts beach front is great!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10

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.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10

Staff are amazing and swimming with manta rays unforgettable. Great gluten free food options. Beautiful snorkelling right off beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10

Setting was lovely and staff were great. Such a relaxing and friendly environment. We hope to return again!!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

8/10

Coral and fish were amazing
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

6/10

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.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10

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!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10

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!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10

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.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10

Amazing
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10

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.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

8/10

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10

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!

8/10

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

6/10

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.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10

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.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10

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.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10

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.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2022

10/10

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024