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A wooden deck with two chairs and a table overlooking a clear blue sea, a thatched-roof structure on stilts in the distance, and a small island with boats. - Fatboys Resort (Mbambanga Island)
An overwater bungalow with a thatched roof, wooden deck, and a view of the turquoise sea and lush greenery. - Fatboys Resort (Mbambanga Island)
A coastal building with a view of the sea and a palm tree. - Fatboys Resort (Mbambanga Island)
A tropical beach with clear turquoise waters, a sailboat, and lush greenery. - Fatboys Resort (Mbambanga Island)
A wooden four-poster bed with white bedding and blue pillows, a small bedside table with a lamp, and a purple rug on a wooden floor. - Fatboys Resort (Mbambanga Island)
At Fatboys Resort, you can look forward to a terrace, a garden, and a library. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities such as laundry facilities and a bar.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Room service

Room options

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View all photos for Family Bungalow (1)

A small house with a thatched roof, surrounded by trees and a sandy path.

Family Bungalow (1)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 3 Twin Beds

View all photos for Honeymoon Bungalow

A wooden deck with two chairs and a table overlooking a clear blue sea, a thatched-roof structure on stilts in the distance, and a small island with boats.

Honeymoon Bungalow

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Traditional Double Room (Couple)

A wooden deck with a table and chairs, overlooking a body of water with boats and a thatched-roof building in the distance.

Traditional Double Room (Couple)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Family House, Ocean View, Oceanfront (Whole House)

A neatly made bed with a canopy, a wooden bench, a small table with items, and a wall with framed pictures.

Family House, Ocean View, Oceanfront (Whole House)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Ocean view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Twin Bed and 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ocean View, Overwater

A wooden bungalow with a thatched roof, a balcony, and a small deck.

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ocean View, Overwater

  • Ocean view
  • 5 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Mbambanga Island, Fatboys Resort is in the historical district and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Kennedy Island and Nusa Tupe Island. Explore all the area has to offer with hiking/biking trails, ecotours, and mountain climbing. Visit our Mbambanga Island travel guide
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Babanga Beach, Mbambanga Island

Restaurants

  • P T 109
  • Waterfront

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM at scheduled times and on request
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: AUD 6 to 23 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Library

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference space

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Direct access to the beach
  • Garden
  • On the waterfront
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

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  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Mini-fridge
  • Room service

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 9 AM; Check-in end time: 4:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 8:30 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 3.5 percent for credit card payments
There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 4:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately AUD 6.00 to 23.00 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: AUD 28 per person (roundtrip)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Frequently asked questions

Is Fatboys Resort pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Fatboys Resort?

Check-in start time: 9 AM; Check-in end time: 4:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Fatboys Resort?

Check-out is at 8:30 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Fatboys Resort provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs 6 AM–6 PM on request. A fee of AUD 28 per person applies.

Where is Fatboys Resort located?

Within easy reach of Kennedy Island and Nusa Tupe Island, this Mbambanga Island hotel is located by the ocean and offers direct access to the beach.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Fatboys Resort Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

8.8

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.6

Staff & service

7.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 32 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 32 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 32 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 32 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 32 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Good place and friendly staff
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fatboys is the best place ever. Staff are so welcoming and accommodate to your every need.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was an awesome trip all the staff that i interacted with were great. My room was clean the food was good im plannin on goin back this trip to the Solomons has been a wonderful trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the closeness of the sea and. Beach living. Great swimming. Felt the bungalows are a bit weathered and could do with recon
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We believe that it is the best hotel in the Gizo area. However, there is room for improvement. The stuff is extremely helpful and nice, the service is great, and the resort offer many activities. However, we could appreciate A/C in the room (it is hot at night) and better hot water in the shower would have been nice
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fatboys was amazing! Excellent snokelling, yummy food and the most incredibly helpful and kind staff. You will not regret a visit to Fatboys.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in an overwater bungalow, this is our 2nd stay and it was like coming home. The staff are amazing as is the location. Nothing to do except snorkel, eat, drink or take kayak out or a boat drive. Total bliss
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great place for relaxation or as many activities you want. Friendly staff, good food, nice clean room. Short boat ride from Gizo or a longer one from Munda. Snorkeling out from the resort was good. A lot of effort has gone into getting the property looking good
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fatboys is an awesome place to base yourself in Gizo for all that the area offers. Staff are wonderful and will do anything to make your stay enjoyable.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Outstanding location, beautiful view from our traditional cabin right on the water. Great snorkelling right off the resort. Fabulous seafood & very friendly staff A wonderful experience all round… wished I could have stayed longer than the 3 nights.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service
Charging price shuld be expressd.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The thatch roof was old and full of termites, thus termite dust fells from the ceiling all day and night. I woke up with it on my face, in my hair, everywhere. The lighting in in the room is very poor. The room is open so you have mosquitoes all day and night. The chair on the porch was broken. Water drains onto the floor not down the pipe. I told the (new) owner and he said they knew these problems and planned to shut down the unit and put on a new roof. But still took my $175/night fee and did not put us into a nicer room, I would not recommend this room unless you know the rooms have been upgraded.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A tropical paradise!

We are a family of 2 adults and our 7 year old son and 8 year old daughter and we all loved Fat Boys Resort. It is an idyllic holiday destination. We spent our days snorkelling in the 29 degree water, boating to deserted islands, fishing, kayaking, standup paddle boarding, swimming and lots of lazing around. We enjoyed walking to the local village and meeting quite a few locals as well as seeing their kindy and primary school. If you go to Fatboys take along some stuff for the school - coloured paper, texters, children's books - anything is gratefully received. It was great for our kids to see another way of living. You can also take a quick boat to Gizo to go to the local markets if you want to stock up on a few food items as the rooms have a fridge. There are lots of day trips you can take with one of the staff and the boat. We did the trip to Skull Island which was a highlight. Also there is great snorkelling of WW2 wrecks including a fighter plane thats easy to see from the waters surface. And a old fishing vessel. Kids loved seeing these. Our kids loved it and enjoyed lots of activity but also just mooching around playing on the pool table, collecting shells etc. We loved the fact that the wifi is patchy so kids are not on screens. Staff are delightful. Everyone is very warm and gentle We would love to go back!
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2017
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sensational locaton, being able to dive from your balcony is the best.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely resort for a few nights

We had a great stay at Fatboys. The staff were very friendly and helpful and the food was great. Our accommodation was spacious with a mosquito net (personal spray and insect spray provided) with a comfy queen bed looking towards the balcony and water, sofa area, bar fridge, jug, 2 jugs of drinking water, hanging rack for clothes as well as an open shelved stand for clothes and a safe. The balcony-2 barstool style chairs and table overlooks the water towards the restaurant and is lovely spot for coffee or an evening drink. The bathroom with slat floor has a stable door - inside was a toilet and hot water shower. The hand basin is outside the bathroom but there is no light or mirror so you are almost in darkness at night There are 2 lights above the bed but no other lighting so it is impossible to sit on the sofa to read, write etc as it gets dark. We stayed 3nights & snorkelled from the restaurant towards the green buoy and surrounds. There was a nice variety of fish and coloured coral and out towards the drop off and green buoy we saw some larger marine life such as humphead wrasse. Conditions & viz varied during our stay & the last morning snorkel presented the best conditions. To improve a guest’s stay would be lighting over the sofa/lounge area; a light and mirror next to the hand basin, repairing the broken “Roman blind” door to the balcony in order to keep the rain out, an undercover clothes line for swimwear, cordless jug, more clothing storage.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Resort, fantastic people, wonderful food

Food fantastic - staff very friendly and helpful
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location beautiful views nice weather kayaks were fun
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We thoroughly enjoyed our week at Fatboys, the staff are all friendly and helpful special mention to Manu the manager, Lia & Roderick our boat driver/tour guide/fishing god. Thank you all for making our stay wonderful including all of you whose names we don’t know. The bungalow was clean and well set up the bed was very comfortable the view amazing. The fresh seafood is cooked perfectly, the banana fritters are good for dessert. The snorkeling on the doorstep is some of the best we have seen, overall a wonderful relaxing holiday. Can’t wait to go back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A slice of paradise

The perfect piece of paradise for tropical islands in a remote location with great people. The staff at Fatboys are so kind, welcoming, and will help you with anything you need. The food is fresh and the drinks are cold. We stayed in the over the water bungalow which is their newest and nicest room. Three of the four walls are floor to ceiling windows to see the stunning views. You fall asleep and wake up to the relaxing sounds of the waves crashing on the beach. The room can be fully closed to prevent water intrusion during rain. It has air conditioning, electricity, and hot water. The best part is you just jump off your private dock and have great snorkeling right off the room. Do not expect to have good wifi access. You can connect at the restaurant but it is slow and spotty. It was nice to disconnect.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, and experience to visit this very interesting part of the Solomons. Excursions to other areas available but expensive unless you can share. Meals very good and plenty of variety for the Solomons.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025