Nanuya Balavu Island, Yasawa Islands, Nanuya Balavu Island, Fiji
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Guests' ChoiceBased on 454 hotel reviews
8.4Cleanliness
8.6
Comfort
8.7
Location
9.3
Facilities
8.4
Staff
9.1
Value for money
7.8
Free WiFi
6.9
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 22 April 2024
Serena
FijiI found that the property doesn’t offer enough beach space for guests. There was a large university group there when I was there and they just took over. The staff in activities seem tired and bored. There was also much loud work happening that was not advised upon booking. Going to rest and relax and listen to banging, chainsaws and jackhammers not so much fun.
The property is beautifully situated with an incredible house reef to snorkel. The restaurant is uniquely placed at the top of a long staircase with lovely views and a seabreeze.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 20 April 2024
Erinna
New ZealandIt was hot in the tree bure, next time I’d get an air conditioned room as it was challenging to sleep.
Peaceful, stunning reef, a range of activities to do - paid and free. Super relaxing.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 8 April 2024
Sophie
United KingdomYou have to eat at the restaurant (as there is only one resort on the island and no shops which is obviously positive and you are taken to the office on arrival to pay for the meals for the days you are staying. The food wasn't terrible but it could be improved. The trips from the resort were a bit on the pricey side too. I would have stayed at different resorts if i had longer (so a few nights on a few different resorts) - you can get packages to do this and it is a lot cheaper than booking through booking.com
stunning location. Staff friendly, lovely greeting and farewell. The best snorkelling I have done just off the beach. Isolated. Even in rainy season i would recommend visiting. Very organised transport on safe boats from main land.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 16 March 2024
Jonathan
United StatesOngoing construction from 8-5 pm, audible everywhere, very disruptive, except for breakfast limited gluten free vegetarian options
Staff was helpful, helpede.xhange my.room, house reef snorkeling was excellent, grounds were like a jungle )in a good way)
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 4 March 2024
Charles
United StatesWe had not realized the resort is also a hostel, so we were surprised how young our fellow travelers were. Not an issue, just surprising.
We felt instantly welcomed and enjoyed our air conditioned room, the location, the facilities and the fabulous snorkeling just off the beach. Sunset views from the restaurant were outstanding. We greatly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 4 March 2024
Alexandre
AustraliaThe island should be closed when there is construction or discounted.
The villa was fantastic and the beach a dream.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 2 March 2024
Debbie
AustraliaGREAT RESORT, A LITTLE BIT MORE VARIETY ON THE MENU FOR ALL MEALS WOULD BE ALL THAT I COULD FAULT. FRIENDLY SERVICE AND STAFF.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 27 February 2024
Alexander
United Kingdom- when booking it should be made clear that the price advertised on Booking.com does not include the 139 Fijian dollar a day per person food bill which is mandatory. Don’t mind paying this as there is no where else to eat but it would have been nice to know in advance
- The location is stunning, coral reef all around the island - food was good - Staff are friendly - lots of free activities as well as paid ones
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 26 February 2024
Phil
AustraliaThey should add the meal plan to the total cost of the stay instead of having to pay it separately. The communal area wasn't as advertised on the website and the cocktails were a little watered down.
The staff were amazing, so was the coral off the beach and the dinner menu.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 24 February 2024
Amin
United StatesWIFI, Pizza oven still in construction
activities, people, weather
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 14 February 2024
Tuncks
AustraliaRoom was pretty expensive considering you had to share a bathroom. Also the meal plan price of $140 per day was a surprise and really made the stay more expensive than expected.
Very clean rooms, nice shared showers, good drinks at the bar, amazing reef from the beach, awesome to choose your food, very cool gardens and layout
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 3 February 2024
Zara
IrelandThere is a mandatory meal package to pay when you arrive which is expensive. I think this common on most islands though Food was only so-so Snorkelling from the beach was only ok - to be fair I've done a lot of snorkelling so I might be being slightly harsh
The island was gorgeous, amazing cocktails thank to the 2 bar staff for that Staff were very friendly and kind. Our room was gorgeous and in a perfect location. The bathroom was also gorgeous.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 25 January 2024
Lauren
United KingdomLimited food selection for lunch sometimes
Very clean, lots of activities to do
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 14 January 2024
Tim
United StatesWe were excited to scuba dive, but the scuba tanks were filled with contaminated air. Felt like we were sucking on car exhaust during an otherwise great dive. Skipped additional dives. We alerted them, but they were not able to fix the same day.
Beautiful beachfront room, gorgeous outdoor bathroom. Very friendly staff
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 13 January 2024
Samuel
United KingdomThe staff are incredibly friendly and helpful, they really make it worth the trip! Wise and Varane were amazing throughout the stay!
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 7 January 2024
Maschi
United StatesStaff responsiveness to problems (they dismiss you saying they will "send someone" and they never do)
Reef right out the beach is great, good food with many choices, many activities to choose from.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 6 January 2024
Iryna
AustraliaCompulsory meal plan, activities can be cancelled due to different reasons
Beach, activities, food
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 5 January 2024
Sai
Hong KongKeep some energy for a 5 mins uphill walk to the restaurant.
1. Foods are the best comparing with the other islands resort. 2. Soft Corals are very nice and we saw Nemo Fish.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 3 January 2024
Wendy
New ZealandLongish wait for meals.
Hot showers Bar area was inviting, shady and good for socialising Friendly staff who encouraged everyone to take part Broad selection of activities Easy sein from beach to reef Huge selection of well made cocktails
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 3 January 2024
Sabrina
AustriaBed in the tree house bure was a little bit small
The snorkelling was very good. We saw lots of different fish and beautiful corals. Good entertainment. Lovely people.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 2 January 2024
Sean
AustraliaLaundry pricing ridiculous. 36 bucks for a few items. Bit of a piss take. Overpriced drinks in comparison to other islands.
Overall had a lovely stay. Staff were amazing bar a couple in reception. The snorkelling is amazing right off the beach. Food was pretty good. Our room met expectations. Drinks overpriced in comparison to other islands. Village trip was very good. Nice coffee. The guys at the dive shop are so nice and informative.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 25 December 2023
Camille
New ZealandStay was not long enough !
Affordable Fiji Paradise. Great staff
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 13 December 2023
Jo
AustraliaMeals plan definitely overpriced (140 fjd pp a day)
Great location and friendly staff
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 5 December 2023
Marcel
Czech RepublicShared bathrooms, but it was all clean and eco. Really nothing one can't stand when being in a nature
Beautiful place, great staff
Stayed in November 2023
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