Matangi Private Island Resort

Pure paradise. We just arrived home from 7 glorious nights at the resort. I had tears as we were leaving. We are already planning a trip for 2026. The resort is amazing. After 3 flights and the boat ride to the island we were greeted with a song, cool scented wash cloth, a welcome refreshing beverage and lots of smiles. Our bure was on the beach. It was cleaned daily and refreshed while we were at dinner. The daily laundry was a plus. The food was first rate. We were supplied with cookies and coffee service items along with water. Snacks and beverages are available all day. The grounds are a lush tropical paradise. We utilized the pool and snorkeling trips. There are numerous other activities for every comfort level. The best part of the trip was the interaction with the staff. They became like family. We enjoyed the nightly entertainment especially the nights provided by the local villagers. Based on other comments that the resort is expensive it is not cheap however you get what you pay for and we thought it was definitely worth every penny.

Amazing stay at Matangi! Food was wonderful, staff was so friendly and helpful, and the island is beautiful! Smooth logistics and so many things to do. We loved the guided activities (kayak, waterfall hike, boat tours) and twice daily snorkels on incredible reefs.

What an amazing hotel this is! A private island paradise and an experience you won't get anywhere else. Isolated from everything and just surrounded by the beautiful views Fiji has to offer. The staff are lovely and the food is amazing. There are plenty of activities to keep you busy or plenty of spots to chill out and unwind. We came for our honeymoon and loved it however one thing did tarnish this experience for us unfortunately. Everything was going well until we discovered someone had helped themselves to some of our cash inside of our safe. But you know what they say, don't let one bad apple spoil the bunch. So don't let this put you off, because it happens everywhere in the world. Just take this message as a sign to be more careful with your personal possessions. So that being said, would still recommend this lovely hotel.

Matangi was phenomenal. The staff are extremely accommodating, the food is phenomenal, and the experience is amazing. From welcoming us off the boat to private picnics in Horseshoe bay, they cater to everything you need. The beach is very nice, the snorkeling and kayaking are excellent, and the different experiences each day are great! The people are a the cherry on top to a wonderful place.

I have been waiting to write this review since we first left the island (a whopping 4 hours ago). If you have any doubts in your mind where to book, Matangi is IT. As soon as you arrive in Nadi you take another smaller plane (about 1.2 hours) and transfer to a van directly at the airport, then onto the resort boat. You don't touch your luggage once you leave Nadi. The entire staff takes care of EVERYTHING from transfer to getting into your room. Once you arrive you're greeted with staff, a traditional song, necklaces and food. You don't have to lift a finger at this resort if you don't want to. Every morning you have breakfast, pick your lunch, dinner and look over the daily activities. Activities range from snorkeling twice a day, diving, hiking, island tours, pearl farm excursions, fishing charters.. you name it they probably have it. They spa is to DIE for. I did two treatments: a couples massage and a facial. The facial was my FAVORITE. It left me feelings so clean and relaxed for the week ahead. The women in the spa have my heart. The entire staff treats you like family. My favorite part was the willingness to share their culture. Christmas Eve we have children from a local island come sing Christmas carols, another evening they did traditional Fiji dances. The Fijian people are the kindest people I have ever met, they will be dearly missed. Counting down the days until our next trip. Vinaka Matangi island staff.

Matangi Private Island Resort is the best resort vacation I’ve experienced for many reasons. Of course the island itself is gorgeous… it’s Fiji. What makes the experience first rate and oh, so special, are the people. Everyone, from the most junior trail guide, to the dining staff, housekeeping, snorkel/scuba guides, massage therapists to senior concierge staff are, in my opinion, the kindest, most helpful, caring and simply some of the best people on the planet. I’ve traveled extensively and this is the first time I’ve said to myself, “I must leave a review!” Our bure was spacious, beautiful and well appointed. Each one was spaced well away from others for superb privacy. Every need was anticipated and met. Every meal was as exciting as the snorkeling, a delight to the eyes and palate. The off-resort excursions were a blast, especially the lush jungle and coastal hike to the twin falls on Taveuni and the Civa Pearl Farm and dive. The late afternoons/early evenings were often enhanced with presentations of sustainability practices and cultural traditions. The affable resort owners could be found under the shade of the trees most evenings inviting congenial chats and island history lessons. No quizzes. The resort landscape crew were some of the hardest working people I’ve observed. They kept every path, lawn, and poolside domain immaculate, (the nocturnal burrowing crabs notwithstanding.) A suggestion for snorkelers is to bring your own equipment or suggest the resort upgrade theirs. Another one: remind Tom to slow down over speed bumps, er waves… his love of flying over the water as he captained the snorkel boats was a little more exhilarating than I was looking for. 😊 If you’re longing for the perfect blend of adventure and pure tranquility, Matangi Private Island Resort will deliver with a genuine greeting and friendly, “Bula!”