Matangi Private Island Resort

Matangi is a real gem. Not only did we have lifetime-best dives there (the coral! The colors!!), but everything about the place is incredibly thoughtful. The staff to guest ratio is extremely high, and it shows up in everything from the tidiness of the grounds to the largely excellent (and absurdly plentiful) food to a whole array of considerate and well-planned touches. It feels like you never have to wish for anything because it has already been provided by someone. The resort is elegant and casual and very warm, and the people who work there are incredibly kind and welcoming. We strongly recommend it!, and hope to return one day!

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!

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.