Matangi Private Island Resort

My partner and I could not be more happy we chose this island for our only holiday in 2024. From the moment you get off the plane in Taveuni, the staff at Matangi made sure we were looked after. After a short boat ride to Matangi we were greeted by the staff with a welcome song and adorned with welcome garlands of flowers. The food was amazing! Plenty of variety and hats off to the chef, Shahir Ali who made us lobster on our last night. The reef is beautiful and the daily snorkelling excursions are a must go! Horseshoe bay is breathtaking! Love how the staff and Fijian people look after their island. Special thanks to Sisilia, Sirelli, Matilda, John, Sera, Mareoni, Paulini, Betty, Tui, Joseph, Wise and Dalip for making our stay magical. Vinaka!

We have been lucky enough to visit Matangi multiple times before and have ALWAYS enjoyed our time there. While we certainly enjoyed our trip once again (who wouldn’t given the locale and the staff) however we have noticed a significant decline in the kitchens attention to detail - notably NOT paying attention to guests food allergies and not preparing food / meat to the wellness requested etc. Disappointing and dangerous!!!! Guests are always asked about food allergies - typically upon arrival- and my understanding is that guest allergies are documented on a board in the kitchen but the kitchen staff served allergens anyway! There was only a maximum of 16 or 18 guests while we were there-you would think something like food allergies could be monitored. We heard other couples who experienced this issue as well. This could be dangerous!!! So self monitoring and repeatedly question is your best bet. This needs to be reminded before something really bad happens! Being welcomed by familiar and smiling faces is a great way to start a vacation! We were thrilled to be welcomed back by BiBi********, John, Tim, and the smiling ladies at the Spa. It is truly these remarkable individuals and other staff members that make a visit to Matangi memorable.

We left our hearts in Matangi Private Island Resort. If you're a couple looking for a unique experience to detach from reality, surround yourselves with 5 star service with staff who truly makes an effort to know you and your preferences, this is the place for you! My husband and I had a delayed honeymoon and we booked through Costco with the romance package- which we HIGHLY recommend. Once you arrive in Nandi, you hop on a small plane to Taveuni ( warning to those with vertigo or motion sickness, bring your dramamine and stay hydrated), transfer to a van ride, then a boat ride to the island diected by Jay and George - the boat is aluminum but don't let that discourage you! After a 10-15 minute boat ride you enter paradise. Upon arrival you're welcomed by the staff. With our Costco package we had fruits, water, and a feshly made smoothie waiting for us. Sireli and Tim welcomed us with open arms and we were presented refreshment towels - these smell HEAVENLY and you are given refreshment towels before lunch and dinner as well. Your accommodations are reviewed and you pick your meals from a set menu daily. The food is to die for. Everything is freshly made and locally sourced, kudos to the chef! The fruits taste so delicious, especially the Papaya. The bures are so quaint and comfy. You don't have central AC, mainly because the bures are well ventilated and the weather is perfect with a breeze. You have a canopy bed that has an AC unit to keep you cool at night, which helps you sleep through the night and yes, it feels as cold as your bed at home. Our romance package came with 1 breakfast in bed ( you pre order your meals and drinks), Horseshoe Bay for an afternoon- you choose AM or PM where you have priavate access to this world famous bay to kayak, snorkel, picnic, etc, 30 minute couples romance massage, and a private dinner. There are so many activities included in your reservation, like kayaking, snorkeling, medicine show, kava show- This is a MUST to participate in. Amelia or Bose at the acitivites hut will help you with getting your snorkel/ scuba gear, or you can chill by the pool and John can make you a drink from their menu or you can tell him a recipe of a drink you like and he'll make that too! John made my favorite for me, the classic French martini. Mere, Meredith, Mereani, Paulini, Matilda, and Serena took good care of us during our meals and always made sure we had what we needed. These ladies are always smiling, love to laugh, and are wonderful at their jobs. The spa is also to die for. Along with our 30 min romance massage we got the 1 hour bush steam massage and the milk and honey scrub with the hot stone massage. Jessy, Donna, or Jess will take very good care of you and you'll receive your spa services with the natural calming sounds of the wind and ocean waves- which beats a recording any day! We went to the spa 3 days straight. Also, they use pure fiji products which are amazing. We were able to gift some for f