Barefoot Manta Island Resort and Marine Sanctuary

Property class: 3
Beachfront property in Drawaqa Island with restaurant and beach bar

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Situated by the ocean, Barefoot Manta Island Resort and Marine Sanctuary is a great choice for a stay in Drawaqa Island. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out Main Bure, which serves local cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. Other highlights include a beach bar, a bar/lounge, and a snack bar/deli. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities
The current price is $242
$285 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27

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A yellow tent structure with a wooden bench and a table, surrounded by palm trees and sand.

Beachfront Levu (Large) Bure

  • Beach view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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A wooden four-poster bed with a white bedspread and two swan-shaped towels, a wooden bench, a small bedside table with a lamp, and a view of greenery through a bamboo screen.

Beachfront Adi (Queen) Bure

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Beach view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for VAI (Manta Ray) Beach Dorm

A room with a bed, a chair, and a view of palm trees through open windows.

VAI (Manta Ray) Beach Dorm

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

View all photos for VAI (Manta Ray) Beach Dorm Girls Only

A wooden cabin with a bed, a chair, and a person sitting outside.

VAI (Manta Ray) Beach Dorm Girls Only

  • Garden view
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

View all photos for Beachfront Yanuyanu (Island) Bure

A bedroom with a wooden ceiling, large windows with shutters, a bed with white linens, and a blue and white striped pillow.

Beachfront Yanuyanu (Island) Bure

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Beach view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

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Drawaqa Island, Drawaqa Island, Yasawa Islands, 0000

What's nearby

  • Sunrise Beach - 12 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Nadi Intl. Airport (NAN) - 58 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • Boat Bar
  • Dining Area
  • The Sandbar
  • Dua
  • Black Rock

About this property

Barefoot Manta Island Resort and Marine Sanctuary

  • Situated by the ocean, Barefoot Manta Island Resort and Marine Sanctuary is a great choice for a stay in Drawaqa Island. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out Main Bure, which serves local cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. Other highlights include a beach bar, a bar/lounge, and a snack bar/deli. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

At a glance

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 11 AM; Check-in end time: 5 PM
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 9 AM
    • Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

    • Guests must transfer via boat to the property; guests must contact the property at least 72 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking
    • This property offers transfers from the ferry terminal (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • The property charges 3.5 percent for credit card payments
    • The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 9 PM
    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
    • Babysitting*
    • Supervised childcare*

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas

Parking

    • No onsite parking

Transfers

    • Airport shuttle*
    • Ferry terminal shuttle*

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

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Reviews

Barefoot Manta Island Resort and Marine Sanctuary Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.4

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The beaches at this property offer excellent snorkeling opportunities with diverse coral and sea life, including mantas. (18 reviews)
  • The food was generally good quality with a variety of options, including delicious meals and great drink choices. (15 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional

The coral on the east side of the resort was excellent and easy to access at high tide. It was much better than coral experienced in the Caribbean. Free guided snorkel trips to the local reef were offered every day. The staff is very friendly and helpful, a real Fiji experience.
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10/10 Exceptional

Amazing resort with the perfect location. Stayed in one of the Bures on the sunrise beach. The sea life was amazing - saw octopus, tropical fish, and even a barracuda. The staff were helpful and the food was great. A must stay if you like being in the water and seeing amazing sea life.
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8/10 Very good

The staff and management were amazing. The food was mediocre, the views were stellar as was the snorkeling with the manta rays. You can’t find a better place to do that. It is pretty rustic though as far as accommodations. Just be aware. It’s definitely more of an ecological place to stay versus a resort.
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10/10 Exceptional

Amazing staff that put on great activities, easy access to the beach from our room, great snorkelling - brilliant place!!
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful rooms, great atmosphere, super lovely and friendly staff, lots to do and see, great reefs for snorkelling from beach.
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10/10 Exceptional

This is my happy place. I rarely go back to places I've already been, but I came back this year after a fantastic stay last year. The offshore snorkeling here is the best I've ever experienced. I love the beachfront bures and private outdoor showers. The food and overall vibe here is amazing. It's not fancy, but it is simple luxury.
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10/10 Exceptional

Superb if you love snorkeling, marine reserve and a ‘rustic’ island feel!
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8/10 Very good

The oceanfront bure was absolutely amazing! One of the best places I stayed on my trip for sure. The staff was great and the diving was awesome. The food could use a little love, but I really enjoyed my stay here.
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10/10 Exceptional

The best friendly Fijian staff made me feel so welcome. The dive crew were amazing - as was the snorkeling. Fabulous place to stay :)
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10/10 Exceptional

Amazingly located, beautiful and well provisioned without feeling too 'resorty' or sterile. Definitely recommend the snorkelling!
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean room, and smile staff.
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10/10 Exceptional

Incredibly friendly staff, plus location was out of this world amazing!
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10/10 Exceptional

Amazing ocean experience
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10/10 Exceptional

Great staff, nice sea view
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8/10 Very good

We had a great stay overall. The manta rays were absolutely incredible, and the coral gardens are some of the best you’ll find. The food was excellent, although the cocktails varied depending on who was making them. The staff were very friendly, and it was lovely being recognised after a few days. Virokai even remembered my name, which made the experience feel personal and welcoming. A few practical improvements would make the stay even better. An information sheet in the bure would be helpful — explaining how lunch and dinner work, what the red coconut is for, and what to expect with cleaning. Cleaning wasn’t consistent during our stay; our friends received fresh towels and sheets halfway through the week, while we had to request clean towels ourselves. The bure was comfortable overall, but the bed was too firm for our liking, and the roof could use a bit of TLC. If you’re coming for manta rays and stunning coral reef gardens, this is absolutely the right resort.
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10/10 Exceptional

Such a friendly, laid back vibe in a beautiful setting! It had an incredibly warm social environment that was the product of a strong vision and a great team on staff to foster that kind of spirit. Impeccably well-organized operation at check-in, check-out and meal-times. Beautiful beaches, reefs and hill top views. Wonderful dive center with kind staff giving great marine biology talks and tours in addition to snorkel and scuba trips. Great meals. Such an easy place to make to new friends, but also easy to find quiet solo time at. Just the best--would absolutely stay here again.
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10/10 Exceptional

Family atmosphere. Great beaches and accommodations. Lots to do or not as you please would highly recommend it.
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10/10 Exceptional

I very traditional Fijian island. Loved the outdoor bathroom.
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful place. Amazing coral and fish life. Very friendly and helpful staff
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10/10 Exceptional

The island is beautiful and the staff are top notch. They are all so friendly and always smiling.The main reason for going was the snorkeling and diving which did not disappoint. The corals were spectacular.
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10/10 Exceptional

Amazing snorkeling and lovely scenery. The staff were so friendly and kind. The food was good quality. The experience was great.
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10/10 Exceptional

Very good snorkeling right off the beach on the sunrise side and the sunset side was sheltered from the wind. Manta swim was great. Food was good and plentiful!
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10/10 Exceptional

The snorkeling is amazing! I'd sometimes go like 4-5 times a day. Staff are absolutely amazing! So nice and considerate. Great first time in Fiji.
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10/10 Exceptional

Barefoot Manta was a paradise with amazing crystal clear water. The staff were friendly and extremely helpful. Many delicious food options for different tastes. Great entertainment every night. This is my second time visiting Barefoot Manta. Will definitely be staying at this place again.
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10/10 Exceptional

Barefoot Manta exceeded expectations in every way! The staff were friendly, kind and attentive. The food was quite good, drink options did the job, but you're really going here for the activities. The reefs that surround the resort are nothing short of spectacular. Teeming with marine life and outrageously beautiful coral. We can't wait to return next year!