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Mantaray Island ResortvsNukubati Great Sea Reef
Both Mantaray Island Resort and Nukubati Private Island are rated very highly by experts. Overall, Nukubati Private Island scores marginally better than Mantaray Island Resort. Nukubati Private Island comes in at 80 with accolades from 4 reviewers such as Travel + Leisure, Lonely Planet and Oyster.
Mantaray Island Resort
Afar Magazine
Fodor's
Lonely Planet
Nanuya Balavau Island, Nanuya, Fiji
From $20/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Restaurant
- Beach
- Breakfast buffet
- Baggage storage
- Safe
"Sometimes things don't go as planned, but the fiasco leads you to a whole new adventure. It had rained quite heavily for a few days before we were due to arrive at Yasawa Island Resort..." Full review
"When mantas are sighted, beach drums are sounded and guests head to boats to check out the action; some guests even snorkel with the mantas." Full review
Top choice
"This happening hideaway can be whatever you want it to be: backpacker party central or high-end escape." Full review
Nukubati Great Sea Reef
Fodor's
Travel + Leisure
Jetsetter
Oyster
Lonely Planet
The Great Sea Reef, P.O.Box 1928, Labasa, Vanua Levu 0, Fiji
From $0/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
"The only private island resort off the northern coast of Vanua Levu makes some other "hideaways" look like they're in traffic." Full review
"On Nukubati Island, Fijian-born hotelier Jenny Leewai Bourke has created an eco-sensitive resort concept that preserves the past." Full review
"Authentic Fijian cottages in remote eco-resort on diver’s heaven Nukubati Island." Full review
Upscale
"If a stunning private island retreat with an authentic Fijian feel is at the top of your wish list, there’s no better bet than Nukubati Private Island." Full review
"If you’re looking for seclusion, this private island should do the trick." Full review