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Barefoot Manta Island

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On the beach, white sand, beach towels, scuba diving
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Beachfront Adi (Queen) Bure | Bed sheets
Lunch, dinner served; local cuisine, ocean views

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
    Airport transfer
  • Bar
    Bar
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi
  • Laundry facilities
    Laundry facilities
  • Restaurant
    Restaurant
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • On the beach
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Beach towels
  • Beach bar
  • In-room childcare
  • Airport shuttle
  • Ferry terminal shuttle
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Library
  • Front-desk safe
  • Snack bar/deli
Feel at home
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Paddleboard on site
The price is $167
$192 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 15 - Dec 16

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VAI (Manta Ray) Beach Dorm

Highlights

Ceiling fan
Daily housekeeping
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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VAI (Manta Ray) Beach Dorm Girls Only

Highlights

Ceiling fan
Daily housekeeping
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Beachfront Yanuyanu (Island) Bure

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Yard
Free rollaway/extra beds
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 20 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Beachfront Levu (Large) Bure

Highlights

Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Beachfront Adi (Queen) Bure | Bed sheets

Beachfront Adi (Queen) Bure

Highlights

Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Drawaqa Island, Drawaqa Island, Yasawa Islands, 0000

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Black Rock
  • The Sandbar
  • Mantaray Resort Restaurant
  • Boat Bar

About this property

Barefoot Manta Island

Situated by the ocean, Barefoot Manta Island 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.

Languages

Dutch, English

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

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

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 more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

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

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Beach bar
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Supervised childcare (surcharge)
  • Paddleboard on site

What to do

  • On the beach
  • Beach volleyball
  • Ecotours
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Kayaking
  • Scuba diving
  • Snorkeling
  • Paddleboard on site

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Beach towels
  • Paddleboard on site

Facilities

  • 21 buildings/towers
  • Built in 1998
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Library
  • Lockers available
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Ceiling fan

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Towels

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Special features

Dining

Main Bure - Overlooking the ocean, this restaurant specializes in local cuisine and serves lunch, dinner, and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Happy hour is offered.
Sunset Deck - This beachfront restaurant specializes in local cuisine and serves dinner and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of FJD 40.00 (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 3.5 percent

Children & extra beds

  • In-room babysitting is available for an extra charge
  • Supervised childcare is available for an extra charge

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Cashless transactions are available.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Outside food is not permitted on the premises.

Also known as

Barefoot Island
Barefoot Island Lodge
Barefoot Lodge - Sailing Safari Hotel Naviti Island
Barefoot Manta Island Hotel Drawaqa Island
Barefoot Manta Island Hotel
Barefoot Manta Island Drawaqa Island
Barefoot Manta Island
Barefoot Manta Drawaqa
Barefoot Manta Island CFC Certified
Barefoot Manta Island Drawaqa Island
Barefoot Manta Island Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Does Barefoot Manta Island offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Barefoot Manta Island does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Barefoot Manta Island?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Barefoot Manta Island?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Barefoot Manta Island.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Barefoot Manta Island?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Barefoot Manta Island?
Check-in start time: 11 AM; Check-in end time: 5 PM. Check-out time is 9 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of FJD 40.00 (subject to availability).
What is there to do at Barefoot Manta Island and nearby?
Have fun with onsite activities like kayaking, snorkeling, and volleyball. Additional recreation onsite includes ecotours.
Are there restaurants at or near Barefoot Manta Island?
Yes, Main Bure offers beachfront dining, local cuisine, and ocean views.
What's the area around Barefoot Manta Island like?
Barefoot Manta Island is located on the waterfront.

Barefoot Manta Island Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Good

Book with caution.....
After wanting to visit here for a year we finally found last minute availability. Unfortunately our visit left us disappointed on some fronts. The arrival and instant demand for full and total liability waiver to be signed ( including resort negligence ) prior to allowing check in, a room move disguised as an " upgrade" that wasnt, and late night noise by the bars and backacker set were problematic. Im yet to check the if liability waiver may violate our travel insurance. Waivers of this type should be sent in advance of arrival. The location is epic. Manta and great marine life. Spectacular snorkling. Clean rooms. Beautiful beaches. Food was overall pretty good but did become repetitive. I wanted to love this place. I did love Vee the manta.
Antonia, 4-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Julianne, 2-night family trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Paula, 1-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful trip
Barefoot Manta is a wonderful, small resort on beautiful Drawaqa Island. The staff are wonderful, friendly, and make you feel at home. The bures (and from what I heard, the dorms too) are clean and comfortable - being able to walk out straight to the beach is a joy! The food is great with lots of veggie options, and the bar makes some tasty cocktails. The reason I chose Barefoot Manta was both for swimming with the Manta rays, and for the Marine Science centre. Swimming with the rays is amazing! And I really enjoyed the talks at the science centre. Also, the reef at Barefoot Manta is probably the healthiest one I've ever seen in my life - the snorkelling is amazing and the diversity in coral and other sea life is really wonderful. I cannot recommend this gem of a place enough, it exceeded my expectations by a lot, and I would very happily return (and for longer) to this amazing spot!
Kate, 3-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

6/10 Good

The snorkeling was amazing. The property was clean. Overall had the feel of a hostel. Community. Lots of buffets. No AC in the rooms. Outdoor showers were kinda neat. Bring your bug spray. Really frustrating experience for us. As soon as we got there they didn’t have our booking. This was rectified professionally and quickly. But over the next two days we went back and forth about how they said I hadn’t paid and I had already paid Expedia. At the end we got it figured out and things were handled professionally enough. The entire process was frustrating and time consuming. Then, we closed out our tab the morning of our checkout and it wasn’t till we were on the Yasawa flyer hours later that we got a call. They made a mistake and forgot to change us for other things we purchased. Can I read off my credit card information to them while I stand in a room of other travelers to settle my bill? Needless to say, I had been relieved to leave and was even more so after that phone call. Additionally, I know the resort has no control of Mantas entering the channel allowing us to snorkel with them. But multiple times we went to the drive shop and had to ask so many questions to get somewhat conflicting and confusing information on how the process worked. For a resort known for Manta excursions, it was all very unclear. Overall no one was terribly rude and the resort had events and was clean. If we go back to this area we will find another place to stay.
Stephanie, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Kevin, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Valery, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing snorkeling and lovely scenery. The staff were so friendly and kind. The food was good quality. The experience was great.
Sterling, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

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.
Diemle, 5-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Incredibly friendly staff, plus location was out of this world amazing!
Charles, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Niall, 2-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Sarka, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Diane, 3-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Larry, 5-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Awesome for snorkeling right off the beaches. Easy access to sunrise and sunset beaches. The Bures' on the sunrise side are breezy but great for dry cleaning clothes and sleeping cooler. The food was great although I was expecting more fish dishes. Lamb, beef and chicken are the staples, the rice is cooked to perfection and very flavorful. Staff are great and will show you culture and happiness.
Alan, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

jing, 2-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Out of our 2 weeks in Fiji, this was our favourite place to stay of the trip! We absolutely loved it there! We are a family of 3 with a 9yr old and we booked a Beachfront Bure, it was perfect! We faced the Sunrise beach side which tends to be a little windy at times. But it was great to hear the waves crashing not far away as you go to sleep. They added a single bed for our child to sleep in and we still had enough space. The outdoor bathroom was kind of neat! We hadn’t experienced that before. The beds were way more comfortable than I was expecting, we had a nice little lounging area outside to relax and were steps from the beach! This resort is on a fixed meal plan, there is no other option. We paid $129 FJD/ adult and $65 FJD/ child. We were quite happy with the meals that were provided. Meals are set up with in a time frame. Breakfast and lunch buffets were set up. Go early for the best selection! At lunch they show you the dinner menu for that evening and you make your selection so they know what to cook in advance. There were usually 3-4 options, 1-2 being vegetarian. Kids had their own repeat menu to choose from for dinner and ate at the same buffet for breakfast and lunch. The resort itself is excellent. We really enjoyed the size because it wasn’t too big. There is no pool here but you have 3 beaches to swim and snorkel from. Sunset beach always seemed to be the calmest but snorkeling is best during high tide. We absolutely loved our stay here!
Chandra, 4-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

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!
Bob, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Barefoot Manta is a delightfully tranquil small island resort. Everything is within 1minute walking at island pace. There is enough to do to keep one occupied for a couple of days, without overwhelming one with choice. For someone who lives in a city, being able to walk to the beach with a cup of coffee in hand was a very relaxing experience. Watching the sunset with a drink in hand from the Sunset bar was a delight.
Filip, 3-night romance trip
Verified Lastminute guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful place. Amazing coral and fish life. Very friendly and helpful staff
Penny, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

5-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

We had a great time at this resort - loved seeing the giant mantas right below us and learning about these amazing animals. Also staff was excellent - lots of talks to join on culture, nature, etc. Bure was clean and right on beautiful beach. Food and bar very good for the price. Also separate ferry ride out to the island - was fun to see all the small islands along the way
Frank, 4-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Loved our private Bure facing the beach. Loved the friendly, caring staff. Food was very very good and the snorkeling was incredible. If you are looking for a luxury resort, this is probably not it. if you are looking to experience Fiji in a more authentic way you want to go here.
Kenneth, 12-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing stay at Barefoot Manta! We have travelled a lot and this stay ranks very high on the list. The location was amazing with beach access right outside our Bure. Staff were fabulous. So friendly and accommodating. The snorkeling n the reef was some of the best we have seen. The resort is very clean and cared for. It was tough to leave after 4 nights. We highly recommend Barefoot Manta if your planning to travel to Fiji
Malcolm, 4-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Justin, 3-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review