Ratu Kini Backpackers & Dive Resort offers a tranquil oceanfront retreat. Unwind on the sun-kissed beach, indulge in spa treatments like massages and manicures at Ratu Kini Spa, or enjoy a drink at the bar. The helpful staff has left guests feeling relaxed and rejuvenated.
Reviews
7.27.2 out of 10
Good
Popular amenities
Airport transfer
Bar
Spa
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Laundry facilities
Main amenities (12)
Daily housekeeping
On the beach
Full-service spa
Breakfast available
WiFi in the lobby
Bar/lounge
Room service
Airport shuttle
Terrace
Air conditioning
Garden
Self-serve laundry
Feel at home (4)
Garden
Terrace
Daily housekeeping
Laundry facilities
Room options
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Mixed Dorm - 12 Bunk Beds
Highlights
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Daily housekeeping
200 sq m
Sleeps 12
1 Twin Bed
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Traditional Triple Room, 1 Bedroom, Terrace, Mountainside
Highlights
Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
56 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
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Beach Front Family Room
Highlights
Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Daily housekeeping
Desk
80 sq m
Sleeps 5
2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Bed
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Beach Front Cottage, One Double Bed
Highlights
Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Daily housekeeping
38 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed
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2 Bedroom Beachfront Cottage
Highlights
Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
2 bedrooms
Daily housekeeping
45 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds OR 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds
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Deluxe Room
Highlights
Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Shower/tub combination
Daily housekeeping
Desk
38 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed
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Situated by the ocean, Ratu Kini Backpackers & Dive Resort is a great choice for a stay in Mana Island. Guests can visit the spa to be pampered with massages, facials, or body treatments. A bar/lounge, a terrace, and a garden are other highlights.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
17 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 11:30 AM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Minimum check-in age: 15
Check-out time is 10:30 AM
Special check-in instructions
Guests must transfer via airplane or boat to the property; guests must contact the property at least 24 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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 15
Children
No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
WiFi in public areas*
WiFi in rooms*
Parking
No onsite parking
Transfers
Airport shuttle (available 24 hours)*
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Breakfast available (surcharge)
Bar/lounge
Room service (limited hours)
What to do
On the beach
Working away
Conference space
Services
Tour/ticket assistance
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Facilities
Built in 2004
Garden
Terrace
Full-service spa
Room amenities
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Towels
Stay connected
WiFi (surcharge)
More
Daily housekeeping
Special features
Spa
Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hostel's full-service spa, Ratu Kini Spa. Services include facials, body treatments, and manicures and pedicures.
Dining
Onsite venue - This beachfront restaurant specializes in seafood and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
WiFi is available in guestrooms for FJD 20 per night (rates may vary)
WiFi is available in public areas for an extra charge
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
Policies
Some facilities may have restricted access. Guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Union Pay
Also known as
Ratu Kini Backpackers Dive Resort Mana Island
Ratu Kini Backpackers Dive Resort
Ratu Kini Backpackers Dive Mana Island
Ratu Kini Backpackers Dive
Ratu Kini`s Backpackers And Dive Hotel Mana Island
Ratu Kini Backpackers & Dive Resort Mana Island
Frequently asked questions
Does Ratu Kini Backpackers & Dive Resort offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Ratu Kini Backpackers & Dive Resort 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 Ratu Kini Backpackers & Dive Resort?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Ratu Kini Backpackers & Dive Resort?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Ratu Kini Backpackers & Dive Resort.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Ratu Kini Backpackers & Dive Resort?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Ratu Kini Backpackers & Dive Resort?
Check-in start time: 11:30 AM; Check-in end time: 9 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.
What is there to do at Ratu Kini Backpackers & Dive Resort and nearby?
Ratu Kini Backpackers & Dive Resort has a spa and a garden.
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Ratu Kini Backpackers & Dive Resort Reviews
Reviews
7.2
Good
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6.4/10
Cleanliness
7.8/10
Staff & service
6.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 6, 2018
Get solo girl stay
This was by far the best part of my trip, staying here. The food was great, the hostel rooms were clean and comfortable. The 5 bedroom door had great air con to keep it cool at night. Lots of local trips close by. Would go back :)
Katie
Katie, 2-night trip
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
6/10 Good
Dec 19, 2017
the diving is great, the island beautiful, yiu pay for being there. we stayed 5 days and it was ok
Verified traveler
4-night trip
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
6/10 Good
Sep 15, 2017
Great Location
We went back to Mana to relive our past experiences of the great snorkelling from the beaches... and while the coral has been decimated (from hurricanes), it is regenerating and the snorkelling is still pretty good
John
John, 2-night trip
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
8/10 Very good
Jun 10, 2017
Verified traveler
4-night trip
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
8/10 Very good
May 9, 2017
Ups and downs but overall I couldn't be happier
I'll start with the good:
The staff:
The staff at the resort are incredible. And that's a major understatement. They go out of their way to learn your name and say hello. In all staff are incredible.
The dive team:
I came as an inexperienced diver (10 dives) and left with 12 more dives and felt like I was a much better diver afterwards. Fletch, Krysta, and Lexi are very kind, very knowledgable, and extremely genuine people. I could not have asked for a better group to learn from. I would recommend this hostel solely based on those 3.
The bad:
I stayed in a 5 bed dormitory and I didn't expect much considering I'd be on an island for 7 days. The room was actually quite decent, with a/c. However, the bathrooms were not maintained. The bathroom door didn't close properly, the shower heads had hardly any pressure or really much water coming out at all, making it difficult to shower after diving.
The cleanliness was the other issue. Nearly everyday we had to ask for toilet paper rolls.
And I was unfortunate enough to have left with bed bug bites all over my body. This easily could have been from another traveler bringing them into the room as I had not gotten bitten until the last 2 nights of my stay there, but it was quite annoying and I had 2 sleepless nights. Other than the rooms, the rest of the hostel was clean and nice to stay in though. And I had only heard of one other person having bed bug issues.
Overall:
I have to recommend this place simply for the hospitality.
Bryan
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
6/10 Good
May 3, 2017
Gute Tauchbasis
Tauchen war gut, Essen völlig überteuert, unser Zimmer lag im hinteren Teil des Dorfes in etwas unangenehmer Nachbarschaft. Die Bungalows am Strand gelegen sind empfehlenswerter
Verified traveler
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
6/10 Good
Sep 3, 2016
Great cheap backpackers on a magnificent island
Loved this place. We enjoyed the setting, the people, the interaction with the village, the food. Didn't expect no hot water but that was fine.
vikki
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 16, 2016
Nice Bure by the beach
Our family of two adults and three kids (7, 5, 3) had such a great time at Ratu Kini. Our kids played with the local kids at the school next door to our bure every day when school was out at 3pm. Such a memorable holiday. Its not your typical over priced resort. Its also not for everyone. But if you like getting back to basics and getting to know some fabulous Fijian people, then I reccomend Ratu Kini.
Everyone at Ratu Kini treated us as friends right from the first moment.
Our kids were a major focus of their attention, which obviously the kids loved. Its a very relaxed atmosphere, more so than other resorts teeming with people.
Will we go back. Absolutely. Cant wait.
JD
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
8/10 Very good
Jul 12, 2016
We loved our time at Ratu Kini
The staff were fantastic , especially with the children. The meals pretty good. Activities were great, we got to go to Castaway Island and the coral island when the tide was too low to snorkel at Mana. Had a school visit and entertainment everynight. Our bure was in the village - it was comfortable and clean. We were sad to leave and will go back for sure.
Ada
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
2/10 Poor
Jul 6, 2016
A shocking experience
I arrived there to be told most of the island is closed 95% at least is off limits, due to the filming of American survivor. There were security guards everywhere no allowing guests access to anywhere. There was only a small strip of beach available to use, I felt trapped like I was imprisioned. The first day if rained with heavy winds there was nothing to do in these circumstances. I emailed ahead with photocopy of my passport as per website to obtain a vodaphone sim card. I got my card paid for it then it didn't work as it has been registers to someone else. I stood for two hours at reception eventually in tears trying to sort this out, they reception staff were not interested I felt like I was a problem to them. I needed a SIM card as I have a health condition and needed to make calls if necessary. They were trying to contact the resort director in the main land for instruction who again did not seem interested in helping only taking my money. Not a great start to my holiday. The food was bad mostly fried rubbish very little fresh fruit or vegetables and very expensive, $5.00 fir a bottle of water and as the water is not drinkable there there were no other choices as to where we could eat or drink. They said they run trips each day but there speed boars were both out if action due to engine failure. The few short trips I did go on the boat engine gave out, I one case we were trapped in the blasing sun for a hour+. There is more I could say if I had room to wright more.
Alison
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
8/10 Very good
Jun 3, 2016
Thank you Ratu
I was just island hopping and stayed here for one night. It was great to be with local staff who were friendly and laid back. I took a paddle board around the island and was out for a lot longer than intended / than I paid for --- they were very relaxed about it. Good people here.
reuben
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
2/10 Poor
May 6, 2016
don't go!!
awful experience. about 90% of the Island is closed because of tv series shooting. it's been closed for 4 months already and will be atleast for another 2months. u have only 1 beach wich is dirty and there is broken glass here and there.
the hotel manager did Nothing to make our stay better. he promised free dinner for us but when we tried to get it he said he wouldn't give cause he changed his mind. first room we had was family bungalow and at night it was full of grasshoppers. we complained about it and got another room which was good. until morning we were full of biting marks, BED BUGS!!!!
Please don't ruin your holiday like we did and Don't go there!
Verified traveler
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 29, 2016
Ratu Kini
V hotelu jsme byli dvě noci, krásné šnorchlování, pláže
Iveta
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 28, 2015
Linus
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
8/10 Very good
Jul 19, 2014
Facilities: Basic; Value: Affordable; Service: Friendly; Cleanliness: Tidy;
layout of island allowed for access to variousgood beaches. Ignore what they say about not going to some because of the resort. No one complained