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Makaira Resort

3.5 star property
Taveuni Island East beach B&B with restaurant

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Ocean View Villa | 2 bedrooms, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually furnished
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Marlin Bure | Garden
Grander Suite Bure | Beach/ocean view
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local and international cuisine
Overlooking the ocean, Makaira Resort offers a tranquil retreat with a white sand beach and outdoor activities like kayaking and surfing. Enjoy local cuisine for breakfast, unwind with spa services or lounge by one of three pools. With free in-room WiFi and helpful staff, this bed & breakfast is perfect for soaking up some sun.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Spa
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurant
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Spa services
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Front-desk safe
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Concierge services

Feel at home (6)

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Kitchenette
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker

Room options

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Ocean View Villa | 2 bedrooms, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually furnished

Ocean View Villa

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Yard
Deck/patio
Individually furnished
Private plunge pool
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Ceiling fan
2 bedrooms
  • 1000 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Grander Suite Bure

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Yard
Deck/patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Private plunge pool
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Ceiling fan
  • 1249 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Orchid Studio Suite | 2 bedrooms, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually furnished

Orchid Studio Suite

Highlights

Yard
Individually furnished
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
2 bedrooms
Portable fan
Pillowtop bed
Hair dryer
  • 336 sq ft
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Marlin Bure | 2 bedrooms, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually furnished

Marlin Bure

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Yard
Deck/patio
Individually furnished
Private plunge pool
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Ceiling fan
2 bedrooms
  • 657 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

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Matei, Taveuni Island East, Northern Division

What's nearby

  • International Date Line Sign - 20 min drive - 22.0 km
  • Wairiki Catholic Mission Church - 21 min drive - 21.9 km
  • Waitavala Natural Waterslide - 25 min drive - 21.3 km
  • Waitabu Marine Park - 40 min drive - 22.8 km
  • Bouma Falls Park - 53 min drive - 25.5 km

Getting around

  • Taveuni (TVU-Matei) - 2 min drive
  • Free airport shuttle

Restaurants

  • Tramonto
  • ‪Tramonto - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Maravu Taveuni Lodge - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Makaira Resort

Located just 1 mi (1.6 km) from the airport, Makaira Resort offers a free shuttle (available on request). Guests indulge in deep-tissue massages, then grab a bite to eat at the restaurant. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

Languages

English

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 4 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 8:00 AM; Check-in end time: 4:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 8:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport; 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 4 percent for credit card payments
    • The front desk is open Monday - Friday (8:00 AM - 4:00 PM)
    • Guests will receive an email within 2 weeks before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)) and wired internet access in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
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Transfers

    • Free airport shuttle from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM*
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–8:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Barbecue grills
  • Private dining
  • Private picnics
  • Room service (limited hours)

Traveling with children

  • Bodyboard on site

What to do

  • Kayaking
  • Snorkeling
  • Surfing/body boarding
  • Bodyboard on site
  • Beach access
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Boat tours nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby

Services

  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Water sports equipment
  • Bodyboard on site

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Library
  • Spa services
  • Video library
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Traditional architecture

Accessibility

  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in room

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Window screens

Sleep well

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • In-room massage
  • Yard
  • Individually furnished

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Soap and shampoo
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Free WiFi (speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)) and free wired internet

Food and drink

  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Kitchenette
  • Stovetop
  • Cookware, dishes, and utensils

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Restaurant dining guide

Special features

Spa

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages.

Dining

Onsite venue - This restaurant specializes in local and international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Reservations are required.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 4 percent

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

Also known as

Makaira Taveuni Island East
Makaira Resort Bed & breakfast
Makaira Resort Taveuni Island East
Makaira Resort Bed & breakfast Taveuni Island East

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at Makaira Resort?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Makaira Resort?

Yes, there's free self parking.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Makaira Resort?

Yes, a free airport shuttle is available from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM on request.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Makaira Resort?

Check-in start time: 8:00 AM; Check-in end time: 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 8:00 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Makaira Resort and nearby?

Have fun with onsite activities like kayaking, snorkeling, and surfing. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. Enjoy amenities like spa services, a picnic area, and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Makaira Resort?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant that offers local and international cuisine.

Does Makaira Resort have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?

Yes, a kitchenette is available in every room, and also includes a stovetop, a refrigerator, and cookware.

Does Makaira Resort have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a yard.

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Makaira Resort Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Massage
Restaurant

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was a highlight, with delicious and fresh options including fruit, coffee, juice, and homemade treats. (4 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10

Lovely place, very clean individual houses with wonderful showers, beds,
7-night trip

10/10

Enjoyed staying at Makaira resort. Second time staying here and definitely will visit again if I get another chance to visit Taveuni!
2-night trip

10/10

Fantastic, beautiful, delightful place. Caring staff who go above and beyond. A slice of heaven!
1-night trip

10/10

Wonderfull people $million views good information on sites to visit, snorkeling straight out front
6-night trip

10/10

I will provide details upon my return.
4-night trip

10/10

It was such a great experience staying at Makaira Resort. Definitely will be returning. Mere was very helpful, cooked amazing dinners, and it was peaceful and beautifull there.

4/10

was not what it was advertised to be
1-night trip

10/10

Small property, only four houses, and everything is handled in a very personal and helpful way. Really enjoyed the hospitality (and also the massage). Highly recommended.
4-night trip

10/10

Loved it.
4-night trip

10/10

We loved our stay here. Great view, amazing breakfast every morning (we're talking fresh fruit, coffee, juice, freshly baked muffins, homemade pineapple jam, toast, pancakes, homemade pineapple syrup!!), and super friendly staff. Every want and need we had was met with a smile from the staff. Cherry on top was the massages. Rooms are huge, clean, and have great views. Taveuni was our favorite island while exploring fiji, and we will be sure to be back :)
5-night trip

10/10

Unique was the friendliness of ALL the staff and Mary's awesome cooking. The place is very well maintained, great sea wiew, nicely located, although requiring -7 min walking down to the beach. You need a transport to go shopping, to the airfield or to the main town with ATM machine. Less ideal was the music from the "restaurant" down at the road. All in all a place I really recommend.
5-night trip

10/10

This is a small resort, with only 4 guest cottages (which they call bures), so there's a lot of privacy. There are expansive views of the ocean, including sunsets. The staff is very friendly, with a wonderful sense of humor, and we shared a lot of laughs. Our bure was cleaned every day. The dinners in their restaurant were delicious, with generous portions. Breakfast was included every morning, and activities were arranged for us.
9-night trip

8/10

If all windows can have curtains otherwise everything ok and friendly staff

8/10

Great position with beautiful views. Menu was somewhat limited and the restaurant below the property is overpriced and pretty basic. The lack of air conditioning is ok for a day or two but difficult to endure for a longer stay as the weather is very hot.
4-night trip

10/10

This was a great property, staffed with amazing people! Mere and her staff made us so welcome and was there to assist us with all our needs prior to arriving, than with a delayed fliight, missed flight, to getting us taxi to where we wanted to go even though we kept changing our minds. It really was a wonderful experience….food…..breakfast and dinner….DELICIOUS! Seriously so scrumptious! I had tears in my eyes when we left….such wonderful memories made! If you get the chance try a massage….best I have ever had! Hats off to Mere, Small (for getting us coconuts) and everyone else!!! You are in our hearts forever!!
3-night trip

10/10

We stayed 4 nights in Grand suite- cottage contains two double beds with two separate bathrooms and living/kitchen area. It has wonderful views. Snorkelling is just 3 mins from the beach, but only in high-mid tide conditions. Reef is very nice. Staff is very friendly. Mary has organised our land tours (Lavena coastal walk and waterfalls in Bouma National park- don't miss them and take a guide for coastal walk as we got a bit lost) as we did our water-based activities previously in dive resort. Food was the best on this island- both breakfasts and the dinners cooked by Mary. We strongly recommend to use this option for a dinner. Two small things are to mention: no dark blinds/curtains in the rooms, so it is quite bright to sleep after sunrise and the tea pot and pots for cooking are huge (it would be good to have a small cooking pot). On weekend, it was a loud music from the restaurant below on the beach, but finished around 11pm. Overall, we enjoyed our stay tremendously.
4-night trip

2/10

The resort is great and the host is beyond excellent. They take care of everything for you and they ensure that you have a good stay. BEWARE! The worst thing about my stay was my interactions with the tour guide they had at the resort named Varun, of 'Wings & Fins Tours'. This person is a conman who will lie to you, overcharge you, and take your hard earned money. Varun(aka Baba) is known to lie to and overcharge couples and guests, sometimes causing them to cry. I've heard stories about him during my stay all with the same ending. I wish I had been warned about him before he got to me. He is known by the locals as a conman. If you want to enjoy your time in Taveuni, avoid this conman.
5-night trip

10/10

3-night trip

2/10

Der Begriff Resort ist ein Fremdwort für die Besitzerin des Makaira Resorts. Seit unserer Ankunft hat nichts auf Anhieb respektive auch mit einem zweiten Anlauf geklappt. Die Orchideen-Bure hätte auch von einem Drittklässler gebaut werden können. Die Bodenplatten waren schräg, die Wände undicht und man fühlte sich durchgehend unwohl. Privatsphäre gab es aufgrund der fehlenden Vorhänge nicht. Die Zimmermädchen gaben ihr Bestes und dennoch vergassen sie jeden Tag etwas. Entweder fehlten die Handtücher, die Duschmittel oder sonstiges. Das inkludierte Frühstück ist eine Zumutung. Nicht weil die Eierspeisen schlecht zubereitet werden sondern weil man nur von 07:00-08:30 essen kann. Ausschlafen und Entspannen ist unmöglich. Als wir eine Fliegenplage hatten, wurde uns während 4 von 7 Nächten keine Lösung dargeboten. Schlussendlich musste ich als Gast das Problem selber lösen. Wer sich auf ein überteuertes, minderwertiges Angebot freut, findet hier seinen Goldschatz. Nein Danke und nie wieder!
7-night trip

8/10

Staff was great. Had an issue with consistant water but staff gave us workarounds. The facilities are very rustic
4-night trip

6/10

5-night trip

4/10

The positives – peaceful perch on a steep hill above calm waters and perhaps ideal for avid snorkelers and divers, a lovely staff always wearing a smile, lots of space in the villa to spread out, and awesome banana pancakes. But, based on the Expedia listing, our expectations exceeded the reality. The amenities listed for this 4-unit bed & breakfast makes it sound luxurious with 3 pools, direct access to the beach, a restaurant with international cuisine and a spa. The reality: a plunge pool about the size of an oversized bathtub adjacent to 3 of the 4 villas. The pools aren’t very private and are not fenced, so a local German Shepard mutt used ours multiple times to cool off – we didn’t. To get to the narrow strip of sandy beach, you need to walk down a steep hill, on a little road, then walk a bit along the main road to find a break in the trees or steps down to the beach, which disappears during high tide, so check your tide charts. The “restaurant” is the breakfast room and only serves dinner (one option when we were there) when Mary is available to make it, and you ask for it, and there’s no alcohol available to order with you meal. We arrived on a Saturday late afternoon, and she wasn’t cooking that night, so the only nearby options were two bar/cafes along the main road, which are close but bring a flashlight for the return, since there are no lights on the little road, nor on the property. And, BTW, there isn’t a spa either, just someone who can come to your villa for
7-night trip

10/10

Makaira is set up on a hill with a beautiful view of the ocean and a nice white sand beach at the bottom of the hill which has excellent snorkeling. The grounds are lovely and relaxing and the staff are kind and helpful without exception.
6-night trip

10/10

3-night trip

10/10

7-night trip