8/10 Good
Heidi
Travelled with family
6 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Manava Beach Resort met and exceeded our expectations. We were able to get a steep discount for our low-season stay which made it an incredible value. The highlights include: Every single person on staff went above and beyond and was incredibly warm and friendly; WiFi was strong even in the overwater bungalow; breakfast was cooked to order and all you can eat - we never went hungry, that's for sure; the hotel is making a great effort to nurture and rebuild the coral reef; snorkeling along the ledge (adjacent to the panoramic bungalows) was outstanding - sharks, turtles, rays, eels, octopus, and thousands of fish; use of paddleboards/kayaks/fins/beach towels was included at no additional charge; the a/c in the bungalow worked perfectly and cooled the room even in the peak of a Tahitian summer; the mini-fridge kept everything cool and ice was plentiful at the multiple ice makers on the property; the infinity pool is beautiful and large; lounge chairs/hammock/and cozy spots were always available in either sun or shade; and beach towels were always clean and plentiful. The only downsides were minor: There was ongoing tile repair to the pool deck and rethatching of the bungalows throughout our stay - it was sometimes a bit noisy; and the water pressure in the shower was not quite as strong as I like it but still adequate. Recommendation: Organize a daily or twice-daily paddle to the reef with an employee who can watch over the kayaks/sups while the guests snorkel.
Heidi
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025