“21 simple tented bungalows, some for families or groups, on a superb remote island. Wake up steps from the ocean, dive & snorkel in azure waters and delve into the community's marine conservation efforts. Gather for fresh seafood and live shows in the evenings. A friendly & affordable island escape.”

Recommended for

  • Learning

    • Delve into the efforts of the island's Marine Conservation Centre & speak to in-house marine biologist Rob MacFarlane
  • Diving

    • Dive at some of the 40 nearby sites, including the Garden of Eden and Caves of Babylon, with expert guides
  • Groups

    • Vai Beach Dorms sleep 7 adults, and are perfect for snorkellers and divers on fun group trips!
  • Value chic

    • A more affordable option for active beach holidays in a stunning island setting
  • Snorkelling

    • Snorkel with majestic manta rays in the island's tranquil waters; a fishing ban means that the snorkelling is fantastic
  • Restaurant

    • Focusing on fresh seafood, with delicious three-course dinners, BBQs and evening entertainment on the beach
  • Owner managed

    • Drawaqa is owned by the inhabitants of Mua-ira Village, and the resort is run in partnership with them
  • On the beach

    • There are three superb beaches on Drawaqa island, so there's always somewhere calm to unwind
  • Full board

    • Guests are asked to pay a daily charge for full-board meals, including three-course dinners
  • Kayaking

    • Explore the island's coastline by kayak or paddleboard
  • On an island

    • On Drawaqa Island, part of the Yasawa Island group
  • Eco

  • Quiet

  • Family Suites

  • Less £

  • Rooms with balcony/terrace

  • Organic food

  • Trekking

  • Hotel Entertainment

  • Sit-out Terrace

  • House party feel

  • Disabled access

  • Great walks

  • Sea Views

  • Watersports

  • Surfing

  • Quirky

  • Child friendly

  • Tented Camp

  • Wildlife Area

  • Traditional

  • Charming

  • Scuba course

  • Intimate

  • Birdwatching

  • Views

  • Cooking classes

  • Secluded setting

  • Remote

Facilities

  • Rooms

    21 rooms in this hotel
  • Restaurant

    Focusing on fresh seafood, with delicious three-course dinners, BBQs and evening entertainment on the beach
  • Airport transfer

    Barefoot Manta Island is a 30-minute seaplane ride from Nadi, or a 3-hour boat ride from Denarau Marina
  • Wifi

    In common areas
  • Laundry

  • Family Suites

  • Bar

  • Communal Dining

  • Rooms with balcony/terrace

  • Outdoor dining

  • No pets

  • Babysitting

  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Disabled access

  • Garden

  • Child friendly

  • Sitting Room

  • Safe

  • Concierge

  • Views

Activities

  • Learning

    • Delve into the efforts of the island's Marine Conservation Centre & speak to in-house marine biologist Rob MacFarlane
  • Diving

    • Dive at some of the 40 nearby sites, including the Garden of Eden and Caves of Babylon, with expert guides
  • Snorkelling

    • Snorkel with majestic manta rays in the island's tranquil waters; a fishing ban means that the snorkelling is fantastic
  • Kayaking

    • Explore the island's coastline by kayak or paddleboard
  • Trekking

  • Hotel Entertainment

  • Great walks

  • Watersports

  • Surfing

  • Wildlife Area

  • Scuba course

  • Birdwatching

  • Cooking classes

Map & Location

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