Makaira Resort

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 ******* 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 ***** 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

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.

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.

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 :)

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.

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!!

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

The reef around Makaira is great and we had some wonderful snorkeling. The resort is VERY intimate- there are only 4 rooms. Because of this, the staff know you personally and the experience felt like staying with a family. Mere was so welcoming and friendly. She personally packed us a lunch to take with us hiking. We struggled a bit with the facilities and amenities- there was no hot water in our room but they let us stay in a nicer unit. They advertised a glass bottom kayak but apparently it was stolen so we didn’t get to use it. The Wi-Fi was very spotty. Also be aware that because the staff is so small there were times (especially on Sunday) when it was difficult to find any staff if you need something. However when the staff was there they were accommodating and sweet. I read reviews before our stay that the climb up the driveway to the resort (which you have to walk to get to the beach and restaurants) was very difficult and inconvenient but we found it perfectly manageable and worth the view.

I live in Hawaii and love coming to Fiji for many reasons. The weather is perfect sun, quick showers and panoramas of indescribable beauty. The people we have met here are extremely friendly and relaxed in happy attitudes. The Bures are all strategically placed to provide for privacy and views. Simply decorated and immaculately clean. The staff magically appears for daily cleaning, linen exchanges, emptying trash, replenishing floral arrangements and so much more. Always remembering our names and genuinely asking if everything is ok, and can they do anything more. The restraunts in Fiji are not known for gourmet dining. Makaira is much better than gourmet and cannot be described any other way. Polynesian delicacies are a wonderful surprise with many meals. Fruits, vegetables, seafood are all immaculately prepared by Mere and her assistant chef Vika. All locally sourced including fish that I have caught on the charters arranged by Roberta and Mere with Makaira Sportfishing Charters. No doubt about “fresh”.lol The beaches at the end of the driveway are true South Pacific quality to enjoy. Clear water. Great snorkeling. Good enough for Prince Charles…(soon the King of England..lol) My wife and I will return again next year. Duh! Bill and Susan, Maui