The people and marine life

Stayed in August 2025

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Friendly, helpful staff, extremely well organized. Food was plenty and very good, offering vegetarian choices. A very relaxing and peaceful stay with the opportunity to do other activities, or nothing at all.

Stayed in August 2025

Starting to get a bit over developed. Staff here did not seem as happy, friendly or welcoming as barefoot Manta, which has a much more relaxed and low key atmosphere. Maybe because of the number of day visitors churning through.

Beautiful location. The Fiji culture night on the Saturday evening was great. Snorkelling direct off the beach was excellent.

Stayed in August 2025

The food could have done with more local dishes and fresh fruits and juices

A small slice of paradise, the bure were all clean, spacious and private. There were enough activities to keep busy for several days. The staff was friendly and I loved all the music.

Stayed in August 2025

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Stunning island ! Beautiful crystal blue water . Baby sharks and fish just swam in the shallows was phenomenal! Fabulous staff so kind and helpful . The food was delicious!

Stayed in August 2025

The only downside was that there wasn’t availability to extend our stay, because we would have happily stayed much longer.

Our time at Barefoot Kuata was truly magical. The food was good, and the reef right in front of the resort felt like a dream—perfect for snorkeling. We stayed in a bungalow that was simply epic, and one of the best parts was being able to walk barefoot straight from the door onto the beach. The highlight of our trip was diving with bull sharks, which was hands down one of the best diving experience we’ve ever had. Felt super safe. The staff were kind and helpful, and even went the extra mile when I realized I had left a swimsuit behind, making sure I could recover it. Overall, an incredible experience that I’d recommend to anyone visiting the Yasawas.

Stayed in August 2025

As I was a solo traveler, would have appreciated being seated with others for the night meal

Food was good

Stayed in August 2025

The food was amazing, staff so friendly especially Solo. Sea life so cool and you could just walk along the beach and see heaps of marine life.

Stayed in August 2025

Loved our beachfront bure! It was clean and comfy, also very private with some lounge chairs in front. Everyone was very friendly. Good sunset!

Stayed in July 2025

Would have liked fewer European dishes on the menu. More local dishes please.

Absolutely fabulous spot. Superb diving and snorkeling. Bures were lovely. We'd definitely stay again.

Stayed in August 2025

Needs to be a price list put somewhere in the rooms of all the activities on the island as it was hard to find

Views, reef, the room and location.

Stayed in August 2025

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Amazing friendly staff, beautiful resort and amazing food no complaints

Stayed in August 2025

Friendly staff Snorkelling Reef/coral Beachfront bures/outdoor ensuites Marine biologist tour No fishing zone

Stayed in August 2025

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The facilities , the location , the staff were all amazing ! We came for my partners 30th and they couldn’t have made it more special! All the staff are so attentive and welcoming , made us feel right at home!!

Stayed in July 2025

Bula! Staff were amazing! Couldn’t do enough for guests 😊

Stayed in August 2025

Very attentive and friendly staff, great atmosphere, incredible location, beautiful reef, and delicious food. The online photos do not do this place justice!

Stayed in August 2025

I wish the checkout time is a bit later than 10am since the ferry taking us back is only coming at 4pm. It would also be good if there’s an option of twin beds for friends traveling together instead of a queen bed.

The villa’s room and bathroom is very spacious and clean. It is beautiful and just steps away from the beach, at night you can hear the sound of ocean waves clearly. The staff is ultra friendly and personable, food at the buffet is delicious.

Stayed in July 2025

Barefoot Kuata is absolutely stunning! The views were beautiful and the bures were fantastic. The staff were so friendly and energetic and made the time and effort to chat to you. I felt at home there and didn’t want to leave!

Stayed in July 2025

Everything was amazing we loved it here and will definitely be back , you can really tell there one big happy family who welcome you with open arms. We miss you, Darcy, Chloe , Ellie & Millie :)

Stayed in July 2025

Not enough to change how much I liked to stay here and I would definitely stay again despite these things - just pointers for improvement. - the bunk beds were super wobbly and noisy - The doors to the dorms didn’t close properly so loads of mosquitos would come in - There were no towels allocated for the dorms, only private rooms. No towels for rent either which was a bit challenging and a first for me. - bar staff at happy hour were extremely overwhelmed and not able to keep up with how busy they were. Its a big resort and only 1 staff member to take orders, write them down, get signature from guest and also make the cocktails simply not enough. The bar also ran out of cold beers by 7pm on two occasions

Such a great stay at barefoot Kuata, the dorms were clean and well kept. The buffet breakfast and lunch were plentiful with many options available, the food was great overall, loved the 3 course dinners. The reef right at the front was simply gorgeous, there was a beautiful platform to watch the sunset and also a 40min return uphill hike if you were looking for better views and a bit of exercise. Lots of cosy areas to hang out, read a book or have a nap. Dive shop was efficient and easy to book activities, I did the introductory diving with bull sharks and had the best experience with the instructors. I can’t remember her name but the taiwanese lady who did our pool training was just so polite and calm, and a big thank you to Epi who held my hands and kept me calm the entire dive down . The staff are all simply beautiful and cheerful, they were always willing to have a chat, sing you a song or simply make you feel super welcome.

Stayed in July 2025

The shower wasn’t always working properly, you had to wait for the hot water and sometimes there wasn’t. I lacked some veggies for breakfast, there were only beans. You could get only instant coffee for free. Normal coffee should be included in the breakfast price. But these details aren’t so important as the whole vibe is really nice!

The reef is just under your nose, so it’s a nice place for snorkeling. The facilities are simple but clean and has a vibe, the island itself is beautiful, lots of palm trees, sand beaches, interesting rocks and caves, only good vibes! 🌞

Stayed in July 2025

A bit expensive. A couple of meals were pretty average (overcooked chicken, small portions) but generally really good.

Amazing location, great staff, shark diving and walking great. Beautiful house reef.

Stayed in June 2025

The ferry to the island is very expensive and there is only one company that runs the ferry and it’s only once a day. Just factor that cost into the stay. I would still massively recommend staying here!

This place is truly a paradise. Stunning beach with incredible views. Fantastic snorkeling and of course the shark snorkelling and diving (which cost extra). Staff were so kind and made us feel so welcome. You have to get the food package which is around 130ish fijian dollars a day, we did really enjoy the food. Plenty of choice and good quality. There are loads of activities such as snorkelling tours, marine lectures etc. loads of spots to sunbathe and relax.

Stayed in July 2025

A well planned resort run by great, happy staff. So welcoming. Lovely food, well-managed, attentive staff and a fun vibe. Sharing Fijian culture with us all the time. The Dive Team made every effort to make our time underwater the best experience too, superb. I was fascinated by the shark talk from their on-site Biologist who set out with scientific facts truths about sharks you just don’t hear in the media. A great stay.

Stayed in July 2025