Scenic Matavai Resort Niue

It's all about Location, Location, Location! A little beauty of a 3-star resort offering all the usual amenities. We stayed for 2 weeks (flights to/from the country were only weekly and one week, we felt, would be a little too short to really experience Niue. Development plans include a total re-build/remodel of the main dining areas, bar and reception. Also, plans afoot for growing own fruit & veggies onsite. Hopefully management will upgrade the access to the reef flats and tide pools directly under and in front of the bar/dining deck area. Up close and personal views and encounters with Humpback Whales during their yearly migration visit! WE were able to visit a wide range of eateries (check on which days and when they are open) and visited many tracks down various cliffs to access caverns, tide pools and beaches. A hire car is a must as not public transport on off for the island nation.

We stayed at the Matavai apartment units down the road as the main resort was full. The units are located a short drive from the main resort and it has its own pool, BBQ and seating area, a satellite reception with freezers for each unit, a washer and dryer and also a telephone with a directory for Reception and restaurants. Our unit had excellent air-conditioning, a kitchenette with a hot plate, fridge and microwave. It's a great option for families as each unit sleeps up to 4: a king sized bed and a sofabed suitable for kids. Check in was easy and the cold welcome drinks and cold towels were a treat. Reception conveniently sorted out a rental car as they have some parked at the main resort carpark! Special mention to Elaine who was amazing and organised everything for us so efficiently! The resort also has Airport transfers and a welcome orientation for guests. The two pools at the main resort are great and it was nice to enjoy a cold slushy from the pool bar. The breakfast buffet had a good selection. The usual hot selection including scrambled eggs, sausage, hash, fish, fresh coconut bread, cereals and fruit, cold juices but no cold cuts. They also had an a la carte menu and it was nice to see the local police force also enjoying breakfast there one morning because the view is incredible! We had some lunches and dinners there which was handy with everything closed on Anzac day, but the service was a bit slow. Their umu buffet night is delish and fun with a live performance from friendly locals. The food was great with a spitroast pig, lamb, chicken and other island delicacies. Some vegetarian friendly options too. They provide the guests with a daily newsletter with a schedule of resort activities and island activities. The apartment units were great to stay at but next time we will stay at the main resort so we can easily walk to breakfast and dinner.

I was at the Scenic Matavai resort on the 24th and 25th to use the pool and I bought drinks on both days. Pupa was very friendly and gave me the greatest service I could ever ask for, and played one of my favourite songs. I will and have recommended Matavai to friends and family. Fakaaue lahi

The pillows were lovely food was tasty. great location and eay access to sea tracks and beaches. Staff Eliane, Papu, James, Tina, Jick and Posa were all very friendly and made our stay memorable. definitely coming back to enjoy this beautiful place when the whales are about.

Stayed at the Matevai while working on the island. It has been a great experience. The staff are friendly and helpful, the breakfasts are great and the location couldn't be better. Would definitely recommend staying here if you're visiting Nuie

A very pleasant resort with helpful staff. The General Manager is excellent and personally helped with sorting things out. The location and views are fabulous. The hotel is undergoing renovations, but the work is constructed discreetly.