Octopus Resort

Absolutely unforgettable experience at Octopus Resorts in Fiji! The beauty of the resort is breathtaking, with lush gardens and tropical vibes. The private beach is stunning, with crystal-clear waters and a vibrant coral reef perfect for snorkeling. Our front beach private villa was a dream come true, with direct access to the beach and breathtaking ocean views. The staff were incredibly friendly and welcoming, making us feel like family. A special mention to Taina in the dining room, who not only provided amazing service with a smile but also remembered us from our visit 2 years ago! It was wonderful to see a familiar face and feel like we were coming home. The food was delicious, with a range of local Fijian dishes that showcased the best of the islands' cuisine. If you're looking for a relaxing and luxurious getaway, Octopus Resorts is the perfect choice. We had an excellent experience and would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a tropical paradise. We'll be back!

We recently stayed at Octopus Island and overall had a good experience, so I’m giving it four stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐. A few things to know before you book: there is construction happening, and they don’t mention it when you make a reservation. If you’re sensitive to noise, avoid the lower-numbered rooms as they’re closest to the work. The food was fine throughout our stay, but the Friday night nine-course dinner really stood out—definitely worth it. The spa was excellent; we ended up going every single day and loved it. Staff are very friendly and welcoming, which made a big difference. The beach is beautiful, though on the smaller side, and because this is a family-friendly resort, expect lots of kids running around. The speedboat ride over can be a little hairy depending on the weather, but it adds to the adventure. Overall: great spa, great staff, solid food (with a standout dinner), nice beach—just be mindful of construction and know the vibe is very family-oriented.

I stayed at Octopus Resort and was extremely disappointed with the way we were treated at check-out. They asked us to pay for lunch even though we were leaving at 10 a.m., which made absolutely no sense. Despite explaining the situation calmly, the staff insisted multiple times, sighing in front of us as if we were causing a problem. To make matters worse, the two receptionists kept speaking in Fijian while looking at us, clearly trying to avoid transparency. It was unprofessional and made us feel disrespected. Only after 10 minutes did the manager arrive, and we were finally able to negotiate. Out of all the resorts we visited Blue Lagoon, Mantaray, etc. this was by far the worst experience. It’s really unfortunate, because the island is stunning, but the way guests are treated here is unacceptable.

"Our trip to Yasawa Island in Fiji was truly unforgettable. The resort staff and the overall experience were definite highlights. Despite heavy rain upon our arrival, the resort manager and team maintained a warm and welcoming demeanor, making us feel just as comfortable as if it were a sunny day. The next morning, we were fortunate to go snorkeling and then enjoyed an evening kava ceremony hosted by Atu and his crew, followed by an entertaining crab race. The entire experience reinforced that material possessions are not necessary for true happiness and beauty. Tip- try get in to stay on a Friday evening to experience the cultural performance performed by the whole team and absolute theater of 9 course dinner 🍽️ I cannot thank the entire team enough for providing us with such a memorable and meaningful stay. They showed us that life's simple pleasures can be just as rewarding as any materialistic pursuit."

I’ll start by saying that we came from Barefoot Manta where we had had an amazing experience so my disappointment with this resort is in comparison to that. The rooms are nice. They do have AC, fans, and a safe. They were average size (less spacious than Barefoot). Very pretty shower set up, on open air. It felt like the staff was not into it. It did not feel warm or fuzzy at all - like they were just serving the food but did not care about being there. This was the biggest difference with Barefoot Manta. The other big difference is that you have to pick your dinner time (6:30, 7:00 or 7:30) and by the time you show up, your table is preset. You can’t sit where you want and have limited flexibility if you want to sit with others. Not as conducive to meeting others. Food was mostly good and presented nicely. We enjoyed breakfast the most, with a combination of buffet items plus a selection from a menu. Can’t drink the water in the room. Need to go to the bars to get the water refilled. Good selection of activities but for many you had to pay (like the hikes). There is a binder in the room telling you which ones are free. Good set up if you have kids. Have like an activity center for the younger ones and saw a separate one for the teens. Did not go into either or know what they actually offer or if free. Staff at the dive shop was more amicable than any of the others. Reef no where close to as good as Barefoot. But if you go, the reef to the right of the rope they ask you to start from is better than the left.