Manava Beach Resort and Spa Moorea

We loved this resort right from our arrival, The service and food were outstanding. The pool was large clean and not busy. Easy access to the sea. Located within walking distance of a grocery store and several small shops, as well as an excellent local Polynesian restaurant (KE’IKI). We quite liked our garden bungalow with a private area with a plunge pool. All staff were friendly and helpful.

We stayed in an overland unit. Highly recommended. I'd do this again before renting an overwater. Save the overwater for a place like Bora Bora. The overland units was fantastic. Had a small private pool. Private beach and small snorkling bay. You can walk to numerous restaurants, grocery stores etc. Very hot and humid so do walking early. Rent a car (across the street) and see the island. Car rentals cost $65 - 95/day).

I just came from a traditional Polynesian massage at the spa and I feel like a million dollars. My massage therapist, Hitia, was amazing, she was very gentle throughout but managed to work out some knots I had in my neck and shoulder that were really bothering me today. This style of massage is new to me and I am a convert. Probably the most relaxing massage I've ever had. The spa is a beautiful space and the massage room looked into a walled in garden with a lovely water feature so I also had this wonderful water sound in the background the whole time.

The first hotel I have liked in the islands! After staying at two larger hotels in Tahiti and Moorea, I was delighted to finally find a hotel where I felt at home. You can feel the care of local ownership the minute you arrive. Staff are attentive and tuned in. The hotel is a boutique luxury property that is nicely appointed. (By comparison, the Moorea Hilton seemed corporate, disorganized and in disrepair.). I am in the travel industry and have immediately moved upcoming clients to this property for their Moorea stay. Manava is located in a beautiful cove with spectacular Moorea peaks in the background. It has a strong commitment to sustainability which is also very important to my company. I wish I was staying longer than just two nights!

Manava Beach Resort and Spa is a slice of paradise on the most beautiful island in French Polynesia! The staff is friendly and helpful. The staff at the onsite dive shop, Moorea Blue Diving, is wonderful as well. We were fortunate to be staying at the resort the night of their Polynesian show and our scuba excursions the next day were fabulous! We would definitely stay here again!