Independent review for Reef Resort in Vava'u, the Kingdom of Tonga

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The Reef Resort Vava'u is a small boutique resort with just four bungalows, a pretty restaurant and excellent service making it one of the best holiday retreats inn Tonga for romantic couples. Located on Kapa Island, a fifteen minute boat ride from Neiafu Town, The Reef has a pretty medium coarse sand beach with a good swimming and snorkelling lagoon accessible from the pontoon and with some the best snorkelling in Vava'u 300 metres off the beach and accessible by kayak or small boat (Japanese Gardens).

Recommended For:
  • Couples seeking quiet and relaxing escape
  • Great Service with Fine Dining
  • Excellent Snorkelling & Kayaking
Quick Facts
  • 4 Bungalows
  • Outer Island - Beachfront Location
  • Restaurant & Bar

Reef Resort Information & Facts

  • Hotel Location:    On small island, overlooking passage in Vava'u Group
  • Getting There:    55 minutes flight to Vava'u Airport+45 mins by road / boat
  • Unique Qualities:    Peaceful setting, great snorkelling
  • Ideal for:    Couples
  • Hotel Features:    5 Villas
  • Dining:    Restaurant & bar - no independent restaurants close by
  • Children Policy:    Not recommended
  • Local Attractions / Tours:    Humpback whales, boat tours, Coral Gardens
  • The Beach:    Average, medium coarse sand limited in size
  • The Ocean:    Good for swimming, part sandy bottom, protected, no waves
  • Snorkelling:    Excellent, off from beach - coral gardens and reef fish
  • Other Activities:    Game fishing, forest walks and village visits

Room Information

The four Deluxe Bungalows are modern whitewashed bungalows with a Queen and single bed, mini fridge, sound system, air-conditioning and a modern bathroom with good size shower. Each bungalow has its own private deck with views. Two of the bungalows are right on the beachfront, close together; whilst two bungalows are on the hillside with beautiful ocean views and offer better privacy.

Hotel Amenities

Accommodation is in four identical modern whitewashed bungalows with a Queen and single bed, mini fridge, sound system, air-conditioning and a modern bathroom with good size shower. Each bungalow has its own private deck with views. Two of the bungalows are right on the beachfront, close together; whilst two bungalows are on the hillside with beautiful ocean views and offer better privacy.

Kapa Island is one of the largest outer islands in Vava'u and guests can enjoy the hill ridge forest trails to visit either the local Tongan village or to explore some of the islands other beaches, notably Barnacle Beach in tranquil Port Mourelle, a popular anchorage for sailing boats.