Matavai Resort

In Niuean, the name “Matavai” means "the source of water" and water plays a major role in the character of the Resort, with 2 freshwater swimming pools and spectacular views of the clear, blue Pacific.

This magnificent resort is located on a cliff top with dramatic, panoramic, 180-degree view of the South Pacific Ocean.  The resort was completed in 1997. As it is on the sheltered side of the island it escaped Cyclone Heta relatively unscathed.

Matavai has 22 fully furnished rooms some with air-conditioning. All rooms have ceiling fans, IDD phones, tea and coffee making facility, mini bar, and four channels of Sky Pacific television. Some rooms have a view of the ocean.

Located a little distance away from the accommodation are; reception, restaurant, bar and an art gallery displaying works of local artists.  Extending several metres from the bar, restaurant and conference room is a wide decking - both undercover and in the open - to take advantage of the resort’s outstanding natural coastal view. 

On the lower terrace is a small intimate swimming pool nestled in the naturally framed hollow of coral, while there is a larger pool located on the upper deck.  A large wooden decking extends from the pool towards the cliff edge where guests can experience in turn, both tranquillity and the power of the mighty Pacific Ocean.  The Cliff-hanger Bar which is conveniently tucked in against a coral outcrop is available on special occasions. On the same terrace are several tables where guests can enjoy a drink or meal.

The main character of Matavai is the unique area of timber decking on several levels, a timber bridge over the larger of two swimming pools, meandering, paved pathways and comfortable guestrooms. The decking affords a dramatic, panoramic, 180-degree view of the Pacific Ocean where resident turtles can appear a large pod of dolphins often patrol (and sometimes put on a performance) and, in season, Humpback whales cruise right past the Resort.