Fatboys Resort

3.0 star property
Comfortable hotel near the beach

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ocean View, Overwater
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Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ocean View, Overwater
Restaurant
Reviews
8.4

Very good

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Babanga Beach, Mbambanga Island

Room options

Family Bungalow (1)

Highlights

Balcony
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Ceiling fan
Coffee/tea maker
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
Electric kettle
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 3 Single Beds

Family House, Beachside (Whole House)

Highlights

Balcony
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Ceiling fan
2 bedrooms
2 bathrooms
Coffee/tea maker
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Single Bed and 2 Double Beds

Traditional Double Room (Couple)

Highlights

Balcony
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Ceiling fan
Coffee/tea maker
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
Electric kettle
In-room safe
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Honeymoon Bungalow

Highlights

Balcony
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Ceiling fan
Coffee/tea maker
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
Electric kettle
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ocean View, Overwater

Highlights

Balcony
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Ceiling fan
Coffee/tea maker
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
  • 5 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Mbambanga Island

At Fatboys Resort you'll be within the area of Market and Vella Lavella. Highlights at this beach hotel include a restaurant and in-room balconies. .At the hotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Added amenities include free WiFi in public areas, coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available daily. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Places in the area of this 3-property class Mbambanga Island hotel include Simbo island and Kolombangara.

Restaurants

  • Waterfront

About this property

Fatboys Resort

Comfortable hotel near the beach
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. An airport shuttle (available on request) and a beach shuttle are available for a fee. A library, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at Fatboys Resort. The hotel can provide wedding services and tour/ticket assistance.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Mbambanga Island hotel.

  • 2 guestrooms or units
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Fatboys Resort offers 2 accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies. Bathrooms include a shower. Cots/infant beds (complimentary) are also available. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge) from 6 AM to 6 PM at scheduled times and on request
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee: AUD 6 to 23 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Library

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Free cot
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference space

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Direct access to the beach
  • Garden
  • On the waterfront
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Mini-fridge
  • Room service

Outdoor space

  • Balcony

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products available
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 9 AM; check-in end time: 4:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 8:30 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 3.5 per cent for credit card payments
There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 4:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Fatboys Resort

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately AUD 6.00 to 23.00 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: AUD 28 per person (return)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3.5 per cent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Fatboys Resort Mbambanga Island
Fatboys Mbambanga Island
Fatboys
Fatboys Resort Hotel
Fatboys Resort Mbambanga Island
Fatboys Resort Hotel Mbambanga Island

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Fatboys Resort?

Fatboys Resort offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

What makes Fatboys Resort a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus private balconies in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Fatboys Resort.

Is Fatboys Resort family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities like babysitting services and laundry facilities, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise Fatboys Resort is a hit with families.

Does Fatboys Resort serve breakfast?

Yep, cooked-to-order brekkie is available daily.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Fatboys Resort?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs from 6 AM - 6 PM on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Fatboys Resort?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Fatboys Resort?

Check-in begins at 9 AM. Check-out time is 8:30 AM.

Are pets allowed at Fatboys Resort?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Fatboys Resort Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 16 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 16 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 16 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 16 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 16 reviews" "

8.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Sze Wei

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

2/10 Terrible

cedar

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The thatch roof was old and full of termites, thus termite dust fells from the ceiling all day and night. I woke up with it on my face, in my hair, everywhere. The lighting in in the room is very poor. The room is open so you have mosquitoes all day and night. The chair on the porch was broken. Water drains onto the floor not down the pipe. I told the (new) owner and he said they knew these problems and planned to shut down the unit and put on a new roof. But still took my $175/night fee and did not put us into a nicer room, I would not recommend this room unless you know the rooms have been upgraded.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gaye

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fatboys was amazing! Excellent snokelling, yummy food and the most incredibly helpful and kind staff. You will not regret a visit to Fatboys.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Richard

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Kiyoshi

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Charging price shuld be expressd.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

6/10 Okay

Aaron

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

lindy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Outstanding location, beautiful view from our traditional cabin right on the water. Great snorkelling right off the resort. Fabulous seafood & very friendly staff A wonderful experience all round… wished I could have stayed longer than the 3 nights.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sensational locaton, being able to dive from your balcony is the best.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely resort for a few nights
We had a great stay at Fatboys. The staff were very friendly and helpful and the food was great. Our accommodation was spacious with a mosquito net (personal spray and insect spray provided) with a comfy queen bed looking towards the balcony and water, sofa area, bar fridge, jug, 2 jugs of drinking water, hanging rack for clothes as well as an open shelved stand for clothes and a safe. The balcony-2 barstool style chairs and table overlooks the water towards the restaurant and is lovely spot for coffee or an evening drink. The bathroom with slat floor has a stable door - inside was a toilet and hot water shower. The hand basin is outside the bathroom but there is no light or mirror so you are almost in darkness at night There are 2 lights above the bed but no other lighting so it is impossible to sit on the sofa to read, write etc as it gets dark. We stayed 3nights & snorkelled from the restaurant towards the green buoy and surrounds. There was a nice variety of fish and coloured coral and out towards the drop off and green buoy we saw some larger marine life such as humphead wrasse. Conditions & viz varied during our stay & the last morning snorkel presented the best conditions. To improve a guest’s stay would be lighting over the sofa/lounge area; a light and mirror next to the hand basin, repairing the broken “Roman blind” door to the balcony in order to keep the rain out, an undercover clothes line for swimwear, cordless jug, more clothing storage.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Arthur

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great Resort, fantastic people, wonderful food
Food fantastic - staff very friendly and helpful
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2019