Family-friendly Hotels in Taveuni Island

The staff at the Maravu was very helpful and attentive to us including Kara and Lavinia. We also were welcomed by Cali who played a nice song for us on his guitar. The bure we stayed in was very large and spacious with hardwood floors and the size of the individual rooms was great. Finally the towels there were nice and thick. Before commenting on the things there that did not go so well, I should state that when we were at the Maravu it was likely still in what I would describe as ”Covid Recovery Mode”. Also my wife and I are not 5 star hotel types in any way but we do expect that basic standards of cleanliness be in place. So if you're thinking about staying there you may want to follow-up on the concerns I've noted below. The bure we stayed in for 5 nights was filthy and so many places in it had fresh evidence of ants and spider webs. It was so dirty that we considered detail cleaning it ourselves with Lysol and a mop. However, we decided to ask the staff to clean it again. After they cleaned it, the room was still extremely dirty and the spider webs were still there. Because we could never get the bure to an acceptable state of cleanliness and the furniture was filthy, we searched in vain everyday for a clean place to set down our bags. Finally, the windows in our room were glass louvers and many of them were broken to a point where we couldn't close them completely. The main dining and lounge areas weren't clean either and had very limited gluten free options. As a result, we only ate there the first day and always ate somewhere else after that. When we arrived, we were also informed that the resort was generating their own electricity using a diesel generator and that they would be regularly turning off the power ever day we were there during the hours from 10AM to 4PM. This daily power shut off caused the temperature in our bure to soar and put our groceries in the refrigerator at risk of spoiling. However the most disappointing thing to us about these power outages was that we didn't know about this situation until we arrived and the fact that the resort staff told us that all resorts on the island shut of their generators at the same time they did everyday. We later found out this was false from tourists we met on Taveuni who were staying elsewhere. The resort also has a lot of grass in between the bures and they do not use lawn mowers to cut that grass quickly. Instead, 4-5 men walked around and cut the grass using gas powered string trimmers producing noise for 4-5 hours - something made worse by the daily power generator shutoff and the fact that we had to keep the windows open in the bure to keep it cooler. Finally, unfortunately like many resorts in Fiji, the Maravu does not have safes in the bure so we had to keep our valuables in a locked filing cabinet in the main office. Fortunately nothing was stolen but it was discouraging to have to carry our valuables around with us most of the time.

The hotel is about 35 FJD from the airport and has direct dive shop service. You can arrange scuba diving, go to the sea for two dives in the morning, come back for lunch at noon, and rest in the afternoon. This hotel is perfect for diving enthusiasts. The washing supplies provided by the hotel are the local soaps that have been recommended for purchase. There are a total of eight rooms, named after the most famous eight dive sites on the Rainbow Reef of Taveuni Island. The hotel's lobby manager is also the head of the diving program Kevin (English name forgot), very nice, very patient and very attentive. The three meals a day are all eaten by the hotel. There is no food nearby. If you have a meal in advance, someone will ask you what to eat. Just go to eat directly, and check out at the store. There is a bit of something in Fiji. This is suitable for Europeans and Americans. I can't stand the stomach after eating two meals. At the end, I will directly share a share of two people. Overall, this hotel is perfect for friends who are diving. The friends who come to remember to look up at the night sky at night, there will be surprises.

Garden Island Resort was a lovely place to stay while in Taveuni. It was clean, the staff were helpful & friendly (special mention to Angela and Teresa) and the rooms were quite nice. I got the warm and happy Bula from all staff and it was a very relaxing stay. The resort has a lovely pool with lounge chairs, hammocks etc, its own massage Bure & each room has a balcony. The rooms have no tv or wifi (only in the restaurant) and it’s sketchy at best, but I’m yet to find anywhere with good wifi in Fiji. There is a fan and air con in the room although even set at 16° it wasn’t cold and the room was quite stuffy. There are also doors connecting the neighbouring room which meant I heard all the banging, doors closing, phones ringing etc which occasionally woke me up, especially of a morning. The air con and fan kept switching off on my last night there. The staff tried to fix it straight away but when they couldn’t they moved me to a new room next door within the hour. Silver lining, the air con worked much better and there was no adjoining door which meant it was super quiet. I wanted to dive while here, but when I went to see the dive operator at the resort I honestly felt like I was a bit of a hassle being a somewhat inexperienced diver who hadn’t dived for a few years because of covid. The lady there wasn’t forthcoming with information - I had to pry it out of her - and when I’m a solo traveller with only 30 or so dives under my belt I wanted to be assured of everything including my safety. Another slight annoyance was the food as it was just ‘ok’ and they cost around 40FJD, which I thought was expensive for the quality I was getting, although the portions were a good amount. My meal on the last night was good though. There is nowhere really else to eat nearby (there’s a corner shop for snacks) so with set meals at set times I found this difficult. I had this at Beachcomber Is as well though so maybe set meals at set times is a Fijian thing?! On my last day I saw people had pizzas and asked about it. They said they had an all day menu and apologised for not telling me about it. This probably would’ve made all the difference. The pizzas were also much cheaper at around 10FJD. The staff catered for my food allergy which was great, but make sure you tell each person at each meal time. They also have free water refills at the bar to save you buying bottled water everyday. Breakfasts were much nicer than the other meals, which I was told on arrival were free. They gave me a bill for it at the end. There is fruit, muffins, juice and coffee available for free though so perhaps this is what they meant but it was not made clear. As a school teacher I asked one of the ladies to take me to a local school where I was able to see how the schooling system is and I gave them some free school supplies. This was a big highlight, a huge thank you to Angela and Josephine for taking me. On my last day, as my flight was later in the day they offered a late check out at

With a stay at Vacala Bay Resort - All inclusive in Taveuni Island East, you'll be on the beach, and 10.7 mi (17.2 km) from International Date Line Sign and 11 mi (17.7 km) from Wairiki Catholic Mission Church. This luxury property is 13.4 mi (21.6 km) from Bouma Falls Park and 16.4 mi (26.4 km) from Bouma National Heritage Park.Relax and unwind with massages, body treatments, and facials. If you're looking for recreational opportunities, you'll find an outdoor pool, a fitness center, and bicycles to rent. Additional features at this property include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and free babysitting.This property is all inclusive. Rates include meals and beverages at onsite dining establishments. Charges may be applied for dining at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, some beverages, and other amenities. Enjoy a meal at the restaurant, or stay in and take advantage of the property's room service (during limited hours). Relax with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge or the poolside bar.Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. A roundtrip airport shuttle is complimentary (available 24 hours).Treat yourself to a stay in one of the 2 guestrooms, featuring fireplaces and flat-screen televisions. Rooms have private balconies or patios. Kitchens are outfitted with full-sized refrigerators/freezers, ovens, and stovetops. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.

With a stay at Vakanananu Retreat in Taveuni Island East, you'll be 11.2 mi (18 km) from International Date Line Sign and 16.6 mi (26.8 km) from Bouma National Heritage Park. This upscale guesthouse is 16.9 mi (27.3 km) from Lavena Coastal Walk.Pamper yourself with onsite massages or take in the view from a garden. Additional amenities at this guesthouse include concierge services and gift shops/newsstands.At Vakanananu Retreat, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. A complimentary local cuisine breakfast is served daily from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM.Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services and a library. A roundtrip airport shuttle is complimentary (available 24 hours).Make yourself at home in one of the 2 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring kitchens with refrigerators and stovetops. Your pillowtop bed comes with premium bedding, and all rooms are furnished with single sofa beds. Rooms have private furnished balconies. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.

With a stay at Camp Taveuni in Taveuni Island East, you'll be 11.3 mi (18.2 km) from International Date Line Sign and 11.6 mi (18.7 km) from Wairiki Catholic Mission Church. This hostel is 13.2 mi (21.3 km) from Bouma Falls Park and 16.2 mi (26.1 km) from Bouma National Heritage Park.Take advantage of recreation opportunities including an outdoor pool and a spa tub. Additional features at this hostel include complimentary wireless Internet access and a communal living room.At Camp Taveuni, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee.Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, luggage storage, and a safe deposit box at the front desk. Free self parking is available onsite.Make yourself at home in one of the 7 guestrooms. Conveniences include fans, and housekeeping is provided daily.

Located in Taveuni Island West, Sacred Garden Fiji is in a rural location and within the region of International Date Line Sign and Wairiki Catholic Mission Church. This resort is within the region of Waitatavi Bay.Enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a garden.Take advantage of the resort's room service (during limited hours). Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the poolside bar. A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM.Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, luggage storage, and a water dispenser. Free self parking is available onsite.Make yourself at home in one of the 2 individually furnished guestrooms. Rooms have private furnished lanais. Bathrooms feature showers with rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include safes and complimentary weekday newspapers, and housekeeping is provided on request.

We stayed at TIR for just over a week, early Jan24 and it was a magical experience. The local staff were so welcoming & friendly. The grounds are immaculate tropical gardens very well maintained on the cliff top with awesome views. We were particularly lucky to be looked after by the ‘June’s’ in the Matalau Bure where all our meals were provided. Both Chef June & our host June were just amazing. June’s cooking was outstanding using locally grown produce, cooked fresh daily. We miss her warm fresh morning muffins. We caught a Yellow Fin Tuna and she made several delicious dinners with it, including Sashimi. Each meal was 3 courses and we had to reduce lunch to 1 course as we were eating too much. No request was too difficult and her understanding of our dietary requirements was very much appreciated. Our hosts June & Raymond (for a few days) were wonderful. Always ensuring we had everything we needed and happy to enjoy a laugh with us. The rooms were always kept clean and they were serviced daily including turn down every night to turn the air con on to ensure a comfy sleep. Matalau also included a private beach which we used daily for snorkelling & swimming. Lots of coral and fish only a few metres off the shore. It was special to meet the owners Do & Ric (& all the puppies & birds). They take great pride in their piece of paradise and ensured we were being well looked after. We were very sad to leave and the staff all sang us a farewell song to wish us well.

With a stay at Matangi Private Island Resort in Matangi Island, you'll be minutes from Matangi Beach and Matangi Dock. This upscale resort is within the region of Bouma Falls Park.Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages, body treatments, and facials. After a day at the private beach, you can enjoy other recreational amenities, which include an outdoor pool. This resort also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and gift shops/newsstands.Grab a bite to eat at Vale Ni Kana, a beachfront restaurant where you can take in the pool view and dine alfresco. You can also stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, luggage storage, and coffee/tea in a common area. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available on request).Make yourself at home in one of the 12 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and minibars. Rooms have private furnished patios. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and separate sitting areas, and housekeeping is provided daily.