Our Recommended Resorts in the Lomaiviti Islands
Swap the bustling resorts of the Mamanucas off the western side of Viti Levu (Fiji’s main island) for the lesser-known resorts of the Lomaiviti Islands off the eastern side. Easily accessible from Suva, the Lomaiviti Islands provide all the experiences that make Fiji great – scuba diving, snorkelling, kayaking and the Fijian culture – while adding one more thing: history. The Lomaiviti Islands include the chiefly islands of Moturiki and Ovalau, the latter also holds a UNESCO World Heritage Site of Fiji’s first capital, Levuka. Staying at one of the island resorts in the Lomaiviti Islands will allow you to delve deeper into this history yourself if you wish, as well as relax and soak in the South Pacific sun.
1. Toberua Island Resort
Feel complete harmony at the Toberua Island Resort. Harmony in the contemporary interiors of the beachfront bures with a blend of traditional materials; harmony in the range of active experiences and the places to relax and soak up the Fiji sun. The Toberua Island Resort is set on a private island with 16 bures in four different styles. Each bure has enough space for families while offering some freestanding options to give couples privacy. The PADI dive centre on the island is a major drawcard, offering trips for all levels while offering a range of PADI dive courses. Fishing, kayaking, playing golf on a low tide golf course, sailing and lazying by the pool are all excellent ways to spend your time here at one of the very few high-end resorts in the Lomaivitis. As this stay is ideal for couples, we also list it in the 5 Most Romantic Resorts in the Lomaiviti Islands.
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© Toberua Island Resort2. Leleuvia Island Resort
An island resort for budgeting holidaymakers, Leleuvia Island Resort provides affordable private bures and a dormitory. The private bures sleep up to six people, making it ideal for a family vacation or providing privacy for a couple’s retreat, while the dormitory puts the Lomaiviti Islands of the Fiji backpacker route. The resort is perfect for cultural immersion, offering regular boat trips to neighbouring islands and villages, as well as weekly lovo and kava nights. As part of their complimentary activity menu, outrigger canoeing enhances the South Pacific vibe of your island getaway. Of course, scuba diving and snorkelling are also available. For more affordable rooms, check out the 10 Best Budget Accommodations in the Lomaiviti Islands.
© Leleuvia Island Resort3. Wakaya Club & Spa
Find complete luxury on the private island resort of the Wakaya Club & Spa. With 10 bures and two luxury villas on an otherwise verdant 2,200 acres (809 ha) forested and farmland island, your stay here will feel utterly exclusive. Even the “simplest” bures are wrapped in luxury with cathedral wooden ceilings, an outdoor shower and oversized bathtub, a private lounge, a reading garden and more. Added extras like a plunge pool or spa pool are available in the “Governor’s” and “Ambassador’s Bures”, while large groups will have their own unique space with a private pool and in-villa chefs in the resort’s villas. With a marine reserve right on the shores, Wakaya Island is an excellent base for scuba diving. Other highlights include tennis courts, a golf course and a luxurious day spa. See more like this in the 5 Best Luxury Accommodations in the Lomaiviti Islands.
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© Wakaya Club & Spa4. Ovalau Holiday Resort
The convenient base on Ovalau Island is just one reason to stay at the Ovalau Holiday Resort. The budget resort has bures suitable for all types of travellers, with self-catering facilities in each bure, as well as sleeping arrangements for up to five people. There’s good snorkelling off the beach, but you’ll need your own gear, while the outdoor pool is a refreshing place to relax. The resort also offers authentic Indo-Fijian cuisine and offers transfers into Levuka town. See more like this in the 10 Best Self-Catering Accommodations in the Lomaiviti Islands.
© Ovalau Holiday Resort5. [CLOSED] Dere Bay Resort
The only resort on the eastern reaches of the Lomaiviti Islands, Dere Bay Resort is a high-end resort with only three bures available for guests (others are sold to wealthy real estate investors). Dere Bay Resort on Koro Island has open-plan bures with one king bed, two singles and an ensuite. Each bure is only a few steps from the beach where walks, snorkelling, kayaking and fishing are available. The resort has an on-site restaurant and bar, as well as plenty of places to relax and perfect the art of doing nothing. See more like this in the 10 Best Family Resorts in the Lomaiviti Islands.
© Dere Bay ResortMore About Resorts in the Lomaiviti Islands
That’s it for the best resorts in Levuka and the Lomaiviti Islands. For more tips to help plan the perfect retreat, check out the following.
- 20 Things to Do in the Lomaiviti Islands
- The Food Guide to the Lomaiviti Islands: Places to Eat & Food Tours
- Lomaiviti Transport Guide: 5 Ways to Get to the Lomaiviti Islands
Finally, see how the resorts in the Lomaiviti Islands compare to The Top 50 Resorts in Fiji. Plus, get even more tips in The Complete Travel Guide to Fiji.
