10 Most Unique Accommodations in Fiji

1. Gipsea (Nadi)

The ocean is a core part of Fiji life, so it only makes sense to stay on it during your visit! Gipsea is a 46 ft yacht moored just off the sandy shores of Wailoaloa Beach in Nadi. While she has sailed extensively throughout the South Pacific, she’s now yours for the night as a unique accommodation in Fiji. Sure, you won’t be going anywhere (unless you pay extra to charter the yacht) but it’s a fun experience to be had being rocked to sleep by the gentle ocean waters. The yacht has a kitchen, toilet, an outdoor shower and a lounge area. There are lilos out on the deck should you want to kick back under the stars. Check out similar but different accommodations in the 10 Unique Boat Stays in Fiji.

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2. Palmlea Farms Lodge & Bures (Vanua Levu)

Beach resorts: you can’t get away from them in Fiji except in the case of Palmlea Farms Lodge & Bures. This working organic farm provides an alternative resort experience where you can meet cute farm animals, like goats and chickens, and tour the orchards of tropical produce. As for accommodation, stay in one of the traditional eco-bures made with true Fijian flair. That’s not to say that there aren’t your standard resort options available, with more luxurious villas on the menu, as well as kayaking in the bay and a 25 m (80 ft) swimming pool on site. Check out more accommodations sharing the island of Vanua Levu with Palmlea in the 20 Best Resorts on Vanua Levu.

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3. Barefoot Manta Island Resort (Yasawa Islands)

We like to think of Barefoot Manta Island Resort as affordable luxury in the Yasawas, especially with their unique beachfront safari tents. These large tents are kitted out with timber flooring, bamboo shutters, a queen bed, a private outdoor bathroom and outdoor furniture under the shade. While staying here, join the team for snorkelling with giant manta rays between May and October or for one of their other amazing scuba diving trips, as listed in the 15 Best Dive Resorts in Fiji!

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4. Grand Pacific Hotel (Suva)

There’s nowhere like the Grand Pacific Hotel in Suva, Fiji’s only five-star hotel. Standing as an iconic heritage building on the capital’s waterfront, the Grand Pacific Hotel is home to luxury heritage rooms with colonial flair, some of which are named after their most prestigious guests, such as Queen Elizabeth. The 100+-year-old hotel is adorned with several fabulous restaurants and Suva’s only fine dining establishment, as well as the indulgent Bliss Spa. See how this compares to some of Fiji’s other hotels in the 50 Best Hotels in Fiji.

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5. Matangi Private Island Resort (Taveuni)

Set on its own private island in the less-visited Taveuni island group, Matangi Private Island Resort is an adults-only getaway with a difference. One of the resort’s accommodation offerings is a split-level treehouse suspended in the tropical jungle. What’s more, the island’s three treehouses are wrapped in luxury, consisting of 79 m² (850 ft²) of a private deck, an outdoor lava rock shower, an outdoor spa pool, a four-poster king-sized bed, and much much more. Check out more like this in the 10 Best Adults-Only Resorts in Fiji.

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6. Likiliku Lagoon Resort (Mamanuca Islands)

Winding across a turquoise ocean lagoon, the overwater bures of the Likuliku Lagoon Resort provide a unique stay in Fiji. Sure, there are other overwater bungalows in Fiji, which we list in the 5 Best Overwater Bungalows in Fiji, but the bungalows at Likuliku Lagoon are the only ones constructed with traditional Fijian flair. Their thatched rooves and construction of materials unique to the local region are really on-theme. You’ll find this exclusive accommodation in the Mamanuca Islands along with the 20 Best Resorts in the Mamanuca Islands.

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7. M.S. Caledonian Sky (Departs Denarau)

One of only two small cruise ships in Fiji, the M.S. Caledonian Sky is the ship of Captain Cook Cruises. Sail the Mamanuca and Yasawa Islands on one of their weekly sailings or join one of their exclusive voyages to the less-visited outer islands across Fiji, including Kadavu, Vanua Levu, Taveuni and the Lau Islands. The M.S. Caledonian Sky has four decks of accommodation all including a sitting area, ensuite bathroom, air-conditioning, walk-in or spacious wardrobes and some with a private balcony. Cruises are all-inclusive, giving you a full holiday experience as you island-hop around Fiji. Learn more about this cruise in The Guide to Cruises Around Fiji.

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• Captain Cook Cruises on Viator

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8. Malakati Village Beach House (Yasawa Islands)

Malakati Village Beach House offers a unique opportunity to be an honoured guest in a traditional Fijian setting on Nacula Island. Staying in a traditionally thatched Fijian bure, guests can enjoy an authentic experience with friendly hosts and the option to dine on fresh Fijian cuisine. The homestay’s location allows for activities like snorkelling, hiking and walking tours, providing an immersive experience in the local environment and culture. We recommend this homestay for those seeking a genuine connection with Fijian village life and the natural beauty of Nacula Island. See more homestays like this in the 15 Best Homestays in Fiji.

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• Malakati Village Beach House on Booking.com

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9. The Fiji Orchid (Lautoka)

Located only 15 km (9 mi) north of Nadi International Airport just outside of the town of Lautoka, The Fiji Orchid makes an excellent place to start your journey on the Suncoast. Nestled among breathtaking orchid gardens, The Fiji Orchid has six freestanding bures in its own secluded section of the garden. The tented architecture of the bures is unique in Fiji with each wrapped in luxury, perfect for couples. There is a restaurant, cocktail bar and swimming pool on site. See more accommodation like this in the 5 Best Glamping Accommodations in Fiji.

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• The Fiji Orchid on Booking.com
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• The Fiji Orchid on Expedia

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10. Dolphin Island (Suncoast)

Finally, the hilltop sleepout on the private Dolphin Island provides another unique accommodation experience in Fiji. Couples can stay in the open-air bure on the island, which is beautifully designed with local timbers, a thatched roof and lit by lanterns and candles for a rustic-meets-luxury experience. Find this accommodation on the Suncoast along with the 10 Best Resorts on the Suncoast.

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• Dolphin Island on Trip.com

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