10 Best Boutique Resorts in the Yasawa Islands

Last Updated: 22 July, 2025

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Although the Yasawa Islands are some of the remotest islands in Fiji, it often doesn’t feel that way when sharing the beach with all the guests of a large island resort.

If you seek tranquillity and exclusivity during your stay in the Yasawa Islands, your best option is to stay in one of the islands’ boutique resorts and lodges.

We’ve chosen some of your best options in this list of boutique resorts in the Yasawa Islands!

1. Coconut Beach Resort

Set on a former copra plantation, Coconut Beach Resort provides an exclusive escape with just 11 guest bures amidst coconut groves, offering unmatched views of the Blue Lagoon. Guests, who are treated like family at this boutique resort, can explore the vibrant house reef and marine life just meters from the beach.

Spacious and modernly appointed bures with beautiful open-air bathrooms promise comfort and luxury, while the “Coco Palm Massage Bure” offers an extraordinary escape.

The resort’s meal philosophy centres on the finest local ingredients, featuring freshly caught fish and daily homemade bread and desserts, all of which can be enjoyed around a square bar that encourages mingling with fellow guests.

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10 Best Boutique Resorts in the Yasawa Islands

2. Navutu Stars Resort

If you’re looking for a place where you’ll find pure peace and serenity, then definitely consider the Navutu Stars Resort. Not only does the five-star resort have only nine bures (bungalows) spread across three picturesque bays, but the resort is “adults-only” meaning that there will be no guests under the age of 16.

There are three luxury bure types to choose from either on the beachfront or on the hills overlooking the ocean.

See more options for an alternative way to have a peaceful resort experience in our 5 Adults-Only Resorts in the Yasawa Islands.

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3. Natabe Retreat

It doesn’t get more “boutique” than your own private villa secluded at the end of a long-stretching beach. Natabe Retreat is a stunning getaway for couples, families or groups of mates in stylish and modern accommodation for up to six people.

Despite it being your own private getaway on Tavewa Island, guests will still benefit from resort-style service with dining and activity options.

See more exclusive stays like this in the 5 Best Luxury Resorts in the Yasawa Islands.

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4. Viwa Island Resort

More adult-only luxury awaits at the Viwa Island Resort. This private island resort only has 11 beachfront bures, accommodating either two or four people. Each bure has its own private deck overlooking the beach, making it a stunning place to watch the Fijian sunset.

While relaxing in a daybed or with a massage is a popular way to spend your time here, guests also like to spend days scuba diving with the resort’s very own dive instructors.

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5. Turtle Island Fiji

For luxury beyond luxury, treat that special someone to a few nights on the all-inclusive Turtle Island Fiji. Housing only 14 couples at a time, Turtle Island Fiji is its own private island with 14 private beaches, an eco-forest sanctuary and sparkling waters to explore.

Sample fine cuisine with private dinners or attend lively dinner parties in a different location on the island each night.

Plus, the list of experiences seems endless, so your Fiji bucket list is bound to be mostly ticked by the time you leave the island.

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6. Waya Island Resort

Waya Island Resort, the Yasawas’ newest adults-only boutique resort, offers an intimate and private experience with just 17 rooms. Nestled in quiet, pristine bays surrounded by lush forests, Waya Island is a secluded sanctuary perfect for a peaceful retreat.

The resort’s unique approach to home-style cooking provides a fresh Fijian dining experience. In between, guests can relax by the pool, enjoy treatments in the open-air massage pavilion, or embark on tours exploring the beauty of the island.

Adventurous activities like paddleboarding and snorkelling directly from the resort are also available.

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Waya Island Resort on Expedia

7. Mai Sunset Island Resort

Mai Sunset Island Resort welcomes backpackers with options for mixed and female four-bed dorms, while the intimate selection of double rooms provides a tranquil ocean-view experience.

Nestled in lush tropical greenery, the double room features a cosy queen bed and modern furnishings accented with Fijian cultural touches, while the outdoor shower offers a unique and refreshing experience amidst nature.

Guests can enjoy activities like swimming with manta rays, village tours, exploring the Sawa-i-Lau Caves, cultural activities, guided hikes, or simply relaxing.

See more like this in the 10 Best Backpacker Resorts in the Yasawa Islands.

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8. Nabua Lodge

Unplug and refresh at an affordable rate at the Nabua Lodge. With only 10 bures, it never feels too crowded at this locally-run lodge. There are two dorm rooms and a small selection of private lodges suitable for couples and families.

In between relaxing in hammocks and just taking in the outstanding beauty of this corner of the famous Blue Lagoon, get involved in activities like cultural lessons, fish feeding, guided walks, kayaking and snorkelling.

See more places to stay like this in our 15 Budget Accommodations in the Yasawa Islands.

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9. Yasawa Island Resort & Spa

A boutique resort is always helped by a little bit of luxury. Choose from 18 luxury villas at the five-star all-inclusive Yasawa Island Resort & Spa. The resort is adults-only for most of the year, making it a fantastic place to unwind with your loved one or friends.

Stay in modern villas decorated with Fijian flair and partake in many of the cultural, land, water, spa and food-oriented activities the resort has to offer.

No wonder this one ranks high in our 20 Best Resorts in the Yasawa Islands.

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10. Coralview Island Resort

Situated on Tavewa Island, Coralview Island Resort offers budget accommodation in a boutique resort environment. Stay in one of the four “Beachfront Bures”, 11 “Gardenview Bures” or the 10-bed dorm room at an affordable rate.

Then enjoy your time snorkelling in a marine reserve where it’s even possible to see giant clams just 100 m (109 yards) off the beach! The resort is ideal for any type of traveller, including couples wanting an island wedding because, yes, Coralview has an island wedding venue!

Find out more in our 10 Wedding Venues in the Yasawa Islands.

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More About Boutique Resorts in the Yasawa Islands

That’s it for the best boutique resorts in the Yasawa Islands. For more tips to help plan the perfect island escape, check out more of our insightful Yasawa guides:

Finally, see how the boutique resorts in the Yasawa Islands compare to the 10 Best Boutique Accommodations in Fiji. Plus, get even more tips in The Complete Travel Guide to Fiji.

Sources:

The information in this guide has been compiled from our extensive research, travel and experiences across Fiji and the South Pacific, accumulated over more than a decade of numerous visits to each destination. Additional sources for this guide include the following:

Tourism Fiji (General travel advice - Updated [2025])
Fiji Hotel and Tourism Association (Tourism trade association - Updated [2025])
SPTO (Pacific tourism advice - Updated [2025])
Ministry of Tourism and Civil Aviation (Tourism statistics - Updated [2025])
Fiji Immigration (Visa and immigration advice - Updated [2025])
Fiji Revenue & Customs Service (Customs and visitor taxes - Updated [2025])
Biosecurity Authority of Fiji (Biosecurity advice - Updated [2025])
Fiji Meteorological Service (Weather forecast and warnings - Updated [2025])
Fiji Bureau of Statistics (Statistics and travel data - Updated [2025])
Land Transport Authority (Road safety advice - Updated [2025])
Safe Travel (New Zealand travel advisory for Fiji - Updated [2025])
Smart Traveller (Australia travel advisory for Fiji - Updated [2025])
Travel.State.Gov (U.S. travel advisory for Fiji - Updated [2025])

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Laura (Lora) S.

This article was reviewed and published by Laura, editor in chief and co-founder of Fiji Pocket Guide. Since arriving solo in the South Pacific over 10 years ago with nothing but a backpack and a background in journalism, her mission has been to show the world how easy (and awesome) it is to explore a paradise such as Fiji. She knows the islands inside-out and loves sharing tips on how best to experience Fiji’s must-dos and hidden gems. Laura is also editor of several other South Pacific travel guides.

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