10 Best Budget Accommodations on the Coral Coast [2024]© Casablanca Hotel
10 Best Budget Accommodations on the Coral Coast [2024]

11 Best Budget Accommodations on the Coral Coast [2024]

© Casablanca Hotel

Cheap Resorts, Lodges and Hotels on the Coral Coast

You don’t have to pay a premium price to enjoy a premium location! That’s certainly the mantra of the budget accommodation on the Coral Coast of Fiji. The coast of crystal clear waters and beaches are lined with budget resorts, backpacker lodges and boutique locally-owned accommodations making sticking to your budget in Fiji very simple. Just take a look at your options in the list below!

While you’re here, don’t miss The Budget & Backpacking Guide to the Coral Coast for more insightful money-saving tips!

1. Mango Bay Resort

Get that full “Fiji holiday resort” experience for only a fraction of the price at the Mango Bay Resort. Nestled in tropical gardens, the stunning “Beachfront” and “Garden Villas” blend in with the surroundings. The villas cater from couples to families, each with a private ensuite outdoor bathroom. Get your dose of pool time at their beachfront lagoon pool with a swim-up bar and your dose of culture with kava ceremonies, Fijian cooking classes and craft lessons. All of this is free, while paid bucket-list activities are always on the menu from sunset cruises to game fishing.

Check Mango Bay Resort out:
budget-accommodation-coral-coast© Mango Bay Resort

2. Bedarra Beach Inn

Whatever adventures you choose on the Coral Coast, whether it’s the Sigatoka Sand Dunes, the Kula Adventure Park or something else, you’ll always have a relaxed retreat to return to at the Bedarra Beach Inn. With an outdoor pool, bar, restaurant and spa, there’s plenty on offer to help you unwind Fiji-style! Rooms are spacious and airy, offering budget double rooms, as well as rollaway beds for families or groups. Check out what activities you could be getting up to in our 10 Free & Cheap Things to Do on the Coral Coast!

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-budget-resorts-coral-coast© Bedarra Beach Inn

3. The Beachhouse

All types of budget travellers, from backpackers to families, are welcome at The Beachhouse. Backpackers can stay in the dorm rooms of “The Lodge”, while the “Frangipani Rooms” with an ensuite garden bathroom are perfect for honeymooning couples. Whoever you are, you’ll find a wealth of free, cheap and paid experiences with fishing and island trips, scuba diving and jungle treks. At the end of the day, enjoy the cultural dancing and nightlife, as well as sundowners with like-minded travellers. For more like this, head over to the 10 Best Backpacker Resorts in Fiji.

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budget-accommodation-coral-coast© The Beachhouse

4. Rendezvous Surf Camp

At Rendezvous Beach near Momi Bay, the Rendezvous Surf Camp provides excellent budget accommodation, especially for a surf holiday in Fiji. The surf camp provides dorms and private rooms with shared facilities, as well as private ensuite rooms. Meal packages are compulsory to purchase along with each night of stay but are super affordable, while lunches can be bought at their cafe. Consider the surf camp if you want to hit the waves of the Mamanuca Islands. For more like this, check out the 10 Best Surf Resorts in Fiji.

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10 Best Budget Accommodations on the Coral Coast [2024]© Rendezvous Surf Camp

5. Crusoe’s Retreat

A casual and relaxing retreat at the far eastern end of the Coral Coast, Crusoe’s Retreat provides another amazing budget holiday in Fiji. With kids under 12 years staying for free, it’s a fantastic option for families, as well as other types of holidaymakers with private bures to suit all. The resort is located right next to a Fijian village, so there’s a wealth of activities to immerse in the local culture through classes, food, song and dance, as well as opportunities to meet the local villagers. For more spots like this, check out the 10 Best Family Resorts on the Coral Coast.

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-budget-accommodation-on-the-coral-coast© Crusoe's Retreat

6. Likuri Island Resort

Famous for its day cruises and island excursions (see the 10 Best Island Day Trips in Fiji), Likuri Island Resort also has a resort if you want the fun to last longer than just a day. Formerly known as Robinson Crusoe Island Resort, the resort has 14 affordable bures, from the “Island Lodge” ideal for families to the cute and quirky “Bure Lailai” with one single bed. The resort is lively with day trips, but you can escape from it all with complimentary snorkelling, kayaking, weaving, cooking and crafting lessons, an ancient pottery site tour and much more! Food at the resort is buffet style, with many nights’ dinners prepared “lovo” style in an underground oven on-theme with the popular day and night shows.

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10 Best Budget Accommodations on the Coral Coast [2024]© Likuri Island Resort

6. Seatiki Resort Fiji

Seatiki Resort Fiji offers an extremely affordable island-style retreat, nestled between mountains and along the coastal beach of Muasara Sigatoka, with a lagoon beach just minutes away. We like the resort’s Fijian-style restaurant and bar, private garden parties, and the array of family-friendly amenities including swimming pools, a kids’ play area, and a sunset outdoor lounge bar. The traditional Fijian massage service is also a highlight. Budget accommodations blend modern and local designs, with furnished balconies and options for queen and family rooms, some featuring an outdoor spa.

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10 Best Budget Accommodations on the Coral Coast [2024]© Seatiki Resort Fiji

7. Seafront Apartment Coral Coast

Seafront Apartment Coral Coast offers spacious accommodations with stunning Pacific Ocean views and private balconies, perfect for a relaxing getaway. We like the convenience of having activity providers on-site, including a restaurant/bar featuring Indian and Thai cuisine, a spa, and a liquor store. With a range of hotel rooms and fully equipped one- and two-bedroom apartments, there’s something to suit every guest’s needs. We recommend enjoying the beautiful pool area for a refreshing swim or unwinding.

Check Seafront Apartment Coral Coast out:

10 Best Budget Accommodations on the Coral Coast [2024]© Seafront Apartment Coral Coast

8. Shalini Garden Hotel & Apartments

Stay in the bustling hub of the Coral Coast, Sigatoka, at the Shalini Garden Hotel & Apartments. Offering self-contained accommodations, guests can really make use of the produce at the nearby markets to spruce up their own creations and save a ton of money on food! Choose between “Studio Rooms” for two people, “One-Bedroom Apartments” and “Two-Bedroom Apartments”. For more self-catering options, take a look at the 10 Best Self-Catering Accommodations on the Coral Coast.

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budget hotels coral coast© Shalini Garden Hotel & Apartments

10. Casablanca Hotel

Casablanca Hotel offers a traditional slice of paradise with its superb relaxation and leisure facilities, set within naturally landscaped gardens under the shade of native foliage. We recommend this hotel for its strategic location on the Sunset Strip, making it an ideal base for exploring the Coral Coast. With a nod to old-world charm with colonially inspired architecture, guests can choose from hotel rooms or beachfront bures, with easy access to a glorious beach across the road. The on-site pizza house, occasional kava ceremonies, and a swimming pool add to the appeal, creating a perfect blend of convenience, culture, and comfort for travellers.

10 Best Budget Accommodations on the Coral Coast [2024]© Casablanca Hotel

11. Dilo Tree Lodge

A great option when travelling around Viti Levu on a road trip, the Dilo Tree Lodge supplies neat double-bedroom villas overlooking their dilo tree garden. Located in Korotoga, the Dilo Tree Lodge is also home to a fantastic Korean Grill, so you know food is never too far away. The lodge also has free WiFi and parking.

-coral-coast-budget-hotels© Dilo Tree Lodge

More Budget Accommodations on the Coral Coast

That’s it for the best budget accommodations on the Coral Coast. For more Coral Coast insights, check out more of our trip-planning tips:

Finally, you might also want to check out the 10 Best Budget Resorts in Fiji. Plus, don’t forget to bookmark The Complete Budget & Backpacking Guide to Fiji. Trust us, there’s a lot of useful tips in there!

Author

Laura 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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