6 best hotels in Nadi for your Fiji holiday
Once a staging post for the Nadi International Airport, Nadi and its surrounds is now brimming with luxury hotels perfect for a night or two before you hit the islands or Coral Coast.
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Aside from the convenient location near Nadi Airport, the hotels in Nadi and nearby Denarau blend five star facilities with proximity to the Sabeto Hot Springs and Mud Pool, the Garden Of the Sleeping Giant and the Fiji Culture Village.
Sofitel Fiji Resort & Spa
A leading light when it comes to Nadi hotels, it blends French flair with Fijian culture.
Why we love it: Just 13 kilometres from the airport, it sits on a prime beachfront stretch of Denarau Island.
What to consider: this is very much a family hotel with the Niu Kids Club a standout.
What features does the Sofitel Fiji Resort and Spa have?
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An adults only beach club to escape the kids.
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Five restaurants from French cafe to Vietnamese
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A cracking water slide for the kids and bars for the grown ups.
What you need to know
Sofitel is owned by Accor and its loyalty program offers 25 per cent off your stay for stay for two nights or more on select dates.
Sheraton Denarau Villas
Like it says on the tin, there are two and three bedroom villas with private balcony so you feel like you're living in a home rather than a hotel room.
Why we love it: It's super close to the Big Bula Waterpark, the Sleeping Giant mountain range, Denarau Marina for island day trips and the Denarau Golf and Racquet Club. That's a properly good location.
What to consider: You have access to all the facilities of the adjacent Sheraton Fiji Resort and The Westin Denarau Island. The former offers entertainment at night such as fire dances.
What features does the Sheraton Denarau Villas have?
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A stunning lagoon pool that winds its way through the property.
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Two restaurants and two bars.
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Tennis court and onsite stores.
What you need to know:
A fly and flop at a super chilled property? Look no further.
Fiji Marriott Resort Momi Bay
This 100 per cent Fijian owned resort has a garland of private beaches and is a 45 minute drive from the airport on the western coast of Viti Levu.
Why we love it: the super friendly staff and amazing overwater bungalows.
What to consider: because of where it's located, you're not wandering outside of the property for restaurants and day spas. It is its own ecosystem.
What features does Fiji Marriott Resort Momi Bay have:
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The highly rated Quan day spa.
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Several restaurants and a very good breakfast.
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Premium rooms that feel more like apartments.
What to know: The Turtles Kids Clubs consistently rates highly with travellers and there are eco programs such as mangrove planting and coral farming.
Ramada Suites by Wyndham Wailoaloa Beach Fiji
A budget stayer among Nadi hotels with a great location by the ocean. And relax.
Why we love it: top notch sunset views that put many other - more expensive - resorts to shame.
What to consider: because this is more of a wallet-friendly option, it doesn't quite have all the luxe touch of some other resorts in the area.
What features does Ramada Suites by Wyndham Wailoaloa Beach Fiji have?
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An onsite restaurant, spa and pool are the main amenities.
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Beach bar with ocean views.
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Accommodation options including two bedroom beachfront suites, one bedroom beachfront suites and studios.
What to know: The Wyndham Rewards program allows you to book now and pay later.
Radisson Blu Resort
As with many of the best Nadi(ish) properties, this Denarau Island classic has four climate controlled lagoon pools.
Why we love it: it feels like the Fiji resorts you might have gone to as a kid with helpful staff and low-key island vibes.
What to consider: while there is a kids club you will have to wander a little further afield to get your water sports fix.
What features does the Radisson Blu Resort have?
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Eight dining options.
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An onsite spa.
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Nine room variations from standard garden view to two bedroom lagoon suites.
What to know:
The Radisson loyalty program can save you up to 35 per cent with early bookings and its sites automatically picks the lowest price available.
Hilton Fiji Beach Resort & Spa
One of local heavy hitters with the island's longest beachfront and facilities for the whole family.
Why we love it: the complimentary kids club is a winning touch.
What to consider: we couldn't really find a negative here - no notes.
What features does Hilton Fiji Beach Resort & Spa have:
- Nine pools!
- Dedicated adults only zones and private cabana dining.
- Nightly entertainment.
What to know: the torch lighting ceremony every evening never fails to dazzle and there are four restaurants to choose from.
Can you take local buses on Fiji?
Absolutely. They are a cheap, safe and effective way to get around. You will need an eTransport card though.
Where are the best shops in Fiji?
If you want to explore your retail options, check out Port Denarau Shopping Centre, Nadi town and downtown Sigatoka. All are great places to take advantage of the favourable exchange rate.
Do hotels in Nadi offer free airport transfers?
Well, they offer airport transfers but these are generally an add on fee. Fiji taxis - the cheaper LT variety - can get you from the airport to Denarau, for around A$13. The slightly more upmarket LH category will cost you a maximum of around A$30.
How far is Denarau Island from Nadi International Airport?
It's just a touch under 14 kilometres and guests are advised that the journey will take half an hour depending on traffic.
Originally published as 6 best hotels in Nadi for your Fiji holiday
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