With our close proximity to the Fijian islands, many Australians have experienced for themselves the tropical wonderland and generous hospitality it is renowned for themselves. If not, read our top 10 Fiji resorts for families over four stars to help you plan your incredible adventure.
With our close proximity to the Fijian islands, many Australians have experienced for themselves the tropical wonderland and generous hospitality it is renowned for themselves. If not, read our top 10 Fiji resorts for families over four stars to help you plan your incredible adventure.
Escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and unwind with the family among lush rainforests and Insta-worthy sunsets. Become immersed in all that Outrigger Fiji Beach Resort has to offer with daily cultural activities and weekly fire walking shows. Make a splash with complimentary kayaks, snorkelling gear and paddle boards or, for a change of pace, indulge in the Bebe Spa. Little ones can head to the Little Riggers and Beach Riggers kids’ clubs, while spear-making, Bebe Hill hikes, Tavuni Hill Fort tours and adventures to the Sigatoka Sand Dunes will keep teens busy. A Meimei nanny service is also available for children aged six months to 12 years.
Situated among four hectares of rainforest, cascading waterfalls and its very own private beach, Radisson BLU Resort Fiji Denarau Island offers the ultimate island escape for families. A water lover’s dream, you’ll be spoilt for choice with the resort boasting four climate-controlled pools. Kids can continue the action at the kids’ club, while the parents relax with a massage at the on-site spa. For the ultimate family adventure, the hotel can organise a diving adventure at Malolo Barrier Reef or a day out with Sigatoka River Safari. After a day exploring the island, your tuckered-out tots can relax in the spacious suites with a selection of free movies.
Whether you’re a thrill-seeking family with a need for speed or a more tranquil tribe, Shangri-La’s Fijian Resort and Spa delivers. Located on the private Yanuca Island, the resort boasts three pools, a private beach, three tennis courts, six restaurants and cafes, three bars and a volleyball court and golf course. You’ll have a hard time dragging the kids out of the water with activities including snorkelling, jet skiing, kayaking and even an inflatable water park. Parents can steal some time for serenity with a pampering session at CHI, The Spa, while the kids continue the fun at the Little Chief’s Club.
As if white sand beaches and crystal-clear waters weren’t already enough to book your family on the next plane, Warwick Fiji is also home to some of the highest-rated restaurants in Fiji as well a range of thrilling water sports. The complimentary kids’ club caters for those aged three to 12: younger ones can enjoy feeding fish, hunting for treasure and building sandcastles, while older kids can test their balance with stand-up paddleboarding and kayaking. There are three sessions a day, including one in the evening, allowing you to sneak off and enjoy a sundowner in one of the pool bars.
Ready your swimsuits and prepare yourself for lagoon-style pools, superb ocean views and a range of water sports from jet-skiing to sailing with a stay at Sheraton Fiji Resort. A kids’ club and babysitting services are available, and the convenient location of the resort means you can hit up some of the popular local attractions including Port Denarau Marina, the Garden of the Sleeping Giant and Sri Siva Subramaniya Temple.
The kids can play in one of six beachside interactive spaces while you relax and rejuvenate at So SPA during your stay at Sofitel Fiji Resort & Spa. The Niu Dia Club for kids includes a Wet & Wild and Splash & Play, an artist in Residence, chill zone, Simple Pleasures and Islander Cabana as well as a climbing wall and trampoline area right on the beach. The dedicated family rooms have a private balcony and include a separate children’s room with bunk beds.
Up-and-coming golf champions can enjoy the championship beachfront golf course while budding marine biologists can snorkel or dive their way through the turquoise waters at InterContinental Fiji Golf Resort & Spa. The Planet Trekkers kids’ club is divided into two age groups from four to seven and eight to 12, and offers a range of activities. Head to Sanasana Restaurant after a big day of activities and enjoy one of their themed buffet dinners.
A stay at Fiji Marriott Resort Momi Bay means you can wake up to shimmering blue waters from an oceanfront bure and relax the day away by the sheltered lagoon beaches, all just minutes from world-class diving and surfing spots. After a day spent enjoying the spa while the kids play at the Turtles Kids’ Club, you can enjoy a family dinner of freshly-caught seafood at Fish Bar or indulge in a poolside pizza at Lagoon House & Bar.
Located on over 12 hectares of private oceanfront property, The Westin Denarau Island Resort & Spa offers a relaxing retreat no matter what style of holiday you like. For those who love to pack in as much as they can, there’s a range of water activities as well as an on-site championship golf course. For families hoping to adopt a slower pace, relax by one of the resort’s swimming pools. What’s more, there is a complimentary kids’ club as well as a range of dining options to keep the whole family happy.
Mere steps from the white-sand beach and turquoise waters, Wyndham Resort Denarau Island is the perfect choice for those who want a fun-filled family holiday with a splash of romance. Amenities include a lagoon-style outdoor pool with swim-up bar, outdoor spa, fitness centre, kids’ club, an on-site market seeling groceries and delicious dining options – including a Mexican restaurant the kids will adore. The roomy condominium-style accommodations are generous on the space, so everyone can have a little bit of privacy, and feature a fully equipped kitchen, a sitting area with flat screen HDTV and a terrace with magnificent views.
Set on two private islands with 28 villas and four luxury holiday residences, VOMO will keep the whole family entertained while providing time to relax and unwind. Dive right in to the complimentary water sports with stand-up paddleboarding, kayaking, sailing and windsurfing, or head on a snorkel safari. At the Kids Village, daily activities such as Fijian drumming lessons and Meke dance classes await. VOMO also offers a baby butler service for children of any age. While the little ones are busy, parents can sneak off for a private champagne picnic on Vomo Lailai, VOMO’s sister island, or enjoy a cocktail in the infinity pool at the adults-only Rocks Bar.
Jean-Michel Cousteau Resort Fiji provides privacy in paradise with 25 separate bures set along secluded white sands. Their Bula Club features small-group activities with a focus on fun, exploration and education for kids aged six to 12, while every child under five is assigned a designated nanny. With a family pool and water slide, tennis court, table tennis, giant chess, zipline and trampoline, parents will be envious of all the fun their kids are having. A beachside massage or a dip in the Serenity Pool should rid the green-eyed monster though. Clear at least one day in your schedule to explore the crystal-clear waters with the resident marine biologist and naturalist.
Treat yourself to turquoise waters and tropical serenity in one of just 24 pool villas at Six Senses Fiji. With your own GEM (Guest Experience Maker), you can tailor your holiday to your liking, from a morning spent under the sea to an afternoon soaring the skies on a scenic helicopter flight. The Grow with Six Senses program allows little ones to get up close and personal with nature and engage in sustainable practices as they make solar ovens, plant trees and weave bracelets. This mindful approach is a mantra adopted in all aspects of the resort; Six Senses Fiji is 100-per-cent solar powered and focuses on local community development.
It’s a tremendous achievement to have your property recognised by the people who matter most: the families who stay there. We love seeing how many wonderful options there are for travellers with kids in tow all across the world, and every year the list is expanding.
As you can probably imagine, it’s a massive job to compile the Top 10 each year, and the Holidays with Kids team has been hard at work for the last few months compiling all the survey responses and sorting them into categories.
Holidays with Kids was the first travel magazine in Australia to do readers’ choice awards all the way back in 2001, our editors are pretty much certified experts in this field.
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