Fiji’s Best Family Resorts: 3-star & 4-star

Sunshine, beaches, coconuts and friendly locals… is there anything as relaxing as a family holiday to Fiji? If you are daydreaming about a getaway to this tropical wonderland, but are a little stressed about breaking the bank, read on to help you decide the best option for your family. From the perennial favourite Plantation Island Fiji to Mana Island, these are the best resorts in Fiji for families under 4 stars.

Fiji’s best 3 & 4-star resorts have giant inflatable waterparks, incredible kids’ clubs and oceanfront locations, some less than an hour from the airport.

1Plantation Island Resort
MALOLO LAILAI ISLAND

The best Fiji family resort, Plantation Island Resort offers three-star prices in a five-star location. The resort has spacious thatched-roof bungalows catering for families and groups of all sizes, and an expansive list of island activities. The Coconut Kids Club offers daily activities with a Fijian twist, while The Lairo Club has a roster of activities to keep the teens entertained. There is also a 24-hour nanny service, nine-hole golf course, seven kilometres of white sandy beach, two playgrounds, three pools, putt-putt golf, kayaking, surfing, snorkelling and pedalling around the island by ‘Bula Bike’. A holiday at the best resort in Fiji will have you living your best Fiji fantasy.

2The Naviti Resort
CORAL COAST

Fiji and families go together like sand and sea at the four-star, all-inclusive Naviti Resort on Fiji’s Coral Coast. The resort has a swimming pool, bar, tennis courts and a beach right on its doorstep, with water sports galore. Plus, there’s a day spa, fitness centre and golf course. Kids aged 5 to 12 will love the free club, with activities showcasing elements of Fijian culture. As an added bonus, kids 12 years and under stay and eat for free when sharing a room with their parents.

3Castaway Island
CASTAWAY ISLAND

Castaway Island Fiji is the perfect spot for a private island escape. The intimate island is surrounded by palm-dotted beaches and sapphire blue waters in the heart of the Mamanucas. Start your day by snorkelling and kayaking at the sheltered lagoon beach. Then pool-hop in the two freshwater pools. Kids can enjoy nature-based play and educational games at the kids’ club while parents can enjoy an island-style massage. Thatched Fijian-style family bures sleep up to 10 people make up the resorts four-star accommodation. Four restaurants and the kid-friendly buffet at Water’s Edge Restaurant makes dining a breeze at this fantastic Fiji resort.

4Nakelo Treasure Island Fiji
MAMANUCA ISLANDS

Enjoy a slice of Fijian paradise while your little ones are captivated by the activities on offer at Nakelo Treasure Island Fiji (formerly known as Treasure Island Resort). Children love The Little Treasures Kids’ Club, which includes Fijian cultural games, basket weaving and meke dance performances for parents. Then take time to discover the island’s wildlife and learn how to preserve the stunning surrounds of the Mamanuca Islands. The resort has many conservation projects to get involved in. Make sure you spend time for family activities on the water like kayaking and snorkelling. Nightly entertainment and a vast variety of dining options will keep you busy when the sun sets.

5Mana Island Resort & Spa
MAMANUCA ISLANDS

Whether you show off your hat- and basket-weaving skills, attend a traditional kava ceremony, or discover the treasures of the surrounding crystal-clear water, you and the kids are sure to keep busy at Mana Island Resort & Spa. Take your pick from four stunning beaches, two freshwater pools or a range of water activities and environment programs. Then the sun sets, treat yourself to a cocktail from one of the four bars. You can choose from a range of international and local cuisine with nightly entertainment. The stunning location and friendly staff make this four-star resort one of the best in Fiji

6Malolo Island Resort
MALOLO ISLAND

If you’re after an intimate, rustic resort that’s all about embracing culture in a way that will keep the kids entertained, you’ll love Malolo Island Resort. Spend your holiday snorkelling around the island’s coral reefs or using the free kayaks, catamarans, windsurfers and SUPs. Tia’s Treehouse is the ultimate kids’ club, giving little ones the opportunity to live like a local Malolo Islander. Activities include tapa (cloth) painting, snorkelling lessons and racing in traditional niu boats. For the big kids, there is a teenage lounge and a range of watersports for entertainment. And it’s great for large families, as the Family Bure can accommodate seven.

7Fiji Hideaway Resort & Spa
CORAL COAST

If you’re a family of surfers or have little grommets on your hands, the beachfront location of Fiji Hideaway Resort & Spa makes this resort one of the best in Fiji. The air-conditioned bures are just steps away from the white sandy beach. Partake in snorkelling, diving, fishing and trips on a glass-bottom boat. At The Hermit Crab Kids’ Club kids can go on treasure hunts, sandcastle building, water-slide rides and more.

8DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Hotel Fiji
SONAISALI ISLAND

At DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Hotel Fiji you can go from soaking up the sun in the lagoon-style pool overlooking the beach, then to swimming among tropical fish in the warm waters of the South Pacific. The Fijian family resort also offers a range of cultural experiences and sightseeing tours. And activities like horse riding, watersports and paintball. The free kids’ club runs daily and the resort has a set menu designed for children. Cribs, high chairs and babysitting service all allow you to holiday with ease.

9Koro Sun Resort & Rainforest Spa
CORAL COAST

You’ll find Koro Sun Resort & Rainforest Spa nestled within a 64-hectare sanctuary on the island of Vanua Levu, amid tropical rainforest and surrounded by impossibly clear waters. The Jungle Kids Club offers complimentary ‘Bula Buddies’ for four to 12 year olds while tots under three can hang out with a dedicated ‘Meimei’ nanny. The resort has a range of daily activities including rainforest hikes, an introduction to Fijian culture, traditional arts and crafts, tidal pool exploration, snorkelling for seven years and older, t-shirt painting, coconut-leaf weaving, and sand village construction. Parents aren’t forgotten, either. Enjoy a game of tennis, golf or volleyball, take a cooking or meke (Fijian dancing) class, go stand-up paddleboarding, mask-up and try diving, or indulge in the signature banana leaf body wrap at the Rainforest Spa. Your days will be filled with fun at one of the best resorts in Fiji.