Yasawa Island Resort

The island itself is absolutely stunning—peaceful, secluded, and perfect for a relaxing getaway. We genuinely enjoyed the natural beauty and tranquil atmosphere, which were definitely the highlights of our stay. The staff were friendly and welcoming, but there were several service issues that impacted our overall experience. We had scheduling and communication problems with a spa appointment, which was frustrating. After bringing it to the attention of the General Manager, she was very understanding and offered us a complimentary session, which we appreciated. It showed the team was trying, but staff training and consistency still need work. Our room was nice and spacious, and we initially looked forward to staying in a deluxe beachfront bure. However, we were disappointed to find that we couldn’t actually see the beach from our room due to thick bushes and trees blocking the view. In addition, there were quite a few bugs in the room, and the towels provided were old and stained, which really took away from the sense of luxury. Unfortunately, the food was another major letdown. The selection was very limited, and the freshness was questionable. Toward the end of our stay, both of us experienced digestion issues that we believe may have been related to the food. On our final night, the lobster served was not fresh, and the only replacement offered was a basic menu item—which felt disappointing and not in line with the level of service expected from a 4.5-star resort. We also booked a beach picnic lunch, which turned out to be a disaster. We were dropped off at a beach with visible trash and debris, and the “setup” was just two mats and a pillow placed off to the side. We voiced our concerns to the GM, who apologized and attempted to reschedule the experience. However, due to bad weather, we couldn’t do it another day. This brings us to a key point: most guests are only here for a short period, and weather is always a factor. So getting things right the first time is crucial—there’s often no second chance to make it up. The resort must be better prepared and more attentive from the outset, especially given the high price point and strong reputation it carries. Overall, while the island is beautiful and the staff tried to make things right, the resort needs to improve significantly in terms of food quality, room maintenance, staff training, and attention to detail to truly live up to its luxury branding.

The worst " Resort" in the world. Bad food, bad staff, bad rooms; bad drinks. Nothing pleasant to say. Communication via a walkie-talkie. No renovations as they claim. The day spa comes to you as there is not one.Would give 0 stars if could.Left early due to false and misleading advertising. Be very very careful. Travelled the world and stayed in better 1 star backpackers with better accommodation and food. They should be ashamed of themselves.

Everything about our trip has been exactly as promised. Relaxing, lovely staff and excellent service. Food and dining experience is outstanding and the Bure a lovely stay right on the beachfront. If it’s a relaxing recharge you are looking for then this is the resort for you.

My wife and I were looking for a honeymoon getaway via Costco Travel. Considering how far from home it is and the cost, we were a little hesitant about choosing Yasawa Island Resort. However, after 7 days of pure bliss, we now have a core memory of a place we previously only thought existed in dreams. Located in the heart of Fiji's archipelago, Yasawa Island Resort is nestled away from the hustle and bustle of the mainland. Arriving at the resort by charter plane was an experience on its own. On the way, you get to see how clear the turquoise waters are. How gorgeous the beach sands are. And just how many islands Fiji has to offer. A breathtaking backdrop that feels almost surreal. Prior to landing, we were already greeted by the stunning and lush greenery, inviting us to trust in nature. Even the airstrip itself is green. As soon as we landed, we were welcomed by song and Salusalu (Fijian Lei). After a bumpy but short van ride, we arrived at the resort itself. Once again, welcomed by song, but this time, to include the entire staff! All the while being handed a fresh coconut to drink and a vibe to soak in. This was the commitment stage. The promise to fully immerse ourselves in this. The promise to disconnect from our technology driven society and embrace the experience the resort has so carefully preserved and curated for the guests. The exceptional service provided by the staff is what truly sets Yasawa Island Resort apart. Every day, we felt genuine warmth and hospitality. The staff's attention to detail and commitment to ensuring our stay was perfect was evident in every interaction. Whether it was organizing a special excursion (daily private beach picnics), accommodating dietary preferences, or simply offering a friendly smile, the team at Yasawa Island Resort went above and beyond to make our stay unforgettable. And it was. We stayed in the Deluxe Beachfront Bure. To us, it was perfect. A beautiful living room, a comfortable bed, and an outside shower that’s simply to die for. Since there are no TVs or wifi in the rooms (the purpose is to disconnect from technology, remember?), we were falling asleep to the sounds of the ocean waves gracefully crashing onto the shore every night. We were fortunate enough to have a full moon one night, so we walked the beach, and it was breathtaking. The moonlight lit up everything around us and with the ocean right there, everything was a shade of blue. A sight I will never forget. We saw a few people in the reviews complaining about the food, so we didn’t know what to expect. Glad we didn’t listen. The food was incredible!!! You have breakfast, lunch, and dinner. For breakfast, you have a bunch of choices, with every day having a new ‘breakfast special’. For lunch and dinner, the chef gives you two options to choose from. Suffice to say, me thinking I was going to lose weight while on vacation was a complete pipe dream. Especially with that dessert always doing what it was supposed to do. The activiti

We spent 10 days at Yasawa in September 2024 and I have tried several times to write a review but honestly find myself at a loss for words to adequately describe our amazing experience. Some background…. I saw the original episode on HVTV Island Hunters almost 10 years ago and said to my husband “We have to go there!” Life got busy with raising children and caring for parents and then the world shut down and we pretty much decided the trip just was not going to happen. Our 4 adult children stepped in and told us we HAD to go because they had heard us talk about it so many times! Having said that we both wondered if Yasawa would live up to our dreams of it. We can say it lived up to and exceeded every expectation we had! Travel - the trip is long from the east coast of the US but so worth it! This is our first time using Costco travel but definitely won’t be our last! They did a phenomenal job! Pay attention to luggage weight restrictions! For the long layover in Nadi walk over to Gateway Fiji and enjoy good food and relax by the pool! The flight to Yasawa is quick and fabulous! The Resort - beautiful beyond words. Meticulously maintained. Updated furnishings. Comfortable beds. More than we could have imagined from the moment we landed and the staff singing upon our arrival to our first walk on the beach! The Bure was very large and private and beautiful! Meals were delicious and the food was fresh and plentiful. Activities were awesome! We had a private beach picnic almost every day and each beach was different and beautiful. We snorkeled, went to the caves, visited the village (and worshipped with them at church) and hiked! Starting each morning with an oceanfront couples massage was to die for. We made new friends and got to know the lovely staff and did not want to leave after 10 days. The Staff - Yasawa is amazing but it is the staff that makes it so special. They truly treat you like family! So kind and joyful. They will go above and beyond to make sure your experience is the BEST. A few examples: Paul answering allll my emails and questions and helping me plan a surprise vow renewal and birthday celebration for my husband… Dan making sure we got to go to Yawini Beach on our last morning as it had just re-opened…. We also really enjoyed meeting James McCann (the owner) and the time he spent with us sharing the history of Yasawa! The choir and cultural evening were so special! Honestly just the most lovely people! To wrap it up…. We said this was a “once in a lifetime trip”…. But after the first day we had already decided to return! Until next time..

Let me begin by saying the location is beautiful with wonderful beaches, although coming from the US the trip was a trial with a long wait on the mainland before the flight over to the resort. But, and it’s a big but , it fell far below our expectations in many other respects. We were put in Bure #2, a so called beachfront bure. It was a distance from the beach and you could only see the ocean when standing ( not sitting) on the deck. The bure was in very shabby condition; cracks and stains on the walls, dirt in the corners, inadequate A/C , broken shutters and screens. I have seen better toilet rooms in gas stations! We have stayed in other small Fijian resorts on outer islands and never been in such poor accommodation. We did not expect or want a chain style hotel with icy A/C but we did expect a clean , comfortable and pleasant room with the promised view. We did ask to be moved immediately but were told the resort was fully booked. ( An online search suggested there was another room available). We had our last 3 days in bure SubZero which was a huge improvement. It really is beachfront! This was the first boutique adult-only resort that also fell short in the restaurant. The breakfast has no buffet where you can choose what fruit or pastries you want. A fruit plate is brought to your table and had very little tropical fruits. I asked for papaya and only got it once in 9 days! The breakfast menu is the same every day except for a daily special. Lunch and dinner are a choice of two starters, three main courses and two desserts. Fish was often spoiled by too much salt. The seafood platter was good but we were told we could only have it once even for a 9 day stay. The lovo feast night on Tuesday was family style seating and again no buffet style food presentation. Our beach picnic on Yawini was lovely but did need to be booked ahead of time which is understandable. But, even the snorkeling trips had to be signed up for the night before. Unlike other places we’ve stayed these were not offered every day. Snorkeling off the resort beach was limited. The village visit seemed to be a means for the locals to sell their goods . We didn’t go to the school and hear any singing because the children had tests that day! Why not reschedule the visit? Sadly there was quite a bit of trash there and it was frankly boring sitting waiting for the bus to pick us up. As always the Fijian staff were wonderful but that could not compensate for the other failings of this expensive resort.