Many people think affordable places to stay in Fiji are next to impossible to find. There’s something for everyone in the dozen we recommend!
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We began traveling full time more than three years ago with a 2-month house sit in Fiji. Since then, we’ve returned twice for similar length stays. The perfect logistical jumping off point from our former base on Kaua’i, and the perfect place to relax and regroup from intense travel, this South Pacific island nation epitomizes paradise in many people’s minds. And, while it’s true that most of the time we’ve incurred zero accommodation costs due to house sitting, we’ve also discovered affordable places to stay in Fiji.
When people learn we’ve spent a lengthy amount of time in Fiji, many react by saying “Must be nice!” The implication is that Fiji is a very expensive destination which only rich people, which we’re certainly not, can afford. And yes, it can be, with any number of uber-luxurious resorts to empty your wallet. But did you know that at one of many affordable places to stay in Fiji you can spend a night in a lush tropical setting, with an ocean view and comfortable amenities? And would you believe you’d be paying about the same price as you’d pay for a branded hotel at an interstate cloverleaf on the U.S. mainland? Check our recommendations out!
Wailoaloa Beach looking towards Denarau Marina
In Nadi along Wailoaloa Beach
Wailoaloa is a half-mile stretch of beach in northern Nadi, a quick ride from the International Airport. This area is popular with travelers who plan to visit other parts of Fiji. They’ll take a room for a day or two and then catch their inter-island flight. Others stay their entire vacation here. It’s a lovely flat beach, great for strolling and swimming. Just off-shore, “yachties” anchor for shore leave, get provisions, and head to happy hour.
Travellers Beach
Reviews of Travellers Beach Resort
A lively, younger vibe with small swimming pool on the beach, unlimited free WiFi. Restaurant/cafe/bar is a great option for happy hour. Private with ensuite rooms and single beds in a dormitory room with shared bathroom options.
Reviews of Aquarius on the Beach
A small, simple, affordable hotel with a dozen rooms on the beach. Restaurant gets high marks. Easy transport to town and airport. A great place to stay if you’re headed to the Yasawas or in transit from Viti Levu to Vanua Levu.
Sunset Happy Hour at Travellers Beach
Reviews for the Tropic of Capricorn
Under previous owners, an ocean view room at Tropic of Capricorn was our first introduction to Fiji. Refreshing outdoor pool and views out to Mamanuca and Denarau Islands. Free pickup and transfer to Nadi International Airport. Air conditioned rooms, poolside bar. Budget double room from $38, Standard double balcony view $42, Double with ocean view $59, Ocean view Suite $70, Bed in 8-bed Mixed Dormitory $9
Reviews for Smugglers Cove Beach Resort
Outdoor pool and deck, nightly entertainment including tahitian hula and fire dancing shows. Dive shop offers packages and trips for all levels of experience. Free try scuba in the pool. Surf shop has clothing, paddle board hire. On-site spa. Self-service laundry. Continental breakfast included. Good restaurant fare. Single Bed in Co-ed Dorm Room $18, Single Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dorm $32, Bunk Bed in 16 Bed Female Dorm Room $32, Deluxe Premium Room $115, Oceanfront Room with Balcony $138
Reviews for Oasis Palms
Set away from the beach in its own self-contained little world, Oasis Palms features balcony rooms, each with pool view, air con, and complimentary continental buffet breakfast. For lunch and dinner, on site Mamasake Restaurant features Asian-style tapas and excellent sushi. We’ve stayed here a couple of times and the service is impeccable. Double Room with Pool View $103 for 2, Bungalow with mountain view for 2 $70.
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- Oasis Palms Pool
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- Poolside at Oasis Palms
Adjacent to Nadi International Airport
Reviews of Raffles Gateway
Across the street from Nadi International, but still with a secluded, vintage feel and very little noise with ice cold air con. Rooms have been refurbished; site facilities include 2 restaurants, a bar and double swimming pools. Great for a rest prior to transferring to other islands or elsewhere on Viti Levu, or ahead of an international flight. Each time we have stayed here, we’ve received an unexpected, complimentary suite upgrade.
Reviews of Tokatoka Resort
A long-standing tradition for folks in transit – the hotel is literally across the street from Nadi Airport but feels like a world away – or for extended stay visitors. Spacious rooms, atmospheric pool area, resort-style layout. Part of the Warwick Group of Hotels and Resorts.
On the Coral Coast between Nadi and Suva on Viti Levu
About an hour south of Nadi along the Ocean Road just past Sigatoka, the Coral Coast bridges an insulated experience one might find at high-end resorts with the “real Fiji.” Dotted with villages along its stretch of sandy beaches which are protected from the open ocean by a large, shallow reef, the Coral Coast is home to the Sigatoka Sand Dunes National Park and the Kula Eco Park, which showcases South Pacific ecosystems.
Sunset Beach in Korotogo, Coral Coast
We recommend these two favorites along the Sunset Strip in Korotogo (about 10 minutes outside Sigatoka). Both are mere steps from the beach along the quiet shoreline road. It’s a quick trip into town for shopping by cab (about $10FJD/$5USD) or simply flag a local bus down from the roadside for a more authentic experience ($1FJD/.50USD):
Reviews of the Bedarra Beach Inn
Breakfast, lunch and dinner menu at the onsite restaurant and bar with live Fijian music overlooking tropical pool and ocean vistas. Daily happy hour from 5 to 6 is announced by local drumming. Standard double rooms with air con, deluxe balcony rooms, Superior King with Lagoon and Garden views.
Reviews of the Crows Nest Resort
Under new owners/management, this property has been spruced up and redesigned to take advantage of its hillside setting. We stay very close by and have visited the restaurant many times. Pete recommends the “Mixed Seafood Grill.” Large pool with deckside bar and restaurant. Split-level suites with ocean view for 2 or 4, deluxe villa with ocean for 2 or 4, pool-side Quarter Deck Bar and Restaurant.
Crows Nest overlooking the reef and the ocean’s edge
In Savusavu on Vanua Levu
While most of our time in Fiji has been spent on its largest island, Viti Levu, we’ve also visited the second largest, Vanua Levu. Savusavu is a paradise within a paradise, long a favorite with sailors for its deepwater moorage. A quick flight on a prop plane from Nadi or Suva, Savusavu’s airport runway shares a narrow valley with grazing cows and the Hibiscus Highway. In town, you’ll find shopping, a variety of dining experiences and lots of laid-back local color.
Taken on the Hibiscus Highway
Reviews of the Savusavu Hot Springs Hotel
In the heart of Savusavu, next to the Thermal Hot Springs. Overlooks Savusavu Bay. With open-air Mahi Bar and Takia Restaurant serving Fijian cuisine. Double air conditioned rooms with ensuite bath and ocean view.
Reviews of the Daku Resort
On a former coconut plantation, Daku offers traditional Fijian cottage and villas with views of Savusavu Bay. Certain units have full kitchen and private pool Yoga classes, massage services and dive excursions are available. Full restaurant on site. Options: three-bedroom cottage,, two-bedroom villa with private pool, four-bedroom cottage with pool view.
Reviews for the Korovesi Sunshine Villas
Spectacularly sited on 2 acres of mountainside tropical gardens outside of Savusavu, Korovesi Sunshine villas feature a secluded outdoor pool, smoking fast WiFi (the owner is German and would accept no less than perfect internet access), and free airport transfers. While it’s a walkable distance to town, you may prefer to arrange for their driver to taxi you up and down the steep hillside to this property. Each unit has a full kitchen, with laundry pickup and delivery.
Pete loved “working” out here
If you’ve been yearning for a visit to the South Pacific, your dollar will go far in Fiji. You’ll find transportation and food costs to be very reasonable around these affordable places to stay in Fiji. This has long been an open secret with Australians and New Zealanders, but more and more, Americans are starting to show up. Why not have it be you?
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Fiji is on my list of places to visit next year so this is very helpful. I like the look of the Sunshine Villas with that wonderful garden.
Hi Karen – The Sunshine Villas were just spectacular. We stayed in the lower apartment and it was like having a private pool with that spectacular view.
What fantastic spots to relax and enjoy at affordable prices, I haven’t been to Fiji but would love to visit some day.
Hi Noel – It’s a fairly quick flight from Honolulu! You two should plan a getaway! 🙂
I think like a lot of people we would like to visit Fiji but think it’s too expensive. Your post was VERY helpful and I’ve book marked it for that “future” trip I hope to take. Thanks for all the research you did!
Hi Janice – Yes, we wanted to try to put the misconceptions to rest. We love it when we can do in-person research like this! 😉
I love Fiji. What a great list of affordable lodgings! I didn’t know they existed.
Hi Carole – There are plenty more! We just haven’t been to them yet. 😉
Great ideas to visit Fiji without breaking the bank, but love the idea of house sitting for a longer stay. Thanks!
Hi Gypsynesters – Yes, we are delighted to be back a third time with our favorite Dobermans here. House sitting is a marvelous way to stay longer in this wonderful paradise.
I just adore you blog. I can’t remember how I came across it, but you have some of the best advice and content out there. Fiji was kind of in that “someday” column, but this post has me moving it to the “This Year” column. Thank you! It can’t be easy putting this blog together consistently, but we appreciate it.
Hi Shannon – Thank you so very much for your kind words. We really appreciate them and you! How exciting you’ll visit Fiji this year! Bula!
Looks like paradise! And a lot more affordable than I imagined Fiji to be. I’ll try to book a stopover next time we visit family in New Zealand.
Hi Shelley – That’s a great strategy to break up a very long flight path. 🙂
Betsey, This is the best post. You have just saved me so much work! Not that I have any immediate plans to go to FIJI…but at least I am prepared now to find affordable lodging. Thanks…PS. Peter looks thrilled to be on camera…
The Sushi looked amazing. Was it as good as it looked?
Hi Vicki – Yes, I caught him by surprise! His mouth was full, perhaps?! hahaha Yes, delicious. We ate it all.
This is a great guide to staying in Fiji with so many different options. Fiji is on my bucket list so I’ll bookmark this page!
Hi Irene – You’ll love it here. Bula!
I don’t know if I will ever get to Fiji but I’ve saved this just in case. All the places look beautiful.
Hi Donna – Never say never! 🙂
Hey Betsy,
Amazing post written, loved the climate at the Savusavu Hot Springs Hotel, really lovely (kiss)
All I heard was that Fiji to be a expensive destination, but nice you got this picture (post), with different places that even we can imagine it off visiting .
Thank you
Hi Neha – Glad you enjoyed it. Savusavu was hit hard by the recent Cyclone Winston. If you consider a visit later this year, your tourist dollars will help support the recovery.
Oh my my my who knew Fiji could be affordable! You have my brain whirling with getaways ideas, thanks for the inspiration!
Hi Nat – Glad we could inspire you! Fiji is a wonderful getaway destination.
There are so many affordable options to stay these days. Great post highlighting how affordable Fiji is.
Hi Paula – Yes, Fiji is very affordable, and I suspect about to become even more so.
Must be nice to spend over 2 months at a time in a tropical place like Fiji! And you’ve hunted out some great affordable finds – that look very appealing too :-).
Hi Janice – We are not complaining! And we’d love it for others to experience the magic of Fiji, too.
I’ve long wanted to go to Fiji but thought it was out of our price range! You’ve proved its possible to visit even on a budget. I’m pinning this to my must-do list
Hi Michele – It was our hope that readers would conclude exactly what you have from this post. Thanks!
They all look really nice actually but if I had to pick one it’d be the Crows Nest.
Hi Hung Thai – The Crows Nest is a great choice. The views over the reef are amazing and the remodel is beautiful. The new freestanding villas for 2 are absolutely gorgeous.
Fiji is a country that I would not have thought of for long term stay but I can see why you go there. We’ve been quite a few times especially when our girls were young….It’s an easy trip from Australia and the Fijians are fabulous with children!enjoy your stay!
Hi Jenny – Yes, to all you’ve said. We just love it.
Someday I’ll go to Fiji for sure! I’ve found that the same is true in many places: a reputation for being expensive doesn’t actually turn out to be true. I got lots of comments before I went to Japan, for example, about how expensive it would be, but I managed quite well on a very tight budget!
Hi Rachel – In so many cases it’s easy to disprove the notion that a place is expensive. Just a little bit of extra effort and a willingness to go off the path a bit and voila! An affordable visit.
Love this! Fiji is a place we would love to visit one day.
Hi Michelle – We never dreamed we’d ever visit Fiji, but now it just might be our favorite place on earth.
I was really stunned when reading the article,
Its just Wow for me. 😉
Really din’t expect that we can have this kinda off environment in Fiji where one can travel in this kinda off budget, really thank you Betsy for posting the info regarding Fiji.
Hi Rinki – You’re so welcome! I hope you will visit Fiji! 🙂
Great work !! You have created a very helpful post. You had a hard work to arrange these lists. We are thankful to you.
Very inspiring writing. I want to go there. I was thinking that may be Fiji is a expensive country. But your research make my dream come true. How long will you be there at Fiji?