Oarsman's Bay Lodge

Hotels
9.4 (928 reviews)
P.O.BOX 11699 , Nacula Island , fj

Facilities

Health or beauty spa nearby
Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Family rooms
BBQ facilities
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Beautiful location
Friendly staff
Good amenities
Relaxing atmosphere
Cons:
Food variety could improve
Noise from neighboring property in the evenings

Categories

Cleanliness
9.31
Specific sentiment from text, or 'Standard quality for this hotel tier' if not mentioned.
Service
9.78
Staff were consistently described as friendly and helpful across multiple reviews.
Location
9.82
Beautiful location with stunning views and access to beach activities.
Room Quality
9.27
Room was spacious with a very comfortable bed and good amenities.
Amenities
9.3
Included free activities like snorkelling and paddle boarding, enhancing the experience.
Value for Money
9.26
Given the overall experience described, offers high value.
Food and Beverage
8.81
Some comments regarding food variety for fussy eaters, but overall considered good.
Overall Experience
9.68
Many reviews noted a relaxing and enjoyable stay, with enthusiasm for returning.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 02:39

Property Description

Welcome to Oarsmans Bay Lodge, your tranquil escape on Nacula Island.

Seaside Views and Comfortable Rooms: Each room offers a serene sea view and a cozy seating area for relaxation after a day of adventure.

Delightful Dining and Socializing: Indulge in delectable meals at the on-site restaurant and unwind with a refreshing drink at the bar or shared lounge.

Exciting Excursions and Activities: Dive into thrilling experiences with snorkeling, diving, and fishing trips available in the area.

Book your stay at Oarsmans Bay Lodge now for a memorable island getaway!

Important information:

The resort fee refers to a mandatory meal plan that includes breakfast, lunch and dinner.

The mandatory meal plan costs FJD 146 per day, per adult.

For further information, please contact the property in advance using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:30 AM
Airport code: NAN

Property Policies

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children are not allowed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.4
Based on 928 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.31
Service: 9.78
Location: 9.82
Room Quality: 9.27
Amenities: 9.3
Value for Money: 9.26
Food and Beverage: 8.81
Overall Experience: 9.68
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Sara solo_traveller nz
10
2026-04-25 via Nuitee
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Lennart solo_traveller de
8
2026-04-24 via Nuitee
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Melanie couple ch
9
Pros:

Sehr gute Preis-Leistung, sehr schöne Bure, viel Ruhe, sehr nettes Personal und ein sehr schöner Strand zum baden und schnorcheln und relaxen. Gutes Essen. Die schönsten und grössten Zimmer hier auf den Yasawas nach 3 Resort besuchen.

Cons:

Die Qualität der Ausflüge. Beim sunset cruise wird man ohne Getränke auf einer Insel abgeladen. Beim Village Ausflug hätte man mehr zeigen und machen können. Wir Frauen mussten uns 2x umziehen dafür bis es gepasst hat. Da wäre mehr Info sehr wünschenswert gewesen.

2026-04-19 via Nuitee
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Lorraine couple ca
10
Exceptional resort. Beautiful location, excellent accommodation, amazing staff.
Pros:

Great central area for meals and activities with great views of the ocean. Loved the Fijian dinner night-lots of yummy traditional dishes to try. The staff were so friendly, helpful and welcoming. Loved that each bure also had its own outdoor sitting area, chaise lounges and hammocks. All units are nicely spaced, offering lots of privacy and solitude. Bure was nicely furnished, beds very comfortable.

Cons:

Nothing.

2026-04-18 via Nuitee
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Gal solo_traveller us
10
Amazing
Pros:

Staff were amazing, food was great, the beach and views are incredible.
The bed was very clean, I spent 4 days and I could stay more. If I’ll ever back in Fiji it’ll be just for the Oarsman!
Thank you guys for everything. You got into my heart

Cons:

Nothing

2026-04-17 via Nuitee
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Xenon couple us
10
2026-04-17 via Nuitee
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Maria solo_traveller us
10
I will definitely be back
Pros:

This place was pure magic. I literally cried when I left. I give it my highest recommendation, the staff facilities, and the food.

2026-04-10 via Nuitee
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Adam couple ca
10
A Fijian Paradise
Pros:

We spent a week here as part of a bigger trip and it was one of the most enjoyable vacations we have ever had. First, it was a fantastic location. It’s about a four and a half hour ferry ride from Port Denarau so you are well away from the day-tripper crowds. As another guest said, “it was so far away from the outside world that we felt like we were on a deserted island”. The bures and the lodge are right on the ocean so the beach is just steps away. Secondly, it was adults only with a capacity of about 37 guests so there was a nice tranquil atmosphere with a community feel and the opportunity to make new friends. Thirdly, there was a nice balance of activities. You could snorkel right off the beach in crystal clear water, and there were a variety of water excursions available. On several nights, there was some sort of activity at the lodge which had a side benefit of getting the guests to mingle. We particularly enjoyed the crab racing. Fourthly, the staff were very warm and welcoming throughout our entire stay and bent over backwards to make our stay enjoyable. Particular thanks to Josh who kept a keen eye on me when I took a snorkelling excursion. Finally, the food was extremely high quality. Breakfast was a buffet and given the remoteness of the location, it was primarily fish and chicken at lunch and dinner however there was considerable variety in the way dishes were served.

Cons:

As a wine lover, I was a little bit disappointed that the two red wines available by the glass were both pinot noir, which I don’t like, and the white wines by the glass were limited to chardonnay and sauvignon blanc. Slightly more variety would be good.

2026-04-09 via Nuitee
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Herve solo_traveller nc
8
Paisible
Pros:

J’ai adoré le site et la construction du lodge

2026-04-06 via Nuitee
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GEORGIA 28 solo_traveller de
9
Bester Aufenthalt ever!
Pros:

Die Bungalows ab No. 11 sind wunderbar. Lage und Ruhe und die ganze Anlage fantastisch. Strand herrlich. Alle Mitarbeiter suuuuper freundlich und zugewandt. Sehr guter Service. Alles persönlich!!!

Cons:

Einziges Manko: Das Essen. Frühstück immer !!! Rührei, Eier, Toast, Bohnen, gedünstetes Gemüse und irgendein kleines Gebäck meist mit Blätterteig. Mittags Hähnchenfleisch -oft trocken- oder Fisch - manchmal nicht durchgekocht-. Portionen sehr klein..
Abends eine Tütensuppe, Nachtisch oft ein Kuchen, Top meist mit viel Gelantine angemacht. Da müsste bei dem Preis dringend nachgebessert werden.

2026-04-04 via Nuitee
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Rachel couple ie
10
2026-04-01 via Nuitee
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Annemarija solo_traveller us
4
Having spent a night at the Blue Lagoon prior to Oarsman’s lodge, I was especially disappointed. I was hoping to get a p
Pros:

Peaceful, next to the ocean

Cons:

The staff, the facilities, value for money, cleanliness

2026-03-30 via Nuitee
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Steve solo_traveller gb
10
2026-03-28 via Nuitee
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Steve solo_traveller gb
10
My favourite place to visit in the Yasawa group of islands in Fiji.
Pros:

Excellent, modern resort in beautiful location. Very comfortable. All staff and guests seemed very friendly and welcoming

Cons:

Nothing

2026-03-25 via Nuitee
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Negar solo_traveller au
10
Awesome and relaxed
Pros:

The staff were incredible!
Super chill and nice location

2026-03-21 via Nuitee
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Dr John Jones solo_traveller gb
10
Location, people, atmosphere
Pros:

Location, people, atmosphere

Oarsman's Bay has it all. Situated far enough north in the Yasawas to be well away from the day-tripper crowds, it offers a genuinely relaxed, authentic Fijian experience. The adults-only policy is the icing on the cake, who wants screaming, running and unwanted disturbances. Just pure, unadulterated bliss.

The activities on offer provide exactly the right balance, always available, never pushed. Free use of SUPs, Kayaks and snorkelling kit means you can simply grab what you need and head out at your own pace; the reef more than rewards the effort. But the highlight for me was the caving excursion, an absolute must-do. Brilliant from start to finish, and the kind of experience you won't find at the more resort-heavy spots further south.

Beyond that, the daily activities list has something for everyone, basket weaving, bonfires on the beach under a sky full of stars capture everything that makes Fiji special. There are also trips for evening sunsets on a remote island.

The staff are warm and welcoming, making you feel like a guest rather than a customer.
If you're looking for an escape that feels authentically Fijian, unhurried, and genuinely restorative — Oarsman's Bay delivers on every count.

Cons:

Nothing not to like

2026-03-15 via Nuitee
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Florian couple de
10
Pros:

Wunderschön gelegene Anlage mit traumhafter Atmosphäre. Wir hatten ein kleines Häuschen mit direktem Strandzugang, hinter dem sich ein kleiner Hügel erhebt – besonders die Sonnenuntergänge dort sind beeindruckend. Die gesamte Anlage ist mit sehr viel Liebe zum Detail gestaltet und auffallend gut gepflegt. Unser Zimmer bzw. Häuschen war groß, sauber und sehr komfortabel. Das Personal war super freundlich und sehr bemüht! Auch das Essen war super:) Insgesamt ein wirklich wunderschöner Aufenthalt, den wir sehr empfehlen können.

2026-03-10 via Nuitee
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Mia Sofie couple de
10
Traumhaft
Pros:

Alles.

2026-03-07 via Nuitee
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Roisin couple gb
10
Paradise
Pros:

Everything! The staff absolutely made our experience unforgettable though and are a credit to this place! From the second you arrive nothing is too much trouble and you definitely feel like family by the time you’re leaving.. we can’t wait to return!

Cons:

Having to leave!

2026-03-07 via Nuitee
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Julia solo_traveller at
10
Traumhaft
Pros:

Die ganze Unterkunft ist einfach wunderbar. Das Personal ist überaus aufmerksam, hilfsbereit bemüht sich sehr um das Wohl der Gäste. Das Zimmer ist wunderschön und sehr sauber. Das Essen ist übertragend und sehr schmackhaft. Der Strand ist auch sehr schön und zum schnorcheln auch sehr gut geeignet. Ich empfehle jeden, dorthin zu kommen. Ein Paradies auf den Fiji

2026-02-28 via Nuitee