Oarsman's Bay Lodge

Hotels
9.4 (1011 reviews)
P.O.BOX 11699 , Nacula Island , fj

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Heating
Family rooms
Garden
Hiking
Laundry
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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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

9.4
Based on 1011 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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Alessandra couple it
10
2026-08-16 via Nuitee
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Francesco Giulio solo_traveller it
10
Perfect!
Pros:

Everything was absolutely perfect. The warm welcoming of the staff, the attention to details. The cleaningless of the room and all spaces. Very comfortable seating area in front of the wonderful beach. The food was absolutely delicious. Plenty of activities to choose from, I went for the village visit and it was a great experience. The other people in the dorm were very friendly too :) and it was nice to have a common table.
The room was very comfortable, maybe the best dorm I have experienced. The beds are not bunked and they all have a bit of privacy,it almost seems like to be in your own room.
I stayed only one night but I really wish I would have spent more time here and wish to come back one day!

2026-08-15 via Nuitee
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Anika couple au
9
2026-08-14 via Nuitee
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Caitlin couple au
10
Overall great place with so many good things. Loved it!!
Pros:

Variety of accommodation options, many seating areas, sunset viewing area, great hikes to participate in but would highly recommend great footwear as the dirt makes it a little slippery, the staff were so lovely, great food available, a lot of activities to participate in, beautiful reefs and the most blue water. Great massages!

Cons:

NA

2026-08-14 via Nuitee
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Anna couple au
10
Paradise 🩵
Pros:

Beautiful & comfortable

Cons:

Divine space

2026-08-13 via Nuitee
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Lynley couple nz
10
Very relaxing and peaceful. Great people
Pros:

A family feel to the place. Everyone was happy and friendly and got to know our names.

2026-08-12 via Nuitee
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Rodrigo Longo couple au
8
Good place but need serve a better portion of food in all meals .
Pros:

Location and room

Cons:

Small portion of food at compulsory meal plan

2026-08-11 via Nuitee
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Christian couple ch
10
2026-08-10 via Nuitee
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Emily couple au
10
The BEST resort in Fiji for couples and groups of friends, thanks to the friendliest staff and range of activities.
Pros:

I cannot fault my stay at Oarsman’s Bay Lodge. I felt like a member of the family the moment I got off the boat and was led to reception. The bure was clean and comfortable, the shower pressure was amazing, and the surrounds were stunning (beach chairs and lounges, footpath to main reception). The staff were so kind, funny, informative, and went above and beyond to make sure we could participate in any activity we wanted. I would recommend night fishing, reef hoping, an island hike, and a visit to the nearby village and school which was my highlight. The beach bonfire night was another highlight. The food was delicious and so fresh, coming straight from the garden behind our bure. We met so many people from around the globe and I think the resort being 18+ really helps with making quality connections with others.

Cons:

Wifi connection was a little weak.

2026-08-08 via Nuitee
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Sophie couple au
7
A good stay
Pros:

Staff were great, the facilities good and room comfortable

Cons:

More sun beds on the beach would have been nice

2026-08-08 via Nuitee
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Mariela couple es
10
El paraiso!
Pros:

Lugar salido de nuestros mejores sueños. Tanto las habitaciones como el trato de todos es excepcional, y el entorno algo único. No lo olvidaremos!

2026-08-07 via Nuitee
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Stuart solo_traveller au
10
Pros:

The location was beautiful and the staff were fantastic. Big shout out to Sepho (hope I’m spelling that right), he was brilliant in general and with us on activities and one of the most talented people I’ve met.

They have a great range of activities to do (paid and free) and rooms were great.

2026-08-06 via Nuitee
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Willemijn couple nl
1
Hondenmoordenaars
Pros:

De kamers waren prima.

Cons:

Ze hebben geen respect voor hun omgeving en hebben recht voor onze ogen een hond met opzet laten verdrinken. We hebben minuten aan gegil gehoord door merg en been!

2026-08-06 via Nuitee
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Laura extended_group ie
10
Pros:

Most beautiful beach and island. Amazing staff and delicious food. Snorkelling here is incredible.

2026-08-03 via Nuitee
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Marina solo_traveller ch
9
2026-07-23 via Nuitee
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Sarah couple at
10
Atemberaubend schön und sehr familiäre Atmosphäre
Pros:

Außergewöhnlich mit ganz vielen Rufzeichen!! Das Personal ist fantastisch, übrigens auch musikalisch unglaublich talentiert, die Lage der Unterkunft ist unbeschreibbar schön, romantisch. Unser Aufenthalt war persönlich und atemberaubend. Unser Lieblingshotel!

2026-07-22 via Nuitee
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Bryan solo_traveller nz
9
Oarsman Bay Lodge is amazing!
Pros:

Blue Lagoon bay is spectacular, great snorkeling on reef straight off the beach. Definitely recommend taking the private resort ferry from Naisoso over the South Sea boat. Only 1:45 versus 4.5 hours and still see the same stuff. Even has wifi..Enables you to get nearly a full day at the resort arriving before 9:30am rather than Sth Sea arriving at 1:30pm and by the time you checkin which is so easy at Oarsman you are 3pm by the time younget settled in. Really become the hike up the hill......but only attempt in dry weather and take the Blue Lagoon Resort track on the way down for a different route. Last but not least Tiki the manager and staff were great.

Cons:

Although one of the most protected resorts from.the trade winds in the Yasawa Island's we were unlucky with strong winds for 2 days put of 4. Way more sheltered than Paradise Cove on trade winds.

2026-07-20 via Nuitee
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Amy extended_group ie
1
Eary, no music, rude manager and scared staff. awful food with no choice
Pros:

Location was good

Cons:

The manager tiki was awful. Staff visibly scared of him. He was rude to staff infront of all guests checking in so I can only imagine what he was like when we weren’t there. Used wording such a ‘hurry up women’ to the staff and no please or thanks when addressing them. The whole vibe of the place seems eary. Spent most of our day at the blue lagoon resort which had a polar opposite good vibe. Food was also awful but the manager was the real downfall

2026-07-14 via Nuitee
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Kathryn family_with_children sg
5
Will not return to this resort
Pros:

Our cabin was decorated beautifully with open air bathroom. It also has a hammock and a balcony with chairs.

Cons:

1) The bags stored in the general office which contained items to be collected by Fr Mike (for donation to the village kids) was opened without our permission. When asked, the manager said one of his staff, by the name of Mary opened it. But till the time I left the resort, I did not meet the person "Mary" though I requested to meet her;
2) Poor management as they would not allow us a later check out (must vacate by 1100) on the day we joined their tour to the Sawa-i-Lau cave and needed to use the bathroom to shower down. We were asked to use the shower rooms of the bunkers and the shower pressure was very poor.

2026-07-12 via Nuitee
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Marie couple be
10
Best stay in the Yasawa Islands!
Pros:

The staff was so incredibly friendly and made you feel at home. The atmosphere was very relaxing and there is plenty of space to hang around. Food was delicious and the activities were well organised. Would’ve stayed longer if we could.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-11 via Nuitee