Oarsman's Bay Lodge

Hotels
9.4 (992 reviews)
P.O.BOX 11699 , Nacula Island , fj

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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

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 992 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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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
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Claudia • solo_traveller • at
10
Pros:

Ein toller Ort! Einfach alles war perfekt! Das Personal sehr freundlich und aufmerksam.
Das Essen war köstlich, unsere Strandbure sehr geschmackvoll und gemütlich eingerichtet.
Man kann bei Aktivitäten mitmachen oder einfach die Seele baumeln lassen.
Nacula Island ist wunderschön, das Resort sehr gepflegt,
Wir würden sofort wieder hinfahren!!
Ein herzliches Dankeschön an Tiki und sein Team!

2026-07-09 • via Nuitee
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Malcolm • couple • nz
10
2026-07-09 • via Nuitee
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Klaus • couple • au
10
2026-07-09 • via Nuitee
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Maria • couple • gb
10
Relaxing and welcoming stay
Pros:

Everyone at Oarsman’s was so welcoming and kind, the hotel is beautiful and in front of a stunning lagoon.
Our room was very clean and offered direct access to the beach.

Cons:

Everything was perfect

2026-07-09 • via Nuitee
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dalila • couple • us
10
The place to be in Fiji
Pros:

This is a wonderful place to spend your holiday for so many reasons. The staff is amazing , food is incredible ( a huge thanks to all chefs as everything was outstanding ), excursions are well organized, the structure is beautiful and very clean and then Mother Nature makes the rest as the location is stunning! Clear water with 2 reefs very easy to snorkel and with a very active marine life. Strongly recommended if you are looking for an authentic peaceful Fiji place!

2026-07-07 • via Nuitee
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Bronwyn • couple • au
9
Three days in paradise with amazing food, wonderful staff and the treasures of the ocean.
Pros:

Everything

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-07 • via Nuitee
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Francisco • solo_traveller • pt
10
Pros:

A simpatia de todos os funcionarios, a comida, a localização perfeita. A casa em frente ao mar e as atividades.

2026-07-06 • via Nuitee
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Emma • solo_traveller • it
9
2026-07-03 • via Nuitee
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Julie • couple • au
9
Tropical ambience, beauty and peace
Pros:

All food was beautifully fresh/ cooked/presented/tasty. Exceptionally friendly staff, meeting all requests, dietary etc. Natural environment and world class snorkelling. Even the multitude of species of fish are friendly and not scared of us, snorkelling this world class coral reef in front of the resort.
Free activities such as basket weaving with coconut leaves was tops- thanks Sufi
and the medicinal plants tour so worthwhile ( thanks Lusy) demo of Fijian fish meal so yummy and appreciated.
Loved the village tour and meeting the beautiful school children. Hard to leave this beautiful place.

Cons:

Proximity of bure #7, to neighbouring resort, near their scuba shed, enough said and I am sensitive to night noise. But Oarsman Bay Lodge was at full capacity and the Adult only guests were on the whole extremely quiet. Will try to come back in future, because this is one overseas place I am sorry to leave.

2026-07-03 • via Nuitee
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Emma • solo_traveller • it
9
2026-07-03 • via Nuitee
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iuliia • solo_traveller • cz
10
2026-07-03 • via Nuitee
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Fengren • solo_traveller • au
8
2026-07-02 • via Nuitee
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Noel • solo_traveller • de
10
It felt like home
Pros:

I had an exceptional time at Oarsman’s bay lodge. After almost eight months this was probably the place I felt welcomed the most and had the best time overall. I stayed in the dorm and it was very comfortable and spacious. A perfect mix between privacy and a real social experience.

A big shoutout to the amazing staff who was always invested in making it a great experience for everybody. Seso always amazed us with his guitar and singing skills and was always there for a great conversation or fun activities in between the day. Ben and Luke made all of us laugh everyday and it was incredible fun to head to the cave with them. Lucis medicine tour was very interesting and she was always super friendly and helpful! And Tiki made me feel welcomed from the beginning.

The food was delicious as well and the portions were on point . I am very keen to come back to this resort some day.

Sota tale!

Cons:

The WiFi could improve

2026-07-02 • via Nuitee
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Francisco • couple • us
10
2026-07-02 • via Nuitee