Private island playground
Electric buggies navigate rainforest tracks connecting twenty-five thatched residences scattered across volcanic hills, private beaches, and coconut groves.
“Expect no less than over-the-top extravagance at Laucala, a resort island in Fiji with its own rental submarine.”
Where it shines
Exceptional
An eighteen-hole golf course, equestrian stables, and a fleet of fourteen pleasure craft.
Remarkable
Thatched villas showcase hand-woven coconut magimagi cordage and tubs carved from solid granite.
Remarkable
Dedicated Tau butlers attend each villa, arranging private flight transfers and customized island dining.
What they say
Two Michelin Keys
Michelin
Also in Condé Nast Traveler, The 50 Discovery and AFAR.
Twenty-five villas are carved from thatch, timber, and stone, each one secluded and sculptural, with private pools, sun decks…
Tucked away
A place apart: the property is the destination.
On a private island in Fiji's Koro Sea, reached by private charter from Nadi.
The rooms
Standalone villas feature curved timber framing, sago-palm thatch, muslin-draped outdoor daybed cabanas, and private infinity plunge pools.
The pool
Bring a swimsuit.
An 18-meter transparent glass lap pool rises out of an 80-foot lagoon pool bordered by coconut palms.
The spa
Thatched treatment pavilions overlook lily ponds on the forested hillside, offering traditional Fijian bobo massages and coconut-milk baths.
Restaurant
Plantation House
Housed in a colonial-style mansion among coconut groves, the dining room serves island-grown organic produce alongside an extensive wine cellar.
Inside, you’ll find the expected mod cons … and exuberant decor—sofas evoke seashells, light shades are crafted from hundreds of butterfly cocoons, bathtubs are carved from single slabs of granite.
At the table
A 240-acre organic farm supplies the tables, from clifftop Thai dishes over Seagrass Bay to fresh beachside grills.
How it began
Once a historic copra plantation and Malcolm Forbes retreat, the private island was developed into a self-sustaining refuge by Dietrich Mateschitz.
“Far flung, fabulous and serving up a daily dose of vitamin sea like it’s going out of fashion, Como Laucala Island is a singular, offshore wonder...”
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The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.