Malolo Island Mamanuca Islands, Fiji
Renovated
2024
Price
$$$$
Rated for
Resort Luxe LocalOutside the door
Overwater lagoon sanctuary
A calm tidal lagoon cradles thatched timber pavilions and boardwalks, where daily life slows to the rhythm of the water.
“The adults-only Likuliku Lagoon Resort on Malolo Island features 35 beachfront bures, including 18 split-level bungalows with private plunge pools and secluded courtyards…”
What it’s good at
Remarkable
Direct ladder reef access from overwater bures, guided marine safaris, and private excursions to Mociu Island.
Notable
Personalized name-recognition service, poolside butler touches, and daily chef canapes delivered to overwater decks.
Notable
Fijian family ownership, traditional village architecture with hand-woven magi-magi ropework, and guided visits to Yaro Village.
What they say
UK Readers' Choice Awards – Australasia and the South Pacific
Condé Nast Traveler
2025
Also in AFAR.
traditional "bures" clustered either along the beach or strung above the lagoon, the latter accessible only by a wobbly wooden gangplank.
Tucked away
A place apart: the property is the destination.
Hiking trails cross Malolo Island's dry forests, with protected reef gardens and paramount chieftain seat Yaro Village just beyond the bay.
The rooms
Over-Water Bures feature glass floor panels and lagoon-facing soaking tubs, opening onto private sun decks suspended above the protected reef.
The pool
Bring a swimsuit.
The freshwater infinity pool stretches toward the lagoon reef, bordered by submerged sun platforms and coconut palms.
Spa and gym
Tatadra Spa offers hillside bodywork overlooking the ocean, and the thatched gym looks straight onto the beach.
Masima Bar
Set on its own tiny islet in the lagoon, this open-air thatched bar is reached by a wooden boardwalk.
At the table
Interconnected thatched pavilions host open-air dinners along the water, focusing on fresh South Pacific seafood and island-grown produce.
How it began
Named for the calm waters that once sheltered tribal canoes, the property was built by a Fijian family using traditional canoe-house architecture.
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The medals
Gold
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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.