The Remote Resort on Fiji Islands
Vanua Levu, Fiji
Vibe
Barefoot days revolve around oceanfront lounging, evening kava ceremonies, and fireside singing under starry South Pacific skies on a secluded peninsula.
“Secluded reef hideaway”
Tailored candlelit jetty dining, arrival foot rituals, and dedicated boat transfers across eight secluded plunge-pool villas.
Guided Rainbow Reef scuba diving, seasonal manta ray snorkeling, sea kayaking, and private excursions to Taveuni waterfalls.
Traditional underground lovo feasts, fresh line-caught reef fish, and evening kava welcoming ceremonies with Fijian singing.
On a private 64-acre peninsula along the Somosomo Strait, reached strictly by boat.
“The Remote Resort, which is ideal for couples searching for luxury, romance, and adventure.”
Rooms
Freestanding timber villas open onto private freshwater plunge pools and wide sundecks tucked into lush coastal greenery overlooking the water.
Wellness
An open-air spa deck sits nestled in the canopy, offering South Pacific massages and botanical wraps scented with local coconut oils.
Backstory
Australian hotelier Dan Dimmock left corporate hospitality to build this off-grid hideaway across a former coconut plantation starting in 2010.
Eat & drink
Daily catches and garden harvests shape all-inclusive menus, served at the open-air Main Pavilion or over candlelit dinners along the jetty.
The neighborhood
Set along the Somosomo Strait, the secluded peninsula provides a direct launchpad for Rainbow Reef diving and boat trips to Taveuni waterfalls.
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Our shorthand
What makes a hotel special, how well they pull it off, and what it feels like outside the door.
How well they pull it off
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
They did this well. You’ll notice.
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Architecture and interiors lead. There’s a creative vision at work.
The guest is conspicuously well cared for. Requests met before they’re made.
Rooted in place. Local character runs through the whole stay.
Energy and scene. Where the city goes out, whether or not it’s sleeping here.
A building with history. The story of the place is part of the stay.
Built around feeling better. Rest, sweat, soak, spa.
A hotel the city grew up with. Same rituals, same regulars.
A world of its own. No reason to leave the property.
Scene — what’s outside the door
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
A place apart: the property is the destination.