Royal Davui Island Resort
Lami, Fiji Islands
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About the Hotel
Adrift in Fijiâ€(TM)s Bega Lagoon, the spectacularly romantic Royal Davui Island Resort is a lush island paradise. Here, surrounded by idyllic white sand beaches, youâ€(TM)ll experience the solitude of a desert island in one of just 16 thatch-roofed vales, or villas. Each enjoys its own veranda, plunge pool and modern décor thatâ€(TM)s a celebration of South Pacific élan. From al fresco gourmet dining beneath a majestic Banyan tree to a massage in your Valeâ€(TM)s own treatment space, every moment brings unparalleled pampering.
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Royal Davui Island Resort
Royal Davui Island Resort
P.O. Box 3171
Lami, Fiji Islands
Nearest Airport: NAN
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Reviews for Royal Davui Island Resort
Not worth the effort to get there
Yes, it's beautiful. But the negatives substantially make it not worth the effort to get there. The first thing upon arrival is a lengthy registration process, which is the last thing you want after traveling halfway around the world to get there. Making choices about meals days away (for the picnic which we elected to not do @ 7am), and signing waivers for all activities that we may or may not do in the future, etc. It's crazy. Just get me to my villa and pool please. Then every morning, before I've had a chance to have my first cup of coffee, I had to make lunch and dinner meal selections for the day. The transfer from Nadi airport was OK. The 8 passengers 30 minute flight to Pacific Harbor was fine. The 30 minute boat ride to the Island was rough and not pleasant. Our villa showed signs of needing maintenance. The bedroom has AC, but the rest of the villa doesn't, which means its too hot during the day, and too many mosquitos at night to let in the fresh air with open windows and doors. The staff was friendly. The food was average to good. Management was not accommodating at all. We booked a private dinner one night and it was brightly lit, and bug infested so we returned to the main dining area. We were told that there would be music some evenings, and none was provided We booked the picnic on Sandy Cay months in advance, but upon arrival we were told that the only one we could do was at 7am (who does a picnic at dawn?). Others got a later time. So we didn't take this unique side trip. On our last day we elected to not do the full breakfast, just opting for a smoothie (which was included with the included full breakfast). But since we didn't order the full free breakfast, we were charged for the smoothie. How crazy is that? Appeals on this surcharge were denied "thats the rule" Overall, not a 5 star, maybe 3.5 star with an attitude.
hhishome - Hilton Head, South Carolina
Honeymoon Paradise
Bula, My wife and I stayed in at Royal Davui for 7 nights for our honeymoon in the Sunset Villa and it was absolute bliss. Service: The people are extremely friendly and courteous. They call you by name and they made us feel like VIPs the whole time we were there. One of our favorite parts is you can have all your food and drinks delivered to your Villa and we took advantage of that. If something was forgotten when they delivered, they fixed it immediately. They are all so wonderful, but a big shoutout to David and Vincent and bigger shoutout to Paul! We miss you all already which tells you how great the service is. Villa: We specifically stayed in Sunset Villa 5 which was our main reason we picked this resort and it exceeded our expectations. The views are unbelievable, the plunge pool was perfect for the hot days, the multiple seating areas were perfect, the outdoor shower was refreshing, the bath was relaxing, and the roof that opens inside was a cool tough. My wife and I really didn't leave the Villa for the first 2 days because of how nice it was and how private they are. You won't see or hear your neighbors. Also our villa had some fun animals stop by, like hermit crabs, regular crabs, birds, and a few fruit bats in the distance. There's air condition in bedroom and bathroom and all the doors/windows open so make the Villa an outdoor/indoor space. Food: The food is delicious and fun. You pick your meals at the beginning of the day, with lunch and dinner being 3 courses and different each day. Breakfast has multiple options and you get to pick a few each morning. The presentation of each dish is always exquisite. If you're a picky eater, you may not like everything, but they do give multiple options. If you love food, you'll have no problem with the menu. Activities: The free activities we did were snorkeling around the island, which was amazing! There are so many fish, star fish, a giant clam, coral, and a shark that we saw and swam with. We did some kayaking, paddle boards, and went on the hobie cat! They have crab races on some evenings which are really fun, the coconut class and cooking class were great and we learned so much about the culture. The Kava Ceremony was super unique and fun. That is very big in the Fiji culture which we're glad we experiences. Paid Activities: We did a few massages which were wonderful. We went the town visit on Beqa island and loved meeting the students and the locals there. We also did the Bega island snorkeling which was amazing. Our guides on both trips were wonderful and brought us to see one the giant clams (the size of a beach ball) which are endangered. I highly recommend that trip. But by far the best part and you need to do is the Sand Cay Picnic. Unbelievable! They take you out to this small sand island and set up a picnic area with chairs, umbrellas, food and drinks and leave you out there for 3 hours. Make sure to bring your snorkeling gear because the water there is better than the pictures. For transfers we did the plane ride to get there and then the car on the way back. We're glad we did that so we got to experience both and our driver was wonderful to talk to. Overall, if you're looking for privacy, beautiful views, and wonderful service then this will be the resort for you. The must is the Sand Cay Picnic and snorkeling!
Dominic C
Royal Davui Island Resort
Wife and I returned from 7-night stay at Royal Davui Island Resort. Maximum stars allowed across all criteria at this adult only island. Spacious but cozy villas with plunge pool. Decadent food and mixology. Relaxing, professional spa services. Attentive butlers and room service. Expansive resort activity menu including scuba diving. But you can find these qualities at most high-end resorts. The Royal Davui Island competitive advantage is its people. From reception to kitchen to wait staff to porters to activity desk to spa services everyone knew our name from the first day and greeted us with a sincere smile. We've been very lucky to have traveled the globe and never before witnessed this kind of attention to personal detail consistent every day through all resort activities. This is the place to be in Fiji if you're looking to be pampered in a private villa with breath-taking ocean views, served gourmet meals, and enjoy lounging in the sun, fishing, snorkeling/scuba on a small private island. To Paul, Su, David, Pex, Joe, Iliesa, Nimi, Vincent, La, Mela, Iva, Lydia, Meme (x 2), and Lo. We already miss you! Much love to you all! (Travel Tip - Charter the private helicopter from Nadi).
trarin - Nebraska
For us...a once in a lifetime excursion...
A little late getting this review up...but after some recent "all inclusive" stays elsewhere, I had to highlight how amazing this experience was. Of course, the old adage "you get what you pay for" applies, as our more recent resorts were levels below this one. Anticipation started while waiting at the airport in Nadi. The puddle jumper across the island to Nanuku Aerodrome revealed vast jungle and sparse settlements. Small plane...small airstrip...so some may want a few pulls from their alcohol stash before departing! The ensuing boat ride enhanced the anticipation as the tiny speck grew as you drew closer to Beqa Island. Pulling up to the dock, you're struck by how remote and private your island accommodations are. Greeted by the hosts and staff in chorus, you know you've made the right choice! The anticipation doesn't ebb as you make your way to a private bungalow. Everything feels private on the island and once you take in your accommodations, deck and view, relaxation from your long journey is finally at hand. Food is top notch at every sitting. While it may take a little while to run the courses, you wont be disappointed. Choices from a mix of international and local cuisine provide unique flavors you wish you could take home. As the inclusivity does not extend to alcohol, you might consider picking up wine and liquor at the duty free. Just be cognizant of weight limitations if flying across the island. Of course, they also have a full bar and can provide if you like. Nice list of facilitated activities. If weather cooperates, the sand bar and snorkeling are great. The Beqa Island hike was a bit of a let down, resembling more of a stroll. Final thoughts on the trip. Such a long hall from the US, we flew through Brisbane each way. On the way back, we extended our layover a couple days in a wonderful river city. Make sure to submit the appropriate immigration documents in advance if you do the same.
826brendanc - Denver, United States
Incredible trip!!!
I would give this resort 10 stars if I could. My husband and I went here on our honeymoon and we were blown away by the hospitality and beauty of the resort. Everyone who works at Royal Davui is so incredibly kind and by the end of the trip you are so sad to leave. The food here was so delicious and fresh! The chef did a very good job of keeping all of the meals different and interesting even though we were here for a week and ate breakfast lunch and dinner at the resort every day. The resort also does an amazing job of offering different activities and events. We only left a week ago and are already itching to get back!
Elizabeth V
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