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Shangri-La Yanuca Island, Fiji

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Info Shangri-La Yanuca Island, Fiji, situated on the private Yanuca Island, provides an exclusive island getaway with convenient mainland access via a causeway. Inspired by traditional Fijian villages, the resort boasts 443 ocean view guest rooms adorned with local culture and nature elements. Guests can enjoy various dining options and bars along the waterfront, as well as Sigatoka Sand Dunes National Park nearby. The resort offers diverse accommodations, including an adults-only Reef Wing precinct with a private infinity pool. Shangri-La Yanuca Island caters to all guests, including families and couples seeking a dream wedding at the Seaside Chapel. The resort also features Fiji's largest MICE facility, perfect for memorable destination events.

Summary of reviewsShangri-La Yanuca Island, Fiji is a stunning resort located on a private island accessible by bridge from the mainland. The resort boasts beautiful beaches, coral reefs and clear blue sea, perfect for snorkeling and scuba diving. The expansive island location offers a relaxed atmosphere with heaps of activities for kids, including pools, a playground, waterpark, paddle-boarding and more. The breakfast buffet is excellent with plenty of choice, including international and Indian varieties and access to three different restaurants. The Italian restaurant is highly recommended, producing some of the best meals guests have ever had. The staff is truly amazing, offering friendly and helpful service with the Fijian staff being particularly noteworthy. The beach is highly praised for its lovely white sand and clear waters, making it perfect for swimming and snorkeling. The resort is particularly suited for families with age groups ranging from infant to 12 years old with amazing facilities for kids, including a dedicated kids club and nanny service. The golf course offers guests a fun activity and the beds are heavenly, providing a comfortable sleeping experience. Despite some negative reviews about the rooms being outdated and not up to 5-star standard, the vast facilities and incredible marine life make up for it. Overall, Shangri-La Yanuca Island, Fiji is a luxurious resort that offers comfort and opulence to its guests, making it worth considering for those looking for a luxurious escape.
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Resort near Golf Courses

Features a 9-hole Executive Golf Course designed by Peter Thomson. The on-site course offers a convenient option for a quick round of golf within the resort grounds.

Beachfront Resort

Located on Yanuca Island, offers beachfront rooms and suites with ocean views. Features multiple dining options, a spa, and a range of water activities. Known for its family-friendly atmosphere and beautiful beachfront location.

What is between the hotel and the beach?

Nothing. The beach is directly accessible from the hotel

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Resort near The Beach

Located on Yanuca Island, this resort offers beachfront rooms and suites. It features a private beach, multiple pools, and various recreational activities, providing a family-friendly beach vacation.

Resort Taking Steps Towards Sustainability

This resort actively invests in coral garden programs and marine education centers. It provides opportunities for guests to get involved in coral care and regeneration efforts, contributing to the health of Fiji's significant coral reefs.

Resort for Honeymoon

This resort is located on a private island and features opulent ocean-view suites and bures with Fijian style. The adults-only Reef Wing includes an infinity pool, complimentary drinks and canapés, and private beach access, making it an ideal honeymoon destination.

Resort with Spa

CHI, The Spa at Shangri-La Fiji features the largest and most luxurious private spa Bures in Fiji, The beachfront treatment villas overlooking the South Pacific and forest treatment villas cocooned within the island's lush vegetation.

Family Friendly Resort

Located on Yanuca Island, this resort features a coral-fringed island getaway. The Yanuca Lagoon Wing is the best location for families, with close proximity to a free inflatable water park (for kids 7+), a children's swimming pool, and a beachside ice cream bure. Up to two children (11 and under) eat free at designated restaurants.

Romantic Resort

Set on its own island connected by a causeway, this large resort offers a variety of beaches, pools, and dining experiences. While a family-friendly resort, its expansive property allows for romantic strolls and private moments amidst the tropical surroundings.

Resort with Swimming Pool

Located on a private island, this resort features multiple swimming pools, including an adults-only infinity pool. It offers diverse dining options and access to Sigatoka Sand Dunes National Park.

Outdoor Pool

Resort with Free Wi-Fi

Located on a private island, this resort provides an exclusive getaway with convenient mainland access and free Wi-Fi. The resort boasts ocean-view guest rooms adorned with local culture and nature elements.

Business Resort

This luxury hotel features a private beach, a golf course, and a full-service spa. It offers beachfront dining and free beach cabanas.

Resort with Parking

This hotel offers free private parking on site for guests. The availability of free valet parking further enhances the convenience for visitors with vehicles.

Resort with Gym

The Health Club offers state-of-the-art fitness equipment and facilities, aerobic stations and free weights. The air-conditioned fitness centre provides sensational views over the Pacific Ocean. The resort also provides diverse sports and recreation facilities

Resort with Tennis Courts

Shangri-La Yanuca Island, Fiji provides tennis courts. The availability of tennis courts adds to the resort's recreational offerings, providing guests with options for sports and fitness.

5-Star Resort

Located on a private island, this resort offers a luxurious and secluded getaway. It features a variety of room types, including standard rooms, suites, and villas, catering to different preferences. The resort provides a range of activities and amenities for a memorable stay.

Resort with Outdoor Pool

This resort features multiple swimming pools, including an adults-only pool, a main lagoon pool, and a kids' pool.

Luxury Resort

Room Types

Yanuca Lagoon Deluxe King Room Featuring a balcony overlooking the lagoon, these air-conditioned rooms combine modern and traditional Fijian décor. Each includes a work desk, tea/coffee maker and a telephone.

Yanuca Lagoon Grand Deluxe King Room Mostly located on the ground floors, these rooms provide easy access to the resort's most popular areas. Privacy Curtain for children.

Ocean Terrace King Room Located in a quieter corner of the resort, these rooms are near Cafe Coral and Golf & Gym Bure.

Ocean Grand Deluxe King Room With uninterrupted views of the South Pacific Ocean, these rooms feature a private balcony. The 2 sofa beds can accommodate 1 adult or 3 children.

Yanuca Lagoon Terrace King Room Located in a quieter corner of the resort, these rooms are near Cafe Coral and Golf & Gym Bure.

Ocean Deluxe King Room The spacious twin/double room features air conditioning, a wardrobe, a balcony with sea views as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower. The unit has 2 beds.

Reef Deluxe King - Adults only This double room features a balcony, air conditioning. Guests staying in this room have access to the Reef Wing Infinity Pool, receive daily complimentary cocktails and canapes and can enjoy exclusive dining at the Reef Bar & Dining. Please note children cannot be accommodated in this room type. Goft, cocktails hour, 30 minutes complimentary massage with 60 minutes bookied, bottle of wine on arrival.

Reef Grand Deluxe - Adults only This double room has a balcony, air conditioning. Guests staying in this room have access to the Reef Wing Infinity Pool, receive daily complimentary cocktails and canapes and can enjoy exclusive dining at the Reef Bar & Dining. Please note children cannot be accommodated in this room type. Goft, cocktails hour, 30 minutes complimentary massage with 60 minutes bookied, bottle of wine on arrival.

Yanuca Lagoon Suite The spacious suite has 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and free toiletries. Boasting a balcony with sea views, this suite also features air conditioning and a flat-screen TV. The unit has 2 beds.

Reef Suite - Adults only This double room features a balcony, bathrobe. Guests staying in this room have access to the Reef Wing Infinity Pool, receive daily complimentary cocktails and canapes and can enjoy exclusive dining at the Reef Bar & Dining. Please note children cannot be accommodated in this room type. Goft, cocktails hour, 30 minutes complimentary massage with 60 minutes bookied, bottle of wine on arrival

Reef Bure - Adults only This double room has a balcony, bathrobe and complimentary bar. Guests staying in this room have access to the Reef Wing Infinity Pool, receive daily complimentary cocktails and canapes and can enjoy exclusive dining at the Reef Bar & Dining. Reef Bure guests also receive their own golf buggy to use. Please note children cannot be accommodated in this room type. Goft, cocktails hour, 30 minutes complimentary massage with 60 minutes bookied, bottle of wine on arrival.

Ocean Deluxe Twin Room The spacious twin room provides air conditioning, a wardrobe, as well as a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. The unit offers 2 beds.

Reef Deluxe Twin Room - Adults only This twin room has a bathrobe and air conditioning. Guests staying in this room have access to the Reef Wing Infinity Pool, receive daily complimentary cocktails and canapes and can enjoy exclusive dining at the Reef Bar & Dining. Please note children cannot be accommodated in this room type. Goft, cocktails hour, 30 minutes complimentary massage with 60 minutes bookied, bottle of wine on arrival.

About Shangri-La Yanuca Island, FijiLocated on the private Yanuca Island, Shangri-La Yanuca Island, Fiji is an exclusive island hideaway that is conveniently connected to the mainland by a causeway. Drawing inspiration from a traditional Fijian village, the resort's 443 ocean view guest rooms are adorned with rich elements of local culture and nature. Located just 10 minutes by car from Sigatoka Sand Dunes National Park, guests can also enjoy the five dining concepts and three bars, all situated on the waterfront.

The resort offers a variety of accommodation options, including 443 rooms, suites and bures, all decorated with Fijian-inspired decor. Each room features a private balcony and stunning views of the Pacific Ocean. For an exclusive adults-only experience, the Reef Wing precinct provides a private infinity pool where complimentary sunset drinks and canapes are served daily.

Shangri-La Yanuca Island, Fiji, caters to all types of guests, whether they are seeking an exclusive adults-only retreat or a fun-filled family holiday. The resort is also a one-of-a-kind destination for events, boasting Fiji's largest MICE (meetings, incentives, conferences and exhibitions) facility. Conferences, board meetings and seminars can be transformed into memorable destination events on this private island. For couples planning their special day, the Seaside Chapel offers an intimate and secluded setting by the Pacific Ocean, creating a magical moment to cherish forever. Let the Shangri-La team bring your dream wedding to life in this idyllic location.

Guest Reviews

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Location

Shangri-La Yanuca Island in Fiji boasts an expansive island location, perfect for those seeking a beautiful spot to visit. The resort is surrounded by stunning beaches, coral reefs and clear blue sea, ideal for snorkeling and scuba diving. The resort is located on a private and safe island, accessible by bridge from the mainland, less than an hour from the airport. The beachfront location provides direct access to the beautiful beaches and lawn, perfect for leisure activities and relaxation. The stunning location offers a relaxed atmosphere with heaps of activities for kids including pools, a playground, waterpark, paddle-boarding and more. The water views are simply breathtaking and the sunsets add to the dreamy, picture-perfect experience. Although the resort is quite large, golf carts are provided for easy mobility around the resort. Overall, if you're looking for something different from Nadi, the Shangri-La Yanuca Island is a great location for you.

Breakfast

The breakfast at Shangri-La Yanuca Island, Fiji was highly praised by guests with many describing it as excellent, exceptional, amazing and fantastic. There was plenty of choice with the breakfast buffet, including international and Indian varieties and access to three different restaurants. The omelet station and friendly breakfast staff were also highlighted. Overall, guests looked forward to breakfast every day and appreciated the value for money. Although some noted limited gluten-free options and less impressive dinner choices, the positive experiences with breakfast were a standout feature of the hotel.

Dinner

Guests of Shangri-La Yanuca Island, Fiji can expect an array of dining options during their stay with multiple restaurants offering great food options. The Italian restaurant is highly recommended, producing some of the best meals the guests have ever had. However, some guests felt that the choice of dinner options became monotonous after a few days with some menus lacking in healthy options and prices in some restaurants being a bit overpriced. Vegetarian options were also limited. Despite this, most guests enjoyed the various restaurants on-site with Takali and Asian Kitchen being fan favorites. It is worth noting that some restaurants were adults-only while others were overloaded with loud children, impacting the overall dining experience. Although there were mixed reviews on the quality of the food, many guests found it to be excellent - a standout being the steak served in the Golden Cowrie restaurant. Service during dinner time could be slow, but for the most part, the quick service provided tasty food. In short, it seems that food at Shangri-La Yanuca Island, Fiji is mostly enjoyable.

Rooms

The Shangri-La Yanuca Island in Fiji has a variety of rooms with mixed reviews. While some guests have reported dampness, leaky ceilings during the rainy season and rooms that need updating and maintenance, many guests have also praised the spacious and comfortable rooms with great ocean views, modern facilities and clean rooms. The air conditioning in the rooms was also deemed amazing. Some rooms offer direct access to the beach and lawn, making it an ideal location for families. However, some furniture was reported as scratched and damaged and some bathrooms were dated with mismatched tiles. The resort should consider upgrading the rooms to eliminate a lingering stale odor and the cleanliness could be improved. Nonetheless, guests agreed that the sizes of the rooms were lovely and some found spectacular rooms with beautiful ocean views.

Beds

Guests of the Shangri-La Yanuca Island in Fiji have left glowing reviews about their experiences with the hotel's beds. Whether it was the heavenly pillows, comfortable mattresses or overall comfortable sleeping experience, many guests raved about the quality of their rest during their stay. However, a few guests did mention some issues with the beds - some had to request a change of mattress and sheets, while others found the beds to be too soft. Overall, though, the positive experiences with the beds at this hotel far outweigh any negatives. Families with young children will also appreciate the kid-friendly swimming pool and the staff's love of little ones.

Cleanliness

Guest reviews of Shangri-La Yanuca Island, Fiji had mixed opinions about the cleanliness of the hotel. While some felt that the rooms were very clean, others felt that the hotel could do with maintenance and renovations. Despite some complaints about dirty pools, unpleasant smells and black mold in the ceiling, there were positive reviews for the cleanliness of the rooms, which were described as spacious and lovely. The hotel management could pay more attention towards maintenance around the entire resort, improving the standard of cleaning and changing the linen when required. However, the facilities in the room were great and the guests could experience a comfortable and memorable stay overall.

Staff

The staff at the Shangri-La Yanuca Island, Fiji are truly amazing, offering friendly and helpful service. Some standouts include the porters and drivers who are always ready to assist with a smile. Overall, the staff makes a great impression, going above and beyond to ensure an unforgettable stay. While there were a few negative experiences with certain individuals at reception, these are outweighed by the many positive interactions with wonderful, accommodating staff members. The Fijian staff are particularly noteworthy, providing a warm welcome and exceptional service, especially with children. Guests highly recommend the staff and their outstanding customer service.

Pool

The Shangri-La Yanuca Island in Fiji boasts a range of amazing pools with options for both adults and children. Guests can enjoy an infinity pool with stunning ocean views, a large clean pool and even an oceanfront pool with a bar. However, some guests did report issues such as overcrowding, a lack of shade and insufficient pool chairs. Nevertheless, the resort offers a range of water activities and a water park to keep guests entertained. The presence of sea snakes in the water is not a cause for concern as long as they are not disturbed. Overall, the range of pools is excellent and the resort facilities are impressive.

Beach

The beach near Shangri-La Yanuca Island, Fiji is highly praised for its lovely white sand and clear waters, making it perfect for swimming and snorkeling. While some guests noted occasional seaweed or grass on the sand, these instances did not detract from the overall beauty of the beach. Guests especially enjoyed the convenience of being able to snorkel right off the beach or take a short boat tour to a nearby reef for truly amazing snorkeling. Families with children appreciated the shallow areas perfect for kids. Although some guests commented on the scarcity of beach lounges, there were still two different beach options to choose from. Overall, guests agreed that the beach was a highlight of their stay.

Family

If you're looking for a family-friendly resort with plenty of activities for kids, Shangri-La Yanuca Island, Fiji is the perfect place to go! The facilities for kids are amazing with 2 pools available for kiddies and adults and a dedicated kids club and nanny service. The snorkelling activities are located in the family area, making it easy and convenient for families to participate. Parents and guardians can also enjoy the resort’s adult-only areas, including pools and restaurants. While some guests had issues with the kids club being confusing or boring, the Fijian staff are great with children and create a family-friendly environment throughout the resort. The children's playground was not available to parents with their children, but there are plenty of other leisure activities. The free kids club is a great perk! There are also many free activities for kids, so parents and other family members can relax while the kids have fun. The resort is particularly suited for families with age groups ranging from infant to 12 years old. Guests mentioned the resort is overrun by children, but if you're looking for a fun, relaxing family holiday, Shangri-La Yanuca Island, Fiji is the perfect place to be!

Golf

The golf course near Shangri-La Yanuca Island, Fiji offers guests a fun activity with golfing being complimentary for some. However, some guests mention that the fairways need to be mowed down and the greens are a bit rough and slow. The price per golf ball is $3.50, but guests cannot sell them back to the resort after the games. The golf buggy's could use an upgrade, but the location and activities available for kids make up for any shortcomings on the golf course. There is an adults-only atmosphere in some areas, while the golf course spa is also noted as a highlight.

Luxury

Shangri-La Yanuca Island in Fiji is a luxurious resort that offers comfort and opulence to its guests. Despite some negative reviews stating that the rooms are outdated and not up to 5-star standard, the vast facilities and incredible marine life make up for it. The food is great and the resort offers an amazing summer holiday. While the price may be steep, this resort is definitely worth considering for those looking for a luxurious escape.

Yes, Shangri-La Yanuca Island, Fiji has pool(s) that belong to one or more of the following categories: Outdoor Pool.

Yes, a spa is available at Shangri-La Yanuca Island, Fiji.

No, Shangri-La Yanuca Island, Fiji doesn't allow dogs.

Yes, parking facilities are available at Shangri-La Yanuca Island, Fiji.

Yes, Shangri-La Yanuca Island, Fiji has a gym.

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