Hotel Information: Small boats pick up the mainly Australian and New Zealand couples and families, as well as some UK and North American visitors. Guests are greeted by Fijian singers and escorted onto the beach and through to the small reception desk. The swimming pool lies to one side, the restaurants to another, while the guestrooms bures are scattered throughout the gardens and along the beach.

Amenity highlights: Malolo Island Resort has two restaurants and two further bars. The resort offers a complimentary kids’ club, and full-service health spa. Recreational facilities include a swimming pool over two levels, and private beach with a wide range of complimentary water sports and activities. There is an air-conditioned TV lounge, and a broadband Internet kiosk in the boutique. Other facilities include a boutique and day room.

Insider tip:The first settlers in the Fijian Islands came to Viseisei, on the mainland opposite Malolo Island, in about 1500 BC. They believed Malolo was a place created by the gods where the sun came to rest each night after its daytime journey – hence the sun logo of Malolo Island Resort. The land is still owned by the chief and local villagers.

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Spa

Leilani’s Spa sits in a tranquil rainforest setting. It has a single treatment room with outdoor shower, a second single treatment room with manicure/pedicure area, and a double treatment room. The changing rooms and reception are air-conditioned, otherwise the spa is open-air. Click the link(s) below for more details.

Philosophy (click here)

Leilani means ‘heavenly flower’ and the spa menu embraces the use of natural essential and aromatherapy oils and products in order to enhance therapeutic benefits and provide guests with a heavenly experience. Signature treatments are the Blushing Bride and Couples Indulgence Aromatic Relaxation.

Sample menu

Blushing Bride (2 hours, 30 minutes): FJ$257 (AU$193)
A luxurious package for the bride that starts with a rejuvenating facial to nourish the skin, followed by the ultimate hand and foot bliss with a deluxe manicure and pedicure, and finishing with a make-up application.
Fee may not include tax and is subject to change without notice.

Couples Indulgence Aromatic Relaxation (30 minutes): FJ$95 (AU$71)
The powers of essential oils are applied to back, neck, shoulders and scalp massage. May be extended to 60 minutes on request, or followed by a rejuvenating facial.
Fee may not include tax and is subject to change without notice.

Head to Toe Experience (2 hours): FJ$165 (AU$124)
A soothing full body massage is followed by an aromatic facial to cleanse, tone and re-hydrate the skin.
Fee may not include tax and is subject to change without notice.

Fijian Rejuvenation (2 hours, 10minutes): FJ$175 (AU$131)
A decadent body indulgence, beginning with an aromatic full body massage, followed by hand care with manicure, then a neck, hair, and scalp treatment.
Fee may not include tax and is subject to change without notice.

Nourishing Island Wrap (60 minutes): FJ$98 (AU$73)
Restores skin balance with a tropical body wrap based on coconut or papaya. Completed with a nourishing body moisturize to leave the skin nourished and revitalized.
Fee may not include tax and is subject to change without notice.

Rejuvenating Facial (60 minutes): FJ$98 (AU$73)
Indulgent facial for a smoother and more radiant complexion. Includes cleansing, exfoliation, facial massage, mask, and finishes with hydrating lotion.
Fee may not include tax and is subject to change without notice.

Coconut Cream Scrub (50 minutes): FJ$92 (AU$69)
An exfoliating treatment for more sensitive skin that rejuvenates and re-hydrates with a combination of coconut with aromatic oils, finishing with a rich body butter.
Fee may not include tax and is subject to change without notice.

Products

Leilani’s Spa uses local Pure Fiji products, based on nut and floral extracts combined with coconut milk or oil.

Rooms

Guestrooms at Malolo Island Resort are accessible via exterior corridors and offer coffee/tea makers and air conditioning. Guestrooms have refrigerators. Bathrooms include hair dryers and showers only. Business-friendly rooms are equipped with desks. Services include a turndown service, housekeeping, and in-room massage.

Room Amenities

• Patio
• Climate control
• Access via exterior corridors
• Ceiling fan
• Air conditioning
• Refrigerator
• Coffee/tea maker
• Housekeeping
• Turndown service

• Shower only
• Massage - available in room
• Sewing kit
• Complimentary toiletries
• Hair dryer
• Child care (in room, surcharge)
• Welcome amenities
• Desk
• Window opens
• Cribs (infant beds) available

Recreation

Malolo Island Resort has a swimming pool over two levels, connected by a cascade. The upper level is reserved for adults only, and has an adjacent spa tub and swim-up bar. Complimentary water-based activities include catamarans, windsurfing, kayaks, and snorkelling off the beach. There is also table tennis, croquet, petanques, beach volleyball, and rugby and soccer on the beach. Other activities, arranged at a surcharge, are banana boating, fishing, knee-boarding, wakeboarding, jet skiing, parasailing, scuba diving, water skiing, and boat tours.

Several hiking trails can be accessed from the resort. The Denarau Golf and Racquet Club is on Denarau Island, one hour by boat from the resort. It has an 18-hole championship golf course and driving range, six grass tennis courts, and four lighted synthetic courts. Green fees (including shared cart, tees and course guide) are FJ$110 (AU$82) or FJ$55 (AU$42) for juniors. Both golf and tennis lessons are available.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

• Golf - driving range nearby
• Golfing nearby
• Snorkeling on site
• Rowing or canoeing on site
• Sailing on site
• Scuba diving on site
• Water skiing on site
• Swimming on site

• Personal watercraft on site
• Boat launch on site
• Windsurfing on site
• Volleyball on site
• Hiking/biking trails nearby
• Parasailing on site
• Fishing nearby
• Playground on site

Property Amenities

Malolo Island Resort offers a bar or lounge, a poolside bar, and a swim-up bar. The full-service spa features massage and treatment rooms and beauty services. In addition to an outdoor pool, Malolo Island Resort also provides a private beach and a spa tub. Meeting facilities include banquet facilities and meeting rooms for small groups. This Malololailai property provides an airport shuttle (surcharge). This Malololailai property also offers a restaurant, high-speed Internet access, and a coffee shop or café. The property has a 24-hour front desk.

• 24-hour front desk
• Airport transportation (surcharge)
• Arcade/game room
• Audio-visual equipment
• Babysitting or child care
• Number of floors: 49
• Banquet facilities
• Bar/lounge
• Beauty services
• Coffee shop or café
• Currency exchange
• Event catering
• Full-service health spa
• Gift shops or newsstand
• Internet access in public areas - high speed
• Internet access in public areas - surcharge
• Library

• Massage - treatment room(s)
• Meeting rooms (small groups)
• Patio
• Poolside bar
• Porter/bellhop
• Private beach
• Restaurant(s) in hotel
• Safe-deposit box - front desk
• Security guard
• Shopping on site
• Spa tub
• Supervised child care/activities
• Swimming pool - outdoor
• Swim-up bar
• Tour assistance
• Umbrella
• Video library
• Wedding services

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on hotel policy.
Photo identification and credit card or cash deposit are required at check-in for incidental charges.
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges. Special requests cannot be guaranteed.

• Pets not allowed
• Check-in time is 2 PM
• Check-out time is 10:30 AM

Location Details

Nadi International Airport (NAN): Approximate travel time is 90 minutes and distance is 25 km.

Getting there: The most practical way of getting to Malolo Island Resort is by taxi to Denarau Port and then catamaran ferry. Seaplanes can also fly the route in 15 minutes at a cost of FJ$193 (AU$145) one way. After-hours transfers by private speedboat charter cost FJ$350 (AU$262). Click the links below for instructions/details.

Getting around:From Malolo Island Resort, guests must use boat charters or the local catamaran ferry to Denarau Port in order to access land-based transportation. This costs FJ$73 (AU$55) one way and departs from Denarau at 9 AM, noon and 3 PM, and from Malolo at 11 AM, 2 PM and 4 PM. Taxis or rental cars are the most reliable way of getting around the mainland, although there is also a network of long-distance and local buses. Few taxis have metres, so the fare must be settled at the start of the journey.

By ferry

Travel time from the airport to the hotel: 90 minutes
Approximate cost (subject to change without notice): FJ$35 (AU$26) for taxi to Denarau Port, then FJ$73 (AU$55) one way for ferry.

Schedules and directions (subject to change without notice): Local catamaran ferry departs from Denarau Port at 9 AM, noon and 3 PM and takes one hour; the noon ferry, which goes via other islands, takes two hours. Tickets are purchased from the South Sea Cruises desk at the port.

Know Before You Go

Pets (other than seeing-eye dogs) are not permitted at Malolo Island Resort. Smoking is not permitted in guestrooms, although guests may smoke on outdoor balconies or patios. Tipping is not generally expected in Fiji, which has a reputation for friendliness and hospitality, although guests are welcome to tip for outstanding service.

There are no lifeguards on duty at the swimming pools or beach. Adults should remain with children under 12 years of age at all times.

Check-in time is 2 PM. Please note that early arrivals by boat are unlikely to be able to access guestrooms before this time, owing to the schedule for returning boats carrying departing guests.

Malolo Island Resort positions itself as a relaxing getaway from the stresses of the modern world. Guestrooms have no telephone, TV, radio, Internet access, or mobile phone coverage. There is intermittent mobile phone coverage on parts of the island, and a landline on which guests may make telephone calls at reception.

Fees

The following fees and deposits are charged by the property at either check-in or check-out.

• Airport transfers (surcharge)
• Day rooms are available at a cost of FJ$60 (AU$45)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

Dining

Terrace Restaurant - Buffet breakfast and à la carte lunch and dinner. Saturday night buffet only, with Fijian dancing. Wednesday night barbecue buffet with meat and fish. All-day snacks and meals. Kids’ menu. Open-air pavilion and outdoor dining on deck near pool. No smoking. Open daily from early morning to late evening.

Tree Tops Restaurant and Bar - Pacific Rim cuisine with local influences. Intimate à la carte dining; no children. Located above Terrace Restaurant on elevated decks overlooking palms and ocean. Open daily for dinner only, closed Wednesday and Saturday.

Beach Bar - All-day light snack menu and à la carte dining. Pizza, fish and chips, sandwiches, salads, and other snacks. Cocktails, beers and non-alcoholic beverages. Happy hour. Thatched pavilion on beachfront with outdoor deck. Live music in evenings. Open daily mid-morning to late evening, except when raining. No dinner Wednesday or Saturday.

Pool Bar - Cocktails, beer, wine, and nonalcoholic beverages. Bar snacks. Located by pool, with a swim-up section. Open daily from mid-morning to evening.

Address

Malolo Island

Malolo Island, Fiji,

Fiji

Nearest major airport:

Suva, Fiji (SUV-Nausori)

Area:

Mamanuca Islands, Fiji