Wellesley Resort

lovely place to relax. peaceful atmosphere, friendly staff.

Bula Bula, If you want to get away from it all and relax this is the place, no noise just the sounds of nature, peace and quiet. If you enjoy snorkeling among at least a hundred different varieties of tropical fish or just a swim in beautiful clean clear water you will not find better. The staff are super friendly and will make your stay restful and worry free. We will return this place is paradise.

My experience at this resort was AMAZING!!! The staff and service was fantastic. It's a stunning place right on the ocean where you can snorkel right off the resort in the reef. You can kayak as well. Stuff is all provided by resort. They have daily activities available. It's adults only. Such a peaceful and quiet place. This is where you go to rejuvenate and relax if that's what you're looking for. I highly recommend this place. Cannot wait to go back!!!!

Short stay but great setting and nice and private, enjoyed the beach walk

Chose this resort for a relaxing chilled holiday. Beautiful setting in its own small valley fronting on to its own clean sandy beach on the CoralCoast of Fiji. Open air pool in front of the lounge area, extensive but natural gardens, decking areas around the pool and fronting on to the beach. Included activities enjoyed were coconut tasting, garden tour with knowledge of all the local plants and their uses, hilltop stroll overlooking the coral reef and the landscape behind, free use of canoes and snorkelling equipment, line fishing in the lagoon (the catch would be prepared for your evening meal) Staff were some of the friendliest we have ever met, smiling all the time and always finding time for a chat, all praise to the manager and her staff. Menu varied each evening and would even do requests. Would love to go back if possible.

This was the third resort we stayed at on our Fiji trip, and it was by far the best. If you are looking for a quiet relaxing spot, this is the place.

Nothing has been done since. The first night I was in tears. We were put in a basic room. Cracked tiles in the shower from roof to floor covered in Bodily fluids from many years. Facilities listed in the room and resort were broken or in bad condition. We were moved to another room the next day. If you do decide to stay, ask for executive. The Curtains are still ripped, sink is 2cm away from wall, power points don't work but it's better. The menu needs a thorough do over (you are 45 min drive from nearest restaurant) The saving grace for me was the no children rule, the beach and the view. Unbeatable. Things that don't impact on your stay but still matter are broken entry gates, broken lights, umbrellas thrown in the stream, broken fridge and so on. There is a promise to renovate. Ensure this has occurred before you book. I would not return

I enjoyed staying in Wellesley, writing a science paper in between snorkeling in the lagoon. There is a good variety of reef fish there, and unlike many other places in Fiji the lagoon does not have a lot of sharp corals on the bottom. I liked my room (Wellington suite), it had the biggest flat screen of any place I stayed in Fiji (not that I used it), and I liked the art work on the walls. The place appears to be popular with Aussie blonds seeking seclusion with their black lovers. The food was OK, not great. They advertised kayaking but out of 3 kayaks they have, 2 were broken. Their WiFi is so slow it is hardly usable even for email. When booking anything through the resort, beware they overcharge for everything. I asked for a taxi ride to Sigatoka and they quoted me $90FJ. Do not get disappointed: just go out to the beach, walk like 100 yards to the right and there will be a hand sign "Shop" on the palm tree. Behind you will see a shack and a local woman who looks like she just snacked on Captain Cook. I asked her for a taxi, she got me a ride in like 5 mins for 1/3 of the price at the resort. If you look for a fresh food, also ask her. She will catch a chicken, chop off the head, and cook it right in front of you, for like 1/2 of the price of a dinner at the resort. Watch your steps when walking at the dusk - the place is invaded by hordes of frogs who appear out of nowhere at sunset, you can easily step on them

Service of the staff was excellent and the food was impressive. Beach was pleasant. Swimming only practical at high tide. Pool is available otherwise, or a short walk to an inlet (only for strong swimmers). Internet was sometimes available - effected by the network distance from major cities. Rooms very nice with private outdoor shower. no bath. It's about 2hr drive from Nadi airport.

Ideal for couples who just want to chill and do nothing that is not beach related. Local people are lovely. Take advantage of all the little daily activities - great for a short break.