Maravu Taveuni Lodge

This place is a must! While it may not be the Hilton or a luxury resort, this rustic stay lacks for nothing! All of the of the staff were incredible and made sure we were comfortable every step of the way. They had fantastic day excursions led by the easily lovable Rafa. We were travelling with our 10 month old and everyone at the hotel made it extremely easy.

We had the most rememberable time staying with the staff and the friends we made here, every night during Kava time. By far it was the best time we had the entire trip. The accommodation was very comfortable and the staff were so friendly and helpful. I would not hesitate recommending your stay here.

Relaxed, beautiful and friendly. Maravu Lodge staff are friendly, and get to know all their guests by name and constantly making sure everyone is happy, especially Carli who provides fantastic entertainment most evenings; great singing and story telling of village life and his ancestors. We were welcomed like we were family. As with most of Taveuni Island, cash is preferred payment method. There is only one ATM on the island. Bar has very limited range of drinks and is cash only. Restaurant menu changes daily and is limited but food is always good,especially if Esther is the cook.If its busy, allow an hour or more for meals, but if you have a tour booked for early morning, your breakfast is prioritised. Walking distance to other restaurants and 2 small supermarkets. Our Bure was big, roomy and at the back of the lodge, which meant peaceful and quiet. Only negative, the website states that only the TreeHouse and Hilltop House has a fridge, kettle, etc. We found out that some bures were provided with a fridge and kettle,but not all. If we had of known this, we would have requested these rooms, as we stayed for 10 days. This place shows the true Fijian spirit, and yes, it does run on Fiji time so take the opportunity to just slow down, relax and enjoy the beauty of Taveuni Island. And don't stress if you pay for your meal and don't get change immediately, they never forget and it will come to you.

My friend and I stayed at Maravu for 12 nights. We were only booked there for the first 5 nights of our vacation but loved it so much we decided to stay for the entire trip. The modest accommodations (bures) were always very clean, the beds very comfortable, and the grounds (which include a nice pool) are well maintained and stunningly beautiful. The food is great, always fresh, and ample portions. The staff welcomed us like family and we grew to adore them. The atmosphere is so welcoming that we had the opportunity to meet many people from all around the world. The staff offer a Kava ceremony each night where one can spend time getting to know other travelers while listening to Rafa, Kali, and Russa playing guitar and singing sweet songs. If it is quiet time you need the bures are very private and spacious to hang out in. The staff also organizes and offers a guide (Rafa or Kali) for day trips to a coastal walk, a waterfall hike and a natural water slide. These were so much fun and we felt well taken care of every step of the way. There are two dive shops close by to choose from and the diving was amazing. I highly recommend staying at Maravu, we had a wonderful time and plan to return. Many thanks to (sorry if I have misspelled names) Laisani, Kara, Mari, Beky, Onnie, Rafa, Kali, Russa, and also the nighttime guard (we always felt very safe). Your welcoming nature and attentiveness made our stay at Maravu a wonderful experience and we can't wait to return.

Our group of 14 loved our stay at Maravu. The staff was extremely helpful. The dorms and bures were clean and comfortable. The only reason my review isn't 5 stars is because their generator broke while we were there, limiting electricity and internet access to only the main lodge.

Very welcoming hotel, both for holidayers & backpackers Friendly staff and really helpful I was solo backpacking and they were fantastic with me. I met loads of people on all different types of trips but who all had a great time 100% recommend Bula