Nadi

Travel Guide
Nadi which includes tropical scenes, general coastal views and a sunset
Fiji’s main tourism hub is a vibrant town offering beautiful beaches, wonderful golf courses and a wealth of cultural attractions.

Home to Fiji’s largest airport, Nadi is a town that most visitors to the country pass through on their way to holiday resorts on the coast. More and more people, however, are building Nadi into their travel itinerary as word gets out that Fiji’s third-largest city is a hidden gem.

Beautiful, secluded beaches, a vibrant town centre and numerous important cultural attractions make a stay here a relaxing and enlightening experience. The bustling Port Denarau is great for shopping with a number of exclusive boutiques and upmarket restaurants, while the Sabeto Hot Springs and Mud Pool – half-an-hour’s drive from town – are a popular way to escape the city streets for some mucky relaxation.

If you’d prefer to hit the beach, then head down to Wailoaloa Beach or New Town Beach where you can sip a cocktail on the golden sands as the gentle waves of the South Pacific lap against the shore. There are also plenty of dining options along these beach fronts, offering everything from traditional Fijian fare and Indian dishes to Western favourites.

If you’re looking for something a bit more active then check out the excellent 18-hole golf course just outside town. For a tranquil day out, the Garden of the Sleeping Giant, a ten-minute drive north of Nadi, houses a beautiful collection of native plants and flowers, including an impressive orchid collection. The garden was started by actor Raymond Burr – famous for his television role as Perry Mason – in the late 1970s and now contains over 2,000 species of orchid as well as an array of colourful Fijian plants. The TV star’s former holiday home is also open to the public in the garden which is open every day except Sunday.

The most impressive of Nadi’s cultural offerings is undoubtedly the Sri Siva Subramaniya Temple, the largest Hindu temple in the Southern Hemisphere. It is a fine example of traditional Indian architecture and is treasured by the island’s large Indian population and visitors alike.

Nadi is relatively safe but stick to daylight hours for exploring the city’s attractions and keep an eye on your valuables when out and about.

Where to stay in Nadi

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Wailoloa

3.5/5(7 area reviews)

While Wailoloa isn't home to many top sights, Wailoaloa Beach and Namaka Market are some notable places to visit nearby.

Wailoloa
Fiji Gateway Hotel
Fiji Gateway Hotel
3.5 out of 5
Opposite Nadi Airport, Queens Highway, Nadi
The price is S$137 per night from 10 Apr to 11 Apr
S$137
per night
10 Apr - 11 Apr
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly hotel in Nadi. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, 2 restaurants, and breakfast. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Friendly staff. Pool not so busy. Walking distance from airport, bus stop and town. Safe."

Reviewed on 27 Mar,2024

Fiji Gateway Hotel
Sheraton Fiji Golf & Beach Resort
Sheraton Fiji Golf & Beach Resort
5 out of 5
Denarau Island South, Po Box 9081, Nadi
The price is S$412 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
S$412
per night
5 Apr - 6 Apr
Stay at this luxury resort in Nadi. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Perfect for little kids and not as busy as other resorts we saw"

Reviewed on 24 Mar,2024

Sheraton Fiji Golf & Beach Resort
Hilton Fiji Beach Resort and Spa
Hilton Fiji Beach Resort and Spa
5 out of 5
Denarau Island, Nadi
The price is S$305 per night from 29 Apr to 30 Apr
S$305
per night
29 Apr - 30 Apr
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Nadi. Enjoy free parking, 9 outdoor pools, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Comfy beds, great location, plenty of dining options, friendly staff, regular transport running up and down outside the rooms to reception. Only feedback is that the staff doing daily room service were not always on the ball and missed some things from time to time (i.e. restocking of coffee sachets, ..."

Reviewed on 26 Mar,2024

Hilton Fiji Beach Resort and Spa
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Ratsun Nadi Airport Apartment Hotel
Ratsun Nadi Airport Apartment Hotel
4 out of 5
1 Queens Rd, Namaka, Nadi
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Nadi. Enjoy free parking, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (415 reviews)
"Staff were nice and friendly .Furniture inside need’s updating, No free Wi-Fi, available for fee ."

Reviewed on 12 Mar,2024

Ratsun Nadi Airport Apartment Hotel
The Terraces Apartments Resort
The Terraces Apartments Resort
3.5 out of 5
Denarau Island, Nadi
Stay at this 3.5-star spa aparthotel in Nadi. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a marina. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (730 reviews)
"Very clean, nice and convenient with all facilities. Loved our stay"

Reviewed on 25 Mar,2024

The Terraces Apartments Resort
Ramada Suites by Wyndham Wailoaloa Beach Fiji
Ramada Suites by Wyndham Wailoaloa Beach Fiji
4.5 out of 5
14 Wasawasa Road, Nadi Bay, Nadi
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Nadi. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (437 reviews)
Overnight stay
"We only stayed one night but would have enjoyed a little more time to enjoy the resort. Next time!"

Reviewed on 17 Mar,2024

Ramada Suites by Wyndham Wailoaloa Beach Fiji
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Nadi

3.5
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4 - Good
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3 - Okay
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2 - Disappointing
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2/5 - Disappointing

Verified traveller
21 Nov 2019

Not much there to see. Although the market is very interesting and an amazing place to take pictures.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
4 Nov 2019

Bit of a culture shock for me as I come from a quiet village in Scotland and 3 different locals all warned me to be careful incase I was robbed, not sure if I was seen as an easy target because I was on my own.

2/5 - Disappointing

Verified traveller
25 Oct 2019

Nothing there to see or do and we were accosted getting off the local bus. Be aware of scammers

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
15 Oct 2019

Malamala beach the best.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller
29 Aug 2019

Denarau where we stayed was really good. I did not like Nadi town. You just get folloeed to buy things and go on ttips with them

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
4 Aug 2019

very friendly people who are only too happy to help. You need to realise that things get done on "Fiji" time - perhaps not what we are used to!