Located in Namaqumaqua, Wellesley Resort is by the ocean, within a 15-minute drive of Rivers Fiji and Vunanui Bay. .This beach hotel is 7.1 mi (11.5 km) from Namatakula Beach and 9.8 mi (15.8 km) from Waidroka Bay Dock.
What's nearby
Rivers Fiji - 10 min drive
Vunanui Bay - 13 min drive
Namatakula Beach - 19 min drive
Kula Eco Park - 46 min drive
Sigatoka Sand Dunes - 66 min drive
Getting around
Nadi Intl. Airport (NAN) - 140 min drive
Restaurants
EcoCafe Fiji - 30 min drive
Moody Marlin Restaurant - 15 min drive
Waidroka Bar - 23 min drive
About this property
Wellesley Resort
Adults-only beachfront hotel with outdoor pool
Wellesley Resort offers 16 accommodations with hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas and include desks. Beds feature premium bedding. Refrigerators and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a private beach and an outdoor pool.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include massages.
Make yourself at home in one of the 16 guestrooms featuring refrigerators. Rooms have private furnished balconies or patios. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and separate sitting areas, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Relax on the private beach or enjoy other recreational amenities such as an outdoor pool. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and wedding services.
Grab a bite to eat at Wellesley Cafe, a poolside restaurant where you can take in the pool view and dine alfresco. You can also stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Need to unwind? Take a break with a tasty beverage at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, multilingual staff, and luggage storage. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.
Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 8:00 AM and 10:30 AM.
Wellesley Cafe - This poolside café serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting).
Room service (during limited hours) is available.
Languages
English
Property amenities
Internet
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and public transport
Free secured self-parking on site
24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)
Airport shuttle on request
Food and drink
Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee daily 8:00 AM–10:30 AM: FJD 15-25 per person
1 restaurant
2 bars/lounges
Room service available
Restaurants on site
Wellesley Cafe
Things to do
Access to nearby outdoor pool
Beach volleyball
Evening entertainment
Fishing
Outdoor pool
Private picnics
Snorkelling
Spa services
Conveniences
Front-desk safe
Guest services
Concierge services
Daily housekeeping
Dry-cleaning service
Front desk (limited hours)
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Tour/ticket assistance
Wedding services
Outdoors
Beach loungers
Beach umbrellas
Garden
Picnic area
Pool sunloungers
Pool umbrellas
Private beachfront location
Terrace
Spa
Massages
Accessibility
If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
This property does not have any lifts
Accessible airport shuttle
Step-free path to entrance
Wheelchair-accessible (may have limits)
More
Beach towels
Books
Couples dining
Designated smoking areas
Games
Renovated entire property – December 2023
Video library
Room amenities
Bedroom
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Bed sheets
Premium bedding
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower
Towels
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Fridge
More
Desk
Separate sitting area
Soundproofing
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 15
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children younger than 13 are not allowed at this adults-only property; all guests 13 and older are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately FJD 15 to 25 per person
Airport shuttle fee: FJD 230 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Children 12 years old and younger are not permitted at this adults-only property
Property is also known as
Wellesley Namaqumaqua
Wellesley Resort
Wellesley Resort Namaqumaqua
Wellesley Resort Hotel
Wellesley Resort Namaqumaqua
Wellesley Resort CFC Certified
Wellesley Resort Hotel Namaqumaqua
Wellesley Resort Reviews
Reviews
8.0
Very good
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Manager Riz provided exceptional service, very friendly, thoughtful and went above and beyond. Attention to detail is best way to describe such a wonderful natured human being :) The resort is very lucky to have him.
The grounds staff, kitchen and house keeping were all very welcoming and friendly x
The staff and the grounds are amazing, with an almost private beech in front of resort and an even more private beech a few minutes walk away. The road in is rough and it is at least 30 minutes drive to the nearest store. Sadly the resort no longer operates a bar or sells alcohol so you must BYO or walk 10 minutes to the Barefoot Resort. Breakfast and dinner excellent and good value for Fiji. Would stay again but bring more supplies.
We stayed one night and it was lovely. The road there was horrendous but it was worth it for the isolation it created. Very small and minimal in set up but worth the trek. Not we’d stay too long there again due to the isolation but it was perfect for our overall holiday in Fiji.
The pool villa was fantastic. The staff were super friendly. The beach has pure white sand. Eating a coconut straight off the tree was something to remember.
A beautiful quiet place to spend a weekend
About a 10 minute drive from the main road
Lovely meals from a small menu
Staff friendly
Our villa was comfortable
Beautiful grounds and view of the ocean
At night you just hear the waves rolling in …. How peaceful
Recently stayed for two weeks
The resort feels like it was built 20 years ago and nothing had been done since. It’s undeniably in a beautiful surrounding with a small village next door but definitely out of town.
Great for a pool side only holiday but food could do with some variety
Still enjoyed our time away felt very peaceful
Very private and peaceful! Talica and the staff were so helpful and friendly. You could not have a more welcoming and hospitable staff at a resort like this. I loved how private and quiet the beach is and it is so beautiful!
Yes the decking around the pool may need some work done but the pool is still great.
The food was lovely as well.
I booked in a massage by Mary at the nearby village. She has a little beach bure at the village for it and I felt so relaxed afterwards.
Just a caution for those wanting to book here, if you're taking a vehicle, you may need a car/ute that doesn't ride so low. The road can be a bit rough.
Verified traveller
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019
6/10 Okay
James
17 Dec 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
could be better
On the plus side this is a great location and the place is very clean, plus food was good. The staff were friendly but could have been more attentive, and too much loud music spoiled the atmosphere ( this was more for the staff than the customers). The resort needs some maintenance, particularly the deck around the pool which is a safety risk it is so rotten. We wouldn’t bother going back.
Service and staff were excellent, great quiet resort away from the large hotels. Food was top class, however some parts of the resort are looking tired. eg: Pool decking, path lighting , and the dirt road in ( would be a challenge in the rain.)
Amazing hideaway in the Fijian jungle with lovely staff and hospitality. The units could have done with a little sprucing up though, but was comfortable and enjoyable.
Verified traveller
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019
10/10 Excellent
Nerelle, Melbourne
Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with partner
This was the 3rd time that we had stayed at the Wellesley. It is the perfect place to just sit, relax and unwind and start our holiday off. It is a hidden paradise, with a tropical atmosphere. It is a bit out of the way from the hustle and bustle, but if you are just after some peace and quiet, this is the place to go.
We last visited the Wellesley about 4 years ago and on our last visit it needed a lot of TLC and repairs and therefore we had decided not to return. When looking on the internet, we saw a lot of improvements had been made and some rooms even had their own plunge pools, so we decided to give it a go once again.
We were not disappointed and learnt that it now has new management. The food was beautiful and the staff very helpful and friendly. Congratulations to all involved for improving this little piece of paradise in Fiji.
Nice and quiet, lovely beach with chairs on a deck, great gardens, nice restaurant, free breakfast was lovely, rooms very clean and well presented, great place for some down time away from
Your phone. Wifi only in restaurant area.
Absolutely loved it. A peaceful and tranquil adults only resort. Not too much to do unless you go on day trips which can be costly but a great experience. Walks along the beach watching the sunset and a swim in the pool is all you need. Meet with the locals from the village and for a sml fee they will teach you net fishing and take you snorkeling along the reef edge. Also if your lucky you will be invited for dinner in the village which was an amazing meal. Definitely take snacks and duty free alcohol as it is a little pricey. Staff are amazing and you feel like family from the moment you arrive. A definite must. The location is very isolated but that's why you go there.
This is paradise itself for people who want beautiful natural surroundings in a small resort, with excellent staff who cannot do enough to ensure customers have a fabulous stay. Everything about it is gorgeous.
THANKYOU The Wellesley Resort!
Julie
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2019
6/10 Okay
Verified traveller
28 Aug 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Out of the way need rental car to do things
Activities limited due to gear not working or broken I e kayak and snorkeling gear
Excellent Staff. Friendly, helpful, and very hard working. Made me feel at home. Amenities are somewhat lacking. There were 3 kayaks ( in poor shape ) with only 1 paddle, and sections of the beachfront porch were closed off as they were falling apart. The food in the restaurant is good, but menu is limited and somewhat pricey. There is a village next to the resort that offers various activities, massages, and well made Fijian handicrafts.
The staff were great and made a big effort to make your stay perfect for you. Friendly and warm people who seemed too very much enjoy their jobs. Loved being able to walk down to the beach swim and snorkel straight from the resort. Spectacular snorkelling at such a short distance offshore.
Verified traveller
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2019
6/10 Okay
Verified traveller
Travelled with partner
12 Aug 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This resort is very quiet with only 16 rooms and not next to any other establishments. It’s a 2 hour drive from the airport - I suggest sticking near Port Denaurau to get the most of your holiday and if you like a bit more of a social scene.
The resort does offer free airport pick-ups, but they were 45min late which made us nervous. The driver was very nice though and the car was comfortable.
Rooms are large and comfortable with A/C and loved the outdoor shower. Wi-go doesn’t reach the rooms, but is good in the common areas.
Food was amazing every single meal.
Kayaks are a bit sketchy... pool is a bit dated.
Recommend going on the hill walk through the village.
Instead of paying $75 pp for return transport to airport, consider taking the express bus (nice charter bus) from the main road ($10 one way) - hotel will organize drop-off for you (3min drive)