We chose Maravu for our bi-annual Christmas trip for our kids and grandkids. It was perfect place for a family vacation. The snorkeling was great for the adults and the kids, and it was right out front of the resort - no driving or boat rides needed. The pool was a perfect way to relax and kick back after a day in salt water. Hikes and shopping trips were available every day for our family.

Our bures were amazing. The kids and grandkids had huge decks to relax and play. We stayed in the Treehouse - a perfect place for Santa to bring his gifts. and a marvelous retreat for grandparents at the end of a day with views of the surrounding islands.

The food was absolutely wonderful. The staff was flexible, meeting the tastes of the grandkids ages 3,5, and 7 and keeping the parents and grandparents enjoying a gourmet dinner every night. Picnics on the beach were events we will cherish. We especially enjoyed the surprise visit of a local church choir on Christmas Eve. What a great was to celebrate the holiday!

We've been to other resorts in Fiji several times and we'll definitely return to Maravu!

I have been to Fiji many times as I fell in love with it the first time I visited in 2005. Maravu was highly recommended, but I was bored by the complacency of the staff and also by the caliber of the guests. Maybe it was bad timing, but we ended up spending time with a couple from Southern California who were born again Christians and also with a family of redneck neo-nazis from Chicago. Not a great group. After 5 days, I had enough and ended up moving over to Taveuni Island Resort, which had a much more sophisticated and high end service. I have since become even more enamored of Fiji and intend to buy a resort there, but I have found Beqa Lagoon is one of the best locations due to its diving and proximity to the Nadi airport.

My wife and I had a wonderful wedding and honeymoon at Maravu. The only complaint we have is that it took them an hour to have our room ready. After a 13 hour flight that is the last thing you want. All the staff we came into contact with were beyond nice. Flo was the wedding planner and we could not be happier with her work ( especially the pictures she took with our camera). Our bure was #20 and had the best oceanview. It could use a little TLC. There were a couple of minor issues. We loved that we hardly ever saw the maid and they did a wonderful job. We also loved the turn down service every night. The activities they offered were great. We did the honeymoon island, bouma waterfalls and levena costal walk. Loved them all!!! Did not like the drive to the walk and waterfalls it was beyond bumpy. The food is increadible!!! I loved it all and had plenty of it. The beach was nice. It felt like we were the only ones on it most of the time. Snorkling right off the beach is pretty good. The privacy in the bure and around the resort is very good. Alot of the time it seemed like we were the only ones at the resort. The nightly band was nice and Meke dancers were great. We loved learning about the culture and Fijian ways. We would recommend this resort to anyone wanting to have a wedding, honeymoon or just a vacation.

Just returned from a fatastic Fijian holiday at the equally exotic Maravu Plantation resort.

To begin with, there aren't enough adjectives around to do this place justice.

From the moment you arrive on the island, you are treated like a beloved long-lost family member. The hotel staff of at least 2-3 people are waiting for you to deplane and to whisk you and your luggage off to the resort, where the welcoming party SERENADE your arrival and present you with a refreshing coconut drink.

The resort itself is immaculate. It is so peaceful and serene, everything is so very well maintained and efficiently run. By the time I completed my registration, the daily buffet breakfast was beckoning, and immediately after my meal, I was shown to my quarters.

I had bure #15 and I LOVED IT!!! There were no phones, no TV's no WIFI, air conditioning and a bubbling spa that soothed my tired body after a 10 hour flight and the hustle and bustle of Los Angeles. Talk about pure bliss.

I have to compliment the staff for the incredible service. They truly get to know you while you are there, they treat you like royalty and they do a magnificent job of it. The staff are communicative, pro-active, pay attention to detail and all possess a highly-tuned sense of humor. Special appreciation to Chookie, Suka, Laite, Fine, Lilibet, Tina, Tupena, Pate and William.

Oh and did I mention the food! In a word - FANTASTIC!!! The resort chef, Roy is a gem. I highly recommend his pumpkin soup and his baked fish. One can tell that the ingredients are of the freshest quality (there is an organic veggie garden on the resort) and literally plucked from the garden an hour before it's served to you.

There is a pool at the resort, but I passed on it for the secluded sandy private beach and the magnificent ocean. The water is literally 5 shades of blue. It must be experienced to be appreciated.

Overall I would say this is probably the best hotel I've ever stayed in and I am extremely fussy! Some folks may take exception to not being able to access the internet or not having a phone in their rooms, but in this case, those are positives as to why one should visit this little slice of bliss.

I highly recommend Maravu to anyone thinking of visiting!!! Expect 4-star service and experience 5-star luxury!