Wellesley Resort offers a private beach where you can enjoy beach umbrellas, volleyball and sunloungers, plus you'll have access to on-site snorkelling. The outdoor pool provides fun for everyone, while guests in the mood for pampering can indulge in massages. Offering ocean views, Wellesley Cafe serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Other highlights include 2 bars/lounges, a snack bar/deli and a terrace.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
16 rooms
Arranged over 1 level
Arriving/Leaving
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 time is 11:00 AM
Restrictions related to your trip
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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
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum guest age is 13
Minimum check-in age is 15
Children
Children (12 years old and younger) are not allowed
No cots (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Parking
Free secured on-site self-parking
Transfers
Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours a day)*
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Caters to adults only
Property amenities
Food and drink
Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:00 AM–10:30 AM
2 bars/lounges
Restaurant
Private dining
Private picnics
Room service (limited hours)
Snack bar/deli
What to do
On a private beach
Beach volleyball
Snorkelling
Evening entertainment
Fishing
Access to nearby outdoor pool
Ecotours nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Parasailing nearby
Scuba-diving nearby
Skydiving nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Multilingual staff
Beach sunloungers
Beach towels
Beach umbrellas
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Facilities
Built in 2007
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
An outdoor pool
Spa services
Video library
Traditional architecture
Accessibility
Accessible airport shuttle
Step-free path to entrance
Room amenities
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Sleep well
Soundproofed rooms
Premium bedding
What to enjoy
Furnished balcony/patio
Separate sitting area
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Food and drink
Fridge
More
Daily housekeeping
Special features
Spa
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. Services include massages.
Dining
Wellesley Cafe – This poolside café serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting).
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately FJD 15 to 25 per person
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of FJD 230 per vehicle (one-way. Maximum occupancy 4)
Policies
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting on-site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Also known as
Wellesley Namaqumaqua
Wellesley Resort
Wellesley Resort Namaqumaqua
Wellesley Resort Hotel
Wellesley Resort Namaqumaqua
Wellesley Resort CFC Certified
Wellesley Resort Hotel Namaqumaqua
Frequently asked questions
Is there a pool at Wellesley Resort?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Wellesley Resort?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Wellesley Resort?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by Wellesley Resort?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is FJD 230 per vehicle one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Wellesley Resort?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
What is there to do at Wellesley Resort and nearby?
Have fun with on-site activities such as fishing, snorkelling and volleyball. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include 2 bars and a private beach. Wellesley Resort also has spa services and a picnic area, as well as a garden and access to a nearby outdoor pool.
Are there restaurants at or near Wellesley Resort?
Yes, Wellesley Cafe offers al fresco dining and ocean views.
Does Wellesley Resort have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a furnished balcony or patio.
What's the area around Wellesley Resort like?
Wellesley Resort is located on the waterfront.
Popular attractions include Namatakula Beach, which is 19 minutes away by car.
Wellesley Resort Reviews
Reviews
8.0
Very good
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8.2/10
Cleanliness
8.4/10
Staff & service
7.4/10
Amenities
7.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.2/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
14 Sep 2024
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
Marlaena
Marlaena, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
27 Aug 2024
Riz and his team and great 👍
Riz, the hotel manager and his team were great and very friendly. Highly recommend.
Gero
Gero, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
22 Aug 2024
Very quiet and peaceful and surrounding was beautiful service by the property manager was exceptional and very personal he took very good care of you.
Mathew
Mathew, 6-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review
2/10 Poor
10 Aug 2024
Rachel
Rachel, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
11 Jun 2024
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.
Jeff
Jeff, 4-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
24 Apr 2024
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.
Sal
Sal, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
15 Sep 2022
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.
Graham
Graham, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
17 Jul 2022
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
Kylie
Kylie, 2-night romance trip
Verified Wotif guest review
10/10 Exceptional
7 Feb 2020
Excellent service. Thank you for a memorable stay.
Verified traveller
1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
22 Jan 2020
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
Verified traveller
14-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
20 Dec 2019
Stunning and with Amazing Staff!
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
2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
17 Dec 2019
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.
James
James, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
27 Nov 2019
Hidden Gem in the rainforest
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.)
Richard
Richard, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
25 Nov 2019
Excellent Staff Talitha Scooby and Mereehi, nothing a problem, food is fabulous, beach is fabulous, place could do with a bit of TLC
Verified traveller
7-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
20 Oct 2019
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
4-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
4 Oct 2019
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.
Nerelle
Nerelle, 6-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
25 Sep 2019
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.
Verified traveller
2-night romance trip
Verified Wotif guest review
10/10 Exceptional
21 Sep 2019
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.
Verified traveller
13-night trip with friends
Verified Lastminute guest review
10/10 Exceptional
3 Sep 2019
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5-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review
10/10 Exceptional
31 Aug 2019
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
Julie, 12-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
28 Aug 2019
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
Verified traveller
4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
21 Aug 2019
Verified traveller
3-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review
8/10 Very good
20 Aug 2019
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.
Ed
Ed, 13-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
15 Aug 2019
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
6-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review
6/10 Good
12 Aug 2019
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)