“Will return again next year, great spot and accommodation”

We had 4 nights in Savusavu on the next largest island and then back to Nadi to Smugglers for 4 nights. Rohit is the manager and he was extremely pleased to see us back again and made sure that we were looked after. They were there to meet us when we got off the plane and took us by their small bus to the hotel. It is a popular place for young ones (backpackers) and they are all well behaved. Our accommodation was upstairs and had private facilities, air con, TV, balcony, fridge etc. It is right on the water and there are activities to do each day which is run by the hotel staff. There are many island tours and day trips to do which can be organised at the excursion desk. We enjoyed dining at the various restaurants located within each surrounding resort, the food at Smugglers is of very high quality and comes with a great choice. You can get the local bus for about $!.20 (fiji) into the township if you want to shop, there is a small shop within the resort and a small supermarket within walking distance from the hotel. All in all a lovely relaxing place to stay with a light breakfast included in the tariff. We really feel at home there, hence our intention to return again next year. With the Australian dollar so strong, this is a very affordable holiday and only 4 hours away by plane.

“Lay over near Nadi”

I chose Smugglers Cove for its convenience - shuttle from the airport 15 mins - and its cheapness. My wife's heart sank when we arrived and she could have cried when the lack of apparent privacy of a dorm struck her. but it was perfectly fine and there were no problems. She was impressed that the staff were constantly keeping the whole place clean all the time. The staff were always helpful - we had a 10pm flight out of Fiji but had lock up luggage facilities and availability to the showers even though we had to be out of the dorm at 10am and stayed the rest of the day there. We in fact stayed twice, once on the way from LAX to Australia and on the way back. a google search shows it not near the beach it is in fact right on the beach. Slight warning about the sea there can be tiny lice creatures that bite in the sea. but the chlorine in the pool all though not noticable kills these creatures.

“Fun, Friendly, clean..”

great staff, good facilities, Rico the activities man is always keen to get you invloved (at no cost) the dorms were cool and the rooms clean ( I stayed in both) internet was fast and the place was full of friendly travellers. The food is of good quality and portion sixe is generous.

“Smuggler's Cove.”

This is the best place to stay. Clean rooms, good food, connections to every activity in Fiji. This place is really geared to the young backpacker who might prefer the cheap dorm rooms, but has wonderful private rooms for us elderly travelers as well. This is my second stay here, terrific place for the price. I have checked and you can't do better. I enjoyed the Kavaholics and the Fire Dance.

“Give it a go”

We stayed in an oceanview room for 5 nights, the room is clean and housekeep on a daily basis. There are staff constantly cleaning and tidying up around the property. Front of house staff are friendly and have a great sense of humour. Travel desk advisors are helpful, they went extra mile to ensure I get to do the things I wanted to do, gave very good advice and helped plan the rainy day activities. Restaurant services is is of high standard, delicious food, thou can be a bit pricy. Overall, their customer services is beyond my expectation, felt like a VIP. I will stay there again. The resort is on the beach and have dive shop, surf shop offer equipments, lessons and tours, so much in one place. I must mention they have in-house show twice a week, a must see event. It's a good place to meet other travellers too.

“Great stopover before departure”

My boyfriend and I stayed at Smugglers for a quick one night only before our flight back home. Location-wise it was about 15mins taxi ride from Nadi airport, and not very long into town. The service at reception was friendly and timely with no troubles with our booking. Our room and bathroom was clean and tidy. There was a little bit of smell from the toilet (even though it was white and spotless) but a slide of the bathroom door solved the problem. The double bed was also made up of two single beds pushed together but we didn't mind it at all. On with the other areas...Have to say the full body massage was AWESOME and great value! Nice relaxing beach area, happy with the free all-you-can-eat breakfast, a nice area to lie down on their seats along the beach. From this one-nighter we have decided to stay here again if we're in Nadi next time, compared to our expensive stay in the luxury resorts (where we can do the same thing but pay double as much).

“A great choice for all budgets”

I was here in November last year and loved it and the staff so much that I returned again as soon as I got the chance. The staff that were there last year all remembered me and my friends by name and all of the details of the previous trip - amazing. There was a somewhat deflated atmosphere but I put that down to the recent floods and business being more slack than usual. I also ate the food a lot last time and it was always amazing whereas this time the portions seemed smaller and the taste rather average. It's expensive for backpacker food but cheap for hotel food I guess.

“Amazing! Loved Smugglers Cove for Backpacker or Hotel”

This has great backpacker facilities but also amazing private rooms if you want more of a hotel. Wonderful location on the beach though not the best beach ever. But what made this outstanding was the staff. If you go there soon and get the chance to meet V, Philip, Gracie and Ase then give them much love from me. Without fail the staff and the amazing food were a winning combo.

“Good location, good price”

Smugglers Cove was a pleasant suprise. If you are looking for a inexpensive place to stay in Nadi than I would recommend this place. The only thing to be aware of is that there is nothing much to do in the immediate area (a few other backpakers/hotels) and the beach is nothing special. That being said, nowhere in Nadi has good beaches. Do as most people do, use Nadi as a temporary stopping point between the airport and the islands.

“Great place to unwind”

My husband and I recently had a 4 day getaway to Nadi, and found Smugglers Cove to be great to unwind in. All the staff were all very friendly and courteous. The only problem I had with the place was the food!! The night Chef not so bad, but who ever was on during the day was very average. The poor prawns in my Avacado and Prawn salad were pretty much fried beyond recognision!! So we didnt happen to eat much on our stay there.... thank god for alcohol!!!