If you’re dreaming of a tropical island escape with kids in tow, Treasure Island Fiji Resort (officially Nakelo Treasure Island) is one of the most accessible island resorts in the Mamanucas. Just a short boat ride from Nadi, this 4-star resort offers families a slice of island paradise with the bonus of a kids’ club, safe swimming spots, and meal-inclusive packages.
But let’s face it, Fiji is expensive. And while Treasure Island isn’t quite as expensive as some other island resorts in Fiji, it’s not exactly kind on the wallet either. Is it worth the expense for families? Check out what we loved and didn’t love about it in our YouTube video below. For a more in-depth review, keep reading …
Location
Set in the stunning Mamanuca Islands, Treasure Island Fiji is about a 30-minute boat ride from Vuda Marina (roughly 25 minutes from Nadi International Airport) or 45 minutes from Port Denarau Marina (around 20 minutes from Nadi International Airport). Its location means you’re far enough from the mainland for that dreamy island feel, but close enough that transfers are easy with kids. Families can book transfers directly through the resort. Once on the island, you won’t need cars or public transport – everything is within walking distance.
Accommodation features
Treasure Island Fiji offers traditional bures (bungalows) dotted along the beachfront. Rooms are air-conditioned, comfortably sized, and available in configurations that suit couples, small families, or larger groups. All of the bures offer an interconnecting option, perfect for families needing more space.
For parents, essentials like cots, rollaway beds, and extra bedding are available on request. While the rooms aren’t overly luxurious, they’re practical, clean, and designed with families in mind. Each has a private balcony with seats and there are hammocks slung between the trees near most bures.
On-site activities and entertainment
The standout feature for families with young kids is the Little Treasures Kids’ Club. Catering to children from 4 to 11, it runs daily activities ranging from basket weaving to Fijian language and cultural experiences.
For teens, activities include mini golf, snorkelling, paddleboarding, tennis, volleyball and any daily activities on offer.
Facilities include:
- Swimming pool with shallow areas for kids
- Mini-golf
- Tennis courts
- Daily fish feeding/snorkelling
- Roster of daily activities
- Turtle and Iguana feeding
- Free use of snorkelling equipment and kayaks
Evenings often feature live entertainment with singing and sometimes dancing (if it’s island night). It’s laid-back enough for families to enjoy together.
Dining options
Meals are typically included in package deals. The main restaurant offers buffet and à la carte dining, with plenty of options for fussy eaters. There is a kids’ menu available, and high chairs are provided.
For parents, the resort offers themed nights (think BBQ buffets and seafood evenings), while kids often eat earlier at supervised sittings with the kids’ club staff – handy if you’d like a quiet dinner.
Although there are no off-island restaurants nearby (you’re on a private island, after all) and it’s not super fancy, the food variety is decent and meals are generous.
Staff and service
Like most places in Fiji, the staff are the heart of the experience. The “Treasure Island aunties and uncles” running the kids’ club are particularly warm and engaging, making children feel like part of the family. Babysitting services are also available, but you’ll need to give 24 hours notice. Basically, you’re treated like family from arrival to departure, and honestly, it feels pretty good!
Staff throughout the resort are friendly and very helpful, although service can feel a little slow during peak dinner times -something common across island resorts in Fiji.
What could be better at Treasure Island Fiji Resort
Although the bures have been renovated, some buildings and equipment are a little outdated when compared with the bigger brand-name resorts.
The PADI Dive Centre mentioned on their website did not appear to be operating, with an empty dive pool and dive excursions being booked with external operators. This isn’t a huge problem, but it meant we were at the whim of the external dive provider, who cancelled on us at the last minute and then left us hanging until the last day to find out if we could get back on another dive. We did, and it was amazing … but the process was a little frustrating in the absence of an on-site dive centre.
Probably the thing that irked me the most was the cost of the snacks in the little island resort shop. I understand that island prices are always going to be expensive and why, but over $25 for a block of chocolate just feels like a rort. So if you think you might want a treat or some biscuits for the kids, it’s worth bringing some over from the mainland.
Value for money
Fiji resorts aren’t cheap, and Treasure Island Fiji is no exception. However, it’s also not as pricey as some of the bigger named resorts. What you’re paying for is the stunning island setting, a beach-side bure, the kids’ club, and meal-inclusive packages. Many families feel it’s worth it for the convenience and stress-free planning.
Overall experience at Treasure Island Fiji Resort
What we loved:
- Lagoon-style beach perfect for safe swimming
- Snorkelling directly off the shore
- Daily game of volleyball with the staff
- Easy transfers from Nadi
- Family-focused atmosphere
- Roomy bures
- Hammocks around the bures
- Free daily activities
- Free use of snorkelling equipment and kayaks
- Fully owned by local landowners
- Kids’ club has engaging activities
What we didn’t love:
- Pricing is on the higher side for meals and in the resort shop (this isn’t unusual for island resorts in Fiji)
- Limited dining variety compared to mainland resorts
- Some buildings and structures could use a refresh in some areas
- WiFi doesn’t reach the bures and is only available at the main reception
Conclusion
If you’re after a five-star experience with all the modern niceties, you should probably look elsewhere. However, if you can look past a few outdated buildings and are instead seeking roomy bures, a beautiful location with a focus on nature, help with the kids, and that wonderful Fijian hospitality, Treasure Island Fiji is a great choice and totally worth it for families.
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