With 3,500 private acres, Laucala resort prides itself on seamlessly blending into its jungly landscape. Lounge on the beach all week, try a new snorkeling spot every day, ride your own Fiji horse to explore the grounds. | Courtesy Laucala Island Resort
ByIslands StaffAug. 5, 2013
It doesn't get much more exclusive than the Laucala Island Resort off the coast of Taveuni, Fiji. Think empty beaches, Fijian bungalows built amid coconut plantations, volcanic mountains and your very own horse.
You can do laps in this 80-foot-long glass cube set inside the main lagoon-style pool. Or just retire to your suite's own private infinity pool. | Courtesy Laucala Island ResortNow, that's what we call a room with a view. | Courtesy Laucala Island ResortHere, every night begins with a show. | Courtesy Laucala Island ResortHang out on the beach — even the jetty counts as a view here. | Courtesy Laucala Island ResortGrab your snorkel and explore, spotting moray eels and angelfish just offshore. Be sure to make it out to the Great White Wall too, just 40 minutes from Laucala. | Courtesy Laucala Island ResortThis soaking tub seriously rocks. No pun intended. | Courtesy Laucala Island ResortThe pool view might be just as relaxing as the pool itself. | Courtesy Laucala Island ResortChill out with a cool cocktail at the Rock Lounge that overlooks Seagrass Bay. | Courtesy Laucala Island ResortThe two-bedroom overwater villa has multiple decks overlooking the water and a large infinity pool carved into the natural rock. Heavenly. | Courtesy Laucala Island ResortYep, we're still obsessed with this pool. | Courtesy Laucala Island ResortThe resort's beach bar delivers on delicious drinks served with a killer view. | Courtesy Laucala Island ResortWe're pretty sure this is what they mean when they say "romance." | Courtesy Laucala Island ResortSeagrass Lounge & Restaurant, accessible by land or water, has an Asian touch with Teppanyaki barbecue and other authentic dishes. Not to mention its to-die-for views of the Pacific. | Courtesy Laucala Island ResortThe Plateau Villa bedroom is one of just 25 traditional Fijian bungalows for the taking. | Courtesy Laucala Island ResortIs that a private pool? Oh yes, this is just outside the two-bedroom Plateau Villa room. | Courtesy Laucala Island ResortAs if you needed another reason to go here. | Courtesy Laucala Island ResortThe pools here echo the surrounding oceans — beautiful, relaxing and yours alone to enjoy. | Courtesy Laucala Island ResortOne of our favorite things about Laucala is the perfect balance of luxury and nature. | Courtesy Laucala Island ResortThe Seagrass Villa is nestled in lush tropical gardens and has its own private beach access. | Courtesy Laucala Island ResortEven your bathroom has a view of Fiji. | Courtesy Laucala Island ResortDo we really have to leave? | Courtesy Laucala Island Resort
