Fiji hotel favourite unveils a new look

Fiji has long been a favourite holiday destination for Australians - particularly family groups.

It seems to have fallen behind Bali, Thailand and Vietnam in terms of media focus in recent years.

One long-time Fiji favourite, Fiji Gateway Hotel, is aiming to turn that tide with the completion of the new accommodation wing, along with an expanded dining facility.

The expansion introduces 47 modern new rooms and suites and doubles the hotel’s restaurant capacity, the Raffe Hotels and Resorts group announced.

Situated directly opposite Nadi International Airport, Fiji Gateway Hotel is a convenient base for starting or ending a Fiji adventure, or for anyone in transit. 

The development, designed by Fiji-based company Architects Pacific, features 44 deluxe rooms and three two-bedroom suites designed for families. The hotel’s total room inventory has increased from 95 to 135.

The interiors have been crafted by New Zealand design studio Furnz Group, drawing inspiration from Fiji’s natural beauty.

Each room features bespoke pieces developed in collaboration with Rise Beyond the Reef, a Fijian non-profit organisation supporting rural Indigenous women and their families.

The expanded Palm Court Restaurant includes a new indoor dining room, offering additional space while maintaining the relaxed, open-air dining experience.

"Fiji Gateway Hotel has consistently operated at high occupancy, and with surging visitor numbers, we recognised the need to expand our accommodation and dining offerings," said Lee Pearce, CEO of Raffe Hotels & Resorts. 

"These new rooms and the additional restaurant space allow us to provide more choice and comfort for our guests, while ensuring they continue to enjoy the warm hospitality and tropical charm that Fiji Gateway is known for."

For more information see www.fijigateway.com.