Tambua Sands Beach Resort

Very neglected resort. No money is going into the rooms/villas. The staff is hit & miss, pressured upselling for everything if not registered to the all-inclusive option. Management is pinching Pennies anywhere possible. Arrived at 8pm on a Tuesday night and the lobby was dark and no one to provide info. On hours for restaurant, how to connect with wifi or password, no one to help with linens, no bottled water or prepackaged snack for the room. We had a security guard drag our carry-ons through dirt and gravel to our room as a welcome. The beach/ocean is ankle deep most of the day, not suitable for swimming with all the huge rocks in the way. Expensive meals and drinks. Not what we saw on this website, I hope this helps others.

We stayed two weeks at Tambua Sands Beach Resort on Fiji’s Coral Coast as an adults-only couples resort. The location is stunning—the protected lagoon, beach, and sunsets are spectacular. What impressed us most was the genuine warmth and friendliness of the local Fijian people. Resort gardening staff and housekeepers were outstanding—always smiling and helpful. Locals in the surrounding area were equally kind. Rooms were decent and cozy, reasonably clean for beachfront (expect sand). Housekeeping excelled. Drawbacks: unnecessary extra twin bed, inconsistent bathroom light, stretching mats not allowed in room, daily WiFi resets, and no microwave to prepare your own food. Dining was the biggest issue. The only nearby option was the resort restaurant, it serves mostly processed, greasy food. With wheat/egg allergies clearly stated, staff lacked training. A “safe” hamburger had egg in it which triggered my worst reaction—I was bedridden the entire second week. Vegetables washed in local water made half resort customers sick. Laundry returned smelling worse than when taken in. We left a night early due to illness but were still charged. Airport transfers exceeded local taxi prices. The warm local staff and community shine, but the owner chooses processed foods over quality. Better allergy training, fresher non processed food options would transform this beautiful spot. Great potential for a peaceful retreat. Recommend cautiously and only for those without dietary restrictions.

Great place!!!

The perfect resort to do absolutely nothing and rest

Brilliant staff peace surroundings the lot