April 13th, 2006, by Mary Winston Nicklin
Announcing the New Westin Denarau Island Resort and Spa, Fiji
In a week, Westin is opening the doors to luxury in its first property in the South Pacific. Say hello to the new Westin Denarau Island Resort and Spa, Fiji. A five-star oasis surrounded by tropical gardens and long, palm-graced sandy beaches. The old Sheraton got a $15 million makeover and morphed into a brand-spanking-new Westin, its style and architecture designed to reflect Fiji’s cultural heritage. The resort’s new Heavenly Spa is the largest in Fiji. Set within a 1,350-square meter meditation garden, the Spa features eight Fijian-style treatment bures and two suites, a Vichy shower treatment room, a hydrotherapy room, a wet-edge lap pool, and Jacuzzi. Hit the gym (Westin’s WORKOUT Powered by Reebok fitness center is packed with state-of-the-art equipment), soak up the rays by the three-tier swimming pool, enjoy the beach and extensive water sports program, or play some tennis or golf. The introductory rate of $183 a night is almost too good to be true. The special promotional offer includes luxurious accommodations, full breakfast, a spa credit, complimentary dinner for two, and complimentary champagne in room upon arrival. Available through June 30, 2006. But keep in mind that from April 20-October 2006, the resort is still undergoing minor construction, refurbishing the remaining guestrooms.
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Vagablond, “Something New: The Westin Denarau Island Resort and Spa: Denarau Island, Fiji”
I visited the Westin Fiji Resort last week and found it a little dark and tired compared to the neighbouring Sheraton. My favorite Denarau Island Resort is the new Hilton which is at the end of a peninsula, allowing the designers to create an artificial beach which actually has a South Seas air. The downside is that the Fiji Hilton is still under construction although you can’t actually see the part they’re still building from the wing which has opened.
Thanks so much for this awesome info. The insider tips are much appreciated. Do you have any more luxury hotel visits on the agenda this week?
Best wishes and many thanks,
Mary
Stop destroying the vanua with huge horrible resorts! Stop spoiling land, people and culture with your mass tourism madness and giving nothin back to the people of Fiji!
God Bless you!
the sofitel fiji resort and spa is top class when it comes to all those fiver stars on denarau island. the westin needs some light and and mozzie magnets…youch