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Reviews of Musket Cove Island Resort 4 stars

Malolo Lailai, Malolo Lailai, Fiji

#2 of 4 hotels in Malolo Lailai

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Review score

Based on 192 hotel reviews

8.5

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.9

  • Comfort

    8.9

  • Location

    9.2

  • Facilities

    8.3

  • Staff

    9.3

  • Value for money

    8.0

  • Free WiFi

    4.4

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  • Reviewed: 20 April 2024

    7.0
    Great, but even better if...
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Beach Front Bungalow - Adults Only
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Entertainment was only offered on Saturday night, every other night you were left to your own devices. Would've been great to have live music a few times a week at the island bar or even just some night time activities. Swim up bar wasn't open and drink service around the pool was sub par - if you wanted a drink, you had to leave the pool and approach staff. Bikes weren't free - we think these should really be included in the price you pay for the package.

    Food was delicious - the buffet at Dick's each night didn't disappoint!! Location was stunning, we couldn't stop looking at the palm trees and beautiful vistas. Snorkelling was great at the island and the surrounding areas. Good optional extras - island hopping, cloud 9, sandbank snorkel etc. Beach front bure - adults only, loved how peaceful and cute it was. Strong cocktails 🍻

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 April 2024

    10
    100% will be back. The staff were amazing along with the serenity. Our kids 18months and 3 loved every minute. The food
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Villa with Garden View
    • Stayed 10 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Lack of washing facilities

    Loved how calm it was all my with the serenity. We wanted something traditional and beautiful. It was nice and clean and the staff were phenomenal

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 April 2024

    9.0
    You can do it all or do nothing, the perfect holiday for me 🌸
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Bungalow with Lagoon View
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Loved it all !!

    Well positioned, eating area close to the ocean and pool, perfect outlook - exceptional staff who enjoy their work and looking after their guests. Fabulous variety of food - plenty of activities- A wonderful experience.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 April 2024

    9.0
    Memorable stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Bungalow with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Was a bit muddy outside our garden bure. the ground dips a bit in this area and there had been heavy rains leading up to our stay. One of the snorkelling trips had limited visibility. Probably due to recent weather.

    Liked the village visit. Kids bought a bunch of souvenirs. Liked the aqua blue waters. Liked the sandbank snorkel trip. Liked having lunch on the Island Bar during the day. Idyllic location. Kids loved riding bikes to get around.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 April 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom Villa with Garden View
    • Stayed 9 nights

    all the meals were fantastic

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 April 2024

    10
    Wonderful family memories made!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Bungalow with Garden View
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    With the recent heavy rain, drainage in some areas in front of the Bure was problematic, water becoming stagnant. Difficult to manage with the weather.

    The fabulous staff and great food!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 March 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Bungalow with Lagoon View
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It would be super helpful to have drying racks in the room to hang our wet clothes, togs etc... and insect screens on the sliding doors in our garden villa would have been great so that we could enjoy the warm breeze without mosquitos coming inside.

    Beautiful resort, lovely staff, delicious food. Special thanks to the maintenance and ground staff who worked so hard keeping things running in what was terrible weather much of the time we were there. Lice and the restaurant staff were just wonderful and our daughter adored Suly who ran the activities. We will be back as soon as possible.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 March 2024

    10
    Excellent food. Beautiful location especially for watching the sunset. Lots to do!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Bungalow with Garden View
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Clean and comfortable. Food was delicious.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 March 2024

    10
    It's a very unforgettable time.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Bungalow with Garden View
    • Stayed 4 nights

    Our suite was a bit far from the reception and restaurant. When it rains, water will accumulate outside the suite, which is very difficult for walking, but I think this problem will be solved after the renovation.

    Breakfast was very hearty. There are a lot of different options every day to fill my day. Lunch was quite simple but enough to recharge everyone for the afternoon activities. Dinner was very sumptuous too and there was a band playing for us every night with us.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 February 2024

    7.0
    VINAKA MUSKET COVE ISLAND RESORT.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Two-Bedroom Villa with Lagoon View
    • Stayed 4 nights

    A cautionary note: the last catamaran to the Malolo Lailai Island where Musket Cove Island Resort is at, leaves Nadi at 5:30 PM daily. The catamaran takes approximately 1 hour to reach the island. Our flight from NZ arrived late, we arrived about 5 PM, the catamaran would not wait for us to take the 1/2 hour shuttle to the port so we missed that last transfer which costs $95 / person. We had a choice of waiting until the following morning or arranging a private boat to take us to the island, the cost $300 / person, in our case $1200 FJ or $600 USD approx. We calculated this was cheaper than spending the night (hotel, meals, taxi & transfer). You might say.. book an earlier flight but this was the only flight arriving from Auckland, NZ. The resort is looking a little tired in some places but we did notice the resort is making efforts in repairs and upgrades.

    We had the all-inclusive package, generally the food was pretty good but sometimes over-cooked, especially fish and chicken. The staff were amazing, friendly, attentive and helpful. Beautiful location and sunsets. Good snorkelling and other water activities, beautiful beaches. Great entertainment with great voices. The Trader Cafe offered good menu items. The unit was good, the staff who take care of the rooms were excellent. I loved the fact staff greet the catamaran with a welcoming song... great harmonies and voices. Nice touch.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 February 2024

    10
    Fantastic when can we go back!!!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Bungalow with Lagoon View
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The pool was full of algae when we arrived, they cleaned it over several days but still wasn’t very clean. You had to buy water, they give you 2 bottles a day but between 4 in the heat it doesn’t go far so it’s really adds up.

    The rooms were fantastic and the service from moment of arrival was awesome, stunning beaches, great activities, the food was AMAZING!!! So much to love!

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 January 2024

    9.0
    Fantastic resort with great staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Villa with Lagoon View
    • Stayed 5 nights

    Internet was only available at reception and dining room.

    Great sized room, that was very clean. Food which was part of package was epic. Staff were really friendly and helpful. Amazing location.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 January 2024

    10
    Amazing time
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Bungalow with Garden View
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No wifi in room.

    Staff, food and facilities amazing.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 January 2024

    9.0
    Loved it
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Villa with Lagoon View
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Rooms and facilities could use freshening.

    Beautiful resort, and lovely staff! A good value and nice amenities.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 January 2024

    10
    Island Paradise!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Beach Front Bungalow - Adults Only
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We absolute loved our stay.. we were here for three nights and it was the epitome of relaxation. The island was gorgeous, it was our first time in Fiji and we were very impressed. The staff were so welcoming, friendly and genuine - they welcomed us like family. We stayed in a beach front Bure which was peaceful, spacious and comfortable, and most importantly the beach was right at the door step! We will definitely be back ☺️ Claire and John

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 January 2024

    8.0
    Lovely Island to walk, swim and relax. Great scuba and snorkelling just 10 mins from where you stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Villa with Garden View
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The resort was spread out and we could have used the bikes but at 45FJ a day they were not being hired. In contrast Plantation Island resort has heaps of guests hiring. If the charge was 45 FJ for your whole stay that would be reasonable.

    The meals were excellent. We had the all inclusive meal package. There was great snorkelling just off the end of the island. No kids club they had more family activities each day like weaving or beach volleyball.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 January 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Villa with Garden View
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Not a big fan of the inclusive food package.

    A beautiful island resort with amazing staff.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 January 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Beach Front Bungalow - Adults Only
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The pool, pool area & restaurant was tired, the food for the price was OK. Didn't have toiletries refilled. There was 1 night when there was the smell of sewage next to the Restaurant.

    Liked the location, the accommodation (needs a little love) but they are well planned with aircon and very spacey), staff except for 1, activities that are available,

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 January 2024

    8.0
    Very quiet, great food, older style resort
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Bungalow with Garden View
    • Stayed 8 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It’s all a bit old and grubby and needs updating. The sheets and towels are old, yellowish and had stains and house keeping didn’t clean shower or surfaces or change the sheets/pool towels/refill toiletries. No coffee, only teas and decaf in bungalow. :-( Drinks are not included in the meal plan. Our bungalow’s lock didn’t work well, but we gave up after a while. Most disappointing was the pool area. It’s a big salt water pool but no shade at all (so water is hot) and the cabanas are black! so unusable in the sun. Pool was covered in algae. Deck is uneven and has holes. There need to be more umbrellas, better filters and shade, no salt water. Not much to do for kids and no food for kids at dinners. Eating area needs more fans or aircon. You can walk to Plantation Island resort if you want better pools and if you prefer more entertainment. Apparently you can use their kids club too. No snorkelling in the bay and sandbank got boring, snorkelling off Plantation beach was ok. So, not the best snorkel destination unless you go out to the reef.

    Location and lay-out of the resort are so quiet and relaxing. The entire bay is super shallow, so great for kids. The food was exceptional, still dreaming of the muffins, salads and desserts. The huts have a good size and little kitchenette and you get two bottles of water a day. Best thing was the deep water snorkelling, the reef was incredible, highly recommend! Friendly staff and a supermarket on site, which was so handy. NYE fireworks were really good!

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 January 2024

    8.0
    A good stay which could be made better with some minor improvements..
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Bungalow with Garden View
    • Stayed 3 nights

    - Out of our two rooms in the garden bure, only one had aircon. It was extremely hot in December. - The waiting area in the hotel has no air con or fan and can be an issue if we are waiting after check out (for the boat to arrive for transfer) - No wifi in rooms - Rooms are a bit old - No locks in toilet doors

    The following were the positives. - All 3 meals included (Food is otherwise very expensive) - Free included Snorkeling trip (This was the best part of our entire trip) - Free kayaks and paddle boards -Has a supermarket at reasonable rates -Great people. Out of the 3 resorts we stayed, Musket cove had the friendliest staff.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 31 December 2023

    8.0
    Second visit here, staff are always welcoming and friendly
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Bungalow with Garden View
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Cost

    Staff are friendly, helpful and wonderful

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 30 November 2023

    9.0
    Lovely relaxing island break
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Villa with Garden View
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Lovely sandy beach, large outdoor swimming pool, well equipped room. We stayed in a Garden Villa room with beds downstairs for the children and an upstairs mezzanine master bedroom with ensuite. Booking ferry transfers was easy though the hotel and it all worked seamlessly. A cyclone blew through while we were staying and the staff were well organised and provided breakfast food in advance for the morning the restaurants were closed. The little plunge pool on the patio was excellent.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 12 November 2023

    7.0
    Wonderful time with the whole family.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Villa with Garden View
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Our sons families villa was not well setup for small children. They had trouble with their air conditioner. Pool was very rundown pool with its surrounding area slippery and unsafe for children.

    Very friendly staff, beautiful setting. Our room was very comfortable. Staff were particularly great with children.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 12 November 2023

    10
    Loved it. Home rested & relaxed
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom Villa with Lagoon View
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Hot trips back and forth Golf karts would be great for the private villas

    Loved the laidback relaxed vibe Our private villa over the water no 45 a bit of a hike there and back from Dicks Loved the bar island fun

    Stayed in November 2023

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