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Dreams Playa Esmeralda Resort & SpavsSheraton Fiji Golf & Beach Resort
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Scores at a Glance
Dreams Playa Esmeralda Resort & SpaSheraton Fiji Golf & Beach Resort
Overall
8.6
8.7
Beach
9.0
6.7
Food
8.2
8.1
Service
8.0
8.7
Rooms
8.8
8.4
Luxury
8.5
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Value
8.0
7.9
Romance
8.2
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Scores out of 10 · higher is better
Quick Stats
| Dreams Playa Esmeralda Resort & Spa | Measure | Sheraton Fiji Golf & Beach Resort |
|---|---|---|
| 8.6 | Overall Score | 8.7 (better) |
| 5-star | Star Rating | 5-star |
| 4.3 (445) | Google Rating | 4.4 (2,367) (better) |
| (better)From $172 | Price / Night (pp) | From $197 |
| No | Adults Only | No |
| Yes | Kids' Club | Yes |
| Oceanfront | Beachfront | Near coast |
| Grand | Resort Size | Mid-size |
| 90 min | Airport Transfer | 30 min (better) |
All Scores
| Dreams Playa Esmeralda Resort & Spa | Measure | Sheraton Fiji Golf & Beach Resort |
|---|---|---|
| (better)9.0 | Beach | 6.7 |
| (better)8.2 | Food | 8.1 |
| 8.0 | Service | 8.7 (better) |
| (better)8.8 | Rooms | 8.4 |
| 8.5 | Pools | 8.8 (better) |
| 8.5 | Luxury | – |
| (better)8.0 | Value | 7.9 |
| (better)8.8 | Family | 8.6 |
| 8.2 | Romance | – |
| 8.2 | Quiet | – |
| 8.0 | Adventure | – |
| 8.2 | Wellness | – |
| 7.0 | Remote work | – |
| – | Accessibility | 8.4 |
Of the 11 measures we call, Dreams Playa Esmeralda Resort & Spa leads on 6 and Sheraton Fiji Golf & Beach Resort leads on 5.
Vibes
| Dreams Playa Esmeralda Resort & Spa | Measure | Sheraton Fiji Golf & Beach Resort |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Romance | – |
| Yes | Quiet | – |
Activities
| Dreams Playa Esmeralda Resort & Spa | Measure | Sheraton Fiji Golf & Beach Resort |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Spa | Yes |
| Yes | Diving | – |
| Yes | Water sports | Yes |
| Yes | Nightlife | – |
| Yes | Kids | Yes |
| – | Golf | Yes |
Dreams Playa Esmeralda Resort & Spa
- Guests 18 and over get free access to the neighboring Secrets Playa Esmeralda, which adds adult-only dining and bars
Sheraton Fiji Golf & Beach Resort
- 2 pools
- 3 places to eat
- Full-service spa
- 30 min from NAN
Pros · Dreams Playa Esmeralda Resort & Spa
- New rooms
- Water park and kids/teen clubs
- Strong beach
Pros · Sheraton Fiji Golf & Beach Resort
- Official Marriott all-inclusive package available
- Very convenient to Nadi airport and Port Denarau
- Strong pools, golf access, kids club, spa, and renovated resort facilities
Cons · Dreams Playa Esmeralda Resort & Spa
- Long airport transfer
- Dreams beach can be choppy
- Service still uneven
Cons · Sheraton Fiji Golf & Beach Resort
- Denarau beach is a major tradeoff
- Not a secluded Fiji island feel
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