Accommodations

My form of accommodations are all homestays. Homestays in Fiji cost approximately $130-$225 (CAD) per week. Comparing it to more modern, 'comfortable' hotels, places such as the Holiday Inn in Suva and Novotel Lami Bay Hotel are about $100-$175 (CAD) per night! That is about $700-$1200 (CAD) a week. Homestays are a perfect accommodation for us budget travellers because food is often included, and we get a nice place to sleep at night. Homestays are also a great way to get to know the people in Fiji, and learn about some of their cultures. Instead of supporting North American hotels like the Holiday Inn, we give the money to the house owners which will stay in the Fijian economy, instead of leaking out. Another option for an accommodation would be a place like the Raintree Lodge in Suva. This costs about $250 (CAD) a week, or about $25 (CAD) a night. This option is more expensive than the homestay, but it is a totally different experience. The Raintree Lodge in Suva is a picturesque little lodge that is surrounded by nature.My game plan is to certainly stay with a couple different families for the duration of my trip. It is an affordable option that can also teach me the ways of living in Fiji!