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Bibi's Hideaway Frommer's Recommended

Location Waiyevo, Taveuni, Around the Island
Phone 888 2014, 888 0443
Room Information 6 units, all with bathroom
Prices F$50-F$100 (US$32-US$65/£17-£33) double
Credit Cards Not accepted
In Room Amenities Fridge (some units), no phone
Other Mailing address: P.O. Box 80

Frommer's Review

Jim Bibi (prounced Bim-bee), who describes himself as "100% Fijian," retired as a teacher at the Fiji Institute of Technology in Suva in 1984 and bought this 32-hectare (80-acre) coconut plantation. He cleared away the brush by hand with a machete, and built five plywood-and-tin cottages, one for each of his children (they later added a sixth). Most of his offspring prefer the fast lane in Suva, however, so now he rents out their cottages. They are simple but clean and fairly spacious structures. Not all of their windows are screened, but mosquito nets hang over the beds, which range from two singles to a queen-size. One bungalow dedicated to backpackers has a kitchen and an outdoor shower. All showers here dispense cold water. Along with Vatuwiri Farm Resort , this is a good place to get to know local residents.

Facilities:
Laundry service

Note: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.


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