Raffe Resorts and Hotels’ Fiji Gateway Hotel announced the construction of a new two-storey accommodation building, designed to cater to the increasing demand from travellers transiting through Nadi.

The expansion project begins this month and is expected to be completed by October 2025.

Raffe Hotels and Resorts chief executive Lee Pearce said the new accommodations will further enhance the hotel’s appeal to both leisure and business guests.

Pearce said: “With surging demand and record visitor numbers for destination Fiji, we recognised the need to expand our inventory. Our strategic location and tropical aesthetic make us a top choice for travellers, particularly those visiting the group’s other properties, Plantation Island Resort and Lomani Island Resort in the Mamanucas Islands. Thanks to [our] commitment to Fiji tourism, we’re excited to bring these new rooms to life by mid-spring 2025.”

Comfortable additions

Putting up a new building will add 47 new guest rooms and suites, including 44 deluxe rooms and three two-bedroom suites that offer rural views and modern comforts. 

The deluxe rooms offer a king bed as well as a fold-out sofa, making them ideal for both leisure and business travellers. 

On the other hand, the two-bedroom suites offer two queen beds, providing ample space for families, corporate guests, and conference attendees.The new building will be strategically located on an unused section of the property, ensuring minimal disruption to the hotel’s existing character and guest experience. 

The expansion will see the hotel grow from 95 to 135 rooms next year, with plans to decommission several older rooms as part of this contemporary update. 

Following the completion of the new block, some older outdated rooms will be removed to allow for fresh landscaping and new pathways, seamlessly connecting the new rooms with the hotel’s main reception and dining areas.