Rarotonga
These two modern apartments represent excellent value just a short walk from the cafes, restaurants and water sports of Muri Lagoon. The Cook Island…
Must-see hotels in Rarotonga, Samoa & Tonga
'Upolu
A millennium ago the Tongans were booted out of Samoa at this grassy headland, but you can expect a warmer welcome at this personable little resort. It's…
Apia
This friendly, family-run spot is an excellent choice for self-caterers and families. While there are clean motel-like rooms on-site, the spacious, fully…
Savai'i
Just off the main road behind a cluster of shops, this is a surprisingly stylish place: the pool and grounds are impeccable, the restaurant serves up…
'Upolu
Sitting smack on the beach that starred in the 1953 Gary Cooper film Return to Paradise, this sparkling, upmarket resort is a destination unto itself:…
American Samoa
Tradewinds has everything you’d expect from a large business hotel – including an enticing resort pool, day spa, car rental/tour desk and an ATM – and…
Savai'i
The large enclosed fale here are many steps above your average beach hut, with balconies, fans and private bathrooms. The units have amenities including…
Rarotonga
Shady palms, Muri Lagoon views and a glorious china-white beach are just steps from the doors of Kura’s airy timber-framed cabanas. Two larger 1st-floor…
Apia
This eccentric, social little spot attracts return visitors and long-term guests by the boatload. The two comfy common rooms, shared kitchen, poolside…
The Cook Islands
Tour provider Marshall Humphreys rents out rooms in his very comfortable family home near Areora. A double and a twin comprise the accommodation (with…
'Upolu
This new resort is more akin to one you'd find in Fiji than far-less-touristed Samoa: it's big, shiny, and draws everyone from honeymooners to families …
Savai'i
Taking the plum spot on one of Savai’i’s best and most protected beaches, these large self-contained units are clean and inviting, but overpriced for…
'Upolu
It’s well worth shelling out for the enclosed beachfront fale, which have terraces right over the outrageous Lalomanu beach and are decorated in bright…
American Samoa
'By the sea’ is the big drawcard here; this is one of the few places with a swimmable beach at its doorstep. Rooms are characterless in that midrange…
American Samoa
This wooden inn was – apparently – where the original Sadie Thompson (immortalised in Somerset Maugham’s novel Rain) set up her red light. It's a bit less…
'Upolu
Sa'moana has a divine location on a white-sand beach that tumbles past black lava formations into a stunning lagoon. Upscale bungalows sit directly on the…
Rarotonga
On the beachfront opposite the airport, the Islander offers ocean-view self-contained doubles that have been recently redecorated. There’s a poolside…
Rarotonga
Sunhaven offers good value in some of the largest self-contained rooms on the island, set around a beachfront swimming pool on a quiet stretch of west…
'Upolu
If you like lazing around the pool and being handed cocktails by charming waiters, Sinalei’s the place to do it. This beautifully landscaped plot by the…
Savai'i
Quirky Vaisala has a distinct retro charm, with mismatched furnishings and a dated, barracks-like main building. Rooms are slightly oddball but…
Sheraton Samoa Aggie Grey's Hotel & Bungalows
Apia
If you ever wanted to step into a 1940s-era tale of the South Seas, this iconic hotel gives you the chance. Though completely refurbished in 2016, Aggie…
'Upolu
Unmissable in pink and green, Anita's is a longtime Lalomanu favourite: it's fun, friendly and its location can't be beaten. The open fale offer the usual…
Aitutaki
These knocked-up beachfront fibro shacks with mural-painted walls and one self-contained garden unit comprise this most delightfully ramshackle place to…
'Upolu
This place may be simple, but if you're after a warm welcome, gorgeous views, fresh food and cleanliness (even the shared toilets are spotless, a fale…
Tongatapu
Photogenic thatched fale (sleeping three) are studded through tropical gardens at Heilala on fab Ha’atafu Beach. There's a restaurant for on-site dinners,…
Savai'i
This is the most upmarket place in Manase, with accommodation ranging from enormous, super-modern suites and posh beach villas to boutique fale, complete…
Apia
Blocky and nondescript from the outside, this large hotel is surprisingly welcoming and well equipped. All rooms have plenty of space (families should…
'Upolu
Faofao treats guests like family, and their charming, all-natural thatched fale make for a wonderful home away from home (the air-conditioned rooms are…
Aitutaki
The lovely two-bedroom villas at Aretai are among the largest on the island, and definitely the best presented and best value for money in this price…
Apia
One of the swankiest and most professionally run places in town, this hotel – instantly recognisable by its huge, traditional-roofed lobby – is nestled in…
'Upolu
The enclosed fale here are reserved for those on Offshore Adventures' 'surfari' expeditions, personalised surf tours (maximum five) that take in the best…
Rarotonga
With an infinity pool and views towards Rarotonga's rugged northwest coast, the two self-contained apartments at Black Rock Villas are spacious, breezy,…
American Samoa
Also known as Motu-O-Fiafiaga Motel, this friendly place is owned by a former showgirl. Evalani may have left Vegas but Vegas never left Evalani: the…
Apia
Set in a high-ceilinged, century-old timber building, this charming place is a bit out of town, but worth the short drive. Accommodation ranges from fale…
Apia
This popular, two-storey hotel enjoys an excellent location – and equally excellent ocean breezes – across from the sea wall. The huge, comfortable rooms…
Savai'i
This long-standing establishment is huge, which is only fitting as it’s owned by the village’s ali’i (high chief; the man to be thanked for the dog ban)…
Apia
This quiet place, crouched by a lovely lagoon, offers the only beach fales in Apia. All are enclosed; three have shared bathrooms, while the rest come…
Savai'i
This recently revamped and rebranded boutique resort sits pretty across the road from an eye-smartingly turquoise lagoon. Large luxurious villas and…
Apia
Carved beams, siapo-inspired bed runners and bunches of polished coconuts lining the stairway add Samoan touches to this central, airy place that’s…
Savai'i
The wooden bungalows at this boutique beachside resort are the plushest you’ll find on the island; they're wonderfully atmospheric with intricate Samoan…
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