Tonga
Morphing into the building upstairs/behind Mariner’s Cafe and just a short walk from the wharf, red-and-white Fifita's remains a popular choice. It’s…
Must-see hotels in Rarotonga, Samoa & Tonga
Aitutaki
Amuri has six double bedrooms and two shared bathrooms with a large dining and kitchen area in the owner’s house. Accommodation is very clean, friendly…
Tongatapu
Not far from church, town and sea, yellow-painted, two-tier Noa has a plumb location and plenty of rooms, from dorms to basic singles and doubles and…
Rarotonga
The 10 beachfront and four garden villas at Little Polynesian are a superb blend of traditional Polynesian design (with traditional Mangaian coconut-fibre…
Tongatapu
Nuku'alofa's classiest beds? You could be right. These sassy NZ-owned apartments on Vuna Rd overlook the sea from a broad balcony, and tick all the…
American Samoa
This friendly little hotel is a top option for those who need to be close to the airport (it's a three-minute drive away); that it's extraordinarily cheap…
The Cook Islands
This tumbledown colonial-style lodge has three plain bedrooms and a sunny, enclosed terrace overlooking the gardens. The accommodation is basic but the…
Tongatapu
One of Tonga’s newer hotels has 20 bright, clean, spartan rooms over two levels. Air-con, friendly staff, in-room safe, wif-fi, minibar, the Emerald…
Tongatapu
This rickety hostel doesn't look like much from the dusty street out the front, but inside things quickly improve. There's a cheery communal kitchen…
Tongatapu
Formerly Ali Baba's, this out-of-the-way place is funky and friendly. Floors are chequered blue-and-gold, and the seven rooms (with two shared bathrooms)…
Aitutaki
Paparei offers two modern self-contained beachfront bungalows near the centre of town. They’re large, clean, well equipped and nicely decorated in an…
'Upolu
This sweet spot is a winner, with spotless, traditional fale, extremely welcoming owners, family-style fresh food and a wonderful location beside a giant…
Savai'i
The fale here are of the traditional variety with woven blinds and mattresses on the floor, but they do have electric lights. Meals are low-key social…
American Samoa
This new inn is small, simple and right on the sand. Rooms are basic but clean. The bridge connecting Ofa and Olosega, as well the Maga Point hike, are…
'Upolu
Rustic but bright beach shacks are offered here (now up on the hill since the 2009 tsunami wiped out the waterfront ones), along with a daily boat trip…
Apia
Run by the exceptionally charming Aniva, this two-storey suburban dwelling offers a homey, welcoming atmosphere with clean, comfortable rooms, an honesty…
Apia
Le Manumea inhabits the slightly cooler climes of the slopes above Apia. Despite being near the road, the large restaurant-bar fale, resort-style pool and…
American Samoa
In a plum location right beside the Ofu-Olosega Bridge, this small motel offers good-sized rooms and air conditioning (a rarity in the islands); the…
American Samoa
Though a bit of a work in progress, this seaside resort is nevertheless a decent option, with helpful owners, a swimmable sea pool and a happening…
Tongatapu
Sela's is a long-running, warrenlike and very basic guesthouse that wouldn't comply with many Western building codes. Still, it's a cheap and cheery…
Tongatapu
Trim two-bedroom serviced apartments with full kitchen and living area, peeking at the sea through casuarina trees. The complex (six apartments) has been…
Tonga
Soni’s place has basic beachfront cabins just back from the waves. Savour the peace and solitude. Meals are available (breakfast/lunch/dinner T$10/15/20)…
Tongatapu
This homely five-room house about 2km from town out near the hospital has a well-equipped kitchen, shared bathroom and a comfy lounge. Run by 91-year-old…
American Samoa
These two good-sized, two-bedroom self-contained apartments sit beside one of Tutuila's most popular beaches. If you don't feel like cooking indoors, pop…
Rarotonga
On a golden stretch of sand on the sunset side of the island, Magic Reef features tastefully decorated bungalows with four-poster beds, fans and air-con,…
The Cook Islands
Another friendly homestay, either in a bright and breezy two-bedroom standalone house or inside the main house with shared bathrooms, is with the…
Aitutaki
These three comfortable self-contained bungalows enjoy an absolute beachfront location at the quieter northern end of Amuri Beach. Complimentary use of…
The Cook Islands
With two large breeze-block units, Taparere is bright, airy and cheerfully decorated. Accommodation is self-contained with kitchen facilities and …
Apia
This friendly place has the feel of a big family home, a perception reinforced by the prominent tomb of a family member on the back lawn. Air-conditioned…
Rarotonga
In a great location 100m from Muri Beach, these two large self-contained bungalows with full kitchens are great value. One has a mezzanine level that…
Ieu & Winnie's Islands View Motel
Savai'i
This small, hospitable family-run motel is a short stumble from the wharf. There are six simple units, a restaurant serving home-cooked meals, and – as…
Tonga
Offers up warm hospitality in a village home with a spacious lounge and neat rooms. Guests can use the kitchen or book meals in advance. To find it, just…
The Cook Islands
Beachside retreat Manihiki Lagoon Villas offers bungalows and a guesthouse built on the water’s edge of the lagoon. The accommodation is simple but the…
'Upolu
Facing Upolu, these enclosed, bright-yellow fale are closely clustered together on a sandy spit looking over the lagoon. Tours and cooking classes are…
The Cook Islands
Soa’s Guesthouse is run by Soa Tini, a local fisherman and pearl farmer, who has a three-bedroom family house in the centre of Omoka village.
Aitutaki
Queen Tutai from Gina's Garden Lodges also runs Gina’s Beach Lodge on Akaiami island, and guests can choose to spend a while at each.
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