Must-see hotels in Samoa

  • Tanu Beach Fales

    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)…

  • Taumesina Hideaway

    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…

  • Amoa Resort

    Savai'i

    This recently revamped and rebranded boutique resort sits pretty across the road from an eye-smartingly turquoise lagoon. Large luxurious villas and…

  • Pasefika Inn

    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…

  • Le Lagoto Resort & Spa

    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…

  • Annabelle Inn

    Apia

    Set in a quaint, early-20th-century home, this sweet place offers comfortable, homey rooms and a sunny, sociable verandah restaurant that looks over to…

  • Lauiula Beach Fales

    Savai'i

    Right next to Joelan’s, the beach here has eroded away quite a bit but huddled-together fale are more ‘posh’ thanks to linoleum floors and a more sturdy…

  • Va-i-Moana Seaside Lodge

    Savai'i

    This friendly place sits on a sparkling cove, with a hodgepodge of lodgings that range from traditional open fale and enclosed bungalows perched over the…

  • Vaiula Fales

    'Upolu

    Close to some top breaks, Vaiula is understandably popular with surfers. Fale have plastic blinds and sit on a skinny strip of palm-lined white sand. Nab…

  • Apia Central Hotel

    Apia

    As the name suggests, this is one for those who want to be in the thick of it; everything from Maketi Fou, supermarkets, restaurants and nightlife are but…

  • Tailua Beach Fales

    Savai'i

    This is a small, family-run collection of recently upgraded fale that are a step above their competition for their sea-facing decks, raised beds and…

  • Tiavi Mountain Escape

    'Upolu

    This is a great little place: away from the swelter of the coast but with a million-dollar view of it. Cabins have small decks that catch the mountain…

  • Le Valasi's Beach Fales

    '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…

  • Regina’s Beach Fales

    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…

  • Sunset View Fales

    '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…

  • Le Manumea Resort

    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…

  • Aniva’s Place

    Apia

    Run by the exceptionally charming Aniva, this two-storey suburban dwelling offers a homey, welcoming atmosphere with clean, comfortable rooms, an honesty…

  • Valentine's Motel

    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…

  • 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…

  • Sweet Escape

    '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…

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