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Tonga
Right on the sandy northern tip of Foa, gazing across at Nukunamo island, family-friendly Matafonua was hammered by Tropical Cyclone Ian in 2014 but has…
Tonga
Right on the sandy northern tip of Foa, gazing across at Nukunamo island, family-friendly Matafonua was hammered by Tropical Cyclone Ian in 2014 but has…
Tonga
Arguably Tonga’s best resort, Sandy Beach really delivers (this is where the king stays when he's in Ha'apai). A row of elegant bungalows are oriented for…
Tongatapu
Simple, quiet, clean, friendly and a short walk to town – just how any good South Pacific guesthouse should be. Downstairs is a sunny communal lounge and…
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,…
Tonga
On the northern end of Uoleva, Fanifo Lofa is geared towards kitesurfers, but anyone can stay here regardless of whether they're prone to flying across…
Tongatapu
Toni’s is a brightly coloured budget complex in Tofoa, 3km south of Nuku’alofa. On the list are kava sessions, airport pick-ups (T$20), shuttles into town…
Tongatapu
The rather boutiquey Waterfront is an elegant offering, with neat gardens and Victorian colonial aesthetics. The eight spacious rooms upstairs feature…
Tonga
A clean and friendly spot walking distance to downtown Pangai, with a broad verandah and communal sitting room and kitchen. Beds are distributed through…
Tongatapu
There are two floors of Tuscan-toned rooms atop the buzzy Little Italy restaurant. Expect super professional staff and knock-out sea views from the best…
Tongatapu
With a cosmic focus on surfing (owner Steve knows Tonga's waves backwards), this family-run set-up is laid-back and peaceful. Paths connect a range of…
Tonga
About halfway down Uoleva's becalmed west coast, this outfit comprises just three private, elevated safari tents and three luxury wooden fales, all with…
Tonga
At the southern end of Uoleva, Serenity Beaches features beautifully constructed octagonal fale on both sides of the island. Food utilises fresh local…
Tongatapu
This endearing fave a short stroll from town has large rooms with island vibes. The priciest rooms have balconies from which to absorb the namesake views…
Tonga
Ponder the stars and lapping west-coast waves at this budget beach-bum paradise. Simple tapa-lined fale have mats over sandy floors, comfy beds, mosquito…
Tongatapu
Run by an expat Australian couple, Holty's is a simple, laid-back alternative to the resorts along Ha'atafu Beach. Book the large house (sleeping 10) or…
Tonga
Halfway between the airport and Pangai (about 1.5km from each), Ha'apai Beach Resort is chilled-out enclave of blue-and-white cabins on a grassy verge…
Tongatapu
Down near the ferry piers and the fish market, 'Utu'one is a bastion of cleanliness surrounded by things otherwise. It's a two-storey white hacienda, all…
Tongatapu
Looking for a simple, fetching, self-contained studio nested into the trees on the shore, all to yourself? The beautifully decorated Blue Banana fale…
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…
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…
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…
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)…
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…
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…
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…
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…