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…
Must-see hotels in Tonga
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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…
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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…
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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,…
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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…
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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…
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Tongatapu
The rather boutiquey Waterfront is an elegant offering, with neat gardens and Victorian colonial aesthetics. The eight spacious rooms upstairs feature…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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Tonga
At the southern end of Uoleva, Serenity Beaches features beautifully constructed octagonal fale on both sides of the island. Food utilises fresh local…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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)…
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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…
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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…
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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)…
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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…
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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…
