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Emerald Hotel & Restaurant, hotel in Nuku‘alofa

Located on the picturesque waterfront, Emerald Hotel & Restaurant is centrally located in Nuku‘alofa. Guests can enjoy Chinese cuisine from the on-site restaurant, or relax with a drink at the bar.

6.2
Scored 6.2
Pleasant
Rated pleasant
188 reviews
Price from$106.20per night
Tanoa International Dateline Hotel, hotel in Nuku‘alofa

Located in Nuku'alofa, Tanoa International Dateline Hotel is waterfront property offering a fitness center, a large swimming pool, restaurant and 2 bars.

7.9
Scored 7.9
Good
Rated good
151 reviews
Price from$236.81per night
House of Tonga, hotel in Nuku‘alofa

Located in Nuku‘alofa, House of Tonga offers a bar. Featuring a terrace, the 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom.

8.2
Scored 8.2
Very Good
Rated very good
50 reviews
Price from$175per night
Seaview Lodge and Restaurant, hotel in Nuku‘alofa

Offering an beautiful waterfront location, Seaview Lodge and Restaurant offers free WiFi and free bicycle hire to explore the area. The on-site restaurant serves international gourmet cuisine.

8.6
Scored 8.6
Excellent
Rated excellent
142 reviews
Price from$128.76per night
The Village Backpackers, hotel in Nuku‘alofa

The Village Backpackers is offering accommodations in Nuku‘alofa. All guest rooms at the hostel come with a seating area.

6.9
Scored 6.9
Pleasant
Rated pleasant
92 reviews
Price from$42per night
Dayspring Lodge, hotel in Nuku‘alofa

Offering free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a TV lounge, Dayspring Lodge is just 5 minutes’ walk from the Vaiola Hospital Compound. All rooms feature access to a shared bathroom offering hot water.

8.6
Scored 8.6
Excellent
Rated excellent
38 reviews
Price from$95per night
'Ataongo Residence, hotel in Nuku‘alofa

'Ataongo Residence in Nuku‘alofa provides accommodations with a garden and a shared lounge. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking, and free Wifi.

8.5
Scored 8.5
Very Good
Rated very good
8 reviews
Price from$175.95per night
Sky Lodge, hotel in Nuku‘alofa

Featuring sea views, Sky Lodge in Nuku‘alofa features accommodations and a garden. This beachfront property offers access to free Wifi and free private parking.

7.9
Scored 7.9
Good
Rated good
19 reviews
Price from$153.67per night
Tukulolo Treehouses, hotel in Nuku‘alofa

Providing a garden, Tukulolo Treehouses features accommodations in Makaunga. The guest house, set in a building dating back to 2022, provides free private parking.

9.6
Scored 9.6
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
16 reviews
Price from$195per night
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What Guests Said About Nuku‘alofa:

  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0

    It was a real culture shock arriving on Tongatapu.

    It was a real culture shock arriving on Tongatapu. None of the information on the internet is current or correct, and none of the tour operators respond to your requests so it's difficult to lock in activities. We found it easier booking things in person once we arrived. Cash is king. It is also difficult to get around without a car, so would recommend hiring one, but be aware that insurance can be an issue. That said, we had a great time once we worked out some of these quirks! Highly recommend getting off the mainland to a nearby island or for whale watching. The tsunami destroyed most of the resorts on the island so beware that it's not your standard tropical destination.
    Caitlin
    New Zealand
  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0

    Visiting relatives was wonderful.

    Visiting relatives was wonderful. Meeting julie fonua exceptionally great. I ate at a restaurant and it was ok. Not easy to get around but I usally walk around but didnt know my way from there, I have a drivers license but prefer to walk and a map to get around from House of Tonga would have been helpful. Activities my family had arranged so was pretty booked up but was able to catch up with a friend Reverend Atunaisa & Mangu Ngalu.
    Mary
    New Zealand
  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0

    Beautiful friendly people, lovely location with interesting...

    Beautiful friendly people, lovely location with interesting sites to see. Escape Cafe is great for eats. Plenty of sites to see...definitely go to Anahulu caves and the Blow Holes. Western tip of the island was not great, but there were some nice beaches on the way (southern coast).
    Matthew
    Australia
  • 6.0
    Scored 6.0

    It’s absolutely a developing city.

    It’s absolutely a developing city. As the capital of the country, it lacks basic infrastructure. The local people does not have enough cultural life. Young people like to drive cars on the beach road with very loudly music, esp. in the evening to mid night. General speaking, the local people is kind and polite.
    YANG
    Australia
  • 10
    Scored 10

    Slow time.. travel via ferry or via domestic flight very...

    Slow time.. travel via ferry or via domestic flight very cheap and safe.. Make sure you have downloaded movies/episodes, soaps on Kinder/Smartphone before flights to Tonga. Booking a rental car with Fuamotu International Airport drop very handy we use FAB RENTALS ask for Mele.. ej. just pay $2 TOP to park in airport public carpark. ej.
    Jared
    Tonga
  • 10
    Scored 10

    Enjoyed the main market in town

    Enjoyed the main market in town Really loved the Seafood 12 Cafe with their seafood especially the ‘Ota or raw fish and sashimi Another place to visit is Friends Cafe for Breakfast lunch and early dinner. Unfortunately it’ quite noisy at night with the night club music. It is easy to get around Nuku’alofa by taxi, public transport or rental vehicles Swimming pools at Tanoa is always a highlight for kids
    Eseta
    New Zealand

Explore guest reviews of hotels in Nuku‘alofa

  • From $236.81 per night
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 151 reviews
    The STAFFS with Fiona and team from the front desk, breakfast, room service, Bou and the team at the pool and bar, maintenance, and security. Truly felt the Tongan warmth with them. The ambiance and the fact that their landscaping are veggies and fruits for hotel use is the perfect touch. Location was accessible to everything in town, neighboring villages, and ferries to outer islands.
    Tau
    United States of America
  • 6.9
    Scored 6.9
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 92 reviews
    ・The transfer from the airport to the hotel is 50 Tonga paanga. ・If it is 17:00 in the evening, the shower is hot water. At 8:00 a.m., the shower is water. ・I was happy that there was free mineral water. ・Sheets are changed every day. If you are a backpacker, you can sleep in the bed without any problem. ・The staff Ra (woman) is a good person
    由貴
    Japan
  • 7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 30 reviews
    I was given Room 101 on the ground floor which had a problem with the sliding door and lock. The staff were very friendly and courteous. Sumptuous breakfast provided on the balcony which overlooks the Pacific Ocean. The Billfish restaurant is a short walk from the hotel and serves a good dinner. Also the Friends Café in town serves good food.
    Shanaka
    Australia
  • From $162.07 per night
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 142 reviews
    For one person or a couple room is a good size with a very large king size bed (two mattresses pushed together). I had a balcony room on my return stay which was lovely for sitting on in the afternoon. Bathroom was great, hot water and good pressure. Transfers from hotel were great (at a cost).
    LauraAnn_22
    Australia
  • From $240 per night
    7.1
    Scored 7.1
    Good
    Rated good
     · 75 reviews
    Great location and reasonable price compared to other hotels in the area. The rooms were clean and spacious with a microwave and refrigerator. The staff is very kind and friendly. We had some issues but someone came over and fixed them immediately. Overall, great value for money.
    Komal
    United States of America
  • 8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 49 reviews
    super nice stay in this beautiful colonial house all in wood with a personal touch of the owner Liz in terms of decoration. The kitchen is amazing but the staff even more. Liz even took us for a sunday afternoon tour of the island. Best hotel experience in years. Thank you
    Michel
    Australia
  • 8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 48 reviews
    Check in was very easy and soon we asked for a ocean view room and they gave us one. Breakfast was very good and dinner was also. Rooms big enough with a nice balcony. Location was very good also, walkable to town with a nice seaside sidwalk in front of the hotel.
    Keith
    United States of America
  • From $106.20 per night
    6.2
    Scored 6.2
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 188 reviews
    Continental breakfast is as what is as expected, we only had it once during our stay at Emerald. We didnt mind missing out on and all. Emerald hotel location is in excellent location for Ferry Terminal and town (so to speak).
    Kopa
    New Zealand
  • From $236.81 per night
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 151 reviews
    This hotel is actually better in person than the photos I had seen. The breakfast was very good with many egg choices. We found the room to be good-sized with good air con. The pool looked wonderful but we did not use it.
    Julia
    United States of America
  • 8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 49 reviews
    Absolutely beautiful property. Rooms well-decorated, plenty of local items of interest. The front office got us a day guide for a reasonable price. The hotel restaurant was very good. Only eight rooms are available.
    Nathan
    United States of America
  • From $175 per night
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 50 reviews
    Wonderful hotel for a stay in Tonga. Clean, good comfort and AC. Good pricing. Very friendly staff and they also own a taxi and can give you an island tour.
    traveljoy13
    Switzerland
  • From $162.07 per night
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 142 reviews
    Spacious room with a view of the ocean. A homey lodge that feels more like a large house with guest rooms rather than a large impersonal hotel.
    Abdul
    United States of America
  • 8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 48 reviews
    Family run hotel and it was very cosy. The owners will help you with your needs and he does good Italian food!
    LEONG
    Singapore
  • From $240 per night
    7.1
    Scored 7.1
    Good
    Rated good
     · 75 reviews
    This was a reasonably priced small hotel with a friendly staff and an excellent free breakfast. Thank you.
    Amelita
    United States of America
  • From $240 per night
    7.1
    Scored 7.1
    Good
    Rated good
     · 75 reviews
    The room and service were fantastic. The location of the hotel was very convenient to me and my family.
    Margaret
    Australia
  • From $177.36 per night
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 19 reviews
    Sky Lodge was very accommodating for our stay. Warm, welcoming and a homely feel with hotel service.
    Vaiolingi
    Australia
  • From $236.81 per night
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 151 reviews
    Hotel was good. Pool was great after a hot day traveling.
    Megan
    New Zealand
  • From $106.20 per night
    6.2
    Scored 6.2
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 188 reviews
    Everything was great the people the food, the hotel
    Corrales
    Japan
  • From $236.81 per night
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 151 reviews
    hotel was beautiful loved it
    A
    Anonymous
    United States of America