10 Best Family Resorts & Fales in Savai'i (We've Seen Them All!)

Last Updated: 17 April, 2025

The Best Accommodations on Savai’i for Families

What We Learned from Actual Stays and Visits

Treat the family to a holiday on that “other island” in Samoa, the breathtaking, adventurous and authentic Savai’i.

Families are welcome to the island by a diverse cast of accommodations, from resorts to beach fales to no-frills hotels.

Whatever your budget and whatever style of holiday your family prefers, you’ll surely find the right place to stay in this list of the best family resorts and accommodations on Savai’i.

Before we dive into the family accommodations on Savai’i, you might also want to open up The Complete Travel Guide to Savai’i for Families and 10 Things To Do on Savai’i with Kids.

Side note: Our insights come from experienced travel writers and on-the-ground research. We’ve genuinely stayed or visited all of these accommodations. Scroll to the bottom of the page to learn more about us.

Overview: The Best Family Accommodations in Savai’i

🏝️ Resort	🌟 Highlights	💰 Price
Amoa Resort	Lagoon-style pool, garden showers, cultural experiences, and manmade beach with kayaks.	$$$
Savaii Lagoon Resort	Beachfront bungalows, cultural shows, glass-bottom boat tours, and family-friendly dining.	$$
Bayview Resort	Unique fales, kayaks, rock pool exploration, and 24/7 restaurant/bar.	$
Stevensons at Manase	Eurofales, beachfront villas, pool, and beach access for families.	$$
Va-i-Moana Seaside Lodge	Fishing charters, cultural experiences, and family-friendly activities like kayaking and snorkelling.	$
Savaiian Hotel	Budget-friendly rooms, pool, and sunrise views for families.	$
Jet Over Hotel	Waterfront villas, pool, and breakfast included for families.	$$
Tanu Beach Fales	Traditional beach fales, family meal options, and lagoon access.	$
Lauiula Beach Fales	Spacious fales, beachfront dining, and free snorkelling gear hire.	$
Le Lagoto Resort	High-ceiling bungalows, infinity pool, and SUP boards/kayaks for families.	$$$

1. Amoa Resort

Savai’i’s most complete resort experience awaits just a mere 20-minute drive from Salelologa Wharf. When we visited on our last trip, we were immediately drawn to the lagoon-style pool that kids love (and adults love the swim-up bar).

Surrounding the pool is a small selection of Polynesian-inspired Poolside Villas complete with carved architectural features, a mezzanine bedroom with a curtain partition and two single beds below, as well as an awesome little garden shower.

While Amoa Resort offers an array of cultural experiences and crowd-pleasing yet upscale dining for guests within the resort grounds, you’ll no doubt feel an allure to cross the road to the lagoon deck, which captures breathtaking sunrises and where kayaks are available to launch from the manmade beach.

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2. Savaii Lagoon Resort

Nestled on the sandy shores of Fagamalo, Savaii Lagoon Resort offers a delightful blend of comfort and island charm that will appeal to most families. From our personal experience, the resort’s modern beachfront bungalows provide a pleasingly comfortable stay.

There’s a range of spacious room layouts to suit all groups, from villas with separate bedrooms to more affordable open-plan bungalows. The Barefoot Bar and Restaurant offers an idyllic beachfront setting and hosts a lively events schedule to keep kids engaged throughout the week.

Cultural demonstrations, including coconut husking and weaving, culminate in their iconic fiafia nights. Guests can enjoy kayaking, snorkelling (limited gear available or hire from Dive Savai’i across the road), and the must-do glass-bottom boat tour (as described in the 10 Best Boat & Sailing Tours in Samoa).

With breakfast included and UV-filtered tap water available, Savaii Lagoon Resort offers a comfortable and convenient base for your Samoan adventure.

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3. Bayview Resort

Nestled on the bay’s edge, surrounded by the dramatic formations of the Saleaula lava flow, Bayview Resort offers a selection of uniquely-designed units.

Choose from a fan or air-conditioned fale, each with an indoor and an outdoor bedroom. We can already tell you that the kids are going to bank the outdoor portion of the fale, which also offers plenty of space for the family to relax during those balmy afternoons. Most units have an ensuite bathroom but some share a bathroom, so be sure to specify your preference.

There are kayaks to explore the bay on your doorstep and turtles are regular visitors to the rock pools.

The restaurant/bar is open 24/7, so you’ll never go hungry (or thirsty; you may even get enticed to join in some of the local discos or karaoke nights happening once or twice a week).

On a final note, the road getting in is extremely rough but at least short, so a high-clearance vehicle is preferable.

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4. Stevensons at Manase

Swimming pool; check. Beach; check. Restaurant; check. Attractive family rooms; check, check check! Stevensons at Manase is an ever-popular resort for families with uniquely styled ensuite villas decorated with local art and stone walls to reflect the natural environment.

Families of three looking for that “beach fale” experience without sacrificing comfort should definitely consider one of the “eurofales” giving you the Samoan accommodation experience along with the luxury of a spacious ensuite bathroom with drink-making facilities and a private deck boasting lagoon views.

There’s plenty of beach to comb, while the large swimming pool and restaurant brasserie overlooking the lagoon are gorgeous places to unwind.

All in all, Stevensons provides idyllic accommodation for a low-key family getaway. Get more resort inspiration from the 10 Best Resorts on Savai’i.

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5. Va-i-Moana Seaside Lodge

Offering much more than a bed for the night, Va-i-Moana Seaside Lodge pulls out all of the stops to offer the complete Savai’ian holiday experience.

Although the lodge is one of the top places on the island for fishing charters, they also have kayaks, snorkelling gear, bikes, fishing rods and SUP boards for families to hire. Not to mention, some of Savai’i’s top cultural experiences depart here, from their highly recommended Koko Plantation Tour to their Village Walk, massage and so on.

Breakfast is included in the rate (kids will love the koko rice) and served at the on-site restaurant, which also has an a la carte menu for lunch and dinner.

As for the accommodation, non-fussy families will find the “Tui Moana” ensuite bungalows will meet their basic needs.

For more budget options, take a look at the 10 Best Budget Accommodations on Savai’i.

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6. Savaiian Hotel

A no-frills hotel on lush grounds facing the Pacific Ocean, the Savaiian Hotel offers an idyllic location in the village of Lalomalava, conveniently close to Salelologa.

Families on a budget can choose the budget room with a double bed, a bunk bed and a shared bathroom, while those seeking more privacy might prefer one of the garden bungalows with an ensuite and air-conditioning.

The on-site restaurant provides a children’s menu. Kids will also love the swimming pool.

If the little ones manage to get you up early enough, you’ll love the sunrises from the hotel’s idyllic position.

For more hotel-style stays, check out the 5 Best Hotels on Savai’i.

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7. Jet Over Hotel

Within easy reach of Salelologa town centre, Jet Over Hotel is a favourite among locals, so why not join in?

The swimming pool is rather inviting on those blistering days, while the waterfront villas are definitely the most enticing room option for families, hanging over the lagoon’s edge with uninterrupted ocean views.

Most sleeping arrangements here, however, will easily fit most families between the hotel-style ensuite rooms to the multi-level “Terrace Suite” including basic kitchen facilities.

Not that you’ll need to worry too much about cooking, as breakfast is included in your room rate, and the on-site restaurant serves food for even the fussiest eaters all day long.

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8. Tanu Beach Fales

If you’re interested in the traditional beach fale experience, which we fully recommend for families to try for at least one night of their trip, then a fantastic family-friendly option is Tanu Beach Fales.

Established in 1993, Tanu Beach Fales offers some of the most spacious in Savai’i.

Most of the 28 fales are located on the lagoon’s edge in the glorious snorkelling and beach hotspot of Manase.

Fales can be laid out in a number of ways for families with both sleep-only and sleep, breakfast and dinner rates available. Food is a shared affair with the likes of palusami, breadfruit, taro, chow mein and some vegetarian options.

For more advice on staying in this style of accommodation, check out the Essential Tips for Staying in a Beach Fale in Samoa.

9. Lauiula Beach Fales

Located on the sunrise coast of Savai’i in the village of Lano, Lauiula Beach Fales offers an idyllic setting for their affordable beach fale accommodation. The spacious fales can cater to a number of sleeping arrangements and come with traditionally woven bi-fold walls for privacy.

There’s also the option of an ensuite air-conditioned villa which is another worthy option for families.

Enjoy breakfast and dinner at the beachfront dining fale or even choose something for lunch off their menu. Snorkelling gear is free to hire, while kayaks have a small hire rate. Either way, you’ll want to explore the glorious beach and lagoon right on your doorstep.

For more fale stays, head to the 10 Best Beach Fale Accommodations on Savai’i.

10. Le Lagoto Resort

Le Lagoto Resort is the perfect retreat for families seeking a slice of Samoan paradise. Nestled among manicured gardens, this boutique resort boasts 10 spacious high-ceiling bungalows that exude architectural charm.

The resort’s weekly fiafia night and BBQ buffet, complete with a string band, offer a delightful taste of Samoan culture. For more laid-back evenings, don’t miss the cocktail happy hour from 4 pm to 7 pm at Hans Poolside Bar.

Families can explore the lagoon with free kayaks and SUP boards or unwind by the infinity pool. Those seeking relaxation will love the on-site spa, while adventure enthusiasts can join village walks to immerse themselves in local life.

With its true boutique feel and array of activities, Le Lagoto Resort promises a memorable family holiday in Savai’i.

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More About Family Accommodations on Savai’i

That’s it for our complete list of the best family resorts and accommodations on Savai’i. If you didn’t quite find what you’re looking for, perhaps these other listings will intrigue you:

Finally, plan more of your family getaway to Samoa using The Complete Travel Guide to Samoa for Families, as well as the 25 Tips for Your Family Samoa Vacation with Kids.

Sources:

The information in this guide has been compiled from our extensive research, travel and experiences across Samoa and the South Pacific, accumulated over more than a decade of numerous visits to each destination. Additional sources for this guide include the following:

Samoa Tourism Authority (General travel advice - Updated [2025])
Samoa Tourism Authority Corporate (Tourism news - Updated [2025])
SPTO (Pacific tourism advice - Updated [2025])
Samoa Hotels Association (Tourism trade association - Updated [2025])
Samoa Meteorological Division (Weather forecast and warnings - Updated [2025])
Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade (Visa and immigration advice - Updated [2025])
Ministry of Customs & Revenue (Border restrictions advice - Updated [2025])
Ministry of Agriculture & Fisheries (Biosecurity advice - Updated [2025])
Samoa Bureau of Statistics (Statistics and travel data - Updated [2025])
Land Transport Authority (Tourist driver’s license info - Updated [2025])
Safe Travel (New Zealand travel advisory for Samoa - Updated [2025])
Smart Traveller (Australia travel advisory for Samoa - Updated [2025])
Travel.State.Gov (U.S. travel advisory for Samoa - Updated [2025])

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About The Author

Laura (Lora) S.

This article was reviewed and published by Laura, editor-in-chief and co-founder of Samoa Pocket Guide. Since arriving solo in the South Pacific over 10 years ago with nothing but a backpack and a background in journalism, her mission has been to show the world how easy (and awesome) it is to explore a paradise such as Samoa. She knows the islands inside out and loves sharing tips on how best to experience Upolu and Savai’i’s must-dos and hidden gems. Laura is also the editor of several other South Pacific travel guides.

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