9 Best Motels in Samoa [2025]

Last Updated: 18 April, 2025

Where to Find Motel Accommodation in Samoa

Our Take on the Places We’ve Stayed or Visited

Looking for an affordable place to stay? Perhaps something low-key where just the bare essentials are the main priority rather than overpaying for all of the usual holiday fluff? You might be interested in staying in a motel in Samoa!

Only available in the most convenient locations: either in the capital, Apia, or by Faleolo Airport and Mulifanua Wharf, Samoa’s motels are here to make your life easy.

Check them out in this comparison of the best motels in Samoa.

Before we begin, be sure to also open The Complete Travel Guide to Samoa for more effortless holiday planning.

Just a heads up: Our insights are based on seasoned travel writers who have either stayed at or visited these spots. Check out the bottom of the page to find out more about us!

Motels in Samoa: Compare and Book!

🏨 Motel	🌟 Highlights	💰 Price
Transit Motel	Convenient location near Faleolo Airport and Mulifanua Wharf; budget rooms with shuttles and an outdoor pool.	$
Fugalei Motel	Central Apia location with modern air-conditioned rooms, tea/coffee, and secure parking.	$
Le-Ric Housing Motel	Family-friendly with 2-bedroom units, a swimming pool, and recreation facilities in Vaitele.	$$
Vicky’s Motel	Studio units with kitchen options, a communal kitchen, and an on-site restaurant in Vaitele.	$
Valentine’s Motel	Homely guesthouse-style accommodation in Apia with hearty breakfasts and a garden.	$
Ieu and Winnie’s Islands View Motel	Idyllic waterfront location near Salelologa with studio units and basic amenities.	$
Love & Caring Motel	Affordable rooms with thoughtful decorative touches in central Fugalei, Apia.	$
Tatiana Motel Fugalei	Wide range of rooms from budget to corporate apartments with on-site parking in Apia.	$
Tatiana Motel Tanugamanono	Located near Robert Louis Stevenson Museum with an outdoor pool and long-term guest options.	$

1. Transit Motel

Offering perhaps one of the most convenient motels in Samoa, Transit Motel is your go-to when you need a place to stay between flights or taking the ferry. Located moments away from Faleolo International Airport and Mulifanua Wharf, Transit Motel not only offers shuttles to these transport connections but also a selection of fan and air-conditioned rooms.

Sitting firmly in the budget category, rooms are basic but comfortable enough with layouts to suit families and even solo travellers in the dormitory rooms. What’s more, there’s a restaurant on-site providing an easy option to replenish.

In true South Seas style, the accommodation also has an outdoor pool. According to our very own editor-in-chief, Laura, “It’s the perfect spot for a quick dip before your next adventure!”

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2. Fugalei Motel

Welcome to Fugalei Motel, the newest budget accommodation in the heart of Apia! You’ll love the modern comforts and convenient location of this city-centre gem.

Step into spacious rooms with cool tiled floors and air conditioning to beat the tropical heat. Kick back and relax with a cuppa – tea and coffee are provided in every room (because who doesn’t need a caffeine fix on holiday?). Security is top-notch, so you can rest easy.

And when you’re ready to explore, you’ll find secure on-site parking for your rental car. From what we’ve experienced, you’ll appreciate having a home base right in the middle of all the action!

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3. Le-Ric Housing Motel

Le-Ric Housing Motel offers a homely and family-friendly atmosphere with both long-term and short-term accommodation options. Located in Vaitele, this affordable motel boasts 10 self-contained units, perfect for families seeking a comfortable stay.

Guests can enjoy a range of facilities, including a swimming pool and tennis courts, providing plenty of recreation right at your doorstep. Each air-conditioned unit comes equipped with all the essentials for a relaxing stay.

What’s more, Le-Ric offers car rentals, including SUVs, utes, small cars, and vans, making it easy to explore the island with guest discounts available. With 24-hour on-site staff, you’ll have everything you need for a memorable Samoan holiday.

For more family-friendly stays, don’t miss the 25 Best Family Resorts in Samoa.

4. Vicky’s Motel

Also in the Vaitele suburb, Vicky’s Motel offers a range of studio units with layouts for families and business travellers.

Adjust to your budget with fan and air-conditioned rooms, while each has some sort of lounge and dining furniture and an ensuite bathroom.

There’s a communal kitchen if your unit doesn’t already have private cooking facilities, while the on-site restaurant provides an alternative option for food.

For more options with kitchen facilities, take a look at the 10 Best Self-Catering Accommodations in Samoa.

5. Valentine’s Motel

For a more central stay in Apia, consider Valentine’s Motel. Ideal for a short stay with irresistible prices, the motel is more like a guesthouse than a motel with private ensuite rooms in a renovated family home.

The homely hospitality extends all the way to breakfast when your host cooks a warm and hearty meal that is included in the already reasonable rate.

Relax with a game of pool in the lounge and wander in the garden where the tomb of the motel’s founder lays proudly.

For more affordable stays across the islands, have a look at the 25 Best Budget Accommodations in Samoa.

6. Ieu and Winnie’s Islands View Motel

Not only is Ieu and Winnie’s Islands View Motel on the island of Savai’i, but it also offers one of the more idyllic locations for motels in Samoa.

On the water’s edge yet conveniently close to Salelologa for dining, convenience stores and catching the ferry, the motel boasts six studio units with ensuite bathrooms.

The studios are pretty basic but provide a more down-to-earth Samoan experience.

7. Love & Caring Motel

A hidden gem in Apia‘s central Fugalei district, Love & Caring Motel is not just a motel with a cheesy name.

Here, you’ll find some of the cheapest room rates in town! Sure, the room, which consists of solo, couple and family options, are as basic as they get, but the soothing tones of the colour scheme and attention to detail on the towel and floral displays on arrival do show that; indeed, this motel has a lot of love and care.

8. Tatiana Motel Fugalei

If there couldn’t be more motel competition in Fugalei, Tatiana Motel Fugalei, from the capital’s largest motel group, boasts a wide selection of rooms with a range of upgrades, from budget rooms to corporate apartments.

Whether you choose bare essentials or full self-catering facilities, know that you’re still getting just the basic but comfortable stay in Apia.

There’s also the benefit of on-site parking, which is ideal in busy central Apia.

9. Tatiana Motel Tanugamanono

Located on the other side of town, near attractions like the Robert Louis Stevenson Museum and many of the cafes and restaurants listed in our The Food Guide to Apia, Tatiana Motel Tanugamanono could be the motel in Samoa you were searching for.

While all units are private, the usual clientele of this motel is long-term guests studying at the local university and hospital.

Whether you’re here for the long or short term, the on-site outdoor pool will surely be your go-to after a long day in the hot Samoan sun.

More Motels and Places to Stay in Samoa

That’s it for our list of the best motels in Samoa! As you can see, motels are nowhere near the prominent accommodation type in the islands, so expand your options with some of these alternatives:

And if you’re still having trouble finding the perfect place to stay, be sure to also check out Where to Stay in Samoa: The 50 Best Accommodations in Samoa.

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])

Our editorial standards: At Samoa Pocket Guide, we uphold strict editorial standards to ensure accurate and quality content.

About The Author

Robin (Robini) C.

This article was reviewed and published by Robin, the co-founder of Samoa Pocket Guide. He has lived, worked and travelled across 16 different countries before settling in the South Pacific, so he knows a thing or two about planning the perfect trip in this corner of the world. Robin works and consults regularly with the Samoa Tourism Authority, a local government body representing the tourism industry. Robin is also the co-founder of several other South Pacific travel guides and is a regular host of webinars with the South Pacific Tourism Organisation.

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