10 Most Romantic Honeymoon Accommodations in Apia 💑 [2025]

Last Updated: 18 April, 2025

The Most Romantic Hotels and Accommodations in Apia for Couples

What We Learned from Actual Stays and Visits

For a cute cosmopolitan side to Samoa, couples shouldn’t miss the town of Apia. Awash in boutique hotels wrapped in Polynesian style, flair and hospitality, there are plenty of endearing places to stay in the capital for couples.

We go through some of the most romantic in this list of honeymoon accommodations in Apia!

While you’re here, be sure to plan the rest of your getaway with The Wedding, Honeymoon & Romantic Getaway Guide to Apia and 10 Most Romantic Things to Do in Apia.

Side note: Our insights are from our personal travels and trusted recommendations, not generated by AI. Scroll down to learn more about our experienced travel writing team.

Couples’ Accommodations in Apia: Overview

🏝️ Resort	🌟 Highlights	💰 Price
Vaea Hotel Samoa	Adults-only, cosy boutique hotel with garden and mountain views, five minutes from Apia’s centre.	$$
Le Manumea Hotel	Samoan flair with lagoon-style pool, open fale restaurant, and fun fiafia nights.	$$
Taumeasina Island Resort	Private island resort near Apia with pools, cultural activities, and Oceanview Hotel Rooms.	$$$
Lava Hotel	Contemporary hotel with smart TVs, ocean views, and elegant dining at 1905 Restaurant.	$$$
Talanoa Fales Accommodation	Charming garden fales with self-catering facilities and Sunday free lunch, nestled by Mt Vaea.	$
Orator Hotel Samoa	Tropical escape with villa accommodation, deck-lined pool, and included breakfast.	$$
Moanalisa Hotel	Garden-themed hotel with South Seas decor, swimming pool, and wedding venue options.	$$
Tanoa Tusitala Hotel	Resort vibes in Apia with large outdoor pool, buffet breakfast, and private balconies.	$$$
Tivoli Aparthotel	Mediterranean-style hotel with spacious units, sustainable practices, and ornate pool area.	$$
Samoana Boutique Hotel	Spacious apartments with a pool, on-site cafe, and car rentals for exploring the area.	$$

1. Vaea Hotel Samoa

A boutique hotel offering the perfect vibe for a romantic getaway to Apia, Vaea Hotel Samoa has a no-child policy (18+ years only). In other words, that poolside cocktail from the on-site Bora Bora Garden Bar is all the heavenlier! What’s more, according to our very own editor-in-chief, Laura, Vaea provides excellent value for money.

It’s only a five-minute stroll into Apia town centre, located in the Togafuafua/Lalovaea suburb. After a day on the town, retreat to your garden and mountain-view room complete with an ensuite, air-conditioning, balcony or patio and tea/coffee-making facilities.

Learn more about adults-only accommodations in The Best Adults-Only Resorts in Samoa.

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10 Most Romantic Honeymoon Accommodations in Apia 💑 [2025]

2. Le Manumea Hotel

A vibrant boutique hotel radiating Samoan flair, Le Manumea Hotel offers a characterful stay for couples in Apia. This intimate retreat boasts 12 ultra-spacious rooms, each adorned with natural materials and hand-carved doors.

Outside, you’ll find attractive volcanic rock wall outdoor showers and beautiful gardens. Shared areas include a lagoon-style swimming pool and a bar with one of the best happy hour deals in town.

Don’t miss their famous weekly fiafia night in the airy fale restaurant. With Starlink WiFi available in communal areas and enhanced security features like an electric gate in the car park, you’ll feel both connected and safe.

Nearby, you can explore the Robert Louis Stevenson Museum and Vailima Gardens. For more small-scale stays in the capital, take a look at the 10 Best Boutique Accommodations in Apia.

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3. Taumeasina Island Resort

Its own private island yet moments away from Apia’s bustling city centre, Taumeasina Island Resort is the perfect go-to for couples who want that resort holiday yet still be close to the action.

It is also one of Samoa’s largest resorts, so you won’t be stuck for ways to spend your time together between the two resort pools, Fofo Spa & Sauna, tennis courts, watersports equipment, cultural activities schedule, and very popular fiafia nights (see the 10 Best Cultural Shows (Fiafia) in Samoa).

There are three restaurants on-site to choose from, although they’re not our favourite at least you’re never too far from Apia’s finest places to wine and dine. As for rooms, the “Oceanview Hotel Rooms” are best for couples, boasting contemporary interiors of what you would expect of an international-style hotel.

If you crave more of that resort-style holiday, be sure to also check out the Top 25 Resorts in Samoa.

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4. Lava Hotel

For a contemporary stay in Samoa with a twist, check out the Lava Hotel. While the rooms are cosier than the Samoan average, they come equipped with free WiFi and 45″ smart TVs with Chromecast – a rarity in these parts!

Perched on the Mulinuu Peninsula, this hotel offers stunning ocean views, particularly from the “Superior Ocean View Rooms”. It’s just a short stroll from town and provides complimentary car parking for guests.

The industrial-style foyer, adorned with timber, iron, and ambient lighting, leads to the elegant 1905 Restaurant. Here, you can enjoy a peaceful meal by the residents-only pool or join in the captivating fiafia nights featuring a BBQ buffet.

With its prime location and modern amenities, the Lava Hotel offers a unique blend of convenience and comfort for your Samoan getaway.

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5. Talanoa Fales Accommodation

For something a little different, escape to lush gardens nestled in mountain views at Talanoa Fales Accommodation.

On the quiet foothills of Mt Vaea in the village of Moamoa, approximately 10 minutes from Apia, the family-run accommodation is abundant in fruit and vegetable plants ideal for cooking using your fale’s very own self-catering facilities.

Your garden fale is vibrantly decorated and also features an ensuite, a living area and a verandah to enjoy watching the birds. What’s more, a free lunch is served on a Sunday.

For more options with kitchens, check out the 10 Best Self-Catering Accommodations in Samoa.

6. Orator Hotel Samoa

Nestled in the quiet outskirts of Apia, Orator Hotel Samoa welcomes you with a Samoan song and lush gardens that are its unique selling point. The poolside villas are the cream of the crop, while other rooms await renovation.

This Samoan-owned gem hosts popular buffets on Wednesdays, karaoke nights, and a traditional to’onai lunch on Sundays. It’s a sought-after venue for events, particularly weddings.

Enjoy free Starlink WiFi, a swimming pool, billiard table, and complimentary minibar. The hotel implements sustainability practices, including a robust recycling scheme and a partnership with Sleepwell to refurbish old mattresses.

For more affordable stays in Apia, check out the 20 Best Budget Accommodations in Apia.

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7. Moanalisa Hotel

Another neat little hotel on the outskirts of Apia, Moanalisa Hotel shines in its garden and nautical-themed decor to really reflect your South Seas holiday.

The three-star hotel’s villas are nestled in gardens with carved wooden posts, a decorative bar and restaurant, as well as a swimming pool, truly setting the right tone for a couple’s escape.

Moanalisa also offers a very affordable wedding venue if you’re looking to tie the knot in paradise – find out more in the 10 Best Wedding Venues in Apia.

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8. Tanoa Tusitala Hotel

A hotel with resort vibes and a convenient location on the Mulinuu Peninsula, Tanoa Tusitala Hotel offers a luxurious escape in the heart of Apia. The magnificent dome rooves are just the beginning of what this property has to offer.

You’ll find it hard to tear yourself away from not one, but two stunning pools – an adult pool for tranquil relaxation and a family pool for splashing fun. Tennis enthusiasts will love the on-site court, perfect for a friendly match or two.

Foodies, rejoice! The hotel is part of an exciting farm-to-table initiative, with an organic garden tended by staff. Savour the freshest ingredients in your meals at the Fala Restaurant, which serves a hot buffet breakfast each morning. For a romantic dinner, head to the Deck Restaurant by the pool for al fresco dining under the stars.

Rooms are comfortably appointed with air-conditioning, ensuite bathrooms, and either a private balcony or patio. As a bonus, there’s even free (albeit limited) WiFi – a rarity in Samoa.

If you’re after a comfortable and convenient base for exploring Apia with a touch of luxury, Tanoa Tusitala Hotel fits the bill perfectly.

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9. Tivoli Aparthotel

Surrounding a Mediterranean-esque pool area with ornate iron furniture under cute gazebos, Tivoli Aparthotel offers an alternative yet romantic ambience in Apia.

When we visited on our last trip, we discovered that your ultra-spacious unit has colourful modern fixtures, as well as useful amenities like cooking facilities for a true home away from home.

You are also supplied with reusable glass bottles so you can keep hydrated using the hotel’s filtered water and reduce your plastic water bottle impact – yay!

Note that there is a security bond to pay upon check-in (so return those bottles!) For more ways to travel more sustainably, check out the 30 Ways to Travel More Sustainably in Samoa.

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10. Samoana Boutique Hotel

Experience comfort and convenience at Samoana Boutique Hotel, where you can choose from two grades of hotel-style rooms or opt for the self-catering freedom of an apartment with its own kitchen.

The hotel’s attractive albeit small swimming pool offers a refreshing respite from Apia’s tropical heat.

Although situated a little way out of town, car rental is a breeze through the hotel’s sister company, Samoana Rentals. This makes exploring Apia and beyond a cinch – check out the 10 Best Car Rentals on Upolu for more options.

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More About Romantic Honeymoon Accommodations in Apia

That’s it for our list of the most romantic honeymoon accommodations in Apia for couples, but we have much more advice for the perfect couple’s escape in the following guides

Finally, don’t miss a thing when it comes to planning the perfect getaway by checking out The Wedding, Honeymoon & Romantic Getaway Guide to 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])

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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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