The Guide to Savai’i Nightlife + 5 Things to Do on Savai’i at Night

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Drinking and Nightlife on Savai’i

Whether you’ve dreamed of partying in paradise or simply prefer to sip your cocktails while watching the sunset, Savai’i has the bar or nightclub to suit. You have a couple of options in Salelologa, while the rest of Savai’i’s nightlife can be found along the Sunshine Coast.

Nightlife in Salelologa

It’s no surprise that Savai’i’s main hub is the place to get a drink and even party into the early hours.

Harbourside Cafe & Pizza Bar

On Friday nights, head down to the Harbourside Cafe & Pizza Bar for a fun yet laid-back evening of karaoke.

Sit down with some Taula on tap, good food, and, hopefully – depending on the talent, some good tunes complete with disco lights. You never know, by the end of the night you could be on your feet. Friday Karaoke is from 6 pm to 10 pm.

For more on Harbourside’s food, check out The Best Places to Eat on Savai’i.

NightHawk

At the commercial centre on the western side of Salelologa, NightHawk is Savai’i’s official nightclub.

It is the most vibing on Friday and Saturday nights but look out on their Facebook page for party nights throughout the week.

There’s usually a small cover charge to get into the hall with lights spinning and a local DJ doing their thing.

It’s recommended to go as a group; ask your hotel staff if they’re heading there to go with them (don’t worry, it’s not that weird).

Nightlife on the Sunshine Coast (North Coast)

More of Savai’i’s nightlife can be found scattered between the resorts and local bars of Savai’i’s north coast, also known as the Sunshine Coast.

Bayview Resort

Bayview Resort might be known for its unique lava field location in Saleaula and for its half-n-half open and closed fales (check out the 10 Best Resorts on Savai’i – they’re pretty cool), but its Lava Rock Bar happens to be one of the most popular bars on the island for locals too!

Lava Rock is worth the venture on Friday and Saturday nights, usually with live DJs and/or karaoke, so check the “Bayview Accommodations” Facebook page for upcoming events.

Hans Poolside Bar – Le Lagoto Resort

For late afternoon/sundowner drinks, you have a couple of excellent options in Fagamalo starting with Hans Poolside Bar. At Le Lagoto Resort, the bar beside the resort’s infinity pool offers a relaxed yet upmarket feel (perhaps to impress that special someone) and outside guests are welcome.

Get amazing views of the sunset across the bar’s west-facing beach while sipping on cocktails or Vailima beer.

Happy hour is between 4 pm and 6 pm for 20% off all beers and cocktails. On Fridays, happy hour is extended until 7 pm.

Barefoot Bar & Restaurant – Savaii Lagoon Resort

Next door and on the lagoon’s edge, you couldn’t be closer to the ocean than Barefoot Bar & Restaurant.

The restaurant and bar of the Savaii Lagoon Resort is primarily a restaurant setting but their cocktail, beer and smoothie list just beg for drinks on a lazy afternoon or while watching that stellar sunset. Their highlights are Piña colada and local Vailima beer.

Le Laulua Bar

Finally, if you really want to party like a local, head to the far-flung northwestern village of Asau (near the gas station) for drinks and local music at Le Laulua Bar.

Lounge at the tables with your favourite Samoan beer in a tower, play a game of pool, and by the end of the night, we challenge you not to be dancing!

Again, it’s best to go as a group; ask your hotel staff (Va-i-Moana or Vaisala are closest) if they’re heading there to go with them. Look out on the “Melisa Band” Facebook page for upcoming events.

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Savai’i Fiafia and Umu Nights

Compared to Upolu, Savai’i’s fiafia nights – cultural shows including a Samoan-style feast – are few and far between. Some resorts also put on umu nights, where food is wrapped in banana leaves and cooked using hot rocks.

Fiafia Nights on Savai’i

Savaii Lagoon Resort

For an unforgettable evening of Samoan culture, check out the Savaii Lagoon Resort‘s fiafia night! Every Wednesday, this vibrant celebration brings together the best of local traditions, music and cuisine.

You’ll be treated to a mouthwatering feast of Samoan delicacies followed by a spectacular show featuring traditional dances and the heart-stopping fire knife dance. Whether you’re staying at the resort or not, this is one experience you don’t want to miss.

The festivities kick off at 6:30 pm, giving you plenty of time to work up an appetite for the big feast. We recommend booking in advance, especially if you’re not a resort guest.

Le Lagoto Resort

Open to resort guests and non-guests alike, Le Lagoto Resort‘s fiafia nights on a Friday are well worth booking.

Indulge in slow-roasted pork, fish and vegetables cooked in an umu, as well as other local delicacies like oka, faiai fe’e, taro and luau (not forgetting some dessert). Then let your food digest while watching traditional and contemporary Polynesian dancing from the local fiafia group!

Le Lagoto Resort’s fiafia nights take place on Fridays only if there are enough bookings for the event, so be sure to call ahead. Fiafia nights are most likely to go ahead during Samoa’s busier tourist season, between June and September. Learn more about the best time to visit Savai’i in The Best Time to Visit Samoa: A Month-by-Month Guide.

If you miss a fiafia night on Savai’i, there’s plenty of opportunity on Upolu, as listed in the 15 Best Cultural Shows (Fiafia) in Samoa.

Amoa Resort

Get ready for a cultural extravaganza at Amoa Resort‘s vibrant fiafia night! This stunning venue in Faga village transforms into a hub of Samoan hospitality, offering an unforgettable evening of entertainment and tradition.

As the sun dips below the horizon, the resort’s attractive open-air fale comes alive with the melodious strumming of a string band, setting the perfect mood for a night of celebration. You’ll be treated to mesmerising performances that will have you tapping your feet and swaying to the rhythm.

The highlight of the week is undoubtedly the Saturday Fiafia night (though the day is subject to change, so be sure to check).

Umu Nights on Savai’i

Va-i-Moana Seaside Lodge

Take the food minus the dancing and you have an umu night! Va-i-Moana Seaside Lodge puts on an umu demonstration on a Wednesday if they have sufficient guests staying with them (be sure to enquire ahead of time). Non-guests are welcome too if they book ahead.

Aganoa Lodge

Alternatively, guests at Aganoa Lodge are treated to locally-inspired cuisine throughout their stay, including the “umu night” which is often a highlight of the meal plan.

For more food-related adventures, check out The Food Guide to Savai’i: Places to Eat & Food Tours.