Faofao Beach Fales

2.5 star property
Saleapaga beachfront hotel with bar/lounge

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Private beach, white sand
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Private beach, white sand
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Reviews

8.4 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Bar
  • Non-smoking
  • Laundry facilities
  • Internet access
  • Free parking
Main amenities
  • On a private beach
  • WiFi in the lobby
  • Bar/lounge
  • Airport shuttle
  • Area shuttle
  • Garden
  • Convenience store
  • Laundry service
  • Wedding services
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk
Feel at home
  • Garden
  • Limited housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Free self parking
  • Grocery/convenience store
The price is $45
includes taxes & fees
$39 per night
Jan 9 - Jan 10, 2025

Room options

Beach Fale

Highlights

4 bathrooms
  • 161 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed OR 1 Double Bed

Room (with Air Conditioning)

Highlights

Air conditioning
4 bathrooms
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
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About the neighborhood

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Saleapaga, Lepa, South East Coast, Saleapaga, Eastern Cape

What's nearby

  • Lalomanu Beach - 8 min drive
  • To-Sua Ocean Trench - 8 min drive
  • Namua - 10 min drive
  • Sopoaga Water Falls - 15 min drive
  • Apia Park - 54 min drive

Getting around

  • Apia (FGI-Fagali'i) - 81 min drive
  • Faleolo International Airport (APW) - 101 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)

About this property

Faofao Beach Fales

Faofao Beach Fales is a great choice for a stay in Saleapaga. Other highlights include a bar/lounge and a garden. Fellow travelers say great things about the beach location.

Languages

English

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 24 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Check-out time is 10:00 AM

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
  • The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
  • Front desk staffed during limited hours
  • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

  • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

  • Pets not allowed

Internet

  • WiFi in public areas*

Parking

  • Free onsite self parking

Transfers

  • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*

Offsite

  • Area shuttle*

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Bar/lounge

Traveling with children

  • Grocery/convenience store

What to do

  • On a private beach

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Shower only
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

More

  • Limited housekeeping

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • WiFi is available in public areas for USD 2.00 per hour (rates may vary)
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 80 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Area shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
This property only accepts cash.

Also known as

Faofao Beach Fales Hostel Upolu Island
Faofao Beach Fales Upolu Island
Faofao Beach Fales Hostel Saleapaga
Faofao Beach Fales Hostel
Faofao Beach Fales Saleapaga
Faofao Beach Fales Hotel Saleapaga
Faofao Beach Fales Samoa/Saleapaga
Faofao Beach Fales Hotel
Faofao Beach Fales Saleapaga
Faofao Beach Fales Hotel Saleapaga

Frequently asked questions

Does Faofao Beach Fales offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Faofao Beach Fales does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Faofao Beach Fales?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Faofao Beach Fales?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Faofao Beach Fales?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 80 per vehicle one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Faofao Beach Fales?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
What is there to do at Faofao Beach Fales and nearby?
Faofao Beach Fales has a private beach and a garden.

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

7.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Faofao beach fales are like living in paradise
Spent an amazing few nights at Faofao fales. The fale is right on the beach and a great place to relax. The family that run these fales are very friendly and beautiful hosts. The meals were so tasty and enjoyed lovely cocktails on the eating area veranda looking out over the ocean. Will definitely return here. The mosquito nets were intact, the mattresses comfortable and the shared bathroom facilities were well kept and cleaned. The location is close to To Sua trench and lolmanu beach however the Faofao beach is so beautiful i was happy to spend time there. Cant wait to return!
Tracey, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Anthony, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Good fales, wake up to gorgeous beach, swim or good snorkeling, then a nice breakfast. Lovely family runs it, who provide great & friendly service - even a band one night. Bar & restaurant right on the water, looking out to the ocean and along the beach. Highly recommend! 👌
Paul, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Absolutely beautiful beach!, Family is extremely friendly and the food was amazing! Rustic accommodation but great value for the money
Clint, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Tina & [Siuna ] & family looked after us exceptionally well with beautiful home cooked breakfast & dinners , convivial bar & dining area over the lovely sandy beach - enjoyed sharing the experience with fellow travellers- our most relaxing stay in Samoa & a good base to visit Namua Island, waterfalls & To Sua Ocean Trench.
Ros, 4-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Loved the experience of being in a basic fale right on the beach in a glorious setting
Peter and Jane, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly helpful staff. We stayed in the accommodation block. Beachfront fales were another cheaper option. Not luxurious but in keeping with its charging. It has a large communal dining room where it was easy to chat with other guests. Good basic breakfast and dinner were included with our Expedia booking.
GRAHAM, 3-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

STUNNING. Real authentic Fale stay with an awesome Samoan family. This is not the place to stay if you like resorts. But if you like sleeping three steps away from the most beautiful beach in the world, and eating yum authentic food, this is the place for you
Nicole, 3-night romance trip
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6/10 Good

I stayed in one of the air conditioned rooms. While I understand that staying in a local accomodation I cannot expect luxury, I thought for the price I paid the accomodation was really really basic. No bath towel or soap in the bathroom. A single sheet on the bed. The bathroom did not seem clean. And multiple cockroaches in my room. I ended up leaving a day early because I felt so uncomfortable here. I heard from other guests that they liked the fales so perhaps those are the better option here. I have photos of the room and cockroach but don’t have an option to upload these.
Quazi Nusrat, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Really amazing, simple place to stay
Ella, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good

This property could do with some tlc and good clean up
Chris, 4-night romance trip
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8/10 Very Good

An amazing spot and the Fale’s are awesome! Foods good and staff really make you feel welcome! Toilet/shower areas basic and not the cleanest. If you can rough it a bit - highly recommended place to stay!
Neil, 3-night family trip
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2/10 Poor

Not what was booked, terribly disappointing
Location wonderful but booked three 'fales' but there was only two availble despite having oaid for "three rooms" via Hotels.com. Tried to squeeze me into one of the fales witj my adult son. Eventually gave me a room away from the beach which was terrible. Filthy dirty bathroom, no soap, no towels, etc
William, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great place, bautiful beach, nice people
clive, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Very cute little falles, on the beach. The view is beautiful, it’s a very quiet area. The family is very nice and the food delicious
Catherine, 2-night trip
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2/10 Poor

Not clean
Isabella May, 5-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

Staying in a fale overlooking the beach and ocean is an incredible experience I will never forget. Falling asleep to the waves crashing and star lit night sky was perfect. Mosquito net provided for the real deal. Takes 2-3 hours from the airport. Simple dinner and breakfast. Staff very warm and welcoming. Would recommend if you are after a simple but memorable experience
Laura, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Glynis, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

A lovely place run by lovely people. Breakfast and dinner were yummy and good portions! Can snorkel in the beach infront. Yes it is basic but it has a real charm, highly recommend.
Nicholas, 2-night romance trip
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2/10 Poor

Suffice it to say that we left after two hours to go to a real resort nearby, which they suggested as an alternative (😉) and which luckily had a room for us. Of course, since we checked in we lost the right to ask for at least a partial refund. They have many wonderful reviews and decent pictures so we thought the place must be basic but charming. Big mistake, it's simply a scam which doesn't help Samoa's image or economy. Luckily we ended up in a great resort a short drive away (Aga Reef Resort) where we stayed wonderfully and had the vacation we where looking for.
Laura, 7-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

loved that it was very private. we were the only guests on the night we stayed over which was great. owner very friendly and had our dinner served to us on the night, enjoyed the breakfast prepared for us the next morning. will definitely book again with Faofao
Rowena, 1-night romance trip
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6/10 Good

There was confusion amongst the staff upon check-in as to what meals would be included in the half-board that was included in the reservation. The breakfast was very nice, the facility basic but clean and quiet. Very relaxing to wake up next to the sea.
Benjamin, 1-night romance trip
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2/10 Poor

This property is not operating as advertised. Do not book here! It's in a dreadful state and the restaurant is closed.
Nicole, 1-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional

Highly recommend staying here for a simple, relaxing holiday. Nice fale with traditional woven blinds on a beautiful beach. Friendly host, although sad to note some rubbish visible on the beach. Very good family-style breakfast and dinner, self-serve buffet with changing selections each day. (Note: I did not request it, but did not seem to have vegetarian/other dietary options.) Simple facilities, has everything you need for a relaxing stay, but nothing fancy. For those who haven’t stayed in a fale before, I’d let you know that the waves crashing at the beach were quite loud, which is of course expected in this type of accommodation, but would recommend light sleepers get a closed room rather than beach fale.
Ellen, 3-night romance trip
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