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The Samoan Outrigger Hotel

Apia · Samoa

Apia, SamoaView location

8.6/10Excellent303 Reviews
Cleanliness8.8/108.8
Service9.2/109.2
Comfort7.8/107.8
Condition8.2/108.2
Location7.6/107.6
Neighborhood7.6/107.6
Value8.6/108.6
Amenities8.6/108.6
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About The Samoan Outrigger Hotel

A stay at The Samoan Outrigger Hotel places you in the heart of Apia, a 2-minute drive from Robert Louis Stevenson Museum and 7 minutes from Apia Park. This hotel is 2. 5 mi (4 km) from National Parliament and 3. 5 mi (5. 6 km) from Faleata Golf Course.

Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. This Colonial hotel also features wireless Internet access (surcharge), wedding services, and a television in a common area.

Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge.

Make yourself at home in one of the 15 individually decorated guestrooms. Prepare your meals in the shared/communal kitchen. Wireless Internet access (surcharge) keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms with showers are provided.

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A stay at The Samoan Outrigger Hotel places you in the heart of Apia, within a 5-minute drive of China Aid Arts and Culture Centre and Falemataaga – The Museum of Samoa.

This hotel is 1.1 mi (1.9 km) from Samoa Cultural Village and 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Immaculate Conception Cathedral. Make yourself at home in one of the 15 individually decorated guestrooms. Prepare your meals in the shared/communal kitchen. Bathrooms with showers are provided.

Conveniences include safes, housekeeping is provided daily, and cribs/infant beds (complimentary) can be requested. Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.

Popular amenities

Parking available
Airport transfers
Dining services
Concierge
Laundry
Entertainment
Non-smoking
Banquet facilities

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 12:00 PM
Check-in until anytime
Check-out until 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age 18

Hotel policies

Beach nearby No rollaway/extra beds available No elevators Professional property host/manager Pets not allowed Service animals not allowed

Important information

  • You need to know
    • One child 12 years old or younger stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
    • No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.
  • Special 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. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
  • Instructions
    • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
    • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
    • Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
    • This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
    • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
    • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Minimal age
    18
  • Optional fees
    • Fee for wireless internet in public areas: WST 5 per stay (rates may vary)
    • Airport shuttle fee: WST 26 per person (one-way)
    • An in-room safe is available for an additional fee
    • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3.5 percent

    The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

  • Spoken Language

    English

Nearby attractions

China Aid Arts and Culture Centre 1 km / 0.6 mi
Falemataaga – The Museum of Samoa 1.5 km / 0.9 mi
Samoa Cultural Village 1.9 km / 1.1 mi
Immaculate Conception Cathedral 1.9 km / 1.2 mi
Apia Park 1.9 km / 1.2 mi
Apia Clock Tower 2.2 km / 1.3 mi
Fish Market 2.3 km / 1.4 mi
Palolo Deep Marine Reserve 2.4 km / 1.5 mi
Fugalei Fresh Produce Market 2.4 km / 1.5 mi
SPACE Samoa Performing Arts & Creative Excellence 2.7 km / 1.7 mi
Vailima Botanical Garden 2.8 km / 1.7 mi
Robert Louis Stevenson Museum 2.9 km / 1.8 mi
Mulinu'u Peninsula 3.5 km / 2.2 mi
National Parliament 3.9 km / 2.4 mi
Faleata Golf Course 5.6 km / 3.5 mi

Hotel facilities & services

Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.

  • Total number of rooms: 15
  • hotel
  • City centre
  • Car park
  • 24-hour reception
  • Check-in hour
  • Check-out hour
  • Late Check-outExtra charge
  • Mobile phone coverage
  • Wi-fi
  • Car hire
  • Secure parking
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  • Airport Shuttle
  • Laundry service
  • Smoke detector
  • Hotel safe
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Luggage room
  • BBQ facilities: 1
  • Grill/BBQ: 1
  • Electric kettle
  • Bar
  • Non-smoking area
  • Breakfast room
  • Printer
  • Outdoor freshwater pool: 1
  • TV lounge
  • Breakfast
  • Breakfast served to the table
  • Non-smoking establishment
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
  • Billiards
Meal plans

Meal plan types

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CB

Continental Breakfast

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Upon availability

Room types

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  • SINGLE WITH SHARED BATHROOMSINGLE • WITH SHARED BATHROOMSGL.FH

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    SINGLE WITH SHARED BATHROOM

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–1 • Adults: max. 1 • Children: max. 0
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    SINGLE
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    WITH SHARED BATHROOM

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: SGL.FH

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  • DOUBLE WITH AIR CONDITIONINGDOUBLE • WITH AIR CONDITIONINGDBL.AC

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    DOUBLE WITH AIR CONDITIONING

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
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    WITH AIR CONDITIONING

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    Room code: DBL.AC

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  • DOUBLE WITH SHARED BATHROOMDOUBLE • WITH SHARED BATHROOMDBL.FH-1

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    DOUBLE WITH SHARED BATHROOM

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    WITH SHARED BATHROOM

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.FH-1

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  • Room TWO BEDSRoom • TWO BEDSROO.2B

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    Room TWO BEDS

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
    Room type
    Room
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    TWO BEDS

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    Room code: ROO.2B

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  • TRIPLE STANDARDTRIPLE • STANDARDTPL.ST-1

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    TRIPLE STANDARD

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–5 • Adults: max. 3 • Children: max. 4
    Room type
    TRIPLE
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    STANDARD

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    Room code: TPL.ST-1

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Guest reviews

What other guests saying about The Samoan Outrigger Hotel

8.6
Excellent
303 Reviews
Cleanliness
8.8 /10
Service
9.2 /10
Comfort
7.8 /10
Condition
8.2 /10
Location
7.6 /10
Neighborhood
7.6 /10
Value
8.6 /10
Amenities
8.6 /10
100 reviews shown
8/10
Excellent
12 Jul 2026
Gary
Only stayed 2 nights but room was very nice, close to lots of restaurants, easy access to Apia, very nice breakfast.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
03 Jul 2026
James
The staff are very friendly and helpful. The rooms are clean and the place feels very secure and safe. The bathrooms were recently upgraded and very clean and comfortable to use. The location is close to some very nice restaurants and within the compound it feels very peaceful.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
29 Jun 2026
toni
Was an easy place to stay. Rooms were clean and bed was comfortable. Staff were excellent at all times. Good eating places in easy walking distance. Breakfast was always something different on each day and had a Samoan flavour which was a nice touch.
Business
6/10
Pleasant
17 Jun 2026
Phillip
Reception very welcoming and friendly. Loved her. Explained everything very well, professional, efficient. Room with ensuite small, very basic but clean. Cold aircon. Patio with table and chairs. Didn't read details properly and was surprised the bed is only double size. Expensive to only have double size bed. Could've booked elsewhere for same price and more comfortable, larger bed and room. Mattress springy/squeaky, not supportive. Water pressure is excellent. But on rainy day there was no hot water. Soap bar provided but no shampoo/conditioner. Guest laundry available but expensive at $40WST per wash/dry. Had the unexpected and very unwelcome experience of hearing the tenants in one of the rooms next to us enjoying adult cuddle time, yuk. So rooms not fully soundproof. Speaking of unwelcome sound, there is a gym across the road with super loud thumping music early morning and afternoon so very hard to rest with the beats coming through to your room. Above ground pool. Nice gardens - lawns and grounds immaculate. Parking space inside gate for 4 cars. Otherwise can park on street or across road. That area does have hotel CCTV surveillance. Very good location. Walking distance to Kokobanana and other restaurants and shops. 5min drive to town and markets. All in all was OK for the two nights we were in Apia but definitely would not stay there again. Too expensive for what you get. Can get better accommodation elsewhere for the price.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
04 Jun 2026
richard
Just a one night stay with a day stay which was very helpful. Friendly staff, lovely grounds and a nice pool. Breakfast was included. Good suggestions in the info book. Minor niggles would be some dated/stained towels and floor mats and the loud gym across the road which they obviously could do little about. One could close the door and shut the occasional noise out. I would stay again perhaps in the very nice looking fale's !
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
30 May 2026
Timu S
I stayed 2 nights at The Samoa Outrigger hotel 29-31 May 2026. I had a bottom floor room it was clean and the staff were so nice and helpful. I like to give special mention to Nele the girl on afternoon to evening shift the two days I was there who was very nice and helpful getting me taxis helping me with the washing machine and dryer so I could do my washing and her smiling welcoming face thank you sis. Breakfast was so good and filling.

The wifi wasn’t good though for my room I was in room 11 it only worked when I went and stood in the hall way so maybe another modem for end rooms in the ground floor.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
21 May 2026
Rob
Great staff, happy environment.ent, a
10/10
Exceptional
14 May 2026
Isabella
Lovely breakfast
10/10
Exceptional
26 Apr 2026
Dufty
Loved my stay here! Simple, quaint and everything you need for a stay in Samoa.. Only issue, would be wifi is a little on the slow side, but I feel this is common all over Samoa. :)
8/10
Excellent
26 Apr 2026
Colin
The kitchen was excellent. The breakfasts were varied and satisfying and well cooked and presented.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
24 Apr 2026
IRA
I suggest installing fans in the communal bathrooms. It’s like a sauna in there.
From a safety perspective, I suggest moving the mirror and shelf in the bathroom for number 10. I almost fell stepping backwards while facing the mirror. The shower floor splash guard is right behind and underneath if you stand facing the mirror, and you have the sink to your left.
Self
8/10
Excellent
07 Apr 2026
Sarah
This was a serene little spot, felt very safe here as a solo traveler. Staff were kind, everything was clean and the pool was great. My only complaint would be that it was so noisy every night! The chickens and dogs were going off constantly and I slept very poorly even with earplugs in. Would be fine for a heavy sleeper though!
Self
6/10
Pleasant
05 Apr 2026
Cathy
I stayed here for two weeks and during my stay, it was pretty good. The breakfast was really nice, and the staff there were pretty friendly and always asked if we needed something. The room we stayed at was nice the touch with the flowers was beautiful (thank you for following my request), but the only downside was the ants. Every single day and night we had to clean out the bin and wipe down the walls and floor due to the ants roaming around. Other than that my experience was really nice thank you!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
19 Mar 2026
Alafita
Great service and wonderful surroundings of garden and homely atmosphere. Great breakfast.Lovely and friendly owner . Faafetai tele lava. (Thank you very much )
Self
8/10
Excellent
13 Feb 2026
SUA
Fantastic stay, clean room, awesome staff very accommodating friendly and helpful, breakfast of fresh Island fruits was beautiful, will stay there again recommend it very relaxing.
When the new renovation completed it will be great for families as well. All the best.
10/10
Exceptional
20 Jan 2026
Kevin
Amazing staff!!
Self
10/10
Exceptional
14 Jan 2026
Melissa
I absolutely cannot fault the beautiful staff at The Samoan Outrigger Hotel. They were very attentive and made my stay so enjoyable, from the lovely breakfasts to the tips and recommendations for what to do in Samoa and little chats here and there around the hotel. I had an early day trip one morning and asked if it would be possible to have a packed breakfast at 6am and the staff packed me some hard boiled eggs, crackers and a whole bunch of fruits which absolutely saved me on the ferry to Savai’i. I stayed in room 11 which had the ensuite, a mini fridge, aircon and mini patio with chairs and tables for you to seat outside and enjoy the garden. Room was cleaned everyday and though basic, had everything I needed. There is a shared kitchen and dining area for all guests just next to the pool. I really enjoyed my stay. I do want to note that the gym next door starts pumping very loud music as early as 6.30am in the morning which is not the hotel’s fault and wasn’t an issue for me as I’m an early riser but good to note that even if with the doors closed, you’d still be able to hear the music and beeping which may be an issue for guests who like to sleep in.
Leisure Self
2/10
Poor
07 Jan 2026
Joseph
WARNING - DISHONEST OWNER AND FALSE ADVERTISEMENT… the description for the room says room amenities: bathroom. See the picture. When I went to check in, they insisted that it’s a shared bathroom. I ended up meeting with the owner and asked her a very simple question: why don’t you say shared bathroom if you intend it to be a shared bathroom? She refused to answer the question. The room description also states shared kitchen, but never says shared bathroom. I then showed her the picture of the description of the room where it says room amenities: bathroom and asked her why it says one of the room amenities is a bathroom and she refused to answer the question. Why say shared kitchen, but not say shared bathroom, if that’s what is honestly intended. These are bad people and I would not do business with them and I would not stay there. I left and went to another hotel, she refused to give a refund, but Expedia agreed that their description is misleading at best, and the Visa company also agreed a refund will be issued. The owner kept saying the advertisement says shared facilities, and they do have a shared kitchen for everyone, but nowhere does it say shared bathroom. The fact that she wouldn’t answer the question why she doesn’t expressly state shared bathroom but does say shared kitchen, I think tells us everything we need to know.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
28 Dec 2025
Olivia
Such a lovely stay! All of the staff were super friendly and kind, the kitchen was super useful and the complimentary breakfast was great! The pool and gardens are gorg!
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
21 Nov 2025
Jacqueline
Great breakfast and friendly staff
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
06 Nov 2025
Alafita Sooletaua
Great friendly staff. Like family. Highly recommended. Beautiful garden and praceful.
Faafetai 😘
Leisure
6/10
Pleasant
29 Sep 2025
Millie
A good transfer stop in Apia. Non descript room, lovely breakfast.
8/10
Excellent
24 Sep 2025
KELSEY
Welcoming atmosphere, nice garden setting with pool, lovely staff and a great breakfast each morning. There's also a kitchen to use if you feel like cooking. Bring earplugs for the traffic noise during the night though.
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
18 Sep 2025
Gary

Samoan Outrigger Hotel

I enjoyed my stay at the Samoan Outrigger Hotel very much. The staff were very friendly and helpful in all regards, offering suggestions on visiting area of the island. Cable or satellite television would be the only upgrade I would recommend. I will certainly visit the hotel again in the future.
Self
8/10
Excellent
10 Sep 2025
Taemoa
Great service
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
27 Aug 2025
Alaimalo Joanna
Awesome
8/10
Excellent
22 Aug 2025
Ian
Staff great bit noisy with dogs
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
09 Aug 2025
Jan
I really enjoyed my stay at the Samoan Outrigger. The room was clean, spacious and the bathroom was too. The only negative was the very noisy music coming from the gym in the early morning and evening, so incredibly loud
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
25 Jul 2025
Belinda
The rooms are basic and clean the property is an old colonial style place and Samoa fales for hire setting surrounded by a beautiful tropical garden and a pool, they serve a different breakfast each day very nice, the staff are lovely and helpful. The dining area is available for use to the guests and a communal kitchen. We often would buy food and bring it back and eat at the dining area. Felt like a true Samoan experience better one of the larger hotels. One slight negative is not safe to keep food in the communal kitchen, other than that everything else is fab, I would come back here and so would my family.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
21 Jul 2025
Anastasia
Charming old homestead
Well maintained and very clean
24 hr onsite support
Daily breakfast
It does have sone share facilities but ootiins for private too. The kitchen is open for self catering.
Business_and_leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
19 Jul 2025
Deborah
I like boutique hotels and this establishment follows those sort of lines - historical artefacts, antique furniture and photos showcasing the local Apia history dating back 100 years and more. The hotel was clean and the staff very friendly. Breakfast was nicely presented.
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
16 Jul 2025
Taylor
Lovely staff, delicious breakfast, nice and refreshing pool. Enjoyable stay in the fale 😊
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
10 Jul 2025
Nicholas
This was a beautiful and peaceful property. It’s not spotless like a resort, but it is wonderful and comfortable. The staff is phenomenal and so helpful for all your needs. They called me so many taxis and helped make sure they would come (often calling them again). I stayed in the Fale, and it’s such a cool experience. It’s definitely more like camping, but it’s unique and fun. Make sure to bring an extension cord because the power outlets are on the ceiling in the fales.
Leisure Self
4/10
Poor
06 Jul 2025
Verified traveler

Not a 3 star hotel. More like a 1 star

We stayed here because it was closer to the hospital. The room was clean. The shared bathrooms were dirty and one of the shower locks didn't work. I was uncomfortable when I tried to enter the ladies shower and there was a man using the general sink in the small entryway. It shows it being a 3 star hotel but it was more a 1 star hotel. Different regions in the world should have different star rating charts. They have a weird policy of not wearing shoes in the place. You leave them at the front entrance. I get their point of keeping the house clean but it's so different from most hotels. It would have been ok if I had socks to wear around. I absolutely recommend inside shoes and shower shoes. The shared fridge in the kitchen was dirty as well. I don't feel comfortable leaving my food in there. The first lady that checked us in was somewhat rude but the rest of the staff were very kind and friendly. The history of the place is very interesting. I think it needs to be a museum. I wouldn't stay here again nor recommend this place taking into account the cost per night and the experience I had.
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
13 Jun 2025
Gerald
The traditional Samoa fale in which I stayed, the excellent breakfast and the friendly helpful staff
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
09 Jun 2025
James
The place has many of the best restaurants in close proximity. The staff are very friendly and helpful, and it feels very peaceful. Exceeds expectations for the cost.
Business Self
10/10
Exceptional
05 Jun 2025
Alafita
Enjoyed quiet and lovely garden .friendly staff and owners. Highly recommended. Near main town . Great breakfast!😁
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
17 May 2025
Claire
Great breakfast, comfortable bed, flexible check in. Everyone friendly and helpful. We didn’t use the pool but it looked good.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
26 Jan 2025
Alafita
Great service from friendly and welcoming ladies Faafetai tele lava. Thank you !! Great experience to stay in fale. Traditional place of living in Samoa and meeting other guests.Look forward to going back to outriggers when next travel to 🇼🇸 Samoa!
Business_and_leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
22 Jan 2025
Rosemarie
we enjoyed our family group stay here. Staff were helpful, great location and atmosphere. Excellent pool facilities and breakfast included with the stay was delicious.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
21 Jan 2025
Thomas
STAFF WENT OUT OF THERE WAY TO HELP ME...THE OWNER TOO
THEY TRULY CARE FOR THEIR GUESTS.
EXCEPTIONAL!
Business_and_leisure
10/10
Exceptional
14 Jan 2025
Potogi
Old/style look buliding / nice location and close to town and you can walk to robert louis steven building and a good hikin , great StuffIt n friendly . I recomend to anyone .. Seki SAMOA 25 Thanks Faafetai see u again
Business_and_leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
23 Nov 2024
Ashley

Recommend 10/10

It was excellent. We arrived on a Sunday which is when most stores in Samoa are closed, however the hotel held our bags and provided excellent information on where to go and what would be open. Pool was nice and room was good.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
15 Oct 2024
Hazel

Very hospitable

Had a fantastic time. Reception manned 24hrs and all the staff were very helpful and answered any questions we had. Breakfast was delicious, different every day including local dishes. Room was nice and cool, had a fridge to keep drinks cold and kettle to make tea or coffee. TV had a choice of channels. Room cleaned daily. Had a patio to sit outside with chairs and table. Also could sit by or swim in pool.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
21 Sep 2024
Velma
Beautiful stay and staff were incredible and so helpful they truly make the staff beautiful dry humble and loving the attention to care and attention to little things made it by far next to none x One lady in particular she just attended to our needs over and above 🙏 Look forward to staying again.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
10 Sep 2024
Sione
Excellent services and homely
4/10
Poor
07 Sep 2024
Estella
This was booked advance and paid for online (was only booked as many places ian Apia were already fully booked) for the weekend for my mum. When they got there, they checked in and paid 50 tala for the key deposit which was fine but upon check out, they were told that they had to pay an extra 75 tala as the booking was now 500 tala per night! My mum did not pay but it was like they were trying to get extra money out of her when that price was not advertised online. Does not leave a great taste.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
02 Sep 2024
Wilma
Lovely staff , beautiful gardens, clean comfortable room and shared bathroom always clean and maintained.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
01 Sep 2024
Michelle
The staff were all so lovely and friendly,and went out of their way to help me. It was very clean, the included breakfast was delicious and I loved the beautiful gardens and the pool. It is only about 15 minutes walk to town or a 4 minute drive.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
27 Aug 2024
Lupe
Nice and quiet with friendly staff.
Ofa lahi atu.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
15 Aug 2024
Nayonika
Good experience, very nice staff!
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
07 Aug 2024
Laura
Room was clean and well appointed. Comfortable bed, modern air con and shower. Shower was hot in the afternoon but cold in the early morning. Pool was refreshing. Good restaurants very close by and convenience stores. Staff were very friendly, especially the lady who was on night shift and waited with me for my airport transfer at 4am. Recommend seeking assistance from reception to book transfer to airport as you will probably get far better price and service than I did booking it myself.
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
03 Jul 2024
Lesley
Overall, a beautiful, quaint motel with a colonial style lobby. It's more like a motel than a hotel. Rooms were clean and had the basics I needed so it sufficed for my needs. Kitchen was open and accessible to anyone if you needed it. Staff were super friendly and helpful. Cable/TV channels were VERY limited, but makes for a great excuse to get outdoors which is where the real beauty is anyway. There were no sidewalks if you try to walk from the motel to anywhere nearby but its safe enough on the side of the street, just stay clear of traffic and not at night time. Taxi transportation was nearby and service was quick. The Outrigger was close enough to the town area to find some great things to do and places to eat. My only disappointment was that there was no hot water in our room. We had hot water only on our first day there then I guess they turn it off at some point. Staff are super friendly and helpful. Continental breakfast could be better as portions are way too small and I really like to dish my own food. I give it 5 stars for customer service, cleanliness and convenience!
Business Family
10/10
Exceptional
02 Jun 2024
Penelope
Location
8/10
Excellent
30 May 2024
Franziska
The receptionist was very welcoming. The room was basic, had air conditioning. Breakfast was included. They had a pool.
I didn’t like that they didn’t clean the rooms every day, no shampoo. They didn’t always have the cushions out in the pool area which made it uncomfortable to sit there. When asking the staff for advice regarding lunch options, they couldn’t help us.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
30 May 2024
Marama
Unfortunately I didnt book a room with aircon so we literally slept with the fan on top of us. The shower floor upstairs was a bit unstable - I hope its safe.

But overall Im so glad we were there, its unique and bungalow type, the staff were amazing and I cant wait to go back.

Business Friends
8/10
Excellent
06 May 2024
Kaushika
Overall a good stay but would highly recommend a restaurant at the property. I had to walk out of the hotel to look for food and mostly restaurants are closed during the weekend.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
03 May 2024
Frances
Staff are the best! Breakfast was great
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
02 May 2024
Natalie
lovely property right in the main town. Great spot if you need to stopover before the airport. Well maintained, lovely staff who were so helpful to me when I showed up in Samoa with very little planned, good price. Only thing I would note is I stayed in a fale which was very comfortable but I made the rookie mistake of not bringing bug spray and despite the mosquito net, got bit quite a bit (mosquitos love me). Be mindful of having bug spray if you're staying in the outdoor accommodation.
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
17 Apr 2024
Maranina
I always enjoy staying at the Samoan Outrigger. This was my second visit in six months and each were very enjoyable experiences. The staff are very friendly and helpful, and the hotel and environs are beautifully maintained. Fa'afetai lava!
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
13 Apr 2024
Glynis
This was the perfect place to spend our last two days in Samoa.
Staff were fantastic and lovely gardens.
Location for us perfect as we had a vehicle
Glynis Cocks
Leisure Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
27 Mar 2024
Annie
Stayed 3 nights in a fale on arrival in Samoa, unfortunately during a heatwave that had the locals gasping. Sleeping was difficult with a fan that was fixed in position - for comfort it would be great to be able to direct it on the bed. The pool saved me! But apart from hot nights a lovely place and the staff took really good care of me. Recommended any time it's not stinking hot!
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
22 Mar 2024
Tanya

Warm and Welcoming

We stayed in an airconditioned ensuite room which was a godsend as it was incredibly hot throughout our 9 night stay. Although the room was budget priced it included a lovely fresh tropical breakfast daily, The staff were very friendly, helpful and couldn't do enough to assist us with taxis, organising a hire car etc. Room serviced daily. The ladies who made breakfast and cleaned the rooms were just so lovely
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
02 Mar 2024
Ewa
The staff was amazing. Lovely ladies. Breakfast were very nice. Plus for a socket and a fan in the fale :)
10/10
Exceptional
25 Feb 2024
Kevin
Very atmospheric
8/10
Excellent
03 Feb 2024
Vineta
The property is clean and well kept. The problem with the room was the little holes in the ceiling above. Tiny black sandy stuff dropped into my hair and ears and into my bed sheets and pillows every morning when I wake up. Please check Room 11. Otherwise …. I like the hotel very much. Thank you 🙏
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
01 Jan 2024
Andrea
The staff is amazing!!! The hotel is spotless clean and nice. I loved it very much!
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
13 Dec 2023
Beryl
Beautiful Samoan and colonial mix setting. With a pool and quiet.
Business Self
10/10
Exceptional
09 Nov 2023
Adam
The Samoan Outrigger Hotel is the perfect place to stay. Thank you to the amazing hotel team for going above and beyond and making our stay wonderful. Thank you very much.
10/10
Exceptional
09 Nov 2023
Adam
The Samoan Outrigger Resort was an absolute pleasure to stay with. The staff are super helpful and outgoing and helped to make our stay amazingly wonderful. Thank you very much.
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
21 Oct 2023
Nancy
It is an old character building with heaps of character and a swimming pool and very friendly and very helpful staff.
Leisure Self
4/10
Poor
27 Sep 2023
Lucy
Wouldn’t recommend for families especially if looking to book the traditional Fale. Location of property isn’t far from town so easy to find. I was booked to stay 2 nights but unfortunately only stayed one night given how noisy and uncomfortable the bedding was. Don’t take huge suitcases as the only access to the fales are steep stairs. Budget hotel so you pay for what you get. Very noisy due to local dogs who barked nonstop for hours. Shared bathroom facilities which were quite dated. Simply a bed to rest on and nothing else.
Business_and_leisure Family_with_children
6/10
Pleasant
25 Sep 2023
Ian
Daily breakfast was nice, you don’t have a choice, everyone gets the same.
The showers are often cold in the am or late pm. Lucky it’s pretty warm there.
Rooms are very basic.
Staff are absolutely gorgeous.
Leisure Family_with_children
6/10
Pleasant
07 Aug 2023
Ralf
We had a mixed experience and would prefer other hotels if we return to Apia.

If you need a quiet place you might want to consider booking another hotel, the street corner Outrigger is located, is very (very!) busy, even during the night.

Breakfast is served (no buffet). When you ask for some more toast with butter and jam, then you get a tiny bit of butter and a teaspoon of jam - it really felt odd, appeared like they ran out of butter and jam.

The pool and garden are nice indeed.

We did not feel that the staff was going above and beyond: Any question or ask \"out of the ordinary hotel related\", they just shrugged their shoulders.

The 24/7 reception desk sounds good, but when we arrived at the hotel at about 10.30 pm, the receptionist was sleeping on the sofa.

For what they offer I believe they are overpriced. You will find better deals.

Keep in mind: Private restaurants have closed on Sundays!
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
28 Jul 2023
Jack
The aesthetic of the hotel was my favorite part. The traditional fales were really cool!
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
17 Jul 2023
Jared
The spirit of charm and tranquility is unmatched in Samoa. Every room option has a certain unique vibe and the breakfast was always diverse and yummmy! If you’re considering an authentic chill affordable getaway , stay here . Faafetai Lava.
10/10
Exceptional
10 Jul 2023
Fernanda
We stayed for 5 nights in a room and it was lovely. The room was comfortable and the facilities well maintained and clean. The outdoor area is also great. All the staff were super friendly and kind. We recommend it.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
26 Jun 2023
Julie
Loved the ambience of the hotel. It was like living in another era of Samoa. Great service and delicious breakfast.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
22 Jun 2023
Neon
Feels like home.Love the service and friendly staff. Love everything about this place.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
01 Jun 2023
Jamie

Beautiful and fits a budget

We loved this hotel so much, that we came back and stayed again at the end of our trip. Super clean, we loved the staff, the fales and rooms were beautiful, and the pool and yard is stunning.
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
15 May 2023
Sebanayagam
simple things such as a soap dispenser in the bathroom would have been better. In the Fale (hut style open area), the mobile phone charging could have been at a lower level. the power switch should be lowered as well.

the path besides the main reception should be lighted better as it has step in the path causing to stumble at night.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
01 May 2023
Brent
Our room had recently been done up and looked good. The staff were just lovely and very helpful. It was great value for the cost. Air con was great and the pool was so nice to cool down in. Breakfast was really nice and a great time to meet other guests. The owner was also very nice. We will be back even though we can stay locally with friends. Loved it.
Leisure Partner
2/10
Poor
02 Apr 2023
ABDUL
Staff were nice & friendly
Business Self
4/10
Poor
28 Mar 2023
Gillian
The staff were welcoming and friendly. It is a budget hotel so I didn’t have high expectations. Clearly the room hadn’t been used for a while so in a high humidity climate, things are going to be damp. The bed was damp and there was an overwhelming musty smell. I discovered it was the cushions and pillows that were causing it so took them out of the room and it smelt better. After the air conditioning had been on for a while the bed had dried out a bit for the second night. There was a kettle in the room and it had been treated with some kind of disinfectant. Even after boiling some spring water in it several times and throwing it out, my tea still tasted of it. The room was clean and the breakfast was nice.
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
12 Mar 2023
Peter
Big cockroach in hall, guess this is not unusual but also off putting
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
26 Dec 2022
timothy
Cool place
8/10
Excellent
18 Nov 2022
Lulian
This is a great place for when you arrive in Samoa. You meet like-minded people, travelers and it's fairly quiet and comfortable to stay in, all that for a great price.

Breakfast is good :), they have a pool and you should stay in the Fale as a first experience and see if it's your thing ;)

The staff are very nice and always open for a nice chat
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
16 Oct 2022
Shahnaz
Comfortable, clean, peaceful, good breakfast, friendly people ,
Helpful, joyful, like home !!!!!!!!!!!!
10/10
Exceptional
16 Aug 2022
Bryleigh
The hosts were all so lovely and friendly. The place was quiet which was appreciated. Pool was great. Shared facilities were upkept. Breakfast was always a lovely start to the day. Just wish my fan had more than one setting as it would only work for the highest setting and i couldn’t keep it on all night due to noise and it looked like it was going to fall off. Overall i loved my stay here. Would stay again
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
22 Nov 2019
Ie
Nice, tidy and central outfit. Very friendly staff. Excellent service. The rooms in the reception level get hot and stuffy during the day so the pool facilities came in very handy.
The breakfast provided a nice start to the day.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
21 Oct 2019
Kirsten
The staff are so friendly and helpful in every way and make you feel at home.
Our room was very spacious and we had everything we needed including a fan which we left on overnight.
The pool is great to come home to after a day of seeing the sights around the island.
Breakfast is delicious. The kitchen has everything you need to cook a meal, but there are lots of great restaurants in close walking distance.
This is a great place to base yourself if you’re interested in trekking around the island sightseeing or want to be close to Apia.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
30 Aug 2019
Verified traveler
Super helpful and friendly staff. Clean and well maintained. Good value.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
30 Jul 2019
Julie
Staff & service were fantastic and loved the breakfast. Rooms well kept and any requests were dealt with immediately.
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
20 Jul 2019
Verified traveler
Great pool area and breakfast. Nice simple but clean room. Having a TV was good.
Leisure Friends
6/10
Pleasant
01 Jul 2019
Bennie
We got a room with no a/c, but it cooled off at the night time. Nice breakfast.
Friends
10/10
Exceptional
02 May 2019
Verified traveler
Lovely traditional place, extremely friendly and helpful staff who really make your stay special. Good location, quick cheap taxi or 20 min walk into central Apia. Nice pool area and sufficient basic continental breakfast. Guests can use the kitchen for lunch and dinner.
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
02 Apr 2019
Verified traveler
Loved everything about this place.
The staff, the pool, the clean showers.

There is not a lot to do around it, but if you need a place to chill, meet other travelers, and be 2 minutes drive from Apia center - this is the place to be.
10/10
Exceptional
31 Mar 2019
Verified traveler
The perfect Samoan hospitality.
I stayed in a fale. which was cleaned everyday, along with fresh towel.
The pool is a bliss, and the staff is A+
8/10
Excellent
02 Feb 2019
Verified traveler
The staff were very helpful and accomodating, This is a family hotel and its very safe for kids, it would be nice to have aircon in all the rooms.
10/10
Exceptional
20 Oct 2018
Verified traveler
The most friendly staff! It’s a humble accommodation but a fun and authentic island experience. I only stayed for a few hours to catch some sleep and shower during my layover but it was worth the experience. Also super conveniently located from the city center!

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