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) - 77 min drive
Faleolo International Airport (APW) - 102 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 travellers 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
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 cots (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
WiFi in public areas*
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Transfers
Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours a day)*
Off-site
Area shuttle*
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Bar/lounge
Travelling with children
Local/corner shop
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)
Local area shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
Policies
This property does not have lifts.
This property only accepts cash.
Also known as
Faofao Beach Fales Hostel Upolu Island
Faofao Beach Fales Upolu Island
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 that you 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 an 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.
Faofao Beach Fales Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very good
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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
25 November 2024
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
Tracey, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
18 October 2024
It's a great example of a family run Samoan beach front falle, the family who own it and the wider village are super friendly, the location is stunning, palm trees over quiet sandy beaches. Shared toilet facilities, the food is very good, bring talla as there is no electronic payment and they have a lovely bar over the beach, perfect for a few beers and watching the sun go down.
Gareth
Gareth, 4-night trip
Verified Lastminute guest review
10/10 Exceptional
12 September 2024
Anthony
Anthony, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
5 September 2024
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
Paul, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
4 September 2024
Absolutely beautiful beach!, Family is extremely friendly and the food was amazing! Rustic accommodation but great value for the money
Clint
Clint, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
31 August 2024
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
Ros, 4-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
17 August 2024
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
14 August 2024
Loved the experience of being in a basic fale right on the beach in a glorious setting
Peter and Jane
Peter and Jane, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
7 August 2024
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
GRAHAM, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
1 August 2024
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
Nicole, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
26 July 2024
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
Quazi Nusrat, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
23 July 2024
Really amazing, simple place to stay
Ella
Ella, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
13 July 2024
This property could do with some tlc and good clean up
Chris
Chris, 4-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
3 July 2024
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
Neil, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
2/10 Poor
2 July 2024
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
William, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
23 June 2024
Great place, bautiful beach, nice people
clive
clive, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
5 June 2024
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
Catherine, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
2/10 Poor
20 May 2024
Not clean
Isabella May
Isabella May, 5-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
22 April 2024
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
Laura, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
12 April 2024
Glynis
Glynis, 3-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review
10/10 Exceptional
4 April 2024
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
Nicholas, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
2/10 Poor
6 February 2024
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
Laura, 7-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
23 January 2024
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
Rowena, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
21 November 2023
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
Benjamin, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
2/10 Poor
1 November 2023
This property is not operating as advertised. Do not book here! It's in a dreadful state and the restaurant is closed.