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Waterfront Lodge

3.0 star property
Nuku'alofa hotel with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Standard Double or Twin Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
Reception
Front of property
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Modern European cuisine

Reviews

8.4 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
    Airport transfer
  • Bar
    Bar
  • Free breakfast
    Free breakfast
  • Non-smoking
    Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Room service
  • Conference centre
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Front desk safe
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Meeting room
  • Hair salon
Feel at home
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities

Room options

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Standard Double or Twin Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View | Balcony

Standard Double or Twin Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ocean View | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ocean View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
  • 35 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Map
Vuna Road, Ma’ufanga, Tongatapu Island, Nuku'alofa, 1001

What's nearby

  • Interisland Ferry Terminal - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Royal Palace of Tonga - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Basilica of St Anthony of Padua - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Ancient Tonga - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Flea Market - 5 min drive - 5.4 km

Getting around

  • Nuku'alofa (TBU-Fua'amotu Intl.) - 23 min drive
  • Eua (EUA) - 22.1 miles/35.5 km
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Friends Cafe - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Escape - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Reload Bar - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Billfish Bar and Restaurant - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Vietnamese Cafe - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Waterfront Lodge

When visiting Nuku'alofa, Waterfront Lodge is a great choice to consider. For a bite to eat, guests can visit Waterfront Cafe, which serves Modern European cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. A bar/lounge, a terrace and a garden are other highlights.

Languages

English

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 8 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 11:00 AM; check-in end time: 2:00 PM
  • Early check-in subject to availability
  • Minimum check-in age – 18
  • Check-out time is 10 AM
  • Late check-out subject to availability

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 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
  • The property charges 4 per cent for credit card payments
  • The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
  • Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staffed during limited hours
  • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
  • You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your passport after booking
  • If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
  • For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
  • WiFi is provided up to 500 MB per stay. Charges will apply for any additional usage.

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

  • Children (10 years old and younger) are not allowed
  • No cots (infant beds)

Pets

  • No pets or service animals allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices); 1-device limit)

Parking

  • Free secured on-site self-parking
  • Free off-site parking within 10 ft

Transfers

  • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours a day)*

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast each morning 7:30 AM–10:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Room service (limited hours)

What to do

  • Snorkelling nearby

Working away

  • Meeting room
  • Conference centre

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Hair salon
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Furnished balcony/patio

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi (speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices) and 1-device limit)
  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Dining

Waterfront Cafe – This restaurant specialises in Modern European cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of TOP 65 per person (one-way)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 4 per cent

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Cashless transactions are available.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Waterfront Lodge Nuku'alofa
Waterfront Nuku'alofa
Waterfront Lodge Hotel
Waterfront Lodge Nuku'alofa
Waterfront Lodge Hotel Nuku'alofa

Frequently asked questions

Does Waterfront Lodge offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Waterfront Lodge 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 Waterfront Lodge?
Sorry, neither pets nor service animals are allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Waterfront Lodge?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by Waterfront Lodge?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is TOP 65 per person one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Waterfront Lodge?
Check-in start time: 11:00 AM; check-in end time: 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability).
What is there to do at Waterfront Lodge and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as snorkelling. Waterfront Lodge also has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Waterfront Lodge?
Yes, Waterfront Cafe offers Modern European cuisine.
Does Waterfront Lodge have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a furnished balcony or patio.
What's the area around Waterfront Lodge like?
Waterfront Lodge is a short 13-minute walk from Interisland Ferry Terminal and 4 minutes' walk from St Mary's Cathedral.

Waterfront Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Jessica, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Great little place
Clean, good-sized rooms, decent food, friendly, helpful service. The only slight downsides are that it's a little further out of town than most and that the wifi is a pain.
3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The staff was very friendly and helpful. I loved the whole experience. Especially the baby chickens, and the car hire they organized for me so convenient no hassles loved my stay
2-night business trip
Verified Wotif guest review

8/10 Very good

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

10/10 Exceptional

The staff were all very helpful and friendly. Always asked about my day etc. The breakfast was good and large and the food in the restaurant was really delicious and fresh !
5-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Felt home away from home. Staff very friendly and helpful. Loved our room, our breakfast. Have own restaurant, great food and atmosphere. Unfortunate for us extended our stay for another 5 days but fully booked right through. Highly recommend, will go back next time but will book way ahead.
Beauty, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

From the time we arrived at Waterfront Lodge until checkout, we felt very welcomed by the super friendly staff. The property is well appointed and the location is superb! A great starting location for our Tonga adventure. The meals were excellent as well. Thanks to all the team at Waterfront. We will be back.
Lorna&Jim, 3-night romance trip
Verified Wotif guest review

10/10 Exceptional

3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Waerfront, the good and the not so.
Hotel and staff were very nice, clean, staff super helpful above and beyond. The location was difficult...noisy traffic and local clubs.
Caroline, 5-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Staff were very helpful and friendly, property was clean, location was good (close to ferry services and a short walk into town). Take mosquito repellent.
5-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

I had stayed here before and it was amazing so of course I picked the Waterfront Lodge again. But this time The Waterfront Lodge is only good for an overnight stay don't make the mistake I did and book more than a night stay. The place itself needs renovating. The loud A/C needs to be thrown in the bin it took 1 hour for us to feel the A/C working. Television waste of time having that in the room only one channel and it's not clear it's static. The bed is fine if you like sleeping on a hard mattress and that is the same with the pillows. The toilet doesn't flush properly you need to flush 3 -5 times to clear it. The water pressure for the shower feels like your using the hose on full blast the water stinging your body I tried turning the shower handle down I got rain drops. The room itself is fine if you like sharing it with cockroaches I've come across 2 so far and this was just the first night. Great times at the Waterfront Lodge(not). This is what i had wrote on the first night there. The response i got back from the owner Elizabeth Cowly is appalling
3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

I emailed to confirm that hotel transfer was $30 TOP total (as this was cheaper than everywhere else), this is why we booked to stay here. A taxi driver came then demanded $50, I said he'll have to speak to the hotel. The manager came out and despite her email specifically confirming $30, she said it was actually per person and so she called a texi for us instead as this was cheaper. She didn't make any effort to fix the situation or offer to pay the difference. Unfortunately this really coloured stay as we didn't feel welcome and also didn't want to approach the manager for anything else as I knew she wasn't going to fix anything. Our room was good, all the basics there, except air conditioner wasn't working (told staff but never came back to fix it). And on my email confirmation it said 500MB per stay however we were only given 200 and it could only be used on one device. I also thought I read sky was available however the tv only had one working channel. All other facilities we working and adequate. Other reviews are correct saying staff tend to sit outside (just under your room window and be very loud) but this didn't bother us as much as I booked it already knowing it wasn't a quiet place. Redeeming feature - the restaurant was AMAZING. When I come back, I won't stay at the hotel but I'll come back for the service and food at the restaurant.
1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful colonial style boutique hotel with deep verandah on the restaurant and comfortable balconies in the rooms. Wonderful, helpful staff. Excellent food for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

The hotel staff are very professional and super friendly ! The hotel is nice than I expected ! Lovely ,big clean room and a very pretty restaurant.The location was great for my boat and ferry transfer which is right across the street .
Daisy, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Great place to stay, cosy room and staff were super friendly.
1-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review

8/10 Very good

Great Local Guesthouse
If you don't like big hotel chains this is the place for you. Small locally run guest house with great veranda. Across the road from the harbour - be sure to have a beer at the local fishing club or at billfish after your whaleswim
Edvardas, 4-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Quaint and nice
Friendly staff, Close to the water, but noisy at night due to the proximity to the clubs.
wei, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

I wish I could let you know about my stay in the Waterfront lodge. However, having booked well in advanced in May through Wotif we turned up in September to the Waterfront after a long day of taxies/flights and traveling to be told "we couldn't stay there."Simply asked if our name was 'Smith' with a affirmative we were told "we couldn't stay there" They had double booked and therefore we were out of luck. This was the first we had heard of this, as we stood in their reception with all our luggage - no email or phone contact prior. They sent us off to stay at the Tanoa Dateline Hotel (a large corporate hotel opposite to what we had wanted during our stay). Our room configuration request was not passed on between accommodation. Also, payment had not been transferred to the Tanoa and they attempted to charge us - even though the Waterfront/Wotif had already been paid in May. The experience was extra stress to what was a well planned trip - stress that could on easily been avoided with more effective communication.
Sarah, 1-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review

8/10 Very good

Location, Location!!
Nuku'alofa was a great experience. Though Tonga it is not exactly the best tourist place to visit the people are extremely friendly and helpful. It is inexpensive and a safe and clean country to visit. We managed to fill our days and it was always nice to return to comfortable accommodation at the end of the day. We were a little disappointed that Tonga's main island does not have any safe beaches for swimming because of the strong currents, but it was pleasant to take a boat to a couple of other islands for lunch, swimming and snorkelling. July was perfect weather for the whole 12 days we were there. Be aware on Sunday the country stops, nothing is open including most restaurants. It was then a perfect day to take a boat to an island. Plenty of taxis and not expensive. Hotel and restaurants happy to call them for you.
Maryke, 7-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review

6/10 Good

Excellent chef. Cooked fish and omelette to perfection BUT Room noisy at night, dogs and roosters Also manager/ owner very uncompromising, wouldn’t listen to any complaints or suggestions The continental breakfast was the worst I have ever experienced and i had to have an expensive omelette to provide any nourishment
PAT, 1-night trip
Verified Lastminute guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Colonial hotel vibe. Great meal.
Although still no power on after cyclone Gita the staff offered great friendly service with candles and water jug to flush with. After surviving a cyclone they did a great job looking after us.
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Lovely residence, great food
Mixed experience - restaurant food wonderful, beds super comfy, nice bathrooms and some very friendly and professional staff, but some noise issues. I was aware of nightclubs nearby and I don't mind that, but some staff rather too loud not realizing shouting and car repairs a bit intrusive for tourists- could not hear people knocking on my door! Overall though, I would absolutely recommend especially for business or mature people due to 'usually quiet' ambiance and old style music.
5-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Great
Was great thank you
Kim, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review