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Paradise First Hotel

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At Paradise First Hotel, you can look forward to free continental breakfast, a garden, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping

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Room options

View all photos for King Studio with Balcony

A neatly made bed with white linens, a black headboard, and a decorative tray with a red flower.

King Studio with Balcony

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a small table with chairs, a TV, and an air conditioning unit.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Nuku'alofa is home to Paradise First Hotel. Halafuoleva Beach and Mapu'a 'a Vaca Blowholes reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Ancient Tonga and Tongan National Centre. Visit our Nuku'alofa travel guide
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Bypass Rd, Nuku'alofa, Tongatapu, 000

What's nearby

  • A palm tree silhouetted against a cloudy sky with the sun peeking through, over a calm sea.
    Ha'atafu Beach
    30 min drive - 17.4 miles
  • St Mary's Cathedral
    3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Talamahu Market
    4 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Basilica of St Anthony of Padua
    5 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Royal Palace of Tonga
    6 min drive - 3.3 miles

Getting around

  • Nuku'alofa (TBU-Fua'amotu Intl.)
    51 min drive

Restaurants

  • Mommas' Harbourview Restaurant
    4 min drive
  • Friends Cafe
    5 min drive
  • Waterfront Restaurant
    3 min drive
  • Billfish Bar and Restaurant
    3 min drive
  • Coffee Post
    5 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Tile flooring in room

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Room service
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: USD 45 for check-in between 6:00 PM and 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 15

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from September 14 2026 to April 13 2028 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-in fee: USD 45 for check-in between 6:00 PM and 10:00 AM

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

You need to know

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 and cash
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Frequently asked questions

Is Paradise First Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Paradise First Hotel?

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM. Late check-in is available from 6:00 PM– 10:00 AM for a fee of USD 45.

What time is check-out at Paradise First Hotel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Paradise First Hotel located?

Situated in Nuku'alofa, this hotel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Ancient Tonga, St Mary's Cathedral, and Interisland Ferry Terminal. Basilica of St Anthony of Padua and Talamahu Market are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

Paradise First Hotel Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.4

Cleanliness

9.2

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 37 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 37 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 37 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 37 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 37 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

LAVONI

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Clean room and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Whatumoana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An unforgettable 6 days — Paradise First Hotel My wife and I stayed at Paradise First Hotel for six days, and it turned out to be one of the most memorable parts of our whole trip — mostly thanks to the incredible hosts, Latu and Alai. From the start, Latu and her staff went above and beyond. Every morning brought the biggest, most generous breakfast spread. When our taxi ran late one evening, Latu simply drove us to the restaurant herself. She also took us on a full tour of the island, which was such a fun and generous thing to offer, and personally dropped us off and picked us up from our conference each day. She has to be one of the kindest people we've met while travelling. On the Friday night, the hotel put on a Tongan feast for guests, and we ended up sharing dinner and stories with the other people staying there — a lovely, communal touch that made the whole stay feel less like a hotel and more like being welcomed into a home. Adi at reception was also wonderful — warm and helpful throughout our stay. By the end of our time there, we'd gotten to know Latu and Alai well enough to exchange gifts before we left, and we made sure to invite them both to dinner with us later in the trip. If you want a stay that's as much about genuine hospitality as it is about the room, we can't recommend Paradise First Hotel highly enough.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was an all-around good stay not far from town, safe and excellent staff.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robyn

Liked: Amenities
Staff very friendly latu lovely lady who made me very welcome very clean and tidy room would highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very nice. They were very helpful, arranging activities, taxis and doing laundry. The place was very clean. The room was spacious.
Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owners of Paradise First were so helpful and attentive to my needs throughout my stay. This was a very convenient location from which to explore Nuku'alofa and the rest of the island.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Belinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great staff and comfortable stay

The staff was great. Only down fall was water was turned off one for a day and a half, some days no hot water, if you book on a website, pay the price online, you wont be suprised later if you pay at the property
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Fakaanaua Ki Muli

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Property is Very modern, clean, and highly recommended. We’ll visit this Hotel again. Have made our visit to the island great. The Owner, Latu was very hospitality, generous, kind, and knowledgeable of the area.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff are lovely at this home stay style hotel. Few things were broken like aircon and the room was basic but large room and balcony. The location is very quiet but not near any dining or anything to do. It is close to a brewery for takeaway craft beer but that’s about it
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Renolds

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Best place to stay in Tonga! Guaranteed!!!

If you're looking for a clean, quiet, and restful stay in Tonga, this is it!!! Ive been around many hotels and this is by far the best, hands down!!! Latu and her staff will take care of your needs from washing clothes to preparing breakfast with tea Great location to get away from town and even amazing night sky view from the top deck. This is a great place for solo travelers to small company retreats. You wont be disappointed! The hospitality cant be beat! This is my go to place from now on!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The best place I've been to in the kingdom. Very sweet and respectful staff. They have big breakfast with fresh papaya always. Room is clean and a fan with Aircon is a big plus because it's hot in Tonga. I am enjoying my stay. Next time I come visit Tonga this will be my first choice.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tamara Lorraine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very kind and caring staff, who really go over a beyond for their customers. Safe site fully fenced/gated and staff live on site and are happy to support you no matter the day/night. House keeping, room service, air conditioning, laundry service, beautiful free breakfast they also provide dinner meals on request. Room very tidy and clean with sliding door. Thank you Josephine and Latu I will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Daruny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the friendliest customer service I’ve come across here in Tonga. This is how customer service should be like, warmth, welcoming and hospitality skills. The owner was so lovely and accommodating to our needs.its a simple accommodation establishment with a great impact just what you need for long or short stay. The property and our room was spacious, clean and refreshing. Bed was huge and comfortable. Woke up to a nice simple breakfast that was healthy we enjoyed it eating on the big balcony. Parking spots inside property. The area was not too far from main city area travelled by car, but to us it was a nice and quiet area which we preferred. There’s some convenient stores/ bottle shop, petrol station about 5min walk or about 10mins drive into town. We would definitely return here, by far one of my favourite accommodations, loved it here. Thank you for your hospitality.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Wayne Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
No hot water, except for one day out of five. The internet was so slow almost to the point of being useless. The staff was extremely nice, same with the owner, and they served a good breakfast. However, the infrastructure needs some updating and there was only one useable outlet in the room, and even that wasn’t in a convenient location.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Hilton

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Paradise Found!! I loved the fact that we were close enough to Town but not in Town!! Latu and family made you feel like you were at home. If you are looking to unwind after a long day? Look no further, super clean and spacious room, shower is aways hot and the staff greets you with a smile no matter what time it maybe. Every morning there is a continental Breakfast that awaits you accompanied by Latu ever so attentive to the needs of her Guest/Family. I never thought when checking out , saying good by was like leaving family!! For anyone looking for more than just a place to stay! Come and experience the Paradise First Hotel. where you are treated just like FAMILY Ofa Lahi Atu!! Tony from Salt Lake City Utah!! I'll Be Back!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kaori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
As it was my first trip to Tonga, I contacted the hotel in advance for the Airport Shuttle Service which was 100 TOP for a round trip. Despite the return trip being at 2am, the driver was punctual.The payment would be in cash and the host informed me that there was an ATM at the airport. The hotel was a little way out from the downtown, but on the first day, someone was driving back into town and kindly gave me a lift. To return, a restaurant called me a taxi and I paid 10 TOP On the second day, a female owner Latu called the diving shop for the delayed pick-up and in the end kindly drove me there. Actually, there was another hotel called Paradise Hotel, and if Latu hadn't sent me, I nearly missed the whale swim. While I was waiting for pick-up, Latu also booked for the dinner with Tonga Dance Show that night with transportation. Latu and her husband also made an island tour for me and my friend on the following day at an affordable price. The tour was great! They took us all over the island telling the history of Tonga, stopping at various tourist points and we also swam inside the limestone cave. The only issue was that the hot shower was broken, but they changed my room on the second day.The room was very spacious with a king bed. Every morning there were sandwiches, fruits like papaya and pineapple. When I was at the hotel at night, Latu prepared some foods. The host was very considarate and competent so I really recommend to stay there! Thank you for everythig
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and helpful staff Breakfast was a highlight
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kristin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I wanted a quiet, peaceful place to stay to recover from long travels and adjust to a 17 hour time difference. Paradise First was perfect for me. I loved watching sunrises and sunsets on the upper deck. Latu and her staff go out of their way to make you comfortable. Business travelers frequently use this hotel. I enjoyed hearing about their work over breakfast. It’s about a 35 minute walk to the restaurant district. FYI.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Masayuki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed two weeks at Paradise First Hotel. During my stay, the hotel staff was very kind and friendly, and I was able to spend a comfortable time.
Stayed 15 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

otenisia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Yes the room was very clean and staff was excellent. I love this Hotel
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andres

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff, very quiet location, large comfortable beds and rooms
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Olesia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice place, clean, great WiFi and very welcoming people :)
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Meleane

Liked: Amenities
Excellent service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Basic hotel with very kind staff

A very basic hotel in Nuku'alofa, Tonga. No frills whatsoever, but extremely kind staff. They can arrange airport pickup or/and a tour around the island. Walking distance from the city center.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Josefina I'm sorry if I messed up your name. Thank you for making the best breakfast and always super sweet...I've been so stress so to have someone so sweet makes my trip Easy.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025