Alexandra

Hi, <BR> <BR>I would like to get some recommendations on where to stay in Vava'u and Tongatapu. <BR>We'd be in Tongatapu for 2 nights and in Vava'u for 5. <BR>We are would like to stay on a nice beach. <BR>I have checked the Fafa Island resort and the Royal Sunset resort, but since they are in an offshore island, and we'll only be spending two nights in Tongatapu, I think it might be easier if we stay in Tongatapu. <BR> <BR>Thank you for your recommendations. <BR>Alexandra

Steve

You'll love Vava'u - one of the finest harbors on earth and very relaxed. We discoved a place called the Paradise Hotel (run a few years ago by a guy from Kentucky). It was inexpensive and comfortable - the view from the pool and dining area was brilliant. Be very very afraid of any hostel or backpacker places there. We got stuck in one for a night and it was a horror, mosquitos everywhere, wrecked toilets, over-run with noisy backpackers, and very hot. I think the place was called the Hillside or something like that - perhaps it's better now. Anyway, the Paradise was paradise after that. <BR> <BR>On the main island, we stayed at Keleti Beach Resort some distance from town on the south side and loved it. Very near the famous blowholes - a must! The cultural tours they do from there are excellent, too. See Tonga's answer to Stonehenge - fascinating.

Alexandra

Hi, <BR> <BR>Thank you for your response. Can you please tell me more about the Keleti Beach Resort? Was the beach nice? <BR>Did you fly Royal Tongan Airlines? If yes, was the plane very full? My husband works for American Airlines, so we fly stand by, and I heard that the planes are very full. <BR>Thank you! <BR> <BR>Alexandra

melissa

Alexandra, I loved tonga. Just got back . We stayed at the Sandy Beach Resort in the Ha'apai group. Very cheap and Nice Excellent food. (114.00) Per night.