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Little Italy Hotel

3.0 star property

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A multi-story building with a white facade and balconies.
An outdoor patio with two tables set for dining, a view of the sea, and a decorative tree.
A coastal view with a road, greenery, and a small building.
A bed with a sunset mural, pillows, and a welcome card.
A restaurant with a tiled floor, red checkered tablecloths, wooden chairs, and a decorative ceiling.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services
  • Bar
The current price is NZ$407
includes taxes & fees
7 Aug - 8 Aug

Explore the area

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Vuna Rd, Nuku'alofa, Tonga
  • Place, Centenary Chapel
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Royal Palace of Tonga
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Royal Tombs
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, Nuku'alofa (TBU-Fua'amotu Intl.)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, Balcony, Ocean View

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a balcony with a chair.

Deluxe Double Room, Balcony, Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Double Room, Ensuite

A bed with white linens, two bedside lamps, a patterned tapestry above the bed, and a wooden headboard.

Standard Double Room, Ensuite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Superior Room

A living room with a sofa, a TV on a wooden table, a patterned rug, and a bed in the background.

Superior Room

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Nuku'alofa

At Little Italy Hotel you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of Centenary Chapel and Royal Palace of Tonga. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .The restaurant, Little Italy, serves Italian cuisine and is open for breakfast and dinner. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, concierge services and a 24-hour front desk. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Places within a 30-minute walk of this 3-property class Nuku'alofa hotel include Royal Tombs and Basilica of St Anthony of Padua.

What's nearby

  • Centenary Chapel - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Royal Palace of Tonga - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Royal Tombs - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Basilica of St Anthony of Padua - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Talamahu Market - 3 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Nuku'alofa (TBU-Fua'amotu Intl.) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Friends Cafe - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Albacore - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Friend’s Café - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪'Ofeina Restaurant - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Waves - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Little Italy Hotel

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly Little Italy Hotel. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Nuku'alofa hotel.

  • 22 guestrooms or units
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Little Italy Hotel offers 22 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. 42-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Little Italy

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

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

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the waterfront
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Little Italy Hotel

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 11 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: NZD 40 per person (one-way)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • One child aged 11 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Little Italy Hotel Nuku'alofa
Little Italy Hotel
Little Italy Nuku'alofa
Little Italy Hotel And Restaurant
Little Italy Hotel & Restaurant Tonga/Tongatapu Island
Little Italy Hotel Nuku Alofa
Little Italy Nuku Alofa
Little Italy Hotel Hotel
Little Italy Hotel Nuku'alofa
Little Italy Hotel Hotel Nuku'alofa

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Little Italy Hotel?

Yep, Little Italy Hotel has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Little Italy Hotel?

As of 3 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Little Italy Hotel on 7 Aug 2026 start from NZ$407, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to Little Italy Hotel?

The closest beach to Little Italy Hotel is Ha'atafu Beach (14.4 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Little Italy Hotel?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Little Italy Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves Italian cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Little Italy Hotel?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Little Italy Hotel?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Little Italy Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 59 out of 110 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 42 out of 110 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 110 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 110 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 110 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Little Italy is such a great place to stay. Staff are exceptional and the food was fabulous.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was an excellent base for a business trip to Tonga. Internet was good, walkable to downtown, great views, attentive staff and a restaurant open on Sunday
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bill

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, great staff, great quality food
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tesi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay and location is right by the sea Really close to town so able to walk Staff were friendly and helpful Hotel is also a restaurant with some awesome food
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lorenzo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful rooms with a view, excellent staff. In house restaurant is good
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kerri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best view, beautifully big and airy ocean view room with balcony. Amazing food!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amelia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were attentive and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a beautiful property very convenient and close to town ocean view lovely staffs and sweet. Good food at the restaurant below as well serves such a good breakfast meal fresh organic tropical fruits can’t wait to go back again! Rooms are great for families and little ones big and spacious!
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place to stay in Tonga. The rooms were spotless. The attached restaurant was very good and their free breakfast was the best I have had at a restaurant in a long time. I recommend to my friends as the place to stay in Nufalofa
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nasili

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, great service
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great view out over the sea. Waking distance to town and palace
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A bit of an oasis, great staff and food, everything I needed while working in Tonga. Will definitely return next time I am working there.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Exceeded our expectations in every way
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a lovely stay at Little Italy. All the staff were so friendly & helpful. Nothing was too much trouble.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael van

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel in Tonga - get a room with a water view if you plan to stay for a period of time, as the rooms opposite (not facing the water) are a bit oppressive. They also have a patio to help enjoy the view. Only downside is you get more road & restaurant noise, but that's part of the charm. Restaurant downstairs is wonderful. And the hotel is 15 minutes walk into town. Definately recommend the hotel when staying in Tonga.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Take a deep breath

Beautiful Ocean View and it was nice to be able to open the patio door to enjoy the ocean breeze.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was nice and clean, had lovely staff and we enjoyed a great sea view from our room. We were allowed to keep our room to 11.30am on the day we left. We did so appreciate that. The breakfast food was plentyful and nice variety. The pizzas are good for evening meal.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very friendly, helpful as well as the owner of Little Italy. The place was clean and has a nice view of the ocean even though i didn't get a front view room. Malo
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Richard Glenn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff are freindly, quick to fix anything that not working. All rooms require some stairs to climb so not very wheelchair freindly. Beds are real comfortable, shower has good water pressure, shampoo conditioner and bar of soap supplied. Restraunt down stairs is very popular for their pizza 🍕. I definitely recommend staying here.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Janis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel wasn't actually open to the public when we checked in (miscommunication with Expedia), but they honoured our booking anyway. This meant we didn't have breakfast, room service or reception for most of our stay but they did try to make up for it later in our stay. Otherwise, the property is a great boutique hotel (particularly for Tonga standards) with an excellent Italian restaurant. The staff were very warm. I would stay here again in Nukualofa.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Meiyun

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Staff is friendly. Location is great with ocean view. AC is making frustrated noise and there is no other room to swap. Bed sheet and towel have many dirty spots. Kettle has many residual and not drinkable.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Good place if here for work.

Stayed in standard room - those with a balcony are probably worth it if you are here during the day, but I was out for work. The rooms are on the smallish side but have everything you need. The reception/housekeeping staff are great. Food in the restaurant also good (basic breakfast) but it does get very very busy at night so either go early or be prepared to enjoy sitting around the table chatting while waiting. Very comfortable bed, other parts of the room a bit tired but there were signs of rennovations happening. If you are here for work it has everything you need.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tanya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I came for my fathers funeral. We live right behind the hotel but it was too crowded at the house so I booked a room here. The owners offered free rooms for those who came for the funeral but I booked via Expedia so that I could feel as if Im supporting our local businesses. The service was top notch and friendly. Anytime I locked myself out or had questions or concerns, the employees were always there to help with a smile. The amenities worked well for my needs. The free breakfast came in handy and was surprisingly refreshing, delicious, and offered quite a selection. I was highly satisfied with my stay and highly recommend Little Italy for your stay in Tongatapu. Thank you owners and staff of Little Italy!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Diana

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

Tonga-Wonderful People

The Tongan people are very gracious and kind. This is the best hotel in the area. They have wi-fi available in the rooms. Cell phones from the US do not work on the island, unless connected to wi-fi. The food in the restaurant was great. The breakfast choices varied. There are very limited food options close, so having good food attached to the hotel is a huge bonus. Pizza was very good, so were the cream sauce pastas. The receptionist called for a tour guide on short notice to drive us to all the attractions around the island. A balcony room is worth the extra cost. It was a lovely way to just sit and watch the ocean. The hotel also has car rentals available. Taxis are not available on Sundays unless prearranged.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

alessandro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Albergo magnico, colazione ottima e abbondante, camere pulitissime con una vista meravigliosa
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026