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Return to Paradise Resort and Spa

4.0 star property
Stylish hotel on the shore with 3 outdoor swimming pools
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

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3 outdoor pools, pool loungers
Exterior
Property grounds
Exterior
Lunch and dinner served, beach views

Reviews

8.8 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • Gym
    Gym
  • Breakfast available
    Breakfast available
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Room service
    Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk

Explore the area

Map
Lefaga, Matautu
  • Return to Paradise Beach
    11 min walk
  • Giant Clam Sanctuary
    5 min drive
  • Salamumu Beach
    19 min drive
  • Apia (APW-Faleolo Intl.)
    25 min drive

Room options

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Fridge, electric kettle

Two Bedroom Beachfront Villa

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
  • 93 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Single Bed

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Beachfront Suite | Terrace/patio

Beachfront Suite

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
  • 24 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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View from room

Three Bedroom Garden Villa

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
  • 99 sq m
  • Sleeps 9
  • 3 King Beds and 2 Single Beds

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Beachfront Room

Beachfront Room

Highlights

Furnished patio
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LED TV
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
  • 30 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Garden View

Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Garden View

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LED TV
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Balcony

Three Bedroom Beachfront Villa

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
  • 110 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 9
  • 3 King Beds OR 3 Double Beds and 1 Single Bed

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View from room

Presidential Suite

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
  • 93 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds OR 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Two Bedroom Garden Villa

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
  • 93 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Matautu

A family-friendly stay in Matautu awaits you at Return to Paradise Resort and Spa. You'll be 10.7 km (6.6 mi) from Salamumu Beach and 37.7 km (23.4 mi) from Apia Park. Highlights at this beachfront hotel include 3 outdoor swimming pools, a restaurant and free self-parking. .A day of pampering can include deep-tissue massages and aromatherapy. The restaurant, Paradise Kitchen, is open for lunch and dinner. Rockpool Bar is the hotel's own bar, serving drinks along with lunch and dinner. Spend the day at the beach where you'll find sunloungers, and enjoy the on-site gym and kids' swimming pool. Business travelers can take advantage of a meeting room, a conference centre, and a business centre. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and laundry facilities. Each morning buffet breakfast is served between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of an area shuttle. .With a stay at this 4-property class Matautu hotel, you'll be 40.1 km (24.9 mi) from Robert Louis Stevenson Museum and 49 km (30.5 mi) from To-Sua Ocean Trench.

What's nearby

  • Return to Paradise Beach - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Giant Clam Sanctuary - 5 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Salamumu Beach - 19 min drive - 10.7 km
  • Robert Louis Stevenson Museum - 40 min drive - 40.2 km
  • Apia Park - 40 min drive - 37.8 km

Getting around

  • Faleolo International Airport (APW) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Faimafili Restaurant - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Return to Paradise Resort and Spa

Stylish hotel on the shore with 3 outdoor swimming pools
As a guest of Return to Paradise Resort and Spa, you'll find 3 outdoor swimming pools, a fitness centre, and a children's pool. Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a business centre and a meeting room. A library, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the family-friendly Return to Paradise Resort and Spa. An area shuttle within 3 kilometres and a shuttle from the airport to the hotel (available 24 hours) are available for a fee. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Matautu hotel.

  • 115 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 2014
  • Supervised kids' activities (surcharge)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Conference centre
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Return to Paradise Resort and Spa offers 115 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. This individually furnished accommodation includes desks. Beds feature premium bedding. 31-inch LED televisions come with premium cable channels.

Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. This Matautu hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and a ceiling fan. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour airport pick-up shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 3 kilometres
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping centre shuttle (surcharge)
  • Theme park shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: NZD 27 for adults and NZD 13.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Paradise Kitchen
  • Rockpool Bar

Family friendly

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference centre
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Manicures/pedicures

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2014
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 31-inch LED TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: NZD 60
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: NZD 60

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the ferry terminal and airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
This property offers airport shuttle pickup service from Faleolo International Airport only.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 12 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 100.0 per day.

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.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately NZD 27 for adults and from NZD 13.50 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: NZD 40 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: NZD 20 (from 3 to 11 years old)
  • Early check-in fee: NZD 60 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: NZD 60 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 100.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge

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 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds, rollaway/extra beds and access to the public bath facility
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Parties and events are allowed on site
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds, rollaway/extra beds and access to the public bath facility. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. Parties and events are allowed on site. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and window guards in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • One child aged 12 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Return Paradise Resort Matautu
Return Paradise Matautu
Return to Paradise Resort Spa
Return to Paradise Resort Spa
Return To Paradise Spa Matautu
Return to Paradise Resort and Spa Hotel
Return to Paradise Resort and Spa Matautu
Return to Paradise Resort and Spa Hotel Matautu

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Return to Paradise Resort and Spa?

Return to Paradise Resort and Spa offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Return to Paradise Resort and Spa?

Yep, Return to Paradise Resort and Spa has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Return to Paradise Resort and Spa?

Yep, Return to Paradise Resort and Spa is a short 11-minute walk from Return to Paradise Beach. Fun beach activities include volleyball, snorkelling and body boarding.

Does Return to Paradise Resort and Spa have a pool?

Return to Paradise Resort and Spa has 3 outdoor swimming pools and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

What makes Return to Paradise Resort and Spa a romantic place to stay?

Beachfront dining and a lounge bar, as well as premium bedding in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Return to Paradise Resort and Spa.

Is Return to Paradise Resort and Spa family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a children's pool, children's meals and supervised childcare, it's no surprise that Return to Paradise Resort and Spa is a hit with families.

Does Return to Paradise Resort and Spa serve breakfast?

Yep, buffet breakfast is available daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Return to Paradise Resort and Spa?

No, but there's a shuttle from the airport to the hotel that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Return to Paradise Resort and Spa?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Return to Paradise Resort and Spa?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Return to Paradise Resort and Spa?

No, pets are not allowed.

Return to Paradise Resort and Spa Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 183 out of 327 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 97 out of 327 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 28 out of 327 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 327 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 327 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

warrick

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is exceptional with a beautiful beach on your doorstep (ocean rough at times). Great family friendly amenities and entertainment. We loved our tour to the east side of the island, the guide was very knowledgeable. The staff are very friendly, food is average (the menu felt repetitive after 7days). The only downside was that we felt cleanliness in our villa could have been improved on. The staff were responsive to our notification of poor water pressure, this was fixed that day.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Anne

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location, lovely beach with good snorkelling, very friendly helpful staff, good range of dining options and some excellent entertainment e.g Fefea evening, good gym facility
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Sabrina, Thames

Travelled with family
TV didnt work
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Grant

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I liked the fact that local people are trained up to work in the resort providing important employment opportunities. The owner and her family made a real effort to make me feel welcome even though I was only staying a short stay. The Saturday night show was fabulous
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed the whole experience. Very welcome beautiful friendly people.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Celeste

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
It was a wonderful stay with kids as the layout allowed for easy movement. The front dest could be more efficient in checking out. Better eye contact and clear communication. Awareness of the time and guests need to head to the airport. The water was turned off and we weren't notified. It was hard to find restaurant and bar staff one day of our stay on a monday. But other than that, i would still recommend. Thank God for Opo at the sparadise. She was amazing, therefore i booked 11 massage appointments during our 5 day stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Rishi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Morwenna

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is an amazing location. A stunning pristine beach with beautiful crashing waves just off shore but also the capacity to snorkel off the beach. A wonderful resort with lovely staff. Food was okay, as with everywhere in the Pacific more vegetarian options would be great! The kids loved the pools and the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful 6 night stay at Return to Paradise in July. The beach was perfect and we had amazing snorkeling while we were there. The kids loved the pools too. Our garden view unit was huge with heaps of space for our family. Everything was very clean. The kitchen facilities were fairly basic but fine for our needs (we self catered a lot of lunches and breakfasts). The staff were really lovely and friendly. We hired a car and were glad we did as the resort is quite isolated so the car was great to get around some of Samoa's other sights but the isolation is also part of its charm as it was a lovely place to spend time in. Make sure you visit the giant clams sanctuary which is nearby... they are beautiful and we also saw several turtles which was amazing. Lying on a lounger, drink in hand, watching the kids play in the rock pools with the setting sun behind them will be an enduring memory. The food was OK but not great in general although some things were delicious such as the fresh tuna, fish and chips and smoothies. The buffet night was good also.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really amazing staff and beautiful views
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Raymond Charles

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay with a beautiful surrounding beach which was great for snorkeling. Staff were helpful and friendly.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great resort on a beautiful beach. Excellent facilities and friendly staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Llewellyn

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Nice location but property showing its age. Very dirty sheets and room with blood and other stains on the covers. A lot of damage to walls and other dirt too. One aircon unit did not work in our room and tv had no connectivity to anything. Service at restaurants very hit and miss with no additional drinks checks or dessert offers ever. Food was good overall apart from pizza, eggplant on pizza was a sloppy disgusting mess.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Esther

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Authentic Samoan vibe. The man in charge of seating the guests on the fiafia night was so kind to accomodate my elderly parents in the front table. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sunema, Santa Ana

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is my second stay this year within 4 months and my Husband and I loved both January and May stays. The fact that we can open our sliding door to the beach front is amazing in itself - the cleanliness, privacy, and kindness of everyone we encountered was icing on the cake! We will always make Return to Paradise our home away from home. Fa’afetai Lava, Sunema
Stayed 13 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Allan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beach access was fabulous. Gardens very beautiful and well kept. Room was comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clyde

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Jayson

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Beautiful setting very nice beach for an island of volcanic rock. Access road in terrible shape. Needs some serious attention. Water pressure a big issue at times
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location. Friendly staff Multiple food options Great rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nova

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were excellent and service was brilliant. Staff were very present and watchful while remaining discrete. Friendly and welcoming , they are a credit to the resort .
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nova

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The setting is gorgeous . Private and peaceful with the sound of the ocean. The villas are spacious and practically laid out. The staff were brilliant . So warm and friendly and welcoming . Nothing was too much trouble and they always ensured everyone was well looked after.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Peter

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice start to our Samoa holiday. Aircon room gave good chance to adjust to warmer temperatures than at home.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nova

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Thanks for the memories
The staff were amazing . Good service . Friendly and communicative . Nothing was too much trouble . Beachfront 3 bedroom villa was great. Good size fridge and microwave and well laid out rooms and bathrooms . Wifi is patchy the further away from the resort you are but it’s great at dining room and office. Hot water was also an issue our last 2 days . Nice fiafia night on Wed . Staff were the performers . They were committed , engaged and passionate about what they do .
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024