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The 10 Best Hostels in Nuku‘alofa, Tonga

Some of the best backpacker spots in Nuku‘alofa

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The Village Backpackers is located in Nuku‘alofa.

Guest rooms at the hostel are equipped with a seating area. At The Village Backpackers each room is equipped with a shared bathroom and bed linen.

The nearest airport is Fuaʻamotu International Airport, 18 km from the accommodation.

I had easy and fast communications with the manager (Mia). She even arranged an airport taxi for me.

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6.8
Review score
96 reviews
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ISK 2,932
per night

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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.
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Hostels that guests love in Nuku‘alofa

  • Avg. price/night: ISK 14,662
    6.3
    Scored 6.3
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 6 reviews
    Allowed late check in as the flight was after midnight. Helped to arrange pick up from airport. Friendly and very considerate staff. Room was very comfortable and almost sound proof. Slept like a baby. Thank you for the very pleasant and comfortable stay.
    Isabella Sally
    People with friends
  • 8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 51 reviews
    Everything was great. The staff are friendly and the room was excellent. Great location as well. Really enjoyed my stay here and will definitely stay here again. Malo aupito.
    Michael
    Solo traveller
  • 6.8
    Scored 6.8
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 96 reviews
    The hostel is well located and has comfy beds. Everything was quite clean as well. The workers are helpful and always with a smile on their face (at least the young girl). We stayed one night and then on Sunday have to come back as we had the ferry cancelled and they came to open us with a smile even though it was their Sabbath.
    Carolina
    Solo traveller
  • 6.8
    Scored 6.8
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 96 reviews
    We arrived 2am invthe morning yet the staff were patiently checked us in and made sure we were comfortable. The facility is sufficient for a backpacker and they made sure to keep it as clean as possible. Walking distance to the center and ATMs just downstairs.
    Hua
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: ISK 24,437
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 52 reviews
    Didn't breakfast because I arrived there before 11pm.Got my grandson with me he walk around the room floor for me not safe for my grandson.So I decided to live the property.Not only that on my booking was $261 NZ when they take out payment it's was $306.62 NZ not happy at all.
    T
    Talanoa
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: ISK 33,514
    7.1
    Scored 7.1
    Good
    Rated good
     · 74 reviews
    Very clean , modern and very comfortable. Good working Air conditioner and great location close to everything would definitely stay again in the future very happy. Very good had a security man all night he was very helpful and so lovely that’s was our high light of our stay he was very welcoming and looked after us. Such a friendly island.
    Sally
    Family with young children
  • 6.8
    Scored 6.8
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 96 reviews
    Village Backpackers was clean, affordable and in a great location in the centre of town. It was walking distance to the wharf and most cafes. The shared bathrooms were always kept clean. What made our stay was the staff, they were kind and helpful and went out of their way to help us arrange a last minute ride to the airport. They also had all the information for things to do around the island.
    Lydia
    Family with young children
  • 6.8
    Scored 6.8
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 96 reviews
    Great location! Definitely good value for money! Totally exceeded my expectation for a backpacker. Manager here is very warm and helpful :) Good facilities, bed is comfy, bathrooms are clean and shower is lovely. Also got a lovely ceiling fan in the room that works great!
    Raina
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: ISK 15,983
    6.3
    Scored 6.3
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 207 reviews
    breakfast was lovely, staff very friendly, safe and clean
    T
    Taina
    Family with young children
  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 38 reviews
    safe, clean and easy to communicate with. very prompt at replying and also resolving issues
    Foekina
    Family with young children