Step into the heart of the city at The Samoan Outrigger Hotel, where modern comfort meets tropical charm. Unwind by the outdoor pool or stroll through the garden, and take advantage of laundry facilities and a billiards/pool table for endless fun. Guests rave about the helpful staff.
Reviews
8.68.6 out of 10
Excellent
Popular amenities
Airport transfer
Bar
24/7 front desk
Non-smoking
Free parking
Main amenities (12)
Daily housekeeping
Near the beach
Outdoor pool
WiFi in the lobby
Bar/lounge
Airport shuttle
Terrace
24-hour front desk
Garden
Front desk safe
Self-serve laundry
Picnic area
For families (6)
Children stay free
Free cots/infant beds
Television
Garden
Terrace
Daily housekeeping
Room options
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Standard Room with Shared Facilities
Highlights
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Renovated in 2014
Ceiling fan
Shared/communal kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed
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Falemataaga – The Museum of Samoa - 1 min drive - 1.4 km
Fugalei Fresh Produce Market - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
Apia Park - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
Flea Market - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
Robert Louis Stevenson Museum - 3 min drive - 3.6 km
Getting around
Apia (FGI-Fagali'i) - 4 min drive
Faleolo International Airport (APW) - 50 min drive
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
Roko's Restaurant - 8 min walk
McDonald's - 2 min drive
Tang Cheng Restaurant - 2 min drive
Scalini's Restaurant - 2 min walk
Georgies Pizza - 2 min drive
About this property
The Samoan Outrigger Hotel
Located just 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from the airport, The Samoan Outrigger Hotel offers a shuttle (available 24 hours). After splashing around at the outdoor pool, you can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Other highlights at this Colonial hotel include a terrace and a garden. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff.
Languages
English
At a glance
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Hotel size
15 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
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Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 3.5 per cent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
One child (12 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
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Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI
Internet
WiFi in public areas*
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
DONE
Transfers
Airport shuttle (available 24 hours)*
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Bar/lounge
Barbecue grills
Travelling with children
Children stay for free (see details)
What to do
Pool table
Beach nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Services
24-hour front desk
Tour/ticket assistance
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 1905
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Television in common areas
An outdoor pool
Colonial architecture
Accessibility
Accessible airport shuttle
Room amenities
Be entertained
32-inch TV
Satellite TV channels
Sleep well
Free cot/infant bed
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Partially open bathroom
Shower only
Towels
Food and drink
Shared kitchen access
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Fees & policies
Optional extras
WiFi is available in public areas for WST 5 per stay (rates may vary)
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of WST 26 per person (one-way)
Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 3.5 per cent
Safes in guest rooms can be used for an extra charge
Policies
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on-site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Also known as
Samoan Outrigger
Samoan Outrigger Hotel
Apia Outrigger
Outrigger Apia
Outrigger Hotel Apia
Samoan Outrigger Hotel Samoa/Apia
Samoan Outrigger Hotel Apia
Samoan Outrigger Apia
The Samoan Outrigger
The Samoan Outrigger Hotel Apia
The Samoan Outrigger Hotel Hotel
The Samoan Outrigger Hotel Hotel Apia
Frequently asked questions
Does The Samoan Outrigger Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Samoan Outrigger Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at The Samoan Outrigger Hotel?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at The Samoan Outrigger Hotel?
Sorry, neither pets nor service animals are allowed.
Is parking offered on site at The Samoan Outrigger Hotel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by The Samoan Outrigger Hotel?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is WST 26 per person one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Samoan Outrigger Hotel?
Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 10 AM.
What is there to do at The Samoan Outrigger Hotel and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as snorkelling. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a picnic area and a garden.
What's the area around The Samoan Outrigger Hotel like?
The Samoan Outrigger Hotel is in the heart of Apia, a short 18-minute walk from Falemataaga – The Museum of Samoa.
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The Samoan Outrigger Hotel Reviews
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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8.8/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
8.4/10
Amenities
8.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
Service staff
Breakfast
Room
Budget
Lobby
Shower
What guests liked
Breakfast was a lovely start to the day, with a variety of options and delicious local dishes. (10 reviews)
The pool was great, nice, refreshing, and a lovely addition to the property. (6 reviews)
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
22 January 2025
we enjoyed our family group stay here. Staff were helpful, great location and atmosphere. Excellent pool facilities and breakfast included with the stay was delicious.
Rosemarie
Rosemarie, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
11 September 2024
Excellent services and homely
Sione
Sione, 8-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
2 September 2024
Lovely staff , beautiful gardens, clean comfortable room and shared bathroom always clean and maintained.
Wilma
Wilma, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
26 January 2025
Great service from friendly and welcoming ladies Faafetai tele lava. Thank you !! Great experience to stay in fale. Traditional place of living in Samoa and meeting other guests.Look forward to going back to outriggers when next travel to 🇼🇸 Samoa!
Alafita
Alafita, 7-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
21 January 2025
STAFF WENT OUT OF THERE WAY TO HELP ME...THE OWNER TOO
THEY TRULY CARE FOR THEIR GUESTS.
EXCEPTIONAL!
Thomas
Thomas, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
15 August 2024
Good experience, very nice staff!
Nayonika
Nayonika, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
21 September 2024
Beautiful stay and staff were incredible and so helpful they truly make the staff beautiful dry humble and loving the attention to care and attention to little things made it by far next to none x One lady in particular she just attended to our needs over and above 🙏 Look forward to staying again.
Velma
Velma, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
14 January 2025
Old/style look buliding / nice location and close to town and you can walk to robert louis steven building and a good hikin , great StuffIt n friendly . I recomend to anyone .. Seki SAMOA 25 Thanks Faafetai see u again
Potogi
Potogi, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
10 October 2024
The Outrigger is a hidden Gem in Apia. The staff is exceptionally friendly and keen to help with qny request. The rooms are comfy and clean and the garden beautiful.
Valentin
Valentin, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
23 November 2024
Recommend 10/10
It was excellent. We arrived on a Sunday which is when most stores in Samoa are closed, however the hotel held our bags and provided excellent information on where to go and what would be open. Pool was nice and room was good.
Ashley
Ashley, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
27 August 2024
Nice and quiet with friendly staff.
Ofa lahi atu.
Lupe
Lupe, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
4 May 2024
Staff are the best! Breakfast was great
Frances
Frances, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
2 September 2024
The staff were all so lovely and friendly,and went out of their way to help me. It was very clean, the included breakfast was delicious and I loved the beautiful gardens and the pool. It is only about 15 minutes walk to town or a 4 minute drive.
Michelle
Michelle, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
2 June 2024
Location
Penelope
Penelope, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
13 April 2024
This was the perfect place to spend our last two days in Samoa.
Staff were fantastic and lovely gardens.
Location for us perfect as we had a vehicle
Glynis Cocks
Glynis
Glynis, 1-night trip
2/10 Poor
2 April 2023
Staff were nice & friendly
ABDUL
ABDUL, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
13 December 2023
Beautiful Samoan and colonial mix setting. With a pool and quiet.
Beryl
Beryl, 7-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
16 October 2022
Comfortable, clean, peaceful, good breakfast, friendly people ,
Helpful, joyful, like home !!!!!!!!!!!!
Shahnaz
Shahnaz, 4-night trip
8/10 Very good
6 May 2024
Overall a good stay but would highly recommend a restaurant at the property. I had to walk out of the hotel to look for food and mostly restaurants are closed during the weekend.
Kaushika
Kaushika, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
18 April 2024
I always enjoy staying at the Samoan Outrigger. This was my second visit in six months and each were very enjoyable experiences. The staff are very friendly and helpful, and the hotel and environs are beautifully maintained. Fa'afetai lava!
Maranina
Maranina, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
21 October 2023
It is an old character building with heaps of character and a swimming pool and very friendly and very helpful staff.
Nancy
Nancy, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
22 June 2023
Feels like home.Love the service and friendly staff. Love everything about this place.
Neon
10/10 Exceptional
26 December 2022
Cool place
timothy
10/10 Exceptional
1 January 2024
The staff is amazing!!! The hotel is spotless clean and nice. I loved it very much!
Andrea
Andrea, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
1 June 2023
Beautiful and fits a budget
We loved this hotel so much, that we came back and stayed again at the end of our trip. Super clean, we loved the staff, the fales and rooms were beautiful, and the pool and yard is stunning.