10 Best Budget Accommodations on 'Eua

Last Updated: 7 November, 2025

Cheap Accommodations on ‘Eua

Spoiler alert: There isn’t exactly “expensive” accommodation on ‘Eua! Regardless, if you were looking for cheap accommodation on ‘Eua Island in Tonga then you’ve still found the right place where staying in private rooms will hardly send you over the TOP$150 mark. Plus, you can keep things ultra-cheap with the backpacker and guesthouse rooms available. So, see why ‘Eua is a backpacker’s mecca with the list of budget accommodations below, as well as in The Guide to ‘Eua on a Budget.

Note that Tonga is an ever-evolving country with some services that accommodations provide changing with little notice. While we try to keep our accommodation listings up-to-date, know that some services may have changed. If you have an update, feel free to reach out.

1. Talei Guest House

A well-presented guesthouse complex at the northern end of Angaha, Talei Guest House boasts six private units, as well as a restaurant and liquor store on-site.

Food is at the fore of this affordable accommodation with breakfast included and one of the only restaurants on the island – also with very budget-friendly prices.

All rooms are ensuite with basic necessities like a desk, hot water and a fan, while layouts consist of queen, twin and triple (one queen and one single) rooms.

Your hosts also offer complimentary wharf/airport transfers.

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Talei Guest House

2. Stay Tonga

Set along the peaceful waterfront of ‘Ohonua village, Stay Tonga offers a relaxed base that’s perfect for families or groups after a no-fuss stay. Their “Three-Bedroom Cottage” is spacious and practical, sleeping up to six with two queen beds and two singles, plus a full kitchen, dining area, lounge and a verandah that catches the sunset beautifully.

You’ll also get free WiFi and complimentary airport transfers, always a bonus when you’re travelling on a budget.

If you’re keen to get closer to nature, tent sites are available with sleeping bags, mats, hot showers and a communal kitchen. It’s the kind of setup that strips things back to the essentials without leaving you roughing it.

Easy access to the ferry dock and nearby ‘Ufilei Beach makes it convenient for exploring ‘Eua’s rugged landscapes.

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Stay Tonga

3. ‘Alakoka Tahi Moana Guest House (Kiko’s)

Also in Angaha village, ‘Alakoka Tahi Moana Guest House is all about the experience with your hosts, Kiko and his family. Not only does the accommodation offer whale swimming tours but also guided hikes and 4WD tours.

As for the accommodation, choose from one of nine no-frills rooms with bed layouts sleeping one to six guests.

Guests can spend their downtime playing pool, cooking in the large communal kitchen, dining at the on-site restaurant (not available Sunday), or joining for kava nights, Sunday umu and bonfires on the beach when enough people are staying.

Most bathrooms are shared and there are also laundry machines available.

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‘Alakoka Tahi Moana Guest House (Kiko’s)

4. Laina Airport Inn

Located in Mu’a just a short walk from ‘Eua Airport, Laina Airport Inn is ideal for travellers seeking convenience without sacrificing comfort. This modern villa offers 10 well-maintained, air-conditioned rooms, perfect for those catching early flights or arriving late.

Choose between “Single Rooms” with one double bed or more spacious “Double Rooms” featuring one double and one single bed, all with ensuite bathrooms including baths, work desks and free WiFi.

Complimentary breakfast gets your day started right, while on-site parking, laundry facilities and CCTV security add peace of mind. A food ordering service and communal kitchen access make dining hassle-free, whether you’re staying overnight or exploring ‘Eua for longer.

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Laina Airport Inn

5. Highlight Guesthouse

The cheapest accommodation on ‘Eua, Highlight Guesthouse is a long-established guesthouse on the island offering a homely local vibe. What’s more, it’s easy to find it signposted along the main road in Mata’aho village.

The family-style home has four private rooms ideal for solo travellers, couples and families of three. There are also two shared bathrooms with a shower-in-bath set-up in one and it’s an extra TOP$10 if you want a hot shower.

Either use the communal kitchen for TOP$5 or you can order meals to experience some local cooking.

Finally, they offer reasonably priced island tours to experience ‘Eua’s natural sights lasting four to six hours.

6. Blue Water Retreat

With the sandy Tufuvai Beach on its doorstep, Blue Water Retreat presents a dreamy location for a budget price. The closest thing to a resort on ‘Eua offers a small selection of ocean-view ensuite bungalows; four with a queen/twin bed with double and single occupancy rates and three family bungalows.

The bungalows are recently renovated and feature a private deck where you can watch the sunset and see whales on the horizon during the whale season.

Ferry/airport transfers are included in the accommodation rates, while whale watching, spearfishing and island tours, as well as creative buffet-style meals at the onsite restaurant, can all be organised with the resort for an effortless stay.

Glamping is also available at a higher price – see the 5 Most Romantic Accommodations on ‘Eua for more information.

7. Seta’s Guest House

Get the holiday home experience at a budget price at Seta’s Guest House or make your stay even cheaper by renting out one of the double rooms in the basement. Located on the edge of Tufuvai village, Seta’s upstairs unit has two bedrooms that sleep up to five guests.

You’ll have your own bathroom, lounge and fully-equipped kitchen with tea, coffee, sugar and sometimes fresh fruit to get you started. Downstairs are a series of private rooms with single and double occupancy rates which are much more basic.

Your hosts also offer car hire for a daily fee, airport/wharf transfers for a fee, and can arrange whale tours and 4WD tours of the island on your behalf.

What’s more, you’re only a three-minute walk from the beach!

See more accommodation like this in our 5 Best Family Accommodations on ‘Eua.

8. Tukia Complex

Providing fantastic value, Tukia Complex is ideal for the traveller seeking a self-sufficient stay. They offer two two-bedroom units and one one-bedroom unit, all fully self-contained with a bathroom and an open-plan lounge and dining area with a full kitchen including an oven.

All rooms are equipped with a double bed, making this a good option for couples and groups of friends travelling together.

A few welcome touches are some light toiletries provided, an iron (which is quite rare in Tonga) and complimentary airport/wharf transfers. You’ll also be able to do your laundry!

A rental car is advised for staying at this out-of-town accommodation in Ha’atu’a, which you can find out more about in The Best Car Rentals on ‘Eua.

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Tukia Complex

9. Falakiko Guesthouse

Another delightfully local homestay-style accommodation, Falakiko Guesthouse in Angaha village consists of three private units on the grounds of a local family home.

There are rooms suitable for solo travellers, couples and groups of three, each with affordable rates per person. Each unit has ensuite facilities with a spacious tiled shower, while you’ll also have a fridge and fan.

Although there are no cooking facilities, your hosts can cook breakfast and lunch for a reasonable price. For dinner, restaurants are listed in The Complete Travel Guide to ‘Eua.

Your hosts also offer island tours for a decent price, taking you to see approximately four of ‘Eua’s natural attractions.

Airport/wharf transfers are also free for pick-up and a small fee for drop-off.

10. Pacific-Sila Lodge

Split into two guesthouses, Pacific-Sila Lodge is your home away from home in the village of Sapa’ata. Either rent one of the double or twin rooms and share the guesthouse facilities, or rent the entire unit for your group.

Whatever you choose, you’ll have access to a cutely decorated lounge, laundry facilities and a well-equipped kitchen where supplies are easy to gather from one of the three grocery stores nearby or even from the on-site fale koloa (small shop).

More About Budget Accommodations on ‘Eua

That’s it for the best budget accommodations on ‘Eua. For more travel tips to make your visit as easy as an island breeze, take a look at the following guides:

Finally, get more budgeting advice from The Travel Guide to Tonga on a Budget and Tonga Travel Budget: How Much Does a Trip to Tonga Cost?

Sources:

The information in this guide has been compiled from our extensive research, travel and experiences across Tonga and the South Pacific, accumulated over more than a decade of numerous visits to each destination. Additional sources for this guide include the following:

Tonga Tourism Authority (General travel advice - Updated [2025])
Tonga Ministry of Tourism (FAQs about visiting Tonga - Updated [2025])
SPTO (Pacific tourism advice - Updated [2025])
Ministry of Revenue & Customs (Customs and immigration contacts - Updated [2025])
Ministry of Agriculture & Food, Forests and Fisheries (Biosecurity advice - Updated [2025])
Ministry of Infrastructure (Land and aviation transport info - Updated [2025])
Tonga Meteorological Service (Weather forecast and warnings - Updated [2025])
Tonga Statistics Department (Statistics and travel data - Updated [2025])
Safe Travel (New Zealand travel advisory for Tonga - Updated [2025])
Smart Traveller (Australia travel advisory for Tonga - Updated [2025])
Travel.State.Gov (U.S. travel advisory for Tonga - Updated [2025])

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About The Author

Robin (Lopini) C.

This article was reviewed and published by Robin, the co-founder of Tonga Pocket Guide. He has lived, worked and travelled across 16 different countries before settling in the South Pacific, so he knows a thing or two about planning the perfect trip in this corner of the world. Robin works and consults regularly with the Ministry of Tourism of Tonga. Robin is also the co-founder of several other South Pacific travel guides and is a regular host of webinars with the South Pacific Tourism Organisation.

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