9 Best Budget Accommodations in Ha’apai

1. Diana Beach Resort

Enjoy tranquillity, culture and a beautiful beach setting at Diana Beach Resort (formerly Taiana’s Resort) on Uoleva Island. The resort has three Tongan-style fales which are simple but add to the island adventure!

Each fale is lined with beautifully woven walls and contains a double bed, mosquito net, a box to put food in, and a bedside table with a solar lantern – think of it like beach glamping! Guests share a shower and toilet in a separate block, while there’s also a communal kitchen and dining room building where you can also charge your devices.

Families can stay too thanks to the resort also offering a larger beach house. Backpackers have the option to camp on the grounds in one of the tents available if the other fales are occupied.

As for entertainment, well, you better enjoy snorkelling, lazying on the beach and whale swimming during the whale season! Breakfast and dinner are also available to order, so give your hosts notice. Airport/ferry transfers to the island are also offered (and mandatory to get to the resort) for a fee.

See how Diana compares to the 10 Best Resorts in Ha’apai.

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2. Vaikona Lodge

Set in the heart of Pangai on Lifuka Island, Vaikona Lodge is a family-run guesthouse that wraps you in genuine island warmth from the moment you arrive. Each ensuite Queen Room comes with a comfortable double bed, hot shower, complimentary toiletries, fan, fridge and TV, plus thoughtful extras like daily housekeeping and wake-up service.

The shared kitchen facilities mean you can self-cater with ease, while complimentary breakfast supplies (including cereals) and WiFi keep things simple and stress-free.

Its central location along the main road makes exploring Ha’apai’s beaches, cafés and local spots a breeze, while the shaded front porch is perfect for catching the ocean breeze between adventures.

With secure luggage storage and hosts who genuinely care, it’s an ideal budget-friendly base for discovering the islands.

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3. Lata ‘A Lupe

Nestled in the village of Hihifo, Lata ‘A Lupe offers a genuine slice of Tongan hospitality without breaking the bank. This friendly guesthouse features six comfortable ensuite rooms, each equipped with hot showers, mosquito nets and all the essentials for a peaceful island stay.

The real charm lies in the communal spaces, think shared kitchen with complimentary tea and coffee, plus inviting lounge areas perfect for swapping stories with fellow travellers.

Its central location makes exploring Ha’apai’s beaches and coastal walks a breeze, while practical touches like secure parking, luggage storage and laundry services keep things stress-free.

Airport transfers can be arranged on request, making your arrival and departure simple.

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4. Siola Pakiola Guesthouse

Looking for a homely base with genuine local charm? Siola Pakiola Guesthouse is perfectly positioned along the main road, giving you easy access to both Hihifo and Pangai, ideal for exploring without the hassle.

Rooms here are simple, comfortable and practical, with queen-size or single beds, fans and mosquito nets to keep things cool and peaceful. You’ll also have a fully equipped communal kitchen, shared lounge and a leafy garden where you can swap stories with fellow travellers or simply unwind.

Whether you’re after a private double, family room or dorm-style setup, there’s something to suit your budget. Fresh towels, laundry facilities and tea and coffee are all included, plus airport and wharf transfers are available on request.

And here’s a lovely touch, enjoy a complimentary Tongan lunch every Sunday, giving you a real taste of local life.

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5. Velonika Guesthouse

For an authentic taste of island living, Velonika Guesthouse offers beachfront fales just five steps from the ocean, where you’ll drift off to the sound of gentle waves and wake to salt-kissed breezes.

Each of the three beach fales features woven walls adorned with vibrant Tongan prints, a comfortable double bed with mosquito net, solar lighting and a private covered porch perfect for lazy afternoons. Shared bathrooms and fans keep things simple, while the focus here is firmly on culture, connection and genuine hospitality.

Home-cooked meals and shared cooking facilities give you a real taste of Tongan life, and complimentary snorkelling gear invites you to explore the crystal-clear lagoon right at your doorstep.

Homemade hammocks offer the ultimate in tropical relaxation, and airport and wharf transfers can be arranged on request for a seamless arrival.

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6. Evaloni Guesthouse

A budget guesthouse in Pangai, Evaloni Guesthouse gives guests their own separate units with an ensuite bathroom and a small kitchenette – your home away from home set within a quintessential Tongan village with church choirs singing and dogs barking.

There are seven basic units available, all kitted out with a double bed, a small kitchenette with a kettle, crockery and utensils, as well as a gas cooker but you may need to ask for gas. Otherwise, breakfast and dinner can be arranged.

The ensuite showers are cold water only.

Your hosts offer airport/wharf transfers, while the guesthouse is within walking distance of Pangai town centre. Although there are some units further down the road, note that check-in is at the “‘Evalonitua Guesthouse” sign.

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7. Lindsay Guesthouse

The largest guesthouse in Ha’apai, Lindsay Guesthouse offers a truly local stay for unbeatable prices. Just a 10-minute walk from Pangai town centre and located on the same premises as the island’s bakery, it has a convenient location.

Your hosts also offer complimentary airport transfers. Stay in one of the 12 rooms available, including single, double and triple rooms with cold-water shared bathroom facilities. Other options include a double and a triple (family) ensuite room. Outside of the rooms, guests can relax in the communal lounge or out on the spacious verandah and lawns.

For those staying in an ensuite room, breakfast is included each day of stay, while lunch and dinner are also available to arrange.

Note that the guesthouse only accepts cash.

See more accommodations like this in our 5 Best Guesthouses in Ha’apai.

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8. Fifita Guesthouse

A long-established guesthouse in Ha’apai, Fifita Guesthouse is also located in Pangai.

Choose from affordable double, twin and single rooms where guests share a bathroom with… hot showers! Those staying in the ensuite rooms will not have the same luxury, however, as the bathrooms have cold water.

Nevertheless, rooms are kitted out with mosquito nets and fans (you will possibly need to ask for a fan) and breakfast is included in the price. Dinner is available to order, but note that the Mariner’s Cafe that used to be downstairs has closed.

Kitchen facilities are available. See more self-catering options with our 10 Best Self-Catering Accommodations in Ha’apai.

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9. [CLOSED] Billy’s Place

[Update: Billy’s Place has closed and been replaced by Fanga ’o Ipu Lahi Resort. Learn more about this accommodation in the 10 Best Resorts in Ha’apai].

Experience pure isolation at Billy’s Place, also known as Billy’s Resort, which is in the midst of a banana plantation along the east coast beach of Lifuka. Bikes are free for guests to use to get into town.

Otherwise, enjoy your time here snorkelling with the snorkelling gear provided. Bookings here can be organised through Evaloni at Evoloni’s Guesthouse (see above). The basic but clean fales here have a double bed with double and single rates.

There are shared bathroom facilities with cold water (and sometimes even no water). There’s no electricity and breakfast is included, but there are no meals offered and no kitchen facilities, so you will have to cycle into town (1.5 km/10 minutes).