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Royal Sunset Island Resort

2.5 star property

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Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services
  • Bar

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Atata Island, Atata Island
  • Airport, Nuku'alofa (TBU-Fua'amotu Intl.)
    ‪188 min drive‬

Room options

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Suite, 1 Bedroom (Atata Fale)

  • Sea view
  • 72 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Basic Bungalow (Budget Fale)

  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Family Bungalow, 2 Bedrooms (Fale)

Family Bungalow, 2 Bedrooms (Fale)

  • Sea view
  • 72 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 4 Single Beds

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Standard Bungalow (Western Standard Fale)

Standard Bungalow (Western Standard Fale)

  • Sea view
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Superior Bungalow (Superior Fale)

Superior Bungalow (Superior Fale)

  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

About the area

Atata Island

At Royal Sunset Island Resort you'll be within the area of Ha'atafu Beach. Highlights at this beach motel include an outdoor swimming pool and in-room balconies. .For a drink, you can stop by the motel's own lounge bar. Enjoy the outdoor tennis court along with access to scuba-diving and a playground. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Continental breakfast is available daily between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Sights in the vicinity of this Atata Island motel include Centenary Chapel and Royal Palace of Tonga.
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Restaurants

  • Holty's Hideaway
  • Little Tokyo
  • Seaview Lodge And Restaurant
  • Cottage Breeze Restaurant
  • Royal Sunset Island Resort Atata Island

About this property

Royal Sunset Island Resort

Royal Sunset Island Resort offers its guests an outdoor tennis court and an outdoor pool. Public spaces have free WiFi. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and a ferry terminal shuttle are available for a fee. A terrace, gift shops/newsstands, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Royal Sunset Island Resort.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Atata Island motel.

  • 21 guestrooms or units
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Bellhop
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
Royal Sunset Island Resort offers 21 accommodations with a safe and free toiletries. Rooms open to balconies. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include a shower. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and in-room massages can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: TOP 10 for adults and TOP 10 for children
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Playground
  • Scuba diving

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Direct access to the beach
  • Garden
  • On the waterfront
  • Terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 11 AM; check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 9 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests must transfer via Boat to the property; guests must contact the property at least 24 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking
This property offers transfers from the ferry terminal (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 9:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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 continental breakfast: from approximately TOP 10 for adults and from TOP 10 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: TOP 52 per person (return)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: TOP 26.00 (one way), (from 1 to 12 years old)

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, debit card or cash deposit 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit 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. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted.

Property is also known as

Royal Sunset Island Resort Atata Island
Royal Sunset Island Resort
Royal Sunset Island Atata Island
Royal Sunset Island
Royal Sunset Island Hotel Tongatapu Island
Royal Sunset Island Tongatapu
Royal Sunset Atata
Royal Sunset Island Resort Motel
Royal Sunset Island Resort Atata Island
Royal Sunset Island Resort Motel Atata Island

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Royal Sunset Island Resort?

Royal Sunset Island Resort offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Are there any beaches close to Royal Sunset Island Resort?

The closest beach to Royal Sunset Island Resort is Ha'atafu Beach (8.1 km).

Does Royal Sunset Island Resort have a pool?

Royal Sunset Island Resort has an outdoor pool.

What makes Royal Sunset Island Resort a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus private balconies in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Royal Sunset Island Resort.

Does Royal Sunset Island Resort serve breakfast?

Yeah, continental breakfast is served daily from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Royal Sunset Island Resort?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Royal Sunset Island Resort?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves international cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Royal Sunset Island Resort?

Check-in begins at 11 AM. Check-out time is 9 AM.

Royal Sunset Island Resort Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 34 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 34 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 34 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 34 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 34 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

2/10 Terrible

Cheryl

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Filthy, run down, discriminatory treatment.

We went to the Royal Sunset with 6 of our Tongan young friends who help us at a humanitarian clinic we work in. We are leaving Tonga and wanted to thank them for all they do. We decided to spend the night at the Royal Sunset. The rooms were filthy. The linens were stained and the rooms were unbearably hot. The pool water was brown. Of the 3 kayaks that were available for use, 2 took on water as soon as you pulled them into the ocean. We waited 1 hour and 15 minutes for our lunch and we were served after a group of Caucasian day guests who arrived 45 minutes at the restaurant after we did. Our group was turned away from the snorkelling boat and told to take the next one, even though we were first in line waiting to go. My husband and I just sat and watched in amazement all day as our Tongan young guests were treated to the ultimate in racial discrimination. We left on the 4pm boat going back to Tongapatu and spent a wonderful night at the Tanoa Hotel where our young friends were treated as equal guests to everyone else staying at the resort. Please do not ever go to the Royal Sunset!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We absolutely loved everything! Service from Losa was exceptional!! Please tha k her again from us. Our stay was too short but we definitely will be back again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020
Verified

6/10 Okay

Champi

Disliked: Amenities
The island is beautiful and the trips to the reef to snorkel were fantastic. the food is average, though there is a chef that is a great cook and we enjoyed the fish with papaya sauce and the Lu Ika. The staff are not very attentive and they could have much more activities going on as it tends to be quite boring after a few days. We kayaked a lot and saw much marine life which was great!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Great location!

We stayed in a beautiful bungalow right on a secluded beach! Bed was comfy and room was clean and modern. Food was good, very basic but good. Only gripe was the service, very slow and a few times what we ordered just never turned up at all.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019
Verified

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
設備がボロボロ。。。。
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place, amazing location, staff excellent. Old resort, lots of things are in not good conditions, beach and garden need to be clean, nice food and veryd if you accept all this
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous snorkeling. Beautiful sandy beaches. Good value for money. Expedia needs also to include transfer rates.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful part of the world. You are on a stunning island, with a beautiful beach steps from your accomodation. So relaxing and stunning to wake up to every morning.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

KG

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Is your basic resort but with great extras like daily boat trips to snorkel(even on a Sunday), kayaks, and paddle board all included.. A wonderful place to just chill out or hang for a day or two. Sunset is sorta it. Pool is basic but good and great beaches.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful location with exceptional beaches and views. The staff were friendly and helpful and went above and beyond to make our stay enjoyable. Excellent Food
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
staff are friendly and helpful, the facility is good, highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

good stay

good
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

good

all good
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Beach at your doorstep - great safe family friendly holiday. Kayaks and snorkeling free. The village experience is special if you want a real feel for everyday living for many people.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Trina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay here. Lovely Tongan people. Food was great. We were the only guest staying for the first night. Our Fale was nice but the single bed wasn't. Its a shame too see so much rubbish on the beach. But I definitely had a lovely holiday there. :-)
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Iryna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Location is amazing

My husband and I stay at the resort for 5 nights. Our bungalow only 25 metres from the water. We had a large seated veranda with a bench to dry our swim gears and clothes line. Just a few metres into the sea off the beach sand the line of sea grass begins. Plenty of canoes and boards to paddle out on the lagoon. At 2:30pm each afternoon there was the option to go out by boat to a nearby reef for snorkelling. Went off to a different and interesting spot each day. No sign of any life jackets on board. The included breakfast is quite adequate. Plenty of cereals and fruit, toast and cuppas. Dinner courses served up on cold plates - never good. Deep fried food is often rather bland with not much flavour. Caesar Salad was not what it is traditionally supposed to be. Restaurant menu contents only 2 entrees, two mains and two deserts (both being with ice cream), but they are ready to meet your needs if you want something different. So just ask for what you would like if it is not on the menu. With a change in chef later in our week the dinners greatly improved. Recorded music was very relaxing in bar / lounge (at the wi-fi hotspot). In the evenings we were treated to a delightful singing boy-band trio. Staff are very friendly. Great to witness the spectacular evening sunsets and fiery golden clouds over the western ocean. Just sit in your beach lounger and relax. Happy to come here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a fabulous time at Royal Sunset. Great for families, friendly staff and a relaxed atmosphere which is a exactly what we were after. We plan to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

N

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great fale, perfect island location

Everything you could ask for in an "island paradise "get-a-away" ...
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

RUPERTO

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Relax entre sonrisas

Sitio tranquilo, con pueblito con gente muy amigable y una gran playa magnífica
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location

Rooms on the beach with great views. Staff were really friendly and helpful and the added advantage of being able to take the ferry back to the mainland if you wanted to do a day visit. Most relaxing and restful holiday.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Orsi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Dream Honeymoon destination, will go back!

We spent 9 days on the Atata island, went there off season, and we had the whole island just for ourselves. They upgraded our fale for free to a beachfront one, we loved it so much! The food was delicious for a good price ($8-9 for a lunch, we could have dinner from the lunch menu as well). Our daily schedule was the following: breakfast, snorkeling in the morning, lunch, kayaking in the afternoon, dinner, sleep... for 9 days, and the island is so beautiful, the reef is so close we didn't get bored! People were very friendly, we visited the village twice, and learned a lot about Tongan culture. We will definitely go back.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Yuan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Peaceful Resort

A really great stay. The island is about 30min from Nukualofa and seems a world away. We went in low season and only had one other person sleeping at the resort so we had the run of the facilities. The food at the restaurant was a bit limited due to the small amount of people there but were flexible in trying to give us a choice of different meals. Service was very good and we the got in some very nice snorkeling just two minutes boat ride from the island.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Lovely beachside location but I think the cost was higher than it should have been for a hotel of this basic standard. My shower didn't work properly.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2017
Verified

8/10 Good

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Island getaway

We enjoyed our 2 days on the island. Its beautiful! The beach is just outside your front door. Everyone is very helpful and food is yummy. My children loved playing in low tide with the sea cucumbers and high tide gave them a great swimming area. The resort accom is older and you do need to pay for transfer fees back to the main island, all meals at set prices (lunch $18TOP, dinner $28 TOP, kids dinner $8TOP), we enjoyed our stay but would stay longer so we felt like the transfer fees were worth it.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2017
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Well worth the stay

We loved our time at the Royal Sunset. It gets a lower rating because the bungalows aren't built like 5-star hotel rooms, the water pressure is you can't drink the brakish water from the taps. However, the whole resort runs off a generator (which you can hear day and night unfortunately) and their water comes from a desalination plant and all supplies need to be brought in by boat. So, given the relatively difficult conditions they're working under, the hotel was very well presented and quite comfortable. If you go there expecting something pristine, you won't find it. But if you go there expecting them to have done a lot with not much, provide excellent service, food and assistance, then you'll be in for a treat. When we arrived they gave us a glass of orange juice before we'd even put our bags down. The restaurant menu changes daily and included the fresh Tuna we caught on a trip out with one of the hotel guides. They run snorkeling boat trips each day and can do dive trips on request, provided their instructor is available. There is also kayaks, beach loungers, etc. Every bungalow is on the beach front and most of them have a great view of the sunset each day. The resort is surrounded by nice beach, which is more than you get on the main island nearby. The ferry to the mainland runs twice a day, but you need to tell them you're coming or going otherwise you might not get a seat if they're full. There's a small village at the other end of the island.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2017