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Malau Lodge

3.0 star property
Lodge in Nuku'alofa with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk

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Queen Room, with AirCond, Shared Bathroom
Balcony view
Free daily continental breakfast
BBQ/picnic Area
En-suite Queen Room | Living room

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Laundry room
  • Room service

Explore the area

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Fasi-moe-afi Rd, Nuku'alofa
  • Place, Talamahu Market
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Basilica of St Anthony of Padua
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Royal Palace of Tonga
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Nuku'alofa (TBU-Fua'amotu Intl.)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Room options

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Double Room with AirCond, Shared Bathroom

Double Room with AirCond, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Blackout curtains
Portable fan
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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En-suite Queen Room

En-suite Queen Room

Highlights

Blackout curtains
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Queen Room with Shared Bathroom

Queen Room with Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Blackout curtains
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Queen Room, with AirCond, Shared Bathroom

Queen Room, with AirCond, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Balcony
Blackout curtains
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Double Room with Fan, Shared Bathroom

Double Room with Fan, Shared Bathroom

Double Room with Fan, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Blackout curtains
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • 20 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the area

Nuku'alofa

Malau Lodge places you in the centre of Nuku'alofa, within just a 15-minute stroll of Talamahu Market and Basilica of St Anthony of Padua. Highlights at this lodge include a complimentary breakfast and free self-parking. .This lodge has free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a terrace. Additionally, you'll find a free manager's reception, laundry facilities and a microwave in a common area. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Places within a 15-minute walk of this 3-property class Nuku'alofa lodge include Royal Palace of Tonga and Royal Tombs.
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What's nearby

  • Talamahu Market - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Basilica of St Anthony of Padua - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Royal Tombs - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Centenary Chapel - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Royal Palace of Tonga - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Nuku'alofa (TBU-Fua'amotu Intl.) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Friends Cafe - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Leiola Downtown Cafe - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Billfish Bar and Restaurant - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪The Top Restaurant And Lounge - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Evergreen Chinese - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Malau Lodge

Lodge in Nuku'alofa with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk
Free breakfast is served daily, and guests can also enjoy a free nightly manager's reception. Public spaces have free WiFi. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. A terrace, barbecue grills, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Malau Lodge. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Nuku'alofa lodge.

  • 7 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Water dispenser
Malau Lodge offers 7 accommodations with blackout curtains. In-room wireless Internet access is available for a surcharge. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Bathrooms include a shower. An iron/ironing board and hairdryers can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (surcharge)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

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

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Room service
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 4 per cent for credit card payments
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra 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.

  • Airport shuttle fee: TOP 50 per room (one-way)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 4 per cent

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds. This property accepts Visa and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Malau Lodge Nuku'alofa
Malau Nuku'alofa
Malau Lodge Lodge
Malau Lodge Nuku'alofa
Malau Lodge Lodge Nuku'alofa

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Malau Lodge?

Malau Lodge offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Malau Lodge?

Yep, Malau Lodge has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Malau Lodge?

The closest beach to Malau Lodge is Ha'atafu Beach (16.3 km).

Does Malau Lodge serve breakfast?

Sure does, free continental brekkie is offered on weekdays between 7:30 AM and 9:00 AM and weekends from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Malau Lodge?

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

What time are check-in & check-out at Malau Lodge?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Malau Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Maureen

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

Good value

Room is clean and staff are nice. Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the breakfast! The staff were super helpful and fun to talk to. The WiFi was limited and needed to ask for a slip or buy more megabytes from them.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Another great stay! Highly recommend! Staff is great amd also a great location.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A small cozy non luxury hotel...with the bear staff eve and great cleanlimess Loved it
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fiona and her team’s hospitality was amazing, it was like we were treated like family. The team made sure we had a comfortable stay and were happy. A great cheap accommodation option close to town. Thank you again Fiona.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice communal areas for shared meals and meeting other travelers
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lovely, Auckland NZ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Definitely a place if wanting a relaxed ,comfortable and affordable holiday. Room was very clean upon arrival, staff were very friendly and helpful, reception was always well maintained and had brochures of activities, landmarks and places reccomended for guests. As a customer service manager i was very pleased with the service and the warm and relaxed environment. My next trip I am most definitely staying at the malau lodge again and will definitely reccomend this place to family members and anyone who wants a relaxed and affordable trip. Oh and also the staff are are just amazing!!!!! 5stars for me!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was quite basic but adequate for a one night stay. Staff were great.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hospitality and the staff are so friendly. I feel safe to know their security is there all the time. Fiona and her staff went extra miles to make sure that our needs were met. The guest in there were like family. I will stay at Malau lodge every time I visit Tonga. It is central to everything in the town. I arrived there a 3 am, one of the staff was still waiting for us. What a service. Thank you so much for making out time in Tonga a memorable time. I will recommend Malau Lodge to anyone. The venue and the atmosphere were great. Thank you
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Warm , welcoming people . The situation is quiet and the rooms are roomy with aircon . The en-suite was great. The breakfast every morning was beautifully paid out with choices of cereal , tropical fruit , juice and eggs on toast. Tea and coffee is available all the time . It’s an easy walk to cafes and sea and port . It’s next door to Dateline hotel and you can buy reasonanbly priced meals there . My tour picked me up and dropped me off every day as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Shinsuke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

すばらしいスタッフ

空港から事前に宿へ連絡し、手配していた乗り合いタクシーで夜10時過ぎに到着。夜10時でもセキュリティスタッフがいるので、対応してくれる。空港からのタクシー料金は５０パアンガ払ったが、ロッジに置いてある案内にもそう書かれているので目安としてほしい。部屋は快適で、網戸もきれい。共用バスルームはこまめな清掃を希望したいが、シャワーにお湯がでるのはうれしい。スタッフはフレンドリーで困ったことがあれば、相談すれば、助けてくれる。朝食はトースト、エッグ、フルーツのコンティネンタルで無料。立地は中心部から徒歩5分、港から徒歩１０分で観光、ホエールスイミングにもおすすめ。wi-fiも使えるので、最低限のデータ通信に問題はない。
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

6/10 Okay

peter

Disliked: Room comfort
Tonga är väldigt primitivt, så standarden är helt ok efter omständigheterna, rent och helt, ägg och flingor till gemensam frukost, internet funkar när det vill och långsamt, island time som man säger.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very good condition Friendly Clean Good price Good location
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019