Malau Lodge

Malau Lodge descritpion

Malau Lodge sells fast on our site. Just 2 minutes’ walk from the waterfront and the American Wharf, Malau Lodge features 300 MB of free WiFi and free continental breakfast. Guests have access to a communal kitchen and a lounge area with a TV and DVD player.
Malau Lodge Tonga is 5 minutes’ walk from the Faonelua Convention Centre, and 15 minutes’ walk from the Royal Palace. Fua'amotu International Airport is a 25-minute drive away.
The tour desk can arrange car rental, island tours, sailing trips and swimming with whales.
Each room offers mosquito nets on all windows. All include a private bathroom with a shower and a toilet. Malau Lodge is fully secured with a large fence, an electronic gate and security bars.
Your breakfast consists of fruit, juices, cereal, eggs and toast. There are a number of restaurants and a supermarket within a 10-minute walk.

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Facilities of Malau Lodge

Outdoors ：Grounds | Terrace

Kitchen ：Shared Kitchen

Pets ：Pets are not allowed.

Activities ：Massage

Food & Drink ：Special Diet Meals (upon request)

Internet ：WiFi is available in all areas and charges apply.

Parking ：Free!Free public parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).

General ：Paid WiFi | Non-smoking Rooms | Air Conditioning | Designated Smoking Area

Reviews for Malau Lodge

Review 1：Breakfast wasn't always as stated, but staff were prepared to cook some of your own food as well.

Review 2：After having had a sleepless night in the heat and humidity we were able to transfer to an air conditioned room. The staff were exceptionally friendly and helpful. Karioke & dance evening was set up to keep us amused, as was a movie evening. A canopie was set up so we could avoid the sun and enjoy the breeze.

Review 3：We requested a airport pick up, which was confirmed by the hostel. When we arrived there was no transportation, as due to the public holiday the hostel owner did not reach anyone. Unfortunately we were not informed of this, so we let all taxis go. We only found out after calling the hostel with thr help of the airline.

Review 4：- nice room with aircon quite centrally located

Review 5：over charged room rate from what was confirmed online. No hot water Shower door impossible to operate due to lost/broken rollers (been glass it is dangerous)

Review 6：Our booking said that we would pay in local currency, quoting US dollars which we took. Only to find out that we had to pay in the local Tongan dollars which cost us a lot more.

Review 7：Extremely friendly staff. Home away from home. Nothing too much trouble. We felt looked after in every way.

Review 8：I only spent one night at this place. Nonetheless I have no complaints.

Review 9：Friendly staff and a lovely room with a big and comfy bed. Fresh and clean bathroom. Close to all the shops and resturants downtown and also the harbour. Good, thoughtful breakfast. Very good price compared to other places nearby.

Review 10：Some soap would be nice. I didn't have any with me.

Review 11：The place is clean and tidy, perfectly presented, and the staff are so lovely and helpfull. One of the ladies even took us out to the agriculture show for the day. They had a stall showing poorer people how to recycle rubbish into sellable giftware. Happily took us past the pharmacy. Well presented lounge and kitchen areas to use.

Review 12：Super clean, new guesthouse a few blocks from "downtown." The staff is great, very friendly and helpful. Breakfast was delicious, especially the tropical fruit salad. The rooms was immaculate, in fact, all the areas of the house were exceptionally clean. The share bathroom again was super clean and modern with reliable hot water. Would definitely stay here next time!

Review 13：The hotel was ok, but disappointing given how much we paid. Breakfast was very simple (weetbix, toast, jam). Shower kept going hot and cold. Staff tend to loiter around - made us feel a bit uncomfortable. On departure day, one staff member told us to leave a tip for her - which we thought was pretty rude.

Review 14：Walking distance from the town centre. Free Wifi. Clean. Nice linen and towels. The adjoining family rooms with a shared bathroom were convenient.

Review 15：I was looking for a broom to sweep away the insects that snuck through the holes under the doors (so I didn't step on them). Maybe leave a broom in the kitchen/lounge area. Otherwise the new house was very tidy and the cleanliness of my room was of a very high standard.

Review 16：Hospitality of staff was gracious and warm. Everybody was respected and greeted with the same level of decorum.

Review 17：easy access to town and waterfront facilities building was brand new, modern, simple. breakfast was included and excellent, bacon and eggs and cerial and orange juice.

Review 18：It was super hot the first night we stayed and even with the fan on, we found it hard to sleep. Would have been good to have air-con in summer!

Review 19：The friendliness of everyone who worked at Malau Lodge; the location was close to the waterfront and the shops; the breakfast was lovely - we even had fresh coconut buns made for us one morning.

Review 20：The staff and facilities were wonderful. The breeze, that was constant, was helpful because of the humidity. They had bottled water, laundry services, and beautiful fruit every morning for breakfast.

Review 21：Be a bit wary of the shower - the thermostat has a mind of its own.

Review 22：Selita and all her staff (thanks Tina) were kind and solicitous beyond the call of duty. They organised a round the island trip and stepped in when our taxi broke down, ordered dinner for us on Sunday when restaurants were closed, helped when our flight home was disrupted and graciously let us stay in Malau Lodge at no extra charge. What lovely people!

Review 23：The staff were very helpful and welcoming. Nothing was a problem. We have been to Tonga four times now and this is by far the best place we have stayed at.

Review 24：Hard to come up with anything, but if pushed we'd mention that the ensuite shower to our groundfloor room had a way of changing temperature that was disconcerting, so be wary of that.

Review 25：Kindness, every courtesy and consideration shown beyond what we could have expected - helping us make a call to home when our onward travel plans went awry, arranging a taxi sightseeing trip and taking over when that vehicle broke down - too many things to mention - and all done with a generous heart.

Review 26：Don't expect luxury, but people who do their best to facilitate your stay in whatever way and a family-like atmosphere. An important issue for me: the WiFi reception was very dependable.

Review 27：Malau lodge was my first stay in the island and it was a great choice. As a solo traveller I felt immediately at home and comfortable. Lovely house and location close to the centre. Kept spotless and clean. Selita and Tina are helpful in any way you need. A nice mix between feeling at home and being indipendent and in your own space. Reccomended!

Review 28：We are not sure when we book if we will be located at Malau Lodge of Robyn's Nest. We have rebooked but don't know where to go when we get there

Review 29：We actually stayed at Robyn's Nest which was lovely. The location was perfect.

Review 30：The pillow was very large and made it uncomfortable to sleep so we slept without these. Otherwise it was fantastic.

Review 31：We were at the Robyns Nest site across the road from the Palace. Perfect location with a beautiful balcony overlooking the palace. Close to markets and town, everything you need in walking distance. Lovely house and staff were very friendly and helpful.

Review 32：A great place to stay. The people made you feel part of the family and the location is within walking distance to everything in town and the ferry terminal.

Review 33：Nothing

Review 34：This place is very clean and all the staff are very kind and friendly. They operate a fantastic tour around the island that is great value for money and very informative. Will be recommending this B & B to all our friends.

Review 35：Absolutely nothing!

Review 36：Excellent island hospitality, comfort and location. I would not hesitate in recommending this lodge to anybody visiting Nuku'alofa.

Review 37：Need aircon.

Review 38：location, clean, nice workers.

Review 39：Friendly staff, clean rooms and excellent location.

Review 40：The stuff were amazing. So friendly and helpful.

Review 41：WiFi a bit patchy!

Review 42：Friendly helpful staff. Gorgeous fruit for breakfast.

Review 43：oil the hinges on the doors throughout. (noisy during night) No ceiling fan or a/c

Review 44：Cold shower after a few minutes of hot water in 1 room

Review 45：Great beds and rooms

Review 46：Very friendly helpful staff

Review 47：Friendly, helpful, very comfortable.

Review 48：Inconsistent hot water

Review 49：Everything, except hot water!

Review 50：Good location close to the city, very clean and confortable plus great and friendly staff!

Review 51：Fantastic short walk into town

Review 52：The staff are amazing and very helpful with giving suggestions on sites to see, and even booking an island tour for us.

Review 53：location, clean.

Review 54：Clean Very comfortable bed Patio

Review 55：Malau Lodge is well situated, within walking distance to downtown and port. Stuff is friendly and helpful and room comfortable.

Review 56：The whole atmosphere was a total package.

Review 57：Very clean accomodation, nicely presented. The staff were also very friendly and helpful, will be staying again in the future.

Review 58：Run down neighborhood

Review 59：Friendly staff Good location in town

Review 60：All the staff is very kind to me and helpful on my short stay at malau lodge so i will recommended to anyone

Review 61：Sometimes the shower was cold, but bathroom was always clean :)

Review 62：Great staff, very homely and clean :))

Review 63：Attention to detail and looking after guests' needs

Review 64：could not figure out how to get the hot shower water.

Review 65：Staff are really friendly like family. Always offering great service at all time.

Review 66：Very comfortable bed. Desk was provided in room. Internet connection was good, but charged separately. Bathroom excellent. Quiet.

Review 67：Friendly hosts and very clean accomodation. Made us feel very welcome.

Review 68：Great staff, Clean,great location,

Review 69：Staff very friendly, the place is spotlessly clean. Can arrange daily tours etc.

Review 70：Absolutely nothing!!!

Review 71：A perfect base to explore the capital of Tonga and the hospitality shown by the staff is second to none. I would not hesitate to recommend this lodge to anyone visiting Nuku'alofa.

Review 72：This was my first visit to Tonga but I have travelled extensively. I could not have picked a more friendly, welcoming & perfect lodge for two overnight stays between a break in the Ha'apai group. The communication & all pick up/ transfers were faultless. Due to timing we asked for a half day tour to be organised for us - it was just brilliant, affordable & unexpected thoughtfulness with late lunch, towels, coconuts & more water provided with the wonderful Helen & Tony to guide us. Selita, Tina & Helen made our visit the best. What they organised as a surprise for my Mum's birthday was so generous & moving. Good location with brief walk to the centre of Nuku. Cannot praise these beautiful people enough & their lodge. Immaculate & faultless.

Review 73：The Wi Fi on the site was advertised as free. But found out upon arriving it was not. Overall a great experience

Review 74：The staff were friendly and really nice the bathroom and rooms were great and the kitchen was good. Location was great close to town.

Review 75：Nothing! Everything was better than expected :)

Review 76：Perfect location, 5 minutes walk either way to the main town area, or to the warf to visit many outer islands. The staff were the best! So accommodating and friendly, felt like we had known the staff for years!

Review 77：The manager seemed to get irritated with me when she found out that I'd made my own bookings for stuff eg) day tours. She obviously gets a commission for making the bookings.

Review 78：The manager went out of her way to orientate me to my surrounds and things to see and do. The breakfasts were amazing and you can eat them on a patio with a beautiful view of the garden. Its a 10-15 minute pleasant walk along the coast to down town. Feb and March is Monsoon season and when it rains it pours! You dont want to go out in it. The Lodge is a lovely place to hang out during the day. There is always staff there. They go out of their way to be helpful and friendly.

Review 79：A couple of misunderstandings regarding payment and free Internet etc. but the lodge took responsibility for this very nobly. It certainly will pay to email or make some sort of contact before your stay just to make sure everything is understood clearly. Things to look out for are Internet costs and also the currency of payment. Other than this the lodge is a fantastic place to stay

Review 80：Very friendly and helpful staff. Really made us feel welcome into their home and were so eager to please. Had just a couple of issues with miscommunications but Malau lodge took entire responsibility even tho it was most likely the error of booking.com. Would reccomend this place 100% to anyone.

Review 81：From the moment we arrived Selita, Tina and Helen were so friendly and hospitable. The best experience in Tonga. Everything from breakfast, rooms and conversation - top marks. Best place to stay - it really is a home away from home. They made you feel so welcome. I will definitely come back here next time I come to Tonga. I loved my stay in Tonga this was my first visit to Tonga and Malau Lodge made it even more of an Island Paradise experience.

Review 82：The room was perfect for my needs and the staff were friendly and helpful. I highly recommend the Malau Lodge for staying in Tonga. Good proximity to the city.

Review 83：Hard beds but extra pillows solved that!

Review 84：The friendly welcome; the endless help from the owner; the location near to the center of Nukualofa; the mosquito wire over all windows.

Review 85：The staff were friendly and helpful and the meals were superb. The atmosphere relaxing and comfortable. Well worth the cost and centrally located but not too close to the heart of downtown.

Review 86：Everything was all right!

Review 87：The owner was just excellent, helping us all the way through. Breakfast was very good (more than we could eat!), room was spotlessly clean. Would definitely recommend this little B&B to everyone coming to Tonga!

Review 88：Nothing !

Review 89：Great welcoming ! Great breakfast ! Selita is doing her best to help you, find a taxi, talk about the town... Everything was perfect. It is also very clean. We felt like at home !! Thanks !

Review 90：en suite room was not available

Review 91：friendly and helpful staff, discount as room I confirmed was not available

Review 92：Selita was a friendly host and made us more than welcome. Malau lodge was clean and comfortable. We had a great stay, thank you!

Review 93：Staff was great - the room was immaculate - free breakfast every morning!

Review 94：Very friendly and helpful staff. Familial athmosphere. We will come back.

Review 95：the whole experience was great we were well looked after by both staff and the manager. location was great.

Review 96：Good, clean facilies. Friendly staff. Good location off the main Rd and within walking distance from the town centre. Good value for money.

Review 97：Shared bathroom with lodge family

Review 98：Friendly staff Good rooms Close to harbour and city centre

Review 99：Charming rooms. Very good location. Tasty breakfasts, nice atmosphere and service.

Review 100：friendly home atmosphere well equipped kitchen - so 24 hour coffee excellent healthy breakfasts - local fruits closeness to town

Review 101：Selita went out of her way to make sure each guest felt comfortable and had what they needed. The house maids provided a professional service.

Review 102：great location, friendly staff, new building, very clean

Review 103：Staff kindness cleanliness wonderful reception help and informations

Review 104：everything

The Fine Print

Please note that there is a 5% charge when you pay with a Visa or Mastercard credit card.Transfers are available to and from Fua'amotu International Airport. These are charged at USD $30 for up to 4 people, each way. Please inform Malau Lodge in advance if you want to use this service, using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.Please note the property provides 300 MB of free WiFi. Additional WiFi is available for an extra charge of $2.50-$20. For more information please contact the property using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.