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Return to Paradise Resort and Spa

4.0 star property

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4 outdoor pools, sun loungers
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Exterior
Lunch and dinner served, beach views
Lunch and dinner served, beach views

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Bar
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
$189
includes taxes & fees
Dec 9 - Dec 10

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Lefaga, Matautu
  • Place, Return to Paradise Beach
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Apia Park
    ‪45 min drive‬
  • Place, Robert Louis Stevenson Museum
    ‪46 min drive‬
  • Airport, Apia (APW-Faleolo Intl.)
    ‪40 min drive‬

Room options

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Beachfront Suite | Terrace/patio

Beachfront Suite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Three Bedroom Garden Villa

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1066 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 9
  • 3 King Beds and 2 Twin Beds

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Fridge, electric kettle

Two Bedroom Beachfront Villa

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1001 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Twin Bed

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Presidential Suite

  • 1001 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds OR 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Beachfront Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Beachfront Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Balcony

Three Bedroom Beachfront Villa

  • 1184 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 9
  • 3 King Beds OR 3 Double Beds and 1 Twin Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Two Bedroom Garden Villa

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1001 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Garden View | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Garden View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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About this property

Return to Paradise Resort and Spa

4-star Matautu hotel with restaurant
At Return to Paradise Resort and Spa, relax by one of the 4 outdoor swimming pools or spend the day at the beach where you can enjoy snorkeling.
Return to Paradise Resort and Spa offers 115 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. These individually furnished accommodations include desks. Beds feature premium bedding. 31-inch LED televisions come with premium cable channels.

Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This Matautu hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is provided daily.

4 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool. Other recreational amenities include a fitness center.

Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Return to Paradise Resort and Spa features 4 outdoor swimming pools, a fitness center, and a children's pool. Dining options at the hotel include a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe. A bar/lounge is on site where guests can unwind with a drink. Wireless Internet access is complimentary.

This 4-star property offers access to a business center and a meeting room. This beach hotel also offers a library, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance. For a surcharge, the property provides an area shuttle within 3 kilometers and a shuttle from the airport to the hotel (available 24 hours). Complimentary self parking is available on site.

Return to Paradise Resort and Spa has designated areas for smoking.

Buffet breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.
Paradise Kitchen - This beachfront restaurant serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available.
Rockpool Bar - This beachfront bar serves lunch, dinner, and light fare. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). Happy hour is offered. Open daily.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour airport pick-up shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 3 km
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)
  • Theme park shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: NZD 27 for adults and NZD 13.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Paradise Kitchen
  • Rockpool Bar

Things to do

  • 4 outdoor pools
  • Beach volleyball
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Children's pool
  • Gym
  • Library
  • Snorkeling

Family friendly

  • 4 outdoor pools
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Manicures/pedicures

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2014
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 31-inch LED TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: NZD 60
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: NZD 60

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the ferry terminal and airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
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 at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
This property offers airport shuttle pickup service from Faleolo International Airport only.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 100.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately NZD 27 for adults and NZD 13.50 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: NZD 40 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: NZD 20 (from 3 to 11 years old)
  • Early check-in fee: NZD 60 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: NZD 60 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 100.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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 cribs/infant beds, rollaway/extra beds, and access to the public bathing facility
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Parties and events are allowed on site
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision

Property is also known as

Return Paradise Resort Matautu
Return Paradise Matautu
Return to Paradise Resort Spa
Return to Paradise Resort Spa
Return To Paradise Spa Matautu
Return to Paradise Resort and Spa Hotel
Return to Paradise Resort and Spa Matautu
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Return to Paradise Resort and Spa Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 243 out of 430 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 122 out of 430 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 39 out of 430 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 430 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 430 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Ian

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Debbie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff were caring and attentive, food was ok but not 4 star quality. Rooms were basic and in need of renovation. No shower curtain and on 2 occasions there was no hot water for showers. Air con was a welcomed relief.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place beautiful people
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Rochelle

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
I really loved our garden room - spacious and clean. The facilities were great too - we enjoyed attending the Fathers Day church service. The snorkeling was good out the front of the resort for about 90 minutes either side of low tide. We used the table tennis and pool tables too. Unfortunately the only downside were the reception staff who appeared jaded 😕 Unfortunately there was some confusion about happy hour times depending on which printout you read, limited snorkels, and no USB movies. All these were understandable but it was the attitude of the staff that was the most disappointing aspect for me.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brooke

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful snorkeling right out the front of the resort and along the side of the resort. The best number of fish we've ever seen snorkeling . Water is crystal clear. Coral is also beautiful. The Giant clam sanctuary is within pushriding distance (30 tala each for half day hire from the resort which was cheaper than the 120 tala tour the resort charges). Clam santuary was 20 tala each to enter. Not many activities offered at the resort but plenty of tours. Perfect place to sit by the ocean, read and relax. Tours are expensive through the resort- we hired taxi and visited all the places we wanted to go to. Taxis are set by government so easy and reliable to get the resort to book. Eg taxi from international airport to resort was 70 tala instead of paying 63 tala each for the shuttle. Overall, we LOVED our stay. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Gerard

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Saturday evening cultural performance was entertaining. Location and beach setting was awesome. Gym was clean and modern.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Great people, beautiful spot
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lance

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Looked the friendly staff and great location
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely setting, friendly staff, one of the bar men was an amazing singer at the karaoke night
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing views which ever way you looked! Waterfront at breakfast was super and the staff were so friendly and welcoming! Head
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Gregory

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

pricey food but beautiful location

not great value or quality food but the location is great and the staff are lovely
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Kathryn Jane

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our holiday in paradise was truly unforgettable, with the staff being incredibly friendly and the day tours exceeding our expectations. However, there was one minor issue - the shower in our room needed better temperature and pressure control.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vicki-Leigh

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved that we could support 100% local staying here and all the staff were friendly and attentive. It was also so quiet even though there were many people staying! Felt like we were staying in a wee village vs a hotel resort which was perfect for us. Good food, clean newsish rooms (including the best hotel bed and pillow I've ever had) and great beach access for flicking between the pool and the ocean!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Igor

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay at Return To Paradise was amazing. The resort was full but never felt busy or crowded. It was truely like staying in our own private paradise. I think my daughter has a crush on everyone in the Saturday cultural performance. They are all so talented!!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leah Ngaurupa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were a family of adults and a teenager. We loved the family atmosphere in the resort and among staff. The villa was great and exceeded our expectations. The fully equipped kitchen worked well with us also having a hire car to get about and do a bit of shopping. The staff were always helpful and many genuinely seemed to enjoy their job and it showed in their smiles and happiness to help. The evening shows were terrific. The food was good - generally nice simple dishes and we loved the fresh raw fish. The resort catered well towards families and this seemed to generally be reflective of the guests staying (didn't notice any high-end guests or drunken young ones). The beach is nice - small but big enough for the number of guests on-site. We loved the remote jungle beachside location rather than being in an urban area. The back story of the resort being built by the local villages is amazing and shows in the reciprocal support they show each other. The snorkelling was great (coming from a novice in snorkelling). We were crazy enough to use the gym a couple of times - it's small as expected but has plenty of modern equipment in an airconditioned room. We did have some issues with Aircon in our room leaking and plumbing problems but we weren't going to let these minor problems get in the way of a good holiday. There's an ATM in reception which helped us to avoid credit card fees. They don't stock sunscreen in the resort shop so bring plenty! Pretty cocktail options would be good
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Nayte

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
The people and location make this resort. The staff and owners are really really fantastic and the beach is second to none. The villa was really good. The downside was the private garden-view bedroom. This was very mouldy and lots of mildew which was quite difficult for my partner with asthma.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cherie

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Sumaira

Traveled with family
One of the most gorgeous beaches with lovely snorkeling job.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Kerry, Valley view

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Return to paradise really is a beautiful place. It is remote but easy to get transport if need anything. Down side were charges that shouldnt be on bill so its good to check daily. To resolve. We had missing charges and extra charges we didnt have. Massgae lady Va is superb. Manicure was poor and not what stated. The lady knew she didnt provide full service. They confirmed and advised would update the billing sheet. At paying bill they hadnt updated as promised, so that was issue at paying the bill. Lady at desk handled it extremely well considering unable to verbally verify. She only by her sheet. We had write a note of what happened. Room service were very lovely and more than happy to help with any requests. Place is indded a place of relaxation and rejuventuon and things to do if you wish.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jim, Federal way

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice property. Property was great. Was disappointed in the lack or no WiFi and TV never worked.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Hala

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Peaceful with wonderful sea and good local entertainment.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Graeme

Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Lorraine

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff was very friendly, welcoming and helpful. Our party of five loved our dinners, although the breakfast on the first day was disappointing as we were late getting there and the options were limited. Beautiful white sandy beach, perfect for sun bathing. My only criticism was the couch seating on my deck which was not inviting as covered in black spots, maybe mould. We all really enjoyed our two day stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025