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Emerald Hotel

3.5 star property
Beach hotel in Nuku'alofa with restaurant, bar/lounge

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Nestled by the ocean, Emerald Hotel offers a serene escape with an on-site playground and Asian cuisine at Emerald Restaurant. Unwind in the bar or take advantage of bike rentals to explore nearby attractions. The helpful staff has left a lasting impression on previous guests.

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free parking
  • Restaurant

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Room service
  • Meeting rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Air conditioning
  • Front desk safe
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Multilingual staff
  • Concierge services
  • Gift shops/newsstands

Feel at home (6)

  • Playground on-site
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate sitting area
  • Premium TV channels
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities

Room options

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Premium bedding, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing

Deluxe King Room, Downstairs, Garden View

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing

Deluxe King Room, Sea View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Rainfall showerhead
  • 22 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe King Room, Upstairs, Garden View

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing

Deluxe Twin Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Executive Mini Suite Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
Vuna Road, Nuku'alofa, Tongatapu

What's nearby

  • Talamahu Market - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Basilica of St Anthony of Padua - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Royal Tombs - 14 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Royal Palace of Tonga - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Interisland Ferry Terminal - 3 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Nuku'alofa (TBU-Fua'amotu Intl.) - 42 min drive
  • Eua (EUA) - 22.7 miles/36.6 km
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Friends Cafe - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Leiola Downtown Cafe - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Billfish Bar and Restaurant - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪The Top Restaurant And Lounge - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Waterfront Coffee - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Emerald Hotel

Situated by the ocean, Emerald Hotel is a great choice for a stay in Nuku'alofa. Guests looking for a bite to eat can visit Emerald Restaurant., which serves Asian cuisine. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 20 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the 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
    • The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
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Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle (available 24 hours)*
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Other information

    • Designated smoking area (fines apply)

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Room service (limited hours)

Travelling with children

  • Playground

What to do

  • Whale watching nearby

Working away

  • Meeting rooms

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Bike hire

Facilities

  • Built in 2011
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Television in common areas
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Handrails in stairwells
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 42-inch LCD TV
  • Premium digital channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Slippers
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Blackout curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Turndown service
  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall shower heads
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Local maps

Special features

Dining

Emerald Restaurant. – This restaurant specialises in Asian cuisine.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 25.00 per person
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 25 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in between 10:00 PM and 6:30 AM can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 25
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

  • Cots/infant beds are available for USD 25.0 per stay
  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 35.0 per day

Policies

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.
This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Included WiFi is limited to 100 MB per guestroom, per stay. A surcharge applies for additional usage.

Also known as

Emerald Hotel Nuku Alofa
Emerald Nuku Alofa
Emerald Hotel Hotel
Emerald Hotel Nuku'alofa
Emerald Hotel Hotel Nuku'alofa

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at Emerald Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Emerald Hotel?

Yes, there's free self parking.

Is an airport shuttle service offered by Emerald Hotel?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 25.00 per person.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Emerald Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. There's a charge of USD 25 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability).

Are there restaurants at or near Emerald Hotel?

Yes, Emerald Restaurant. offers Asian cuisine.

What's the area around Emerald Hotel like?

Emerald Hotel is located on the waterfront, a short 6-minute walk from Talamahu Market and 14 minutes' walk from Royal Palace of Tonga.

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Reviews

Emerald Hotel Reviews

7.0

Good

6.6

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

8.2

Staff & service

6.4

Eco-friendliness

6.4

Property conditions & facilities

Popular mentions

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Location
Weather
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Reviews

6/10 Good

Friendly staff and very helpful
sin yan, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay!

Great stay!
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff was super friendly bith at the front desk and the restaurant!
Siaosi, 7-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff and excellent service
Ilaiasi Lelei, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

My booking was for a garden view room & I was pleasantly surprised upon check in to find that I had been upgraded to the sea view room, what a lovely notion that was! Th
KALOLAINE, 5-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good central location and while the rooms are dated the staff and team there were very friendly and helpful.
Hopati, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great location

10/10 Exceptional

The owner is really nice and helped us a lot. The chinese restaurant aside is really good as well.
Mauricio, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great taxi service from and to the airport! Hotelroom was clean and beds were comfy! Breakfast was basic but still enough for the start of the day.
Nancy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff, including the restaurant are excellent. I can't say enough of the warm hospitality that was offered me throughout my 2 week stay. The hotel is well situated to lively nightime food options, walking along the waterfront, and close to town. The hotel is a little tired, but it also had its charm. Do yourself a favour and book one of the rooms facing the water - evenings on the patio taking in the ambiance are well worth the few extra $$ (versus a room with no balcony). Will definately go back to the Emerald. Thanks to the staff - wonderful!
Michael van, 14-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Rooms are big and in walking distance to the main business centers. Staff at the reception was very friendly and helpful.
Akosita, 3-night trip

4/10 Fair

Too outdated hotel.

Hotel room is too outdated and old,some lighting no works,matress was uncomfortable, you can feel mattress springs easily. Buffet Breakfast reminder me my military service when we was on combat zone! It is just 2 slice toast,one spoon jam,one piece of fruit and one smal cap of coffee!only thing was good about Staff,they been so friendly and welcoming.
5-night trip

8/10 Very good

I liked the sea view Room, good location. Restaurant is open on Sundays . Overall enjoyed my stay .
Rajesh, 8-night trip

6/10 Good

This place is in a great location and has so much old world charm that it could be a great hotel. But it's run down, lots of broken things, and not clean enough for most Americans.
Dawn, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

The mattress is not so fantastic (old and makes a lot of noise) and cleaning is not done routinely. They clean only on request. This is contrary to my experience in the hotels back home in Nigeria, where cleaning is routine.
Bennett, 3-night trip

4/10 Fair

I booked a ground floor room but didnt get it, the fridg was on the floor and it was rust only one chair next to the table one curtain which didn't cover the window, Broken shower door and broken toilet roll holder
Susan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great staff

It was great. Staff was very accommodating and helpful with airport shuttle and room while staying as a solo traveler for a short amount of time in Tonga. Would recommend
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

My daughter & I really enjoyed our stay at the Emerald. The staff were very friendly, the Asian meal from their restaurant was v nice & it was worth while paying extra for the ocean view room
Sue, 3-night trip

6/10 Good

They need to improve their breakfast as it gets too monotonous and boring after a couple of days
Aneth, 7-night trip

6/10 Good

Located next to the seaside but in need of refurbishment
Vikas, 13-night trip

8/10 Very good

Staff was very friendly, welcoming and helpful. The A/C in the room was wonderful because it was really hot outside. The room was also very spacious. The WiFi however was weak and would go on and off. There is a Chinese restaurant downstairs for convenience and other shops and downtown are within walking distance.
Ashley, 3-night trip

4/10 Fair

Good View. That's all.

Overall, I do not recommend this hotel for your stay. Yes, ocean view is wonderful. That's all. Other points are not worth with its price. You should check other hotels, even if this hotel is cheaper than others. It is clean, but equipments are old enough. This hotel seems to be owned by Chinese, there are many items from China, including restaurant. Breakfast is toast with butter and jam, boiled egg, fruits, coffee/tea: too simple for the price. You should not order taxi from front: (one of )the driver seems to be a relative of receptionist, not a taxi driver. It costs 70 TOP, seems higher than usual taxi fee. The driver always use one's cellphone, sometimes without holding steering! When we arrived at the airport, the driver said nothing (such as "here we are" "thank you" "see you") and doesn't get out of the car to help luggages; just received money.
Kingsize bedroom
Ocean view is best!
Bathroom
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I like their service also place is clean and everything perfect to me thank you Emrald boss and staff for doing good job l love it .
Mele, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Some of the reviews were pretty terrible so was not expecting much from this hotel. However, we had a great room, clean linen, hot water and a working tv, Aircon and kettle! Plus the breakfast was pretty good too! I was more than happy!
Deirdre, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Staff were lovely, and attentive, and tried their best to accomodate. Reception wasn’t really helpful at times, but the cleaning staff and dining staff were. Breakfast was delicious!
Karen, 2-night trip