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Emerald Hotel

3.5 star property
This oceanfront retreat combines relaxation with practical perks - from Asian cuisine with ocean views to bike rentals that make exploring the area effortless

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The Emerald Hotel, right on the ocean, offers a peaceful getaway with a playground for families. Enjoy Asian dishes at the Emerald Restaurant, relax with drinks at the bar, or borrow bikes to explore. Guests praise the attentive staff.

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Laundry

Room options

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Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Deluxe King Room, Downstairs, Garden View

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe King Room, Sea View | Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, 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 drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Rainfall showerhead
  • 237 sq ft
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Deluxe King Room, Upstairs, Garden View

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Twin Room | Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Deluxe Twin Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Executive Mini Suite Sea View | Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Executive Mini Suite Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
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About the neighborhood

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

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
  • ‪Evergreen Chinese - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Emerald Hotel

Hotel by the ocean
A playground, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a bar are just a few of the amenities provided at Emerald Hotel. The on-site restaurant, Emerald Restaurant., features Asian cuisine. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Bike rentals, a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and concierge services
  • A banquet hall, free newspapers, and a front-desk safe
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Emerald Hotel feature perks such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like separate sitting areas and sound-insulated walls.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and free toiletries
  • 42-inch LCD TVs with premium channels
  • Separate sitting areas, electric kettles, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Emerald Restaurant.

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Playground
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • On the waterfront

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2011
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LCD TV with premium digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 25
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: USD 25 for check-in between 10:00 PM and 6:30 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 35.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 25.0 per stay

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 25.00 per person
  • Early check-in fee: USD 25 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee: USD 25 for check-in between 10:00 PM and 6:30 AM
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 25.0 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 35.0 per day

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, 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 and cash
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
Included WiFi is limited to 100 MB per guestroom, per stay. A surcharge applies for additional usage.

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Emerald Hotel Tonga
Emerald Tonga
Emerald Hotel Nukualofa
Emerald Nukualofa
Emerald Hotel Nuku Alofa
Emerald Nuku Alofa
Emerald Hotel Nuku'alofa
Emerald Nuku'alofa
Emerald Hotel Hotel
Emerald Hotel Nuku'alofa
Emerald Hotel Hotel Nuku'alofa

Frequently asked questions

Is Emerald Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Emerald Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 25 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available from 10:00 PM– 6:30 AM for a fee of USD 25.

What time is check-out at Emerald Hotel?

Check-out is at 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Emerald Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of USD 25.00 per person applies.

Where is Emerald Hotel located?

Located in the heart of Nuku'alofa, this beach hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Talamahu Market, Basilica of St Anthony of Padua, and Royal Palace of Tonga. Royal Tombs and Centenary Chapel are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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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
Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 132 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 35 out of 132 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 32 out of 132 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 132 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 132 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Eileen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Emerald Hotel was a lovely place to stay. Those who worked there were so kind and friendly. We loved our stay. A special thanks to Nai on the reception.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

sin yan

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Friendly staff and very helpful
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Staff & service
The staff here are amazing and go above and beyond to help solve any issues, close to downtown and market, lots withing walking distance, on the waterfront
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Great stay!

Great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Siaosi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was super friendly bith at the front desk and the restaurant!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ilaiasi Lelei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and excellent service
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Kalo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location

8/10 Good

Hopati

Liked: Staff & service
Good central location and while the rooms are dated the staff and team there were very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

KALOLAINE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mauricio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The owner is really nice and helped us a lot. The chinese restaurant aside is really good as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Akosita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms are big and in walking distance to the main business centers. Staff at the reception was very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael van

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Rajesh

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
I liked the sea view Room, good location. Restaurant is open on Sundays . Overall enjoyed my stay .
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Noni

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was disappointed with my stay at the Emerald hotel. The cost was fairly expensive compared with staying in NZ…but the room, service and breakfast were poor. The bathroom was not clean…towels were grubby…towels were not in the room when arriving after midnight nor was milk for a cup of tea. Floor in shower was dangerously slippery for elderly folks. Tv took 30 minutes to connect and get going…next night it did not go again as it was not explained a different tuning was needed. Communication on many such points was poor or non existent. The continental breakfast was poor…2 pieces of white toast lump of jam. 2 pieces of fruit. 2 boiled eggs….EVERY DAY…not good for competitive athletes…no cook to provide alternatives. Office lady was friendly and helped carry heavy bag upstairs.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Dawn

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

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

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.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

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
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Bennett

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

4/10 Poor

Susan

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Vikas

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Located next to the seaside but in need of refurbishment
Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Aneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
They need to improve their breakfast as it gets too monotonous and boring after a couple of days
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mele

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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 .
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023