Dave Parker's Eco Lodge

Property class: 2.5

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A swimming pool with a clear view of the ocean, surrounded by palm trees and outdoor seating.
A natural landscape with a small waterfall, dense greenery, and a red structure in the background.
A covered outdoor area with a tiled floor, white railings, and red plastic chairs.
A spacious living area with a sofa, a small table, and a bed with a floral bedspread. There are large windows with curtains, a fan, and a view of greenery outside.
An aerial view of a property with two buildings, surrounded by dense greenery.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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Tapatapao Road, Apia
  • Place, Faleata Golf Course
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Fugalei Fresh Produce Market
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Place, Fish Market
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Airport, Apia (APW-Faleolo Intl.)
    ‪43 min drive‬

Room options

Hilltop Lodge

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Ocean view
  • 270 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Hilltop Lodge with Aircon

  • Mountain view
  • 270 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Hilltop Studio

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Hilltop Studio with Aircon

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Balcony Views with Aircon

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 270 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Double Room, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 366 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Premium Triple Room, Air conditioning, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 753 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Apia

Dave Parker's Eco Lodge places you 7.2 mi (11.6 km) from Fugalei Fresh Produce Market and 7.7 mi (12.4 km) from Fish Market. This 10-room lodge welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Faleata Golf Course - 12 min drive - 4.6 miles
  • Fugalei Fresh Produce Market - 18 min drive - 9.0 miles
  • Fish Market - 19 min drive - 9.4 miles
  • Falemataaga – The Museum of Samoa - 19 min drive - 9.4 miles
  • Robert Louis Stevenson Museum - 25 min drive - 12.0 miles

Getting around

  • Apia (FGI-Fagali'i) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Home Cafe - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Bistro Tatau Restaurant - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Georgies Pizza - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪The Curry House - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Tang Cheng Restaurant - ‬14 min drive

About this property

Dave Parker's Eco Lodge

Dave Parker's Eco Lodge features an outdoor pool, WiFi in public areas, and microwave in a common area. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle for a fee. Front-desk staff can answer questions 24/7, and assist with dry cleaning/laundry, luggage storage, and tours or tickets. Additional amenities include a free grocery shopping service, a library, and a terrace.
Guests can expect to find WiFi. Other standard amenities include desks and local meal delivery service.
Recreational amenities at the lodge include an outdoor pool.

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

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (USD 3.50 per hour)
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (USD 3.50 per hour)

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: USD 7.50 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Cloud 9

Things to do

  • Bicycle tours
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Books
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Free grocery shopping service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • In the mountains
  • On a river
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Locally sourced food prioritized
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets provided

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Meal delivery service

More

  • Desk
  • Laundry detergent
  • Mobile key entry
  • Recycling
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available

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

Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from November 1 2026 to December 31 2027 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Dining venue(s)
  • Exterior
  • Front desk
  • Hallway
  • Lobby
Renovation work will only be conducted during business hours. Every effort will be made to minimize noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • This property doesn't allow children 12 and younger (only guests older than 12 are allowed)

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 7.50 per person
  • Fee for in-room wireless internet: USD 3.50 per hour (rates may vary)
  • Fee for wireless internet in public areas: USD 3.50 per hour (rates may vary)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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 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 reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (fees apply). Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • 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, 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.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit or credit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • Long-term renters welcome.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Dave Parker's Eco Lodge Apia
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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Dave Parker's Eco Lodge?

Dave Parker's Eco Lodge provides free cancellation on some room rates. For specific requirements, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to see near Dave Parker's Eco Lodge?

This lodge is located in Apia, close to Faleata Golf Course, Robert Louis Stevenson Museum, and Fugalei Fresh Produce Market. Lake Lanoto'o is also within a driving distance of 4.1 mi.

Is parking available on site at Dave Parker's Eco Lodge?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the lodge.

Does Dave Parker's Eco Lodge feature a casino?

No, Dave Parker's Eco Lodge doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Dave Parker's Eco Lodge?

No, this lodge doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

What do couples enjoy most about Dave Parker's Eco Lodge?

This riverfront lodge offers plenty of amenities for couples including a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and a bar/lounge.

Are there hot tubs at Dave Parker's Eco Lodge?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this lodge.

Does Dave Parker's Eco Lodge have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Dave Parker's Eco Lodge serves a full breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Cloud 9.

Will Dave Parker's Eco Lodge allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Dave Parker's Eco Lodge.

Are there connecting rooms at Dave Parker's Eco Lodge?

No, this lodge doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from Dave Parker's Eco Lodge?

The closest major airport to Dave Parker's Eco Lodge is Apia (FGI-Fagali'i), which is 9.6 mi away (40 minutes by car). Another top airport is Faleolo International Airport (APW), which is located 17.5 mi away (43-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Dave Parker's Eco Lodge?

Yes, some guestrooms at this lodge offer either a balcony and a patio where guests can enjoy ocean and mountain views.

Dave Parker's Eco Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 71 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 71 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 71 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 71 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 71 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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The best place ever!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Enjoyed my stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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4/10 Poor

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The view and setting was great, and the beer and chips reasonably priced. The room was a concrete cell, with a lot of midges which were harmless. No free WiFi. Plumbing challenges mean mystery water splashes on the deck after upstairs flushes. On-property attractions like the river pools un-signposted so hard to find. No shampoo. Not terrible, but poor at the price point.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The customer service drom rhe staff was amazing.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room with bathroom, fridge and tea/coffee making facilities.
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Really amazing view, staff really friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dave Parker Lodge is an amazing place to stay. The scenery and views to the coast are spectacular. The staff are very friendly and helpful and meals good. Although we had trouble finding the place, it is really worth the visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Spacious comfortable room with basic kitchenette, balcony with great views. Surrounding gardens beautiful. Quiet location. Lovely river to swim in at the bottom of the property. Small pool. Great hosts. We would definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lita the owner was in every way shape and form an incredibly gracious host. We arrived exhausted and burnt out after trekking in from Aufaga and we were at our lowest when she greeted us happily and after looking over our reservations, getting our rooms was no hassle at all. Lita even upgraded my room to an aircon room free of charge just because. She was so kind. There was one day I had to walk up the hill because our rental car couldn't handle the weight of 3 of us and our luggage and she stopped on her way to town, turned around, picked me up in her car and drove me back up the hill no questions asked. She saw how exhausted i was and like a literal angel rescued me again lol. Their laundry service was such a blessing as we didn't have a ton of time on our hands to run into town and do it ourselves but her staff handled it and got all my items back to me clean and ready to go in no time. If it's up to me I will come back and stay here every single time I am in Apia for any future visits. Nothing beats coming back at the end of a long day out in the heat and hustle and bustle and having a clean safe room to rest and recharge in 💯 P.S you really CANNOT beat the view from the deck or the beautiful waterfall you can swim near. This place is paradise ✨️ 😍
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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It was a wonderful place to spend our first 3 days in Samoa so restful and cool up in the hills. The views were marvellous. Had plenty of space in our room. We would definitely go again if in Samoa.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful staff. Lovely food and cheaper than most places. Thanks Lolita formaking us feel at home
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

A Stay In the Mountains

Very helpful staff. Great view and nice to be out of the heat and noise of the city. I enjoyed walking around on the property and swimming in the pool. The Sunday meal cooked in the umu was excellent.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a wonderful place to stay in the hills away from the city. The location is amazing with an incredible view over to the bay. We were made to feel welcome and valued as guests and could not speak more highly of Lolita and her team who were all very accommodating and helpful to us being first time visitors to Samoa. We would highly recommend a stay here and will certainly be doing so again when we return. Thank you Lolita!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Definitely Million Dollar Views just priceless large rooms could not recommend enough perhaps what may put people off is it bush location but Definitely worth it
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely location in the hills above Apia with beautiful views of the area and sea. Wonderful staff. Special Umu preparation and meal on Sunday. Cooler than the lowlands but also has a wonderfully refreshing pool.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We really enjoyed our stay. Lolita was an exceptional host who made us feel very welcome. Rooms are basic but clean. Views are second to none. Absolute no-brainer for the travelling birder with many of my targets seen on the property. Suitable for anyone seeking a quiet relaxing stay in Samoa. Highly recommend the Sunday traditional Samoan lunch.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Wonder of Nature! Great place to unwind and take in the stunning and fantastic views, the birds, forest and Malama's beautiful gardens. The staff were amazing, very friendly, welcoming and always willing to help. Service and food were good too. one of the highlights was the Sunday umu demonstration by Losi, Laa, Lili and Tusi, highly recommended. Huge thank you Lita, Malama, Dave and the team, we had a great stay and will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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The spot was true to its Million Dollar view. So beautiful. Staff were very helpful and friendly. Thank you so much for a lovely experience. Highly recommend this to everyone.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
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8/10 Good

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The owners are lovely, the view of the jungle, the city and the ocean are fantastic. The room was well vented as we didn't need air con. The rooms are dated and need a deeper clean, but excellent value for what you pay for. If you don't mind being twenty-plus minutes from the city and remote, this is a gem
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Not good for those that have Fear panic attacks
Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay at Dave Parker Eco resort was just lovely. We didn't really want to leave. Its quiet position, proximity to Apia and daily runs into town are what attracted us, but what we got was so much more. We were welcomed with smiles and information. Any question answered with local knowledge and advice. Being included in the umu on Sunday was a real highlight and felt we were part of the family. Thank you to all, we loved it
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really love staying at Dave Parker's EcoLodge Hotel. This was my second time, and I really enjoyed my time there. They've made some improvements in the six months between visits and now include a handy information sheet on basic Samoan phrases for guests new to Samoa. They also clearly indicate that meals are by request, which was initially confusing on my first stay. I love coming back to Dave's because it is quiet and set in stunning nature. Staff are friendly and helpful, and take time to chat with you, especially if you are looking a little lost and uncertain. I highly recommend staying here. Fa'afetai lava!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We stayed 3 nights @ Dave Parkers Eco Lodge. The lodge is located on a mountain with wonderful views of the City of Apia & Ocean, surrounded by lush green forest, flowers and trees. The Lodge is secluded and quite. Great place if you want to chill out and relax but not convenient if you are interested in doing tours or coming into Apia everyday. But they do provide shuttle 5/6 days a week, leaving @ 8:30am and returning @ 3:00PM. The lodge is outdated. It has a small 22" TV on the wall, 1 Queen bed, which as OK. Balcony is not very useful. It is only about 3 feet wide, with 6" wooden railings, barely enough to squeeze a chair. But be careful of the Warps nets in the Wooden railing. 5 mins of arriving there, Bobby was stung by a Warp that had a large nest in the Wooden railings. We never went back out on the Balcony again. There are no bus services so either a car rental or arrange a Transfer in advance is best. Breakfast has two options... eggs & toast or pancakes. I asked for omelettes but the cook was not able to accommodate that. We had paid for breakfast in advance but it was added to our bill at checkout again. But Lolita, onsite Manager was able to credit us when I brought this to her attention. There is a small pool, we did not use it. Since Water is pumped up, buying drinking water is best. Lolita was wonderful. She is full of local information and she drives guests to town and pick them up. Lolita made our stay so much more enjoyable. We did check out a day early.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and nice view of the Apia town and fresth air.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2020