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Royal Sunset Island Resort

2.5 star property
Beach location and outdoor pool

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Restaurant
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Beach nearby, scuba diving
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Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Pool
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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Atata Island, Atata Island
  • Royal Palace of Tonga
  • Flea Market
  • Ha'atafu Beach
  • Nuku'alofa (TBU-Fua'amotu Intl.)
    ‪188 min drive‬

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Room options

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Suite, 1 Bedroom (Atata Fale)

  • 774.7 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Family Bungalow, 2 Bedrooms (Fale)

  • 774.7 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 4 Twin Beds

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Standard Bungalow (Western Standard Fale)

  • 344.3 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Basic Bungalow (Budget Fale)

  • 344.3 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Bungalow (Superior Fale)

  • 344.3 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Atata Island

Royal Sunset Island Resort is within the area of Ha'atafu Beach and Centenary Chapel. The 21 rooms at this motel include balconies, refrigerators, and coffee makers.
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Restaurants

  • Seaview Lodge And Restaurant
  • Little Tokyo
  • Cottage Breeze Restaurant
  • Royal Sunset Island Resort Atata Island

About this property

Royal Sunset Island Resort

Beach location and outdoor pool
Royal Sunset Island Resort offers an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and an outdoor tennis court. For transportation, you can make use of an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for TOP 52 per person roundtrip, as well as a ferry terminal shuttle. Front-desk staff can assist with securing valuables, tours or tickets, and luggage storage. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Other amenities at this beach motel include a meeting room, a terrace, and laundry facilities.
Recreational amenities at the motel include an outdoor tennis court and an outdoor pool.

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

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: TOP 10 for adults and TOP 10 for children
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Playground
  • Scuba diving

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Direct access to the beach
  • Garden
  • On the waterfront
  • Terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 11 AM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 9 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests must transfer via boat to the property; guests must contact the property at least 24 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking
This property offers transfers from the ferry terminal (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 9:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for free
  • Food and water bowls are available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately TOP 10 for adults and TOP 10 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: TOP 52 per person (roundtrip)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: TOP 26.00 (one way), (from 1 to 12 years old)

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, 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; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: 11 AM—-9:30 PM
  • Check-out: 9 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee.

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.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit 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. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Royal Sunset Island Resort Atata Island
Royal Sunset Island Resort
Royal Sunset Island Atata Island
Royal Sunset Island
Royal Sunset Island Hotel Tongatapu Island
Royal Sunset Island Tongatapu
Royal Sunset Atata
Royal Sunset Island Resort Motel
Royal Sunset Island Resort Atata Island
Royal Sunset Island Resort Motel Atata Island

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Royal Sunset Island Resort?

Royal Sunset Island Resort offers free cancellation on some room rates. If you'd like to learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What is there to do near Royal Sunset Island Resort?

This motel is located in Atata Island, close to Ha'atafu Beach.

Is there parking available at Royal Sunset Island Resort?

No, there isn't parking available at the motel.

Is there a spa at Royal Sunset Island Resort?

Spa services at the motel include massages.

Does Royal Sunset Island Resort have a casino at the property?

No, Royal Sunset Island Resort doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Royal Sunset Island Resort?

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

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Royal Sunset Island Resort?

This waterfront motel offers many amenities for couples, including in-room massages as well as an outdoor pool and a bar.

Does Royal Sunset Island Resort have a hot tub?

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

Does Royal Sunset Island Resort have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Royal Sunset Island Resort offers continental breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Will Royal Sunset Island Resort allow pets to stay free of charge?

Yes, pets stay free at Royal Sunset Island Resort and the property also provides food and water bowls for pets.

Are there connecting rooms at Royal Sunset Island Resort?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this motel.

Where is the closest airport to Royal Sunset Island Resort?

The closest major airport to Royal Sunset Island Resort is Nuku'alofa (TBU-Fua'amotu Intl.), which is about 14.9 mi away. Another top airport is Eua (EUA), which is around 29.5 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Royal Sunset Island Resort?

Yes, every guestroom at Royal Sunset Island Resort comes with a balcony with some featuring sea views.

Royal Sunset Island Resort Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 34 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 34 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 34 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 34 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 34 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Cheryl

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

Filthy, run down, discriminatory treatment.

We went to the Royal Sunset with 6 of our Tongan young friends who help us at a humanitarian clinic we work in. We are leaving Tonga and wanted to thank them for all they do. We decided to spend the night at the Royal Sunset. The rooms were filthy. The linens were stained and the rooms were unbearably hot. The pool water was brown. Of the 3 kayaks that were available for use, 2 took on water as soon as you pulled them into the ocean. We waited 1 hour and 15 minutes for our lunch and we were served after a group of Caucasian day guests who arrived 45 minutes at the restaurant after we did. Our group was turned away from the snorkelling boat and told to take the next one, even though we were first in line waiting to go. My husband and I just sat and watched in amazement all day as our Tongan young guests were treated to the ultimate in racial discrimination. We left on the 4pm boat going back to Tongapatu and spent a wonderful night at the Tanoa Hotel where our young friends were treated as equal guests to everyone else staying at the resort. Please do not ever go to the Royal Sunset!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We absolutely loved everything! Service from Losa was exceptional!! Please tha k her again from us. Our stay was too short but we definitely will be back again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

6/10 Okay

Champi, San Miguel de Allende

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Amenities
The island is beautiful and the trips to the reef to snorkel were fantastic. the food is average, though there is a chef that is a great cook and we enjoyed the fish with papaya sauce and the Lu Ika. The staff are not very attentive and they could have much more activities going on as it tends to be quite boring after a few days. We kayaked a lot and saw much marine life which was great!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Great location!

We stayed in a beautiful bungalow right on a secluded beach! Bed was comfy and room was clean and modern. Food was good, very basic but good. Only gripe was the service, very slow and a few times what we ordered just never turned up at all.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place, amazing location, staff excellent. Old resort, lots of things are in not good conditions, beach and garden need to be clean, nice food and veryd if you accept all this
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous snorkeling. Beautiful sandy beaches. Good value for money. Expedia needs also to include transfer rates.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful part of the world. You are on a stunning island, with a beautiful beach steps from your accomodation. So relaxing and stunning to wake up to every morning.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 12 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

KG, New Zealand

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Is your basic resort but with great extras like daily boat trips to snorkel(even on a Sunday), kayaks, and paddle board all included.. A wonderful place to just chill out or hang for a day or two. Sunset is sorta it. Pool is basic but good and great beaches.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful location with exceptional beaches and views. The staff were friendly and helpful and went above and beyond to make our stay enjoyable. Excellent Food
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
staff are friendly and helpful, the facility is good, highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

good stay

good
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

good

all good
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Beach at your doorstep - great safe family friendly holiday. Kayaks and snorkeling free. The village experience is special if you want a real feel for everyday living for many people.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018

8/10 Good

Trina, New Zealand

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay here. Lovely Tongan people. Food was great. We were the only guest staying for the first night. Our Fale was nice but the single bed wasn't. Its a shame too see so much rubbish on the beach. But I definitely had a lovely holiday there. :-)
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018

8/10 Good

Iryna

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

Location is amazing

My husband and I stay at the resort for 5 nights. Our bungalow only 25 metres from the water. We had a large seated veranda with a bench to dry our swim gears and clothes line. Just a few metres into the sea off the beach sand the line of sea grass begins. Plenty of canoes and boards to paddle out on the lagoon. At 2:30pm each afternoon there was the option to go out by boat to a nearby reef for snorkelling. Went off to a different and interesting spot each day. No sign of any life jackets on board. The included breakfast is quite adequate. Plenty of cereals and fruit, toast and cuppas. Dinner courses served up on cold plates - never good. Deep fried food is often rather bland with not much flavour. Caesar Salad was not what it is traditionally supposed to be. Restaurant menu contents only 2 entrees, two mains and two deserts (both being with ice cream), but they are ready to meet your needs if you want something different. So just ask for what you would like if it is not on the menu. With a change in chef later in our week the dinners greatly improved. Recorded music was very relaxing in bar / lounge (at the wi-fi hotspot). In the evenings we were treated to a delightful singing boy-band trio. Staff are very friendly. Great to witness the spectacular evening sunsets and fiery golden clouds over the western ocean. Just sit in your beach lounger and relax. Happy to come here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a fabulous time at Royal Sunset. Great for families, friendly staff and a relaxed atmosphere which is a exactly what we were after. We plan to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

N, Auckland

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

Great fale, perfect island location

Everything you could ask for in an "island paradise "get-a-away" ...
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Great location

Rooms on the beach with great views. Staff were really friendly and helpful and the added advantage of being able to take the ferry back to the mainland if you wanted to do a day visit. Most relaxing and restful holiday.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Orsi, New Zealand

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

Dream Honeymoon destination, will go back!

We spent 9 days on the Atata island, went there off season, and we had the whole island just for ourselves. They upgraded our fale for free to a beachfront one, we loved it so much! The food was delicious for a good price ($8-9 for a lunch, we could have dinner from the lunch menu as well). Our daily schedule was the following: breakfast, snorkeling in the morning, lunch, kayaking in the afternoon, dinner, sleep... for 9 days, and the island is so beautiful, the reef is so close we didn't get bored! People were very friendly, we visited the village twice, and learned a lot about Tongan culture. We will definitely go back.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2018

8/10 Good

Yuan

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

Peaceful Resort

A really great stay. The island is about 30min from Nukualofa and seems a world away. We went in low season and only had one other person sleeping at the resort so we had the run of the facilities. The food at the restaurant was a bit limited due to the small amount of people there but were flexible in trying to give us a choice of different meals. Service was very good and we the got in some very nice snorkeling just two minutes boat ride from the island.

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

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

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Lovely beachside location but I think the cost was higher than it should have been for a hotel of this basic standard. My shower didn't work properly.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2017

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