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Return to Paradise Resort and Spa

4.0 star property
Family-friendly beachfront hotel with 4 outdoor pools

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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

Explore the area

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Lefaga, Matautu
  • Place, Return to Paradise Beach
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Salamumu Beach
  • Place, Giant Clam Sanctuary
    ‪7 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 | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished

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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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished

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 | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished

Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Garden View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Matautu

On the beach.You'll be within 12 miles (20 km) of Salamumu Beach and 25 miles (40 km) of Apia Park. Robert Louis Stevenson Museum and To-Sua Ocean Trench are also within 32 miles (52 km).

What's nearby

  • Return to Paradise Beach - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Giant Clam Sanctuary - 7 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Faleata Golf Course - 35 min drive - 20.7 miles
  • Apia Park - 45 min drive - 26.4 miles
  • Robert Louis Stevenson Museum - 46 min drive - 27.4 miles

Getting around

  • Faleolo International Airport (APW) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Faimafili Restaurant - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Return to Paradise Resort and Spa

Family-friendly beachfront hotel with 4 outdoor pools
As a guest of Return to Paradise Resort and Spa, you'll find 4 outdoor swimming pools, a fitness center, and a children's pool. Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a business center and a meeting room. A library, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the family-friendly Return to Paradise Resort and Spa. An area shuttle within 3 kilometers and a shuttle from the airport to the hotel (available 24 hours) are available for a fee. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Matautu hotel.

  • 115 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 2014
  • Supervised childcare (surcharge)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Conference center
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
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.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

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

Things to do

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

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 31-inch LED TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

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
This property offers airport shuttle pickup service from Faleolo International Airport only.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 12 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 100.0 per day.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • 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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    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. 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 Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. Parties and events are allowed on site. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • One child 12 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.

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
Return to Paradise Resort and Spa Hotel Matautu

Frequently asked questions

How close is Return to Paradise Resort and Spa to the airport?

Return to Paradise Resort and Spa is 14.4 mi (25-min drive) away from the Faleolo International Airport (APW) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Return to Paradise Resort and Spa?

As of Oct 18, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Return to Paradise Resort and Spa on Oct 19, 2025 start from $126.97, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Return to Paradise Resort and Spa have an airport shuttle?

Return to Paradise Resort and Spa offers a shuttle from the airport to the hotel 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of NZD 40 per person.

How close is Return to Paradise Resort and Spa to the beach?

This hotel is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Return to Paradise Resort and Spa offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Return to Paradise Resort and Spa, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of NZD 27 for adults and NZD 13.50 for children. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Return to Paradise Resort and Spa?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Return to Paradise Resort and Spa?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Early check-in costs NZD 60 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at Return to Paradise Resort and Spa?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Return to Paradise Resort and Spa have a pool?

Return to Paradise Resort and Spa features 4 outdoor pools and a children's pool.

Does Return to Paradise Resort and Spa have a restaurant?

Return to Paradise Resort and Spa is home to Paradise Kitchen, which features ocean views, a beachfront location, and al fresco dining.

Does Return to Paradise Resort and Spa have a spa?

This hotel doesn't have a spa, but it does offer aromatherapy, massages, and mani/pedis.

How close is Return to Paradise Resort and Spa to downtown Matautu?

Return to Paradise Resort and Spa is 0.3 mi away from Matautu.

Return to Paradise Resort and Spa Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 239 out of 423 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 119 out of 423 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 39 out of 423 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 423 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 423 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

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What an amazing stay we had here. The service from the staff was excellent. Each and everyone of the staff were so welcoming. Food was delicious and we will definitely be staying here again. My family really loved their time here.
Breakfast at Paradise Kitchen
Family Reunion dinner at Paradise
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the beautiful beach and a great breakfast. Room was big and deck looked over the pool and sea. Very nice stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katya

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Daniel

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness
The beach is beautiful and the staff are friendly enough. However, the service and amenities are a work-on. Meals took a long time to come out once ordered. We did raise this at the time and received complimentary cocktails as a result but unfortunately it was not a one-off experience. The quality of the food was good. We did not have internet or tv in our room and raised this with staff but never received an update or resolution.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chavah

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
The views are fantastic, food delicious, staff friendly and options for where to swim. So we did them all!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Sian

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Only stayed 1 night but room was shabby, tired, just one chair to sit on. Food service incredibly slow, waited 2 hours for dinner from ordering then some items were wrong. The whole place looks tired.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff are AMAZING! The location is remote and beautiful. The SPA is a must do when you come. Multiple activity options. We did the 3 bedroom villa and it exceeded our expectations. I highly recommend them.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Staff & service
It feels like we paid 4 star rates for a 3 star resort. Location and people were amazing.! Accomodation options when booking through expedia were not clear. Buffet dinner was disappointing.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bridget

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heleen suzan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Proud locally owned. Nice mid sized resort with great snorkeling on the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yazmin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was spectacular love it can’t wait to come back again. Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bhagi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
i just stayed for one day and it was just amazing place for the vaccation everything was beautiful. I would love to visit next time.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Alexia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Staff & service
Beautiful location, garden rooms very basic, linen old, but clean, Upon arrival no inormation give re resort, activities, things to do etc. Liggting needed around pools for evening time/safety issues. Lunch restaurant both days waiting over an hour for food order.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

ARABELLA

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the best beaches we saw with a natural lagoon and great snorkelling. The sea was fairly tumultuous at times. Rooms are large and well equipped. Overall the resort needs a bit of TLC and some new beach chairs! Staff were fabulous and the cultural shows great fun.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hayley

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The best place to stay in Samoa, staff are friendly and make you feel so welcome. Great food. Swimming with the fish on the beach was an amazing experience. The grounds are fantastic and well kept. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Sean

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Henricus

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Luxury
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kuini

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great beachfront villa, wonderful Ocean views. Options of day tours and local exploration even into local village. Would definitely come again.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

John Jay

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

Perfect location only spoilt by the staff

The resort itself is in a beautiful spot and the rooms are fantastic , even our garden room had a wonderful view of the ocean , however some of the staff were outright nasty which surprised me as all the other resorts we stayed at the staff were so friendly. We had booked the buffet breakfast with our 5 night stay but at check in the receptionist rudely told us that they would not honour that as we had booked through a 3rd party ( Expedia ) we were very disappointed as we had budgeted that in our costs , we even approached the guests services manager Mikeal but he was not interested in helping us at all , then we went to the bar on Mother’s Day at Happy Hour and when we questioned why we were not getting happy hour prices the barmaid actually screamed at us that happy hour was over but it was not it was a special later happy hour for Mother’s Day , we had to pay full prices for our drinks but was refunded the next day from the manager however it was just so unprofessional and unfriendly of the waitress to call us out like that in front of all the other guests. Then last but not least the food was very very ordinary , we ended up getting a cab to a nearby convenience store and bought snacks/ food to eat in our room .There were still lots of lovely staff who were very helpful and friendly so all in all we still enjoyed our time there .
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fialauia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I like everything about the property, it was nice and clean the staff were friendly and helpful, the food was amazing, There was nothing that I dislike about this property.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Cathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It’s fairly isolated
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025