Hidden gems: places in Tonga

Discover the city's hidden treasures—remarkable spots that are relatively undiscovered but offer exceptional experiences. Our selection criteria? A rating of 4.5 or higher with fewer than 150 reviews. Explore these lesser-known yet outstanding places that promise a delightful visit in Tonga.

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Reef Resort Vava U
Resort hotel
👍👍 Great food! Lovely cottages overlooking the ocean. Great snorkeling right off the beach and lots of water toys included. The host and staff are fantastic. Great place to base for whale swimming adventures!
5.00 (15 reviews)
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AX Factor Dive
Dive shop
5.00 (15 reviews)
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Matafonua Lodge Resort and Restaurant
Resort hotel
Simple cabins in a low-key beachfront resort offering a restaurant & a bar, plus free breakfast.
4.90 (54 reviews)
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Winnies Bed & Breakfast
Lodging
👍👍 What a beautiful clean accommodation. Friendly Liz. I loved our stay here. I highly recommend Winnies Bed & Breakfast to anyone looking for accommodation.❤️❤️❤️
$65/night
4.90 (32 reviews)
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Deep Blue Diving
Corporate office
👍👍 A dream come True! We loved our experience with deep blue. All the staff is friendly and it's important for them that everyone can see the whales when we are in the water. We were a group of 12 People and everyone swam with whales 2-5 times in the day. They also care for the happiness of whales, no...
4.90 (28 reviews)
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Sea Change Eco Retreat
Resort hotel
👍👍 Truly the best vacation of my life thus far. As a single female traveler I felt safe and comfortable and enjoyed every moment. Sea Change is a little slice of heaven! Everyone was so kind and the location is absolutely gorgeous. The tent I stayed in was comfortable and spacious and with my own litt...
4.90 (27 reviews)
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Blue Banana Beach House
Resort hotel
👍👍 Oh blue banana, how we wish we could come back and have another amazing holiday there. We have never had such an amazing holiday as we did there! We were going to be coming back for our honey moon. We hope you are safe & well wherever you are Chris & Shane
4.90 (16 reviews)
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Mystic Sands Beachfront Accommodation
Hotel
👍👍 If you are looking for a place to just chill and relax Mystic Sand is the place to go. My favorite part of mystic is the mornings and evenings, very beautiful sight. The staff are very friendly and understanding, services is good.
4.80 (38 reviews)
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Tupu'anga Coffee Factory and Cafe
Cafe
👍👍 非常好吃,服务特别用心,姑娘们也很温柔。还买了咖啡豆和 chips
4.80 (36 reviews)
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Young’s Kitchen
Restaurant
👍👍 The only place I go for fried chicken in Nuku’alofa. I had the chicken cutlet / chicken katsu on rice. It was served with a honey mustard type of dipping sauce, which I really liked as it was less sweet and more savory. This fried chicken was dark meat and it was cooked to perfection. I paired it w...
4.80 (30 reviews)
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Port Wine Guest House
Hotel
👍 If you are on a budget then this is the place run by the nicest Tongan family
4.80 (16 reviews)
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Mapu'a Vaea Blowholes
Nature preserve
👍👍 GORGEOUS place!😍 Makes you feel so small next to the enormous 40 meter waves! Just don't go down to the water, it's dangerous and the rocks are extremely sharp. A must-see in Tonga!
4.70 (155 reviews)
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Chef Zero Restaurant
Restaurant
👍👍 This was by far the best food I had on this trip of four Islands in the Pacific. The catch of the day, Mahi mahi, was so fresh. This was some of the best seafood I've had in a long time. The tuna sashimi was delicious! Please check this place out when in Tonga.
4.70 (55 reviews)
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Nuku'alofa Tonga Temple
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
4.70 (30 reviews)
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Sandy Beach Resort
Resort hotel
👍👍 As soon as I saw Ha'apai Islands from the air, I knew that my stay at Sandy Beach Resort will be unforgettable. We were welcomed with great hospitality both at the airport & the Resort. Owner Darren & his wife Nina. The Staff are super friendly and always smile. The accommodation is so welcoming & c...
4.70 (25 reviews)
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Villa Ishadora
Lodging
👍👍 Definitely a home away from home. Staff are very helpful. Great location.
4.70 (19 reviews)
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Weta Coffee - Tonga
Coffee shop
👍👍 Visiting from Vavau and needed an early morning coffee hit. Went to Weta coffee, and I have to say the best coffee I have had in Nukualofa or Tongatapu for a very very long time. Will be my daily fix while here. Malo Aupito and keep up the great coffee.
4.70 (19 reviews)
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Fafa Island Resort
Lodging
Tropical-chic beachfront resort featuring thatched-roof cottages with outdoor showers, plus dining.
4.60 (65 reviews)
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Frangipani - Korean Restaurant/Karaoke
Restaurant
👍👍 Did I expect to have the best poke of my life at a Korean restaurant in Tonga? Nope. But here I am. We had an unexpected and great experience last night at Vietnamese Cafe and thought we’d try another “foreign” restaurant here. This place is fabulous! Super clean, nice and cool temperature, very fr...
4.60 (22 reviews)
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Sabrina's Chicken Vilovilo
Barbecue restaurant
👍👍 Went there with my aunties for a quick lunch before we catch our planes. Very clean place . Very affordable and the food are 100% good. They got the best BBQ sipi. Not gonna lie if I'll go back to the island someday I'll go to this restaurant every day. Love its vibes.
4.60 (19 reviews)
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