Return to Paradise

About this property

The flagship — a three-bedroom villa with absolute beachfront and a wide private veranda. Three king split beds, three ensuite bathrooms with walk-in showers, comfortable lounge, fully equipped kitchenette, dedicated workspace. Cable TV, air-conditioning, ceiling fans. Best option for two families or a small group travelling together — sleeps up to 9.

Amenities

• Wi-Fi
• Air conditioning
• Pool
• Restaurant
• Bar
• gym
• Spa
• Parking
• Beachfront
• Workspace
• Ocean view
• Kitchen

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Cancellation policy

Moderate — Full refund up to 5 days before check-in. 50% refund after that.

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Reviews★ 8.6 · 442 total

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  Jack Webb

  ★★★★★ · 8/26/2026google

  Our wedding at Return to Paradise Resort 💍🌴❤️ We recently had our wedding at Return to Paradise Resort and honestly couldn’t have asked for a more special experience. We had around 100 guests from Australia, New Zealand & England which is no small group to organise, especially for a destination wedding, but the team at RTP helped make it an unforgettable few days for everyone. The setting is absolutely beautiful, the beach, ocean, sunsets and dramatic coastline made for the most incredible backdrop for our ceremony and photos. Having so many of our closest friends and family all staying together at the resort made it feel like more than just a wedding, it became a full holiday and celebration. A massive thank you to the staff who looked after our group. Everyone was so friendly and welcoming, and they genuinely helped make our guests feel at home. The Samoan hospitality, culture and atmosphere made the whole experience incredibly special. Like much of Samoa, RTP has a relaxed, authentic island feel rather than the polished, ultra-modern style of a large five-star resort and for us, that was part of its charm. It feels warm, natural and genuinely Samoan, with a beautiful beachfront setting, amazing people and the ability to bring a large group together in one special place. If you’re looking for a destination wedding with incredible scenery, genuine hospitality and a relaxed island atmosphere, Return to Paradise is definitely worth considering Thank you, RTP, for helping us celebrate one of the biggest days of our lives with 100 of our favourite people. We’ll never forget it! ❤️🇼🇸

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  Sarah Moon

  ★★★★★ · 6/28/2026google

  I had an absolutely incredible stay at this resort! From the moment I arrived, I was made to feel like family. The resort itself is beautiful, but what truly makes this place unforgettable is the staff. A huge thank you to Tia, Sio, Maua, Patrick, Mo & Mo—you all went above and beyond to make every day special. There are so many other wonderful staff members who deserve recognition too; there are simply too many to mention. Every single person was warm, welcoming, genuine, and always had a smile on their face. The in-house entertainment was another highlight. Every event was so well organised, full of energy, and showcased the incredible talent of the team. It was clear how much passion and pride everyone puts into creating such a fun and memorable experience for guests. This isn’t just a resort—it’s a place where people genuinely care about making your holiday unforgettable. I can’t recommend this resort highly enough. If you’re looking for outstanding hospitality, amazing entertainment, and a team that truly makes you feel at home, this is the place. I already can’t wait to come back! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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  Jon

  ★★★★★ · 6/24/2026google

  Return to Paradise is just fantastic. We were there this past weekend to celebrate our daughter's 10th birthday. Everyone was so nice and accommodating, and the setting is pretty amazing. We saw the show on Saturday night and it was terrific. They even had our little girl come up and everyone say "happy birthday" to her. We enjoyed the food and drinks at the restaurant, and the location is stunning. We had one of the "beachfront suites" and it was larger than we were anticipating. It also had a cooktop and good-sized refrigerator, along with dishes and cookware. My wife and daughter had facials at the spa, and had a great time. It was a really memorable trip, and reasonably priced as well. Highly recommended, 10/10

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  David Lauaki

  ★★★★★ · 6/21/2026google

  Where do we even begin! We stayed for 2 nights and it exceeded every expectation. From the moment we arrived, the staff made us feel so welcome and right at home. The rooms were spotlessly clean and so comfortable — exactly what you want after a day in the Samoan sun. And the food? Absolutely amazing. Every meal was delicious and left us wanting more. But the highlight of our stay was hands down the Fiafia Night — the BEST Fiafia night in all of Samoa. The performances, the energy, the culture — it was truly one of a kind and something we will never forget. Return to Paradise Resort absolutely lives up to its name. We will definitely be back and we highly recommend it to anyone visiting Samoa you won’t regret it!

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  Fabiola Milligan

  ★★★★★ · 6/7/2026google

  We had a wonderful stay at this resort. The staff were fantastic — friendly, welcoming, and always helpful. The facilities were excellent, the surroundings absolutely beautiful, and it was very easy to get to. The setting made the whole experience feel relaxing and special. The food is basic, but tasty and enjoyable. The coffee wasn’t a highlight, but that was a small thing compared with everything else the resort offers. The Fiafia night was absolutely amazing — such a fun and memorable experience, with a great atmosphere and a wonderful way to enjoy the local culture. Overall, the beautiful surroundings, excellent service, and special experiences made this a stay we’d happily repeat. Highly recommend.

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  Scott Devonport

  ★★★★★ · 4/30/2026google

  The beach is stunning, small but lovely swimming in the coral right in front of the resort. Loved the idea of staying at a locally owned Samoan resort for our first time in Samoa. Some of the staff were really great and helpful, others though seemed completely unhelpful. Our friend’s room had no air con for the whole stay despite asking for it to be fixed everyday which ruined their stay, but late at night on our last night they finally suggested to move rooms! Our rooms were barely serviced, bed made but no fresh towels the whole time unless we asked. Would call and ask reception to be told they would be delivered in two minutes to then find two hours later still no towels. Three sets of snorkelling gear available but booked everyday 😞 pool was being repaired the whole time we were there, but there were other pools and I swam in the sea everyday anyway. The gym looks to all be brand new and is awesome for a smaller resort. Breakfasts were pretty good, but the rest of the time the food was well overpriced and pretty average at best, we gave up eating at the restaurant and bought snacks from the supermarket to eat instead. On the last night we thought we would give them another chance only to find out there was no fish available, so any fresh local fish dishes were out, gave up and had a beer instead and waited to eat at breakfast the next day. Overall I loved the location (although it is remote so make sure you have a car or be prepared to pay big money for tours like $120 for the clam tour five minutes down the road that only costs $20 if you go yourself or $300 for an Apia tour) but was let down by a few pretty average experiences and the food. Real shame as so much potential here and love to support locally owned places 🫤

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