This exclusive island resort sits on a private peninsula connected to Apia by a causeway, offering luxurious accommodations with panoramic ocean views. Features include overwater fales, championship golf course, spa, and multiple dining venues.
Taumeasina Island Resort occupies a private peninsula connected to Apia by a short causeway, approximately 3 kilometres from the capital's waterfront while providing the seclusion of an island-style setting. The Taumeasina Peninsula juts into the harbour, affording panoramic views across the ocean and coastline. Faleolo International Airport is roughly 40 kilometres to the west.
The resort is the largest luxury property in Samoa, designed to serve both international leisure travellers and regional business and government guests. Architecture blends tropical contemporary design with Samoan cultural references — carved posts, woven panels, and traditional ta'ovala motifs appear throughout the public spaces. A nine-hole golf course is integrated into the landscaping, making it one of the very few golf facilities in the country.
Accommodation includes standard rooms, suites, and signature overwater fales positioned on stilts above the calm harbour lagoon, with glass floors, private decks, and direct water access via ladder. Rooms across all categories include air conditioning, flat-screen television, minibar, and in-room safe. The overwater fales are the property's flagship offering and should be reserved several months in advance.
Dining options span multiple venues: the main restaurant offers breakfast buffets and à la carte lunch and dinner with Pacific and international menus; a poolside grill handles lighter meals; and private dining can be arranged for special occasions. A full-service spa covers massage, facials, and body treatments. Two pools — one lap, one leisure — sit at the heart of the resort, and a fitness centre operates around the clock.
Conference facilities accommodate mid-sized events, and the property regularly hosts diplomatic functions and government delegations. Service is polished and professional, drawing on an experienced hospitality team. The resort suits couples, families, business travellers, and event groups requiring a flagship Apia-adjacent property.
Amenities
- private island
- golf course
- spa
- multiple restaurants
- overwater fales
- pool
- fitness center
- WiFi
- business center
Location
Taumeasina Peninsula, Apia, Upolu
-13.8189, -171.7523 View on map
Highlights
- Overwater fales set above the harbour lagoon with glass floors and private deck water access
- Only resort in Samoa with a golf course — nine holes integrated into the grounds
- Panoramic harbour and ocean views from a private peninsula 3 kilometres from central Apia
- Full-service spa, two pools, and 24-hour fitness centre
- Conference and event facilities suited to diplomatic functions and large delegations
Tips for visiting
- Overwater fales book out months in advance; confirm availability well before travel dates
- A complimentary shuttle runs between the resort and central Apia on a scheduled timetable — useful for dining and shopping in town
- The golf course is accessible to resort guests at a preferential rate; bookings can be made through the activities desk
- Sunset from the overwater fale decks faces west toward the open ocean and often aligns with the poolside bar's happy hour
- Tipping is not customary in Samoa but a small amount for exceptional service is appreciated