Panda, Teine and Tama the resident dogs were so adorable and welcoming to me and my kids..BUT for the litte girl next door, they were not as friendly, she had to run back to the room. Maybe as people are checking in, lock them away..or post signs..introducing them, their names etc..so guests are aware..that their bark sounds worse then their persnalities :-)

Service as soon as we arrived was so friendly and welcoming, thanks Lolita. Met the lovely Dave also. Aircon worked very well and amentities we amazing. The view was the best part!! Cup of coffee on the porch...breathtaking sunset and sunrise up the mountains..beautiful.

Stayed in January 2023

The beautiful location, the hospitality of staff, the excellent service, the beautiful Samoan food, the facilities, the pool and the air conditioning.

Stayed in January 2023

Loved the location but getting there not so much. But would still stay again though

Excellent customer service, breakfast was great, our room had lots of space, clean and tidy, comfy bed. Bathroom good, had hot water. Loved the view. Had no problems with our room.

Stayed in December 2022

The road getting to the lodge.

The view of the town and its beautiful water features such as the pool and the waterfall.

Stayed in December 2022

Highly recommend staying here. Just a short ride up from Apia is a beautiful sanctuary, the views were really worth one million dollars! Thanks so much to all the staff who went above and beyond we wish we could have spent more time here, can't wait to come back next time when in Samoa!

Stayed in December 2022

Nothing

Awesome views from your own private balcony looking over the whole of Apia . Pp No need for AC as it is a lot cooler up in the mountains. The staff were super friendly

Stayed in December 2022

Exceptional view. Personalised treatment. Quiet surroundings. Free transport to town

Stayed in November 2022

The bed mattress itself was abit uncomfortable but we still managed to rest during the night.

Dave and his daughter were great and lovely hosts. We were very well looked after and made us feel absolutely comfortable. Our room was clean and well maintained and dinner service was delicious with a stunning view of Apia Upolu lights. It is abit of a travel more inland near plantations and 20mins from Apia city but the view itself from where it's located is breathtaking. Great value for money and if you want to escape the city noise and enjoy a quiet sanctuary, I would definitely recommend. Hubby and I would def come back again. Faafetai lava Dave Parker Eco Lodge Hotel.

Stayed in October 2022

Fantastic view. It’s cool in the hills and it’s totally beating the accommodation in the city if you have a car.

Stayed in September 2022

The hill drive up to the house.

Excellent customer service meals and room service. Exceptionally comforting and friendly family atmosphere. Rooms were huge with amazing views of moutains, ocean and rainforest and tropical gardens. Very comfortable bed and hot water for shower.

Stayed in August 2022

Nothing

The location is superb. And so are the people running the resort. Thank you Dave Parker, for everything. If you go to Samoa and hesitate which hotel to book, go for this one, you will not be disappointed.

Stayed in August 2022

Access to motel is up a very very steep hill which we had to attempt 2 times before made it up. Kitchen was disappointing - great to have a microwave but toaster would have been good too. Also felt cutlery was mix match from secondhand shop - no usable storage cupboard. Fortunately we had booked 2 rooms so able to share cutlery etc. Would be nice to have sugar free coffee packets.

View is amazing and staff are very friendly. Clean

Stayed in January 2025

The rooms need updating but what we paid for it was pretty good and comfortable

Loved Lolitta. She was so hospitable. Also the million dollar view. Thank you. Will come again

Stayed in January 2025

Too many bed bugs, not clean.

Good customer service

Stayed in January 2025

The staff are so rude. Wouldn’t let my baby stay with us but owners grand children were there. Dave’s daughter was so uptight and rude. The shower had small water flow and bugs EVERYWHERE. Would not recommend this accomodation. Only stayed 1 night then left next day even tho we paid for 7 nights.

Nothing.

Stayed in December 2024

Setting is really lovely and the staff very helpful. Good bird life and not too far out of Apia.

Stayed in November 2024

The location was beautiful but far away from things. You need to have your own transportation to really make the most of it. Otherwise, you will end up paying a huge amount for taxis to get around. You can go with the complimentary transportation into town at 8.30 am and return at 3.30 pm - but that's it. The buses are far away too, as well as supermarkets...so you are going for the tranquility of the place.

The grounds were absolutely beautiful and had a gorgeous view of the city. A lovely place. A small but lovely pool and pool area to relax in. Lolita was always friendly and kind. Totally loved seeing all of the beautiful Samoan flowers and plants-a credit to all of the hard work that has been put in.

Stayed in October 2024

Everything

Nothing

Stayed in October 2024

Room, bathroom,beds, very noisy air conditioning, could not sleep, after the second night i chose to leave for other hotel

The forest , the view

Stayed in September 2024

The location is inconvenient is you want to explore the island. There's not much to do.

The view is spectacular.

Stayed in August 2024

The staff could do with a bit of training honestly. The network up there was pretty bad too so maybe a bit of disclosure when we book might be useful. They're really strict on the whole "no visitors" policy.

The views were spectacular! It was quite a steep drive up which we did not expect. The owners were lovely, but one of the staff was quite rude especially to our friends who had come to pick us up. Adorable dogs.

Stayed in July 2024

The location is not convenient to the island's attractions, It would have been nice that there are information about attractions. The place did not not have nearby walks.

The view is superb.

Stayed in July 2024

There was a crack in the wall of our shower, you could hear lots of noise from the ceiling from the above floor. It didn't take too much away from the experience and time there but it is something that was noticed.

The breakfast and food was standard fare. Location was amazing. Having travelled to Samoa several times, this is a view of Apia - you will not normally see. The host and service was amazing and friendly.

Stayed in December 2023

Food

Price

Stayed in October 2023

Breakfast was from 8-8:30am only we never got to experience their breakfast menu. Was difficult to find and the roads were terrifying but was worth it all in the end.

It was beautiful. Beautiful views, friendly staff, quiet and comfortable.

Stayed in November 2023