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Upolu, Samoa

Return to Paradise Resort & Spa

South Samoa Family-Owned Beachfront Resort with Daily Breakfast, Nightly Drink & A$150 Dining Credit
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Made famous in the 1950s film of the same name, the glimmering beachfront of Return to Paradise Resort is the stuff of Hollywood dreams. Let lush palms and white sands whisk you away, all as you enjoy the warm hospitality of this family-owned hideaway, hosted by the same custodians of the land for over 1,000 years.

Two eateries cater your stay on Samoa’s south island – a poolside cafe with international favourites and the signature restaurant with fresh local seafood. You’re also invited to cool off with tiki drinks at Rock Pool Bar, housed in a traditional Samoan hut, and relax at Sparadise Day Spa with massages fueled by ancient oils.

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Return to Paradise Resort & Spa
Lefaga, Matautu, Upolu, Samoa

Return to Paradise is ideally situated on the pristine coastline of Lefaga, Samoa, offering easy access to the stunning Papaseea Sliding Rocks and the Robert Louis Stevenson Museum.

The hotel is approximately a 30-minute drive from Faleolo International Airport (APW) and a 30-minute drive from the capital city, Apia. Airport transfers are not included in your package, please plan accordingly.

Need flights? Our dedicated flights concierge can assist with your flight requirements (subject to availability). Contact sales@luxuryescapes.com.

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Fine Print

Valid for travel from 1 November 2024 until 31 August 2025 (bookings must be made before 30 June 2025).

Blackout Dates & Surcharges: A non-refundable surcharge per room, per night may apply, payable at the time of booking. Dates and prices are identified in the Booking Calendar. Blackout dates may apply.

7-Day Change of Mind ‘No Questions Asked’ Refund Guarantee: Things don’t always work out. Our 7-day Change of Mind Guarantee is there to help. Bookings (except for cruise bookings, flights and deposit fee, if applicable, which are subject to the cancellation terms of the relevant supplier) may be cancelled with a full refund provided that cancellation occurs strictly within 7 days from the date of purchase and provided that the cancellation is made no less than 14 days prior to the check-in date. Excludes flight and service fee, if applicable.

  • Cancellations outside of the 7-Day Change of Mind period will not be provided, except as required by Australian Consumer Law, your local law or as otherwise provided for in the Fine Print.

Flexible Cancellation: You can cancel your booking for credit up until 21 days prior to the original check-in date. This can be done via self-service in your ‘My Escapes’ account. Your credit will be valid for 12 months from the date of cancellation. Credits are not transferable and cannot be redeemed for cash. Excludes service fee, if applicable.

Please note this does not apply to flights booked with us. Flight fulfilment is provided by the airline(s) selected at the time of finalising the booking. For your air travel, you are bound by the terms and conditions and fare rules of the selected airline(s).

Date Changes: If you need to amend your booking, you can self-service unlimited date changes in your ‘My Escapes’ account up until 21 days before your original check-in date. If you can’t find a suitable date, or still need further assistance, please contact our 24/7 customer service team. Subject to availability and surcharges.

Please Note:

  • Dining inclusions do not include drinks (unless otherwise stated). Menus are subject to change without notice.
  • Dining credit is valid for use at all onsite restaurants and bars. Credit must be used during your stay and is not redeemable for cash.
  • Daily buffet breakfast is served at Paradise Kitchen from 7.30–10am.
  • Village walk and school visit: See all the spots and hear the stories from the making of Return to Paradise starring Gary Cooper. See insights into the old traditions still kept alive in Samoan villages. The tour finishes with a visit to the local primary school. Guests are welcome to bring donations for the villagers and children. The walk is two hours long.
  • The fire show and cultural buffet dinner (included in select packages only) can be booked on Wednesdays or Saturdays ONLY.

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Reviews

8.6
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Lauree L.
Reviewed 18 Oct 2025
10
The resort is very spread out, the rooms are clean but quite dark if you're not beach front with a balcony. The food was excellent and the atmosphere at the restaurant and the bar is exceptional. Beautiful beach and water but quite a rip directly out from the beach. There are pools to swim safely though. Great location near the airport and the giant clam snorkel trip (a must). Pretty good snorkeling there too and turtles.
Recommends this hotel
10
Me J.
Reviewed 13 Oct 2025
10
Our entire holiday was great. Amazing Samoa. Beautiful people, warm waters, friendly fish & palm trees galore. Our stay at RTP was so very enjoyable. It's Samoa the reason you come here is to emerse yourself in the country, their hospitality & pace. RTP provided us an excellent experience.
Recommends this hotel
10
Benjamin V.
Reviewed 06 Oct 2025
10
This resort was amazing! The beach was beautiful, the snorkeling was great, the staff was so great and kind, the rooms were great and kept in great condition, and the culture is just beautiful. I have never said a goodbye to any hotel or resort staff the way I said goodbye to the Return to Paradise Resort staff. We gave each other hugs and my family I were looking for the staff to say goodbye (they were so warm). The staff were so kind and cared for my grandmother beautifully. The beach was beautiful and the water was so warm. The gym was great and the equipment there was so new and well kept. The location was great, we were so close the giant clam sanctuary (a great place to see giant clams and especially turtles). The food was good and the drinks were great. The fiafia night was amazing and everything was very close in the resort so you didn't have to walk far to get anywhere. There are plenty of beach chairs and no guests had to fight over their chairs. The rooms were so comfortable and the gardens were very well maintained and beautiful. My grandmother especially had an amazing time. This was one of the best holidays I've ever had and it was the best resort I have every stayed had. I 100% would recommend.
Recommends this hotel
10
Michelle
Reviewed 07 Oct 2025
8.0
We had a 2 bedroom garden villa 910. The rooms were massive, actually ours had a 3rd rooms that was locked off which would have made it a 3 bedroom. So for families these are great rooms. The rooms were quite a walk from the main pools and restaurants, we had a car and were able to park closer to our room which was super convenient. They had filtered water stations everywhere with was great to be able to fill up water bottles. I had to plug in a few times to do work and internet didnt reach our villa, I think we were just too far away.. they ended up dropping off a little portable internet which meant we had super speed internet. Breakfast you had the option of ordering from the menu or buffet. Buffet was WST45 per adult and half price for kids. We wished we had ordered off the menu as these where better value. We had a kitchen in our villa, so had been to Frankies food mart and grabbed foods so were able to make small meals . We borrowed snorkeling with a WST50 bond, just a note to check over the equipment when you receive them. They are used previously and we had one that was quite old and the strap broke after one pool use. We were told that would cost us WST50 ... we ended up swapping the strap for another one we had brought with us to avoid the charge. Something to be mindful of, just to check over equipment, if I had I would have probably noticed the strap about to break. It was a great snorkeling spot and close to the giant clams. They had a tour available or if you have a car you are a short drive away. Google doesn't have the road that you use to get to the resort (at Oct25) so just follow the signs. Great Outlook for the bar and the pools were all close so easy to keep an eye on kids.
Recommends this hotel
8.0
Reviews: 1-4 of 4
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