Tongatapu
This chilled-out open-air place down by the wharves is a long-time locals’ haunt. There are hefty pub-style meals (mains T$14 to T$38: try the fish curry…
Must-see nightlife in Rarotonga, Samoa & Tonga
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Apia
Apia's waterfront is well supplied with drinking options, though few open their doors on a Sunday and some of the dodgier pool halls aren't pleasant…
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Apia
Hitch your fancy threads on for Apia's newest and classiest nightclub. Laser-lit and loud, it attracts an enthusiastic crowd with pumping dance hits, good…
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Rarotonga
The Shipwreck Hut is a wonderfully rustic spot with an absolute waterfront location. There’s regular live music, great pub meals and barbecue dinners, and…
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Aitutaki
Puffy’s is a tiny bar popular with both locals and visitors from nearby Paradise Cove. Simple meals – mainly burgers and fish and chips – and cheap booze…
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Rarotonga
Twelve-buck happy-hour cocktails and regular 3pm to 6pm DJ sets from Wednesday to Saturday make this a top lagoon-side spot to ease into another Raro…
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Tongatapu
You can order a bang-up steak, chicken, lobster or swordfish meal at Ngutulei (mains T$18 to T$45), but most folks are here for a cold beer overlooking…
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Apia
Ask anyone of any age where to go for a drink in Apia and this is always the enthusiastic answer. It’s no wonder. Looking over the Apia Harbour with deck…
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Apia
This down'n'dirty – but characterful – place is a top spot for meeting locals and checking out some live music (Thursday to Saturday). If you're after…
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Apia
One of the classiest bars in Apia – all chandeliers and fancy wallpaper – Sheesha's has a fantastic cocktail menu that attracts a slightly older (25 and…
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Apia
Its private-club status makes it one of the few sure-fire places for a drink on a Sunday evening. Its location on the sea wall – and resultant breezes –…
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Apia
Also known as ‘Cocks on the Rocks’ and 'The Hole in the Wall', this small bar is much loved by tourists, expats and locals for its mellow vibe, sea…
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The Cook Islands
Liquid refreshment is available at this humble spot opposite Ma’uke College. Opening nights vary, so ask Ma’uke locals for the latest. Tuesday night is…
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Apia
This waterside club is a local institution for all the right reasons: blaring pop hits, cheap drinks, good bartenders and a sociable – if young – crowd…
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Tongatapu
'Probably the best bar in Tonga' says the sign. We're not sure why it lacks confidence: the Ikale Lager is cold, the reggae is mellow and the upstairs…
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The Cook Islands
Another option for a relaxed beer with the locals, Tua’s is near the island’s rugby field and normally open on a Friday and Saturday night.
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