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title: "Alec's Home Away, Apia: reviews, location & comparison"
description: "Alec's Home Away in Apia: rated 8.6 by guests, 3-star. Amenities, location and nearby alternatives compared side by side."
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Hotel · ★★★
# Alec's Home Away

Motootua, Apia, Samoa

8.6 ·  Very good 6 reviews ·  #7 #7 of 12 in Apia ·  3.2 Location score
## About Alec's Home Away

Alec's Home Away is a hotel in Motootua, Apia, Samoa. It holds a 3-star rating. Guests rate it 8.6 out of 10 across 6 reviews. Facilities include free breakfast, free parking, free wi-fi. It is 1.7 km from the centre of Apia. The nearest airport, Faleolo International Airport (APW), is 27 km away.

- **Type:** Hotel

- **Star rating:** ★★★

- **Check-in from:** 14:00

- **Check-out until:** 11:00

- **Rooms:** 15

- **Smoking:** Smoke-free property

- **Other stays within 500 m:** 3

Salenesa Road

## How Alec's Home Away scores

Better rated than 33% of hotels in Apia

-   Guest rating **8.6**
-   Location **3.2**
-   Facilities **5.0**
-   Families **0.0**
-   Spa & wellness **0.0**
-   Beach access **2.9**

Apia average

## Amenities

Free breakfastFree parkingFree Wi-Fi

### Food & drink

-   Free breakfast
-   Room service

### Leisure

-   Terrace

### Internet

-   Free Wi-Fi

### Parking & transport

-   Free parking

### Services

-   Shuttle
-   Car hire
-   Concierge
-   Laundry
-   Luggage storage

### In the rooms

-   Air conditioning
-   Balcony

### Policies

-   Smoke-free

Based on the property listing at our booking partner.

## Location

- **Location score:** **3.2**/10

- **Walk grade:** **27**/100 Car recommended

- **Restaurants & cafés within 500 m:** **6**

- **Sights within 1 km:** **0**

<table class="dist" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tbody data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest beach<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""></span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">2.2 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">5 min drive</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest airport<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Faleolo International Airport (APW)</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">27 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">60 min drive</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Distance to the centre<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Apia</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">1.7 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">4 min drive</span></td></tr></tbody></table>

## Alec's Home Away: in detail

Experience an abundance of unparalleled facilities and features at Alec's Home Away. Share your photos and respond to emails at your convenience, thanks to the free Wi-Fi internet access offered by hotel. Services offered by car hire and shuttle at the hotel ensure effortless exploration of Apia. Visitors can take advantage of complimentary parking directly at the hotel. Reception services such as concierge service and luggage storage are available to accommodate your requirements. Traveling with minimal luggage is achievable at Alec's Home Away due to the hotel's laundry service ensuring your garments stay fresh. Room amenities like room service and daily housekeeping contribute to making a perfect selection for your stay. The hotel maintains a completely smoke-free zone, providing a breathable atmosphere. Each accommodation at Alec's Home Away is thoughtfully created and adorned to provide visitors with a comfortable, home-like atmosphere. In certain rooms, the hotel offers linen service and air conditioning for guest convenience and satisfaction. At Alec's Home Away, the uniquely tailored rooms provide a configuration choice resembling a balcony or terrace. In select rooms, guests can enjoy a touch of amusement with the availability of television for their entertainment. Rest assured, in a few chosen rooms, you will find the convenience of a refrigerator, bottled water, instant coffee and instant tea at your disposal. Maintain your cleanliness and comfort using a hair dryer and toiletries available in select guest restrooms. Begin your holiday on a high note. At Alec's Home Away, your mornings are greeted with a delightful, free breakfast. Should you prefer not to venture out for a meal, the enticing culinary choices at hotel are always available for your satisfaction. Should you be particularly discerning in your dining choices, you will surely appreciate having access to the on-site BBQ facilities provided at this location.

### Compare

## Compare Alec's Home Away with nearby hotels

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## Questions about Alec's Home Away

### How do guests rate Alec's Home Away?

Alec's Home Away has a guest rating of 8.6 out of 10 from 6 reviews, which is better than 33% of rated hotels in Apia.

### What are the check-in and check-out times at Alec's Home Away?

Check-in starts at 14:00 and check-out is until 11:00.

### Does Alec's Home Away include breakfast?

The listing mentions free breakfast. Check the room you book to confirm it is included.

### Is there parking at Alec's Home Away?

Yes, the listing mentions free parking.

### How far is Alec's Home Away from the airport?

The nearest airport, Faleolo International Airport (APW), is 27 km away in a straight line.

### Is Alec's Home Away close to the beach?

The nearest beach is 2.2 km from the hotel.

### How many rooms does Alec's Home Away have?

Alec's Home Away has 15 rooms.

Updated 6 Oct 2026. Data: Agoda, Overture Maps, OpenStreetMap, OurAirports and hotels' own websites. We may earn a commission from partner links; it never changes the comparison. [How we score](https://stayversus.com/en/about/)

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