Restaurant
Not expected. Round up appreciated.
Up to 10%Tipping in Samoa
How much to tip in
Samoa
Tipping is not traditional. Small tips may be appreciated.
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Restaurant in Samoa
AppreciatedUp to 10%Not expected. Round up appreciated.
Cash preferred
$
%
Split between
Number of people
1
Your tip · 5%$2.50
Total bill$52.50
Travel guide
Know the
local custom.
Bar
Not expected.
Up to 10%Taxi & rideshare
Not expected.
Up to 10%Hotel porter
WST 5-10 per bag.
Housekeeping
WST 5-10 per night.
Tour guide
WST 20-50 for tours.
5–10%Spa & massage
10% appreciated.
5–10%Food delivery
Not expected.
Up to 10%Hair salon
Round up.
Up to 10%Cash is preferred for tips in Samoa. Customs change; when in doubt, ask a local or your host.
Questions travelers ask
Good
questions.
How much do you tip for restaurant in Samoa?
Appreciated — Up to 10%. Not expected. Round up appreciated.
How much do you tip for bar in Samoa?
Appreciated — Up to 10%. Not expected.
How much do you tip for taxi & rideshare in Samoa?
Appreciated — Up to 10%. Not expected.
How much do you tip for hotel porter in Samoa?
Not customary. WST 5-10 per bag.
How much do you tip for housekeeping in Samoa?
Not customary. WST 5-10 per night.
How much do you tip for tour guide in Samoa?
Appreciated — 5–10%. WST 20-50 for tours.
How much do you tip for spa & massage in Samoa?
Appreciated — 5–10%. 10% appreciated.
How much do you tip for food delivery in Samoa?
Appreciated — Up to 10%. Not expected.
How much do you tip for hair salon in Samoa?
Appreciated — Up to 10%. Round up.
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