Where to Stay in Guam: Tumon and Beyond
Most Guam visitors stay in Tumon, the tourism hub on the northwest coast with over 20 large hotels, shopping and dining along Tumon Bay. Tamuning, next to the airport, and the capital Hagatna are alternatives.
Areas at a glance
Tourism hub on Tumon Bay with large hotels, DFS and shopping malls.
Tamuning
Area next to Tumon where the airport is located.
Hagatna
The capital, about 4.8 km west of the airport.
Getting there
Antonio B. Won Pat International Airport is in Tamuning and Barrigada, about 4.8 km east of Hagatna and next to Tumon.
Good for
- Families
- Short beach trips
- Shopping
- Snorkelling in a protected bay
Watch out for
- Wet season July to November; highest typhoon risk August to November.
- Outside Tumon, a car is useful.
Booking tips
- The dry season is January to May.
- Tumon Bay is a marine preserve with fishing only from shore.
FAQ
Where do most tourists stay in Guam?
Tumon, with over 20 large hotels on Tumon Bay.
When is typhoon season?
Highest risk August to November, within the July-November wet season.