In Wallis and Futuna, the vibe is very low-key and cash-based. Auberge Tanoa in MataʻUtu, for instance, takes only cash or cheque at check-in-no cards...

In Tonga, cash is the go-to everywhere-hostels and guesthouses generally don’t process cards. Only larger hotels or resorts might take cards, but that...

In Togo, cash still rules. Hostels and basic guesthouses-especially in places like Lomé’s Tokoin or Kara-almost always want francs CFA on arrival. Whi...

In Juba, hostels and guesthouses are cash-only. Even better-equipped places near the airport or Nile Street don’t take international cards. ATMs are e...

Most hostels and guesthouses in Freetown, like YMCA Hostel near Wilkinson Road or basic stays in Lumley Beach, expect cash at check-in. Even when they...

In São Tomé e Príncipe, card acceptance is extremely limited. Most hostels, including local guesthouses and lodges, are strictly cash-only. There are ...

In Samoa, cash definitely rules, especially at smaller hotels. While some mid-range places in Apia might accept cards (Visa or Mastercard), many beach...

Saipan doesn’t have a huge hostel scene, but La Vista Guesthouse and a few small guesthouses in Garapan accept Visa, Mastercard, and even AmEx. They u...

In Nouméa, bigger hostels like Auberge du Mocambo and Auberge de Jeunesse accept Visa and Mastercard without issue. They’ll swipe it for both beds and...