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Honiara is the capital of the Solomon Islands and of Guadalcanal Province.
Guadalcanal was witness to fierce naval
battles during WWII and was a turning point
in the Pacific campaign. "Iron Bottom Sound"
is host to hundreds of wrecks.
Destroyers,
minesweeper, troop carriers, transport ships,
submarines and planes provide an incredible
range of dive sites. Honiara, the
nations' capital and international gateway, is
the stopover point for travellers wishing to
visit some of the land based WWII sites.
Honiara has a harbour from which ferries depart to the various provinces. The gardens of the National Art Gallery are popular, while the reconstructed Government House and the National Museum are worth visiting. The spectacular Tenaru falls can be found a one hour's drive and a three-hour hike from Henderson International Airport. |
| Out & About in Honiara |
Honiara town centre has many interesting
shops, some specialising in local handicrafts,
others in duty free goods. The range of
products however is limited. Here also is the
centre of commerce, banks, postal service,
Telecom, restaurants, tourist information
centre and local tour operators.
A good selection of restaurants offers a
variety of cuisine. Some hotel restaurants
feature cultural nights with local musicians
and groups performing traditional song and
dance. There are a number of Chinese
restaurants and others that specialise in
fresh local seafood such as Coconut Crab and
Lobster. Japanese, Thai and Italian dishes can
also be found on the menus in Honiara.
The outdoor markets around town are a
wonderful opportunity to mix with the locals.
Here you will find an interesting array of
local goods and produce, from fresh fish and
vegetables, fruit, peanuts and betel nuts, to
carvings, basket ware, calico lava-lavas and
shells.
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| Scuba Diving in Honiara |
All wrecks in the Solomon Islands are National
Heritage and the pilfering of these wrecks is
not permitted. Some of the more popular dive
sites around Honiara are:
"Hirokawa Maru" (Bonegi I) - A Japanese
transport ship of 6860 tons, with an overall
length of 508 feet. An excellent dive starting
at 3m plunging to 55m.
"Kinugawa Maru" (Bonegi II) - This 436 foot
long Japanese transport ship still rests
partly above water, with the stern in 27m.
Excellent for snorkelers and divers.
U.S.S. John Penn - An advanced dive available only
when conditions permit. She is an American
troop/cargo ship lying in 36m to 55m of water,
off Henderson field.
For the more experienced divers, some of the
most fascinating wrecks are; "Sasako Maru" and
"Azumasan Maru".
Please contact Dive Adventures for information on dive operators in Honiara. |
| Accommodation List |
King Solomon
Hotel
King Solomon Hotel is built on the terraced hills of Honiara nestled amidst lush green gardens with views over the Iron Bottom Sound. It is conveniently located one block from the sea within easy walking distance of the Solomon Island's Cultural Museum, banks, business houses, shopping centres and cafes and only a 20 minute drive away from Henderson International Airport.
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Accommodation: The hotel has 23 Deluxe Rooms, 30 Sea
View Rooms and 7 Self Contained Units with either a tropical garden setting or a stunning view of the famous Iron Bottom Sound.
All rooms are fully furnished with ceiling fans, air-conditioning, satellite TV/telephone links, in-house video, back to back movies, refrigerator, daily local newspapers, room service, tea and coffee making facilities. Sea View Rooms & Self Contained Units have balconies.
Amenities: The King Solomon Hotel has two large 'Leaf Haus' lodges, which house the 24-hour reception area, gift shop, licensed restaurant and bar. The hotel also has a landscaped
waterfall pool, business centre and travel agency located within the hotel complex, air conditioned gym facilities, a beauty and massage parlour, hair salon and souvenir shop, wireless broadband internet connection, large TVs with Australian, Music, Sport and Movie channels. Laundry, ironing and baby sitting services are also available.
Activities: Dining and regular island style entertainment
provide a Melanesian flavour to the hotel's
restaurant and Honiara's only nightclub. Relax
by the pool, play a game of tennis or organise
a tour of Honiara’s sites at the tour desk.
Price per room per night ($ AUD)
RATES VALID to 31 December 2010
Subject to change without notice. (based on single/double occupancy) |
| Standard Ground Floor Room |
$125.00 |
| Standard Deluxe Room |
$170.00 |
| Seaview Room |
$215.00 |
| Self Contained - One Bedroom |
$210.00 |
| Self Contained - Two Bedroom |
$220.00 |
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Kitano
Mendana Hotel
Kitano
Mendana Hotel is located on the oceanfront
right overlooking “Iron Bottom Sound” in the
heart of Honiara just minutes from the main
shopping area and 15 minutes from the airport.
This is Honiara’s largest hotel with 94 rooms
and all amenities you would expect from a
premium operation.
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Accommodation: The Hotel has a choice
of deluxe rooms with
sea or garden views and
three luxurious suites.
All rooms come equipped with air-conditioning,
IDD telephones, TV with in-house video and
satellite TV systems, refrigerator plus tea
and coffee making facilities.
Amenities: The hotel is completely
air-conditioned, and has a restaurant and a
bar. There is also a coffee shop, parking
garage, beauty salon, tour desk, gift shop,
boutique, business centre and a swimming pool.
Snack at the Raratana Terrace Cafe with
stunning sea views and cooling sea breezes, or
dine à la Carte including Japanese dishes at
the Capitana Restaurant.
Activities: Tours, swimming, diving,
snorkeling, golf and squash are all easily
accessible from this gateway to the unspoiled
natural splendor of the Solomon Islands. It is
possible to arrange flights to many of the
outer islands. Enjoy evening cultural shows
and island barbeques or enjoy one of the many
other tours available at the tour desk.
Price per room per night ($ AUD)
RATES VALID to 31 December 2010
Subject to change without notice. (based on single/double occupancy) |
| Garden Deluxe Room |
$155.00 |
| Seaview Room |
$170.00 |
| Seaview East - 3rd floor Room |
$180.00 |
| Suite Room |
$295.00 |
| Executive Room |
$240.00 |
| Executive Suite |
$465.00 |
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Heritage Park Hotel 
Heritage Park Hotel is located in Honiara's Central Business District, approximately 20 minutes from the International Airport. Set on over 5 acres of prime central waterfront land and tranquil landscaped gardens, the Heritage Park Hotel Honiara is known for its exclusive location, a creative dining menu and a popular nightclub.
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Accommodation: Heritage Park Hotel offers guest facilities 
such as in-room safe, mini-bar and wireless internet service in its 48 executive level rooms, which feature private balconies on the water's edge. The hotel also boasts 27 serviced apartments and suites overlooking the ocean and pool.
Amenities: Guests can dine in the Heritage Park Hotel's restaurant, which offers international cuisine or order in room service. The Hotel offers wireless internet access, in room safe, remote LCD TV, tea/coffee maker, laundry facilities, telephone, mini bar and a swimming pool where you can relax with a drink.
Activities: Tours, swimming, diving, snorkelling, golf and squash are all easily accessible from this gateway to the unspoiled natural splendor of the Solomon Islands. |
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Honiara Hotel 
The Honiara Hotel is perched on a hilltop, overlooking Honiara and the historic Iron Bottom Sound. Situated only 5 minutes from the local markets and close to the shopping centres and hospital, Honiara Hotel sets the standard in town for convenience and service. The Hotel has recently increased its guest accommodation offering new rooms featuring large balconies.
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Accommodation: The accommodation caters for the budget conscious traveller to the business  executive or tourist. All accommodation, except for the budget rooms, features air-conditioning, satellite TV, in-house video, radio, IDD telephones, private bathroom, fridge and tea and coffee making facilities.
Amenities: The Hotel offers a large swimming pool, gift shop, gym, licensed restaurant (one of the best in Honiara) & bar with live local entertainment.
Activities:
Reception can help with enquiries about diving, local tours and the famous “WWII Guadalcanal Battlefields Tours”. The hotel also specialises in conferences, banquets, cocktail parties and wedding receptions. Some of the best diving in the world can be found off the beaches around Honiara and nearby islands in the historic Iron Bottom Sound. WWII wrecks, rich coral reefs, stunning walls of colour and dramatic caverns can be explored in as little as 3 metres of warm tropical water.
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