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Honiara


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Local Destinations
Solomon Islands

   

Gaotake
Gizo

Honiara
Live Aboards
Munda
Tulagi
Uepi

 

Hotels and Resorts

    King Solomon Hotel
Kitano Mendana Hotel
  Solomon Island Map
  Diving in Honiara
  Solomons Travel Tips

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.

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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.

 

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.

 

Hotels and Resorts in Honiara


King Solomon Hotel

King Solomon Hotel is a fabulous property built on the terraced hills of Honiara with great views over the Iron Bottom Sound. It is conveniently located one block from the sea and a short walking distance from the town and its restaurants, banks, shops and other attractions.

 

 

 

 

Accommodation: The hotel has 59 guest rooms and self-contained units offering spectacular views of Iron Bottom Sound and the surrounding islands. All rooms come equipped with either ceiling fans or air-conditioned, satellite TV, in-house video, refrigerator, IDD telephone plus tea & coffee making facilities. Most rooms also have the convenience of a small verandah

Amenities: The King Solomon Hotel has two magnificent 'Leaf Haus' lodges, which house the 24-hour reception area, gift shop, licensed restaurant and bar. The hotel also has a pool, tennis court, duty free store, convenience and gift shop for those holiday essentials, as well as hire cars and laundry services.

Activities: Dining and 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 to sites at the tour desk.

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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.

 

 

 

Accommodation: The Hotel has a choice of deluxe rooms with sea or garden views, three luxurious suites, and standard rooms. 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.

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