Must-see hotels in Western Province

  • Uepi Island Resort

    Western Province

    This extremely well-run resort is very popular with Australian divers, who stay here to get thrilled by the sensational dive sites right on their doorstep…

  • Zipolo Habu Resort

    Western Province

    On Lola Island, about 20 minutes by boat from Munda, this small resort with a casual atmosphere satiates the white-sand beach, coconut-palm, azure-lagoon…

  • Tetepare Island

    Western Province

    This large rainforest island is one of the Solomons’ conservation jewels. The Tetepare Descendants’ Association, which manages the island, welcomes…

  • Kahaini Guesthouse

    Western Province

    Run by American Lisa, this simple yet inviting guesthouse with a small onsite dive centre is on tiny Kahaini Island, just offshore from Chea village…

  • Matikuri Lodge

    Western Province

    Matikuri Lodge’s draw card is its soothing sense of isolation, sitting on the western arc of Marovo Lagoon. Digs are in three island-style, basic…

  • Wilderness Lodge

    Western Province

    Nestled in a coconut grove right by the lagoon, this ‘lodge’ features a large leafhouse with two bedrooms that share a bathroom as well as two seafront…

  • Lolomo Eco Resort

    Western Province

    Halfway between Munda and Gizo, this supremely relaxing place has three thatched-roof bungalows on stilts, but it’s a bummer it’s not suitable for…

  • Komolo Resort

    Western Province

    'Resort' is a pompous description for three plank wood bungalows with bucket showers, but this family-run abode on a secluded islet lying a 10-minute boat…

  • Titiru Eco Lodge

    Western Province

    After something well off the beaten track? This 'ecolodge' opened in 2014 on Rendova Island is a great place to sample authentic Melanesian life. Digs are…

  • Urilolo Lodge

    Western Province

    Saeraghi, at the northern tip of Ghizo, is a terrific place to kick off your shoes for a few days. This lovely haven consists of two charmingly simple…

  • Fatboys

    Western Province

    This small complex consists of five sea-facing bungalows that blend tropical hardwoods and traditional leaf. It’s quite spread out so you can get a decent…

  • Sanbis Resort

    Western Province

    A place of easy bliss. Relax in your creatively designed bungalow, snorkel over healthy reefs just offshore, snooze in a hammock, treat yourself to a…

  • Ropiko Beach Resort

    Western Province

    Entirely refurbished in 2015, this charming place grows on you quickly, with a clutch of well-proportioned bungalows nestled in a superb coconut grove…

  • Oravae Cottage

    Western Province

    Just 20 minutes from Gizo on an isolated island, this lovely retreat has three handsomely designed plank wood bungalows, two of which have private…

  • Agnes Lodge

    Western Province

    This long-established venture right on the waterfront (no beach) has seen better days – some say it rests on its laurels – but it has a variety of rooms…

  • Rekona Moamoa Lodge

    Western Province

    This great option has something for all purse strings. The cheaper rooms are fairly Spartan, but at these rates you know you’re not getting the Ritz. The…

  • Nagua Resthouse

    Western Province

    A short (uphill) walk from town, this family-run guesthouse features plain, functional well-scrubbed rooms with air-con, and there’s a nice communal…

  • Gizo Hotel

    Western Province

    Gizo's only hotel has suffered in recent years from a lack of maintenance and TLC, and we've heard reports of poor service. That said, it's an acceptable…

  • Cegily’s Guesthouse

    Western Province

    This small guesthouse with five fan-cooled rooms is very simple but clean, calm and secure. There’s a well-kept communal kitchen, a tidy lounge area and a…

  • Qua Roviana

    Western Province

    Just across the road from the market, this family-run abode is great value. The 15 rooms are simply furnished but serviceable, and the common lounge,…

  • Imagination Island

    Western Province

    This low-key resort, opened in 2016, enjoys a great location on an islet lying a five-minute boat ride from Gizo. It comprises four sea-facing bungalows,…

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