BEFORE YOU PLAN YOUR ACCOMMODATION - READ THIS!

Please be aware when booking travel to any of the remote places in the Solomon Islands, many homestays, village stays, and guest houses  do not own any smart phones. The Solomon Islands is truly a unique place, and the remoteness of many villages make communications challenging. Phone towers are often faulty or un-serviced, and even if a village does have a smartphone they may need to hike up a hill or travel across their island to get reception - which many only do once a week to check for messages and bookings. 

If you aren't having any luck getting in touch with the accommodation you are after, reach out to Tourism Solomons via their website. They will try to get in touch with the accommodation/tour provider for you. This may take a few weeks, so plan ahead, be patient, and check in with them politely. Sometimes a message to an accommodation will have to travel via word of mouth to advise that there is a guest coming to stay. So be patient, and please don't behave like an entitled foreigner if a reply takes a few weeks!

My advice is that if you're interested in visiting a particular remote area, message as many of the accommodation providers as you can via email and WhatsApp, then choose which one you'll stay with based on who is able to respond!

The Solomon Islands is incredibly remote. It's like no where else in the world, and you can truly experience village life away from the conveniences of the West. You won't always get a reply, and communciation can be slow, but it's worth it. 

Gizo Town

Gizo Hotel

Location: PO Box 30, Gizo
Phone: (677) 60199
Email: gizohotel@solomon.com.sb
Website: www.gizohotel.com | www.solomonislandsresorts.com

Gizo Hotel offers a wide range of amenities including a massage parlour, in-bound island tours, airport transfers, portage, in-house laundry, housekeeping, room service, and money exchange. The hotel features air-conditioned rooms, self-contained or standard rooms with shared facilities, credit card facilities, wireless internet, and Australian TV channels. There is also a souvenir shop, restaurant and bar, pool, and dive shop. The newly built SB Bar offers a relaxing spot where you can enjoy a cold drink and fish off the water's edge.

Rekona Lodge

Location: PO Box 91, Gizo
Phone: (677) 60368
Email: rekona.lodge@gmail.com

Rekona Lodge offers budget single and double rooms with shared facilities and cooking facilities. It features 24-hour security and ceiling fans in all rooms. Self-contained rooms are also available for added comfort.

Naqua Motel

Location: PO Box 127, Gizo
Phone: (677) 60274 or (677) 60012
Mobile: (677) 754 2173
Email: mngodoro@yahoo.com or kmlhardware2017@gmail.com

Naqua Motel offers 9 self-contained rooms with air conditioning. Additional amenities include in-house laundry on request, housekeeping, and public phones. Dormitory rooms are also available with shared facilities, as well as a communal kitchen with free cooking utensils provided for guest use.

Gelvinas Motel

Location: PO Box 106, Gizo
Phone: (677) 60276 or 60553

Gelvinas Motel offers self-contained rooms with air conditioning. Guests can also enjoy a communal kitchen with free cooking utensils. All rooms are air-conditioned with shared kitchen facilities.

Green Motel

Location: PO Box 145, Gizo
Phone: (677) 60005 or 60549
Email: greenmotel.gizo@hotmail.com

Green Motel offers budget dormitory rooms with shared showers and cooking facilities, featuring ceiling fans. Additionally, self-contained units with air conditioning and private facilities are available, as well as a communal kitchen for guest use.

Ocean View Lodge

Phone: (677) 7723468 or (677) 8808030
Email: oceanviewlodge.gizo@gmail.com

Ocean View Lodge is a family-owned property located in Gizo, offering stunning ocean views. The property provides a beautiful outlook to the ocean, making it an ideal choice for those seeking a peaceful, scenic stay.

Phebes Guesthouse

Location: P.O. Box 61, Gizo Hill Top
Phone: (677) 60161
Mobile: (677) 743 1083

Phebes Guesthouse is a hilltop location, ideal for backpackers and budget travelers. The guesthouse features 5 dormitory-style rooms with shared facilities and a communal kitchen. All rooms have ceiling fans, offering a comfortable and affordable stay.

Gizo Off-Shore

Fatboys Resort & Restaurant

Location: Mbabanga Island, P.O. Box 140, Gizo
Phone: (677) 60526 or 60095
Mobile: (677) 7443107 or 7740560
Email: fatboys@solomon.com.sb
Website: www.fatboysgizo.com

Fatboys Resort & Restaurant offers in-bound island tours, airport transfers, in-house laundry, and housekeeping services. The resort features four traditional bungalows with modern facilities, including coffee and tea-making facilities, as well as a new self-contained modern-styled private apartment.

Oravae Cottage

Location: Sepo Island
Mobile: (677) 7400774
Email: nb.oravae@gmail.com
Website: www.oravaecottage.com

Oravae Cottage is a private retreat situated by the water’s edge on its own island, just 15 minutes by boat from Gizo. The spacious cottage is made up of 2 buildings and comfortably sleeps 5-6 adults. It features a small kitchenette and private facilities. Meals can be provided, and boat transfers, tours, and activities can be arranged.

Sanbis Resort

Location: Mbabanga Island, PO Box 144, Gizo
Mobile: (677) 74 43109
Email: relax@sanbisresort.com
Website: www.sanbisresort.com

Sanbis Resort is located 10 minutes from Gizo by boat. The resort offers 6 beach bungalows with ensuites, plus “The Lodge,” which features air-conditioned beach bungalows, lounge, and dining areas. Resort facilities include 2 bars, 2 restaurants, and an on-site dive center. Day trips and water sports are available.

Imagination Island Coral Reef Resort

Location: PO Box 89, Gizo, Western Province
Phone: (677) 774 7774
Email: imagination.island@yahoo.com

Imagination Island Coral Reef Resort offers an exclusive experience with breathtaking views and easy access to nearby reefs. Guests can enjoy a range of activities and explore the natural beauty of the island.

Kilupania Resort

Location: Epanga Island, Gizo, Western Province
Mobile: (677) 7431463
Email: marthaaustin.vumba@gmail.com

Kilupania Resort offers a peaceful retreat with modern amenities on Epanga Island, ideal for those seeking a tranquil getaway while enjoying the surrounding natural beauty.

Urilolo Lodge

Location: Saeraghi, Gizo, Western Province
Mobile: (677) 7888696
Email: info@tourismsolomons.com.sb

Urilolo Lodge offers comfortable accommodations and is conveniently located to explore the scenic beauty of Gizo and the surrounding areas.

Munda & Surrounding Areas

Agnes Lodge

Location: T: (677) 62133
Email: mundamagic@agneslodge.com.sb
Website: www.agneslodge.com.sb

Agnes Lodge is located just a 3-minute stroll from Munda Airport on the waterfront. The lodge features 30 cottages and rooms with fans and private facilities. On-site facilities include a restaurant, a bar, and laundry service. A dive center is adjacent to the lodge, and tours are available, including to Skull Island. Credit cards are accepted.

Tituru Eco Lodge

Location: Rendova, Western Province
Mobile: (677) 8593230
Email: info@titiruecolodge.com
Website: www.tetepare.org

Nestled in a private Saqiri Bay, Tituru Eco Lodge offers a life-enriching experience in total relaxation of mind and soul, all within a secluded and serene environment. Accessible via a one-hour direct flight from Honiara to Munda, followed by a boat ride to the bay, Tituru provides accommodation in well-built traditional leaf huts. These include garden, seafront, and overwater bungalows suitable for couples, families, and individuals.

Kamuana Transit House

Mobile: (677) 796388 / 7615440

Kamuana Transit House offers comfortable accommodation for those in transit through the region. The house provides a relaxed setting for short stays.

Mami Rest House

Mobile: (677) 7401431
Email: zuata@soltuna.com.sb

Mami Rest House provides budget-friendly accommodations for travelers looking for a quiet place to rest. It offers convenient access to local attractions and amenities.

Runaway Apartment

Mobile: (677) 7449621
Email: kaleqe61@gmail.com

Runaway Apartment offers a simple, self-contained option for visitors. Ideal for those looking for a homely retreat with the flexibility to enjoy their own space.

Castaway Lagoon Resort

Location: Hobupeka Island, Munda, Western Province
Mobile: (677) 7496988
Email: castawaysolomon@gmail.com

Located just 2 minutes by boat from Munda on Hobupeka Island, Castaway Lagoon Resort offers eco-lodges and self-contained bungalows with modern furnishings. The resort also features a bar and restaurant, along with land and water tours available for guests.

Qua Roviana

Location: Munda, Western Province
Phone: (677) 62123
Mobile: (677) 7472472
Email: quaroviana@gmail.com

Qua Roviana is just a 5-minute stroll from the airport, catering to budget travelers. It offers 10 rooms and dormitory-style accommodation with shared facilities, including a common kitchen and lounge area for guests.

Zipolo Habu Resort

Location: Lola Island, Vona Vona Lagoon, PO Box 165, Munda
Phone: (677) 62178
Email: zipolo@solomon.com.sb
Website: www.zipolohabu.com.sb

Located on Lola Island, about 20 minutes by boat from Munda, Zipolo Habu Resort features 11 bungalows, some with kitchenettes and fridges, and others self-contained with private facilities. The resort includes a restaurant, bar, BBQ area, and a range of activities. Credit cards are accepted.

Tetepare Eco-Lodge

Location: Tetepare Island, Roviana Lagoon
Phone: (677) 62163
Email: teteparebookings@gmail.com
Website: www.tetepare.org

Tetepare Eco-Lodge offers leaf house accommodation with shared facilities. A common kitchen is available with cooking utensils provided for guests. The lodge provides housekeeping, tours, 24-hour security, and transfers.

Marovo Lagoon - Gatakae and South-East Marovo

Ropiko Eco Lodge

Location: Gatakae Island, Marovo Lagoon
Phone: (677) 28065
Email: roncypiko@gmail.com

Ropiko Eco Lodge offers a rustic and peaceful stay with double and single rooms. Shared kitchen facilities allow guests to enjoy a more independent experience, with the natural beauty of the Marovo Lagoon surrounding the area.

Driftwood

Location: Kavolavata village, Nggatokae, South Marovo Lagoon
Phone: +61 401223504
Email: bookdriftwoodsi@gmail.com
Website: https://www.driftwoodsi.com/accommodation
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/driftwoodsolomonislands
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/driftwoodlodge/ 

Driftwood blends adventure, nature, and luxury. Crafted from 70% fallen trees, the house offers an open-plan kitchen/dining/lounge with ocean views. It has three unique ensuite rooms, including a convertible king bed and a loft room with an ocean-view bathroom and balcony. Guests can enjoy leisure on the wrap-around verandah amidst landscaped outdoor seating.

Prices to stay at driftwood start at SBD$1000 (AUD$200) per night. It's a western-owned and built eco-lodge. 

Gizo - Nearby Islands

Nyiami Village Stay - Ranongga Island

Location: Nyiami Village, Ranongga Island
Phone: (677) 747 8526
Email: cttanito@yahoo.com

Nyiami Village Stay offers accommodation in a traditional leaf house with shared facilities on Ranongga Island, located about 45 minutes by boat from Gizo. This village stay is ideal for bird-watching, bush walking, and enriching cultural experiences, offering guests a chance to immerse themselves in the local community.

Imbo Rano Lodge

Location: PO Box 382, Ringgi Cove
Phone: (677) 60380 or 60872
Email: coordinator@kibca.org
Website: www.kibca.org

Located 20 minutes' drive up from Ringgi Cove, Imbo Rano Lodge features an 18-meter-long balcony with stunning views. Accommodation is in lodge-style rooms with shared facilities, and there is a communal kitchen available for guests.

Marovo - Seghe and North-West Marovo

Uepi Island Resort

Phone: (613) 9787 7904
Email: info@uepi.com
Website: www.uepi.com

Uepi Island Resort offers the ultimate escape location. Situated on a small tropical island at the edge of the longest lagoon in the world, the resort provides a relaxed and comfortable atmosphere, allowing guests to absorb the natural wonder of this Pacific paradise. The resort features six bungalows, two units, and two guest rooms with a maximum capacity of twenty-six beds, all set amidst colorful tropical gardens offering privacy and intimacy with a relaxed social environment.

Evis Resort

Location: Nggatirana Island, Marovo
Phone: (677) 7812358 or (677) 79 68237
Email: evis.resort@gmail.com

Set amidst beautiful trees on the lagoon side of Nggatirana Island, Evis Resort offers luxury beachfront bungalows and a central restaurant/bar/reception area. The island is a designated 15-hectare conservation area where guests can enjoy wildlife, birds, and orchids. The resort is perfect for off-the-beach snorkeling along a 300-meter stretch of unspoiled coral, home to a myriad of small fish and other aquatic species.

Berina Guest House

Location: Seghe, Marovo Lagoon
Mobile: (677) 7403838

Berina Guest House is a 3-minute stroll from Seghe airport, located on the shores of Marovo Lagoon. The guest house offers 4 dormitory-style rooms with shared facilities. Meals are provided, and a small shop is adjacent to the property. Lagoon tours are also available for guests.

Sea Lodge

Location: Chuchulu, Marovo Lagoon
Mobile: (677) 7503732 or (677) 7757479

Located about a 15-minute boat ride from Seghe airport in Chuchulu village, Sea Lodge offers comfortable accommodation in a traditional leaf house. With 3 guest rooms, Sea Lodge can accommodate a maximum of 8 people. The lodge provides an intimate setting on the shores of Marovo Lagoon.

Vuana Kino Home Stay

Location: P.O Box c/o Juliette Kimi, Marovo Lagoon
Mobile: (677) 7486693
Email: vanuakino.jkimi@gmail.com

Vuana Kino Home Stay offers village tours on request, meals provided, and transfers. Accommodation consists of bungalows with separate shared facilities, including a common kitchen for guests.

Seghe Transit Lodge

Location: Marovo Lagoon
Mobile: (677) 755000
Website: www.seghelodge.com

Ramata Islands

Mavo Guest House

Location: Ramata Island, Marovo Lagoon
Mailing Address: P.O. Box Ramata Postal Agency
Telephone: (677) 24951 / 22422
Email: adventure@ccka.com.au

Mavo Guest House offers rooms with shared facilities and a restaurant with a kitchenette provided for guest use.

Shortland Islands

Mono Clinic Guest House

Location: Mono Island, Shortland Islands
Mailing Address: C/O Mono Clinic

Mono Clinic Guest House offers double and single basic rooms with shared facilities, a common kitchen, and cooking utensils provided free for guest use.

Nila Vocational Guest House

Location: Nila Station, Shortland Islands
Mailing Address: C/O Nila Catholic Parish

Nila Vocational Guest House offers double and single basic rooms with shared facilities, a common kitchen, and cooking utensils provided free for guest use.