π«π· NoumΓ©a Hotel Recommendations: Hidden Gems! ποΈβ¨
1. DoubleTree by Hilton Noumea Ilot Maitre Resort π¨π π A private island escape! π€ How to get there: Take the Yellow Water Taxi from Anse Vata (~15min ride) Location: Plage Anse Vata Station (Bus Ligne 10/11) β look for the pointed-roof building! Cost: 2,900 XPF/adult (round trip) β minimum 2 passengers required Return time: Flexible, usually between 3-5 PM π° Price: From 1,500+ XPF/night (great value for a private island resort!) ποΈ Island hopping tip: On the way, youβll pass Γle aux Canards (Duck Island) π¦ Why "Duck Island"? Named after the puffin birds (French: puffin) that look like ducks! Cost: 1,250 XPF/adult (round trip) Exploration: The island is tinyβonly 10 mins to walk around! Snorkeling: Sadly, many corals are dead π (some remaining purple/green patches). 2. Nouvata Hotel & Suites π΄ποΈ π Perfect location in Anse Vata! π Transport: From Magenta Airport: Take Bus Ligne 20/40 β Place Rolland β Transfer to Ligne 10/11 β Anse Vata stop (right at the hotel!) π½οΈ Dining options nearby: Le Roof (famous overwater restaurant! π€) Vietnamese, Western, and more! Budget tip: Walk 10 mins to Oceania Supermarket (Vietnamese-owned, open until 7:30 PM) for cheap & delicious Asian-style bread, fast food, and sago desserts! π₯π πΆ Nearby attractions: Parc du Ouen Toro (10-min walk) Pacific War Museum (30-min walk) Lighthouse Island tours (Agent Mary D office next door!) β Why we loved it: Spacious rooms, good facilities Best value stay in NoumΓ©a! Final Thoughts π ποΈ Ilot Maitre = Private island luxury ποΈ Nouvata = Convenient & affordable Perfect for romantic getaways or family trips! βοΈβ€οΈ #FranceTravel #NewCaledonia #Noumea #HiddenGems #LuxuryTravel #IslandHopping #TravelTips πβ¨
