🇸🇧 Solomon Islands Accommodation Guide

⏪ Last time we covered flights, visas & itineraries ⏩ Today let's explore Honiara's lodging options 💰 Currency: 5 SBD ≈ 4 CNY 🏨 King Solomon Hotel • Downtown location with fun cable car to floors 1-4 • Basic sea views from most rooms • Restaurant, café & pool available • Clean AC rooms (no hot water) • 700+ SBD/night 🎰 Pacific Casino Hotel • 2km from downtown (Malaysian-Chinese owned) • Features pool, Chinese restaurant & seaside pavilion • Clean AC rooms (some with sea views) • 700+ SBD (Chinese guests can bargain!) 🛏️ Rock Haven Guesthouse • Opposite central market (uphill walk required) • Overlooks downtown but rooms are basic/dark • Mix of AC & fan-only rooms • 250-600 SBD/night 🏡 Chester Homestay • Central hillside location near market • Shared bathrooms & kitchen with sea-view balcony • Popular with international backpackers • 300+ SBD/night ✨ Heritage Park Hotel • Waterfront location (opposite post office) • Best available (comparable to Chinese 3-4★) • Favored by business travelers & diplomats • Features restaurant, bar, pool & dance hall • 2200+ SBD/night Other options: • Coral Sea Resort • Honiara Hotel ⚠️ Important Notes: • Prices 2-3× higher than China (near Australia levels) • Basic facilities for the price • Outer islands offer cheaper but more rustic stays • Pro tip: Many Chinese travelers opt for shared housing 🌴 For Outer Island Explorers: 1️⃣ Munda has better infrastructure 2️⃣ Liveaboard diving offers decent conditions 3️⃣ Cruise ships provide visa-free transit #TravelTips #Oceania #SolomonIslands #IslandHopping #BudgetTravel #LuxuryTravel #SouthPacific #DivingParadise