Loloata Island Resort
The best hotel for Port Moresby if you have a little time for transfers. It's a 15 to 20-minute drive from the airport to the jetty, from where a boat will take you on a 15-minute ride into Bootless Bay to the beautiful and private Loloata Island Resort. 68 tastefully appointed suites and villas, set overwater or on the oceanfront, overlook a private beach and house reefs. Ocean View Rooms, with two queen beds, with breakfast and dinner for two and airport transfers start at $280 USD.
Loloata Island Resort has the best capital city scuba diving in the world. 25 minutes from the airport, yet a world away, this private island is home to a 5-star boutique property with overwater bungalows and suites, and ocean view rooms.
The breezy, comfortable Ocean View Room is set within the main resort building with stunning sea views and direct access to the private beach, Bootless Bay Restaurant & Bar, The Beach Club, Sea Salt Spa and the pool. 34 sqm bedroom & 11 sqm private terrace.
Set within tropical gardens, the modern and well-appointed Ocean View Suites are bright, spacious and have uninterrupted sea views. Slightly secluded, it is romantic and private yet only a short, leisurely stroll to our private beach. 30 sqm bedroom & 12 sqm private terrace.
The Overwater Suite is right on the water; sleep to the soft sound of the waves and wake up to spectacular sunrises. These suites are private and romantic, yet only a stone’s throw away from the private beach, Bootless Bay Restaurant & Bar, The Beach Club, Sea Salt Spa and the pool. You’ll feel a million miles away from everything… 30 sqm bedroom and 30 sqm private over water deck.
All the rooms are fully air-conditioned; have coffee and tea making facilities, cable TV, hairdryer, minifridge, safety box and a tropical fruit basket on arrival.
Loloata Island Resort has the best capital city scuba diving in the world. 25 minutes from the airport, yet a world away, this private island is home to a 5-star boutique property with overwater bungalows and suites, and ocean view rooms.
The breezy, comfortable Ocean View Room is set within the main resort building with stunning sea views and direct access to the private beach, Bootless Bay Restaurant & Bar, The Beach Club, Sea Salt Spa and the pool. 34 sqm bedroom & 11 sqm private terrace.
Set within tropical gardens, the modern and well-appointed Ocean View Suites are bright, spacious and have uninterrupted sea views. Slightly secluded, it is romantic and private yet only a short, leisurely stroll to our private beach. 30 sqm bedroom & 12 sqm private terrace.
The Overwater Suite is right on the water; sleep to the soft sound of the waves and wake up to spectacular sunrises. These suites are private and romantic, yet only a stone’s throw away from the private beach, Bootless Bay Restaurant & Bar, The Beach Club, Sea Salt Spa and the pool. You’ll feel a million miles away from everything… 30 sqm bedroom and 30 sqm private over water deck.
All the rooms are fully air-conditioned; have coffee and tea making facilities, cable TV, hairdryer, minifridge, safety box and a tropical fruit basket on arrival.
Loloata Diving |
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With over 29 dive sites around Bootless Bay, Loloata Island Resort provides a world of marine explorations for every diver.
While often overlooked by divers passing through on their way to Milne Bay or Kimbe Bay; on the contrary to what one might expect, there is some real quality diving just off Port Moresby.
Diving Port Moresby has a distinctly “local” flavour as there is a strong following from the large expat community based in the capital that regularly enjoys the 29+ dive sites the location offers. Some of the best dive sites are concentrated along the offshore and sunken barrier reefs; many of which can be absolutely stunning in the right conditions.
Loloata Island Resort in Bootless Bay has a strong reputation with the international dive community because of the previous dive resort which operated on the island for almost 40 years.
The redeveloped resort boasts several dive sites less than a 30-minute boat ride away, fully equipped dive shop facilities, fast dive boats, an experienced team of dedicated instructors and dive guides providing a high standard of service to ensure each dive is truly memorable.
A selection of PADI Dive Courses are available - Learning to dive or upgrading your current certification and skills was never easier.
Hot tip: Loloata is a great place to see and photograph the quite rare and very beautiful Rhinopias.
While often overlooked by divers passing through on their way to Milne Bay or Kimbe Bay; on the contrary to what one might expect, there is some real quality diving just off Port Moresby.
Diving Port Moresby has a distinctly “local” flavour as there is a strong following from the large expat community based in the capital that regularly enjoys the 29+ dive sites the location offers. Some of the best dive sites are concentrated along the offshore and sunken barrier reefs; many of which can be absolutely stunning in the right conditions.
Loloata Island Resort in Bootless Bay has a strong reputation with the international dive community because of the previous dive resort which operated on the island for almost 40 years.
The redeveloped resort boasts several dive sites less than a 30-minute boat ride away, fully equipped dive shop facilities, fast dive boats, an experienced team of dedicated instructors and dive guides providing a high standard of service to ensure each dive is truly memorable.
A selection of PADI Dive Courses are available - Learning to dive or upgrading your current certification and skills was never easier.
Hot tip: Loloata is a great place to see and photograph the quite rare and very beautiful Rhinopias.
Loloata dive seasons
Late December until early April is the wet season:
The sea is usually relatively calm, but the visibility declines through the wet season.
Late April until late May is the doldrums:
The sea is usually calm and the visibility begins to improve.
Early June until early October is the dry season:
Southeast trade winds blow at this time, making the sea sometimes choppy, but visibility is good.
Late October until early December is the doldrums again:
This best diving season, with calm seas and good visibility.
Water temperature ranges from 25 degrees C (76 degrees F) in August and September up to 30 degrees C (86 degrees F) in March and April divers are advised to wear Lycra suits to prevent sunburn and stings. During the cooler months a 3mm wetsuit or thicker is recommended. Even during adverse weather conditions, some dive sites remain accessible.
The sea is usually relatively calm, but the visibility declines through the wet season.
Late April until late May is the doldrums:
The sea is usually calm and the visibility begins to improve.
Early June until early October is the dry season:
Southeast trade winds blow at this time, making the sea sometimes choppy, but visibility is good.
Late October until early December is the doldrums again:
This best diving season, with calm seas and good visibility.
Water temperature ranges from 25 degrees C (76 degrees F) in August and September up to 30 degrees C (86 degrees F) in March and April divers are advised to wear Lycra suits to prevent sunburn and stings. During the cooler months a 3mm wetsuit or thicker is recommended. Even during adverse weather conditions, some dive sites remain accessible.