Where to Stay in Kavieng & New Ireland – Pelagic & Walls
Resorts, hotels, and accommodation options in Kavieng & New Ireland – Pelagic & Walls
Accommodation Overview
The classic Kavieng bases are the island resorts of Lissenung and Nusa Island Retreat, which combine comfortable bungalows, house reefs, and easy boat access to the pinnacles and passages, while Kavieng town offers budget and mid-range hotels. A stay of a week lets you sample Echuca Patch, Albatross Passage, and the macro sites, and the outer frontier such as North Cape, Blupblup, and Manus is best reached on a liveaboard. Most properties include gear storage and early breakfasts for divers.
Recommended Areas
Lissenung Island
A dedicated dive island resort with house reef and boat access to the pelagic sites; ideal for divers.
Kavieng town
The provincial centre with hotels and dive centres; good budget and mid-range base.
Nusa Island
A relaxed island retreat close to town with easy access to the dive boats.