Must-see hotels in New Caledonia

  • Le Lagon

    Noumea

    Although back from the beach at Anse Vata, Le Lagon is the top boutique hotel in Noumea. A bright aquarium, lovely art and friendly staff welcome guests…

  • Gîte Nataiwatch

    Île des Pins

    This is a popular gîte with a wide range of accommodation options in a wooded area towards the eastern end of Baie de Kanuméra. There's everything from…

  • Moague

    Loyalty Islands

    This friendly beachside accommodation in Mouli is run by Charly Aema, famous for his boat excursions. There’s camping, five thatched-roof bungalows,…

  • L’Oasis de Kiamu

    Loyalty Islands

    This oasis right beside the main road and below limestone cliffs offers a variety of smart rooms, a swimming pool, a superb restaurant, a snack bar and…

  • Hôtel Beaurivage

    Noumea

    Nicely refurbished and in a brilliant location just across the road from the beach, the Beaurivage is a great option. Le Nahalie's Bar, the popular onsite…

  • Gite Yedjele Beach

    Loyalty Islands

    A top spot to stay right on the island's most gorgeous beach. These sturdy bungalows, with kitchenette and mezzanine floor, can accommodate up to seven…

  • Hôtel Nengone Village

    Loyalty Islands

    The island's only upmarket hotel, Nengone Village has spacious and comfortable bungalows that feature local timbers along a boardwalk. There's a…

  • Chez Nath

    Loyalty Islands

    Head through the casual open-air restaurant (meals from 2000 CFP) and follow the coral paths to two smart traditional thatched-roof cases with an external…

  • Auberge de Jeunesse

    Noumea

    This efficient and friendly hostel, behind St Joseph’s Cathedral, has a fantastic view of the city and Baie de la Moselle. The dorms and twin rooms share…

  • Seday

    Loyalty Islands

    Up north, in the quiet tribu of Roh, is a little honeymoon bungalow (5600 CFP) set on a rock in the water, plus three thatched bungalows. Sit on the…

  • Nouvata Hôtel Complex

    Noumea

    In the middle of the tourist atmosphere at Anse Vata, this complex has all the facilities you could possibly need. There are three hotels: Le Pacifique,…

  • Hôtel Paradis d’Ouvéa

    Loyalty Islands

    Step out of your luxurious spacious villa onto the stunning white-sand beach, or lie on your private deck and think about swimming in the azure sea. The…

  • Ramada Plaza

    Noumea

    With studios, suites and apartments at the twin-towered Ramada Plaza, the bases are covered. All are tastefully decorated in contemporary Pacific style…

  • Tour du Monde

    Noumea

    It may seem a suburban location, and it is out of town, but you’re in another world when you get through the gates. Each cabin is themed with pictures of…

  • L’escapade

    Noumea

    This is overwater bungalows at their best on Îlot Maître, a couple of kilometres south of Anse Vata beach, only 20 minutes from Noumea by shuttle boat…

  • Chez Dydyce

    Loyalty Islands

    This spot has a good camp kitchen, clean bathrooms and sunny camping spots. The restaurant Snack Champagne (complete with sand floor) is on-site, offering…

  • Le Méridien Noumea

    Noumea

    Out on the point beyond Anse Vata beach, this stunning hotel has landscaped grounds, a hypnotic pool area (the best in town) and several restaurants. You…

  • Faré Falaise

    Loyalty Islands

    Perched on the very edge of the cliffs at Jokin at the northern tip of Lifou, Faré Falaise offers rustic bungalows and camping. The water is via 150 steps…

  • Hôtel Drehu Village

    Loyalty Islands

    Turn down towards Châteaubriand beach and you’ll find Lifou's upmarket hotel where comfortable bungalows spread through to the grass and white-sand beach…

  • Gîte Cocotier

    Loyalty Islands

    Sammy has some good options at Cocotier, about 500m north of the church in Mouli. It’s across the road from the beach, but you can pitch your tent on the…

  • Camping/Restaurant Le Kou-gny

    Île des Pins

    This rustic campsite and restaurant is on the beach, five minutes east of Le Méridien. Tables are set under trees looking out over the water and it does a…

  • Le Méridien

    Île des Pins

    This is tropical luxury at its best. While the central lounge, bar and restaurant areas invite you to relax and enjoy, the rooms are as top-notch as you…

  • Waterloo

    Loyalty Islands

    There are two thatched cases here in pretty gardens beside the family home. Dinner is likely to be fish (2500 CFP), served with a delicious papaya salad…

  • Ouré Tera Hotel

    Île des Pins

    This top place is right on the water at Baie de Kanuméra. The open bar and dining room (mains 2800 CFP to 3600 CFP) open on to a spectacular curving pool…

  • À La Petit Baie

    Loyalty Islands

    À La Petit Baie's case, in lovely gardens, is one of the best you’ll find, and the dining room and bar is by the sea (organise your simple meals the day…

  • Hôtel New Caledonia

    Noumea

    Simple and central says it all for this 28-room hotel in Quartier Latin in the city centre. It's just inland from Port Moselle, close to the action, and…

  • Chez Jeannette

    Loyalty Islands

    Jeannette’s homestay buzzes with energy as adventurers organise their day. It’s right on the beach at the northern end of Baie de Châteaubriand. Follow…

  • Hôtel Kou-Bugny

    Île des Pins

    Kou-Bugny is right on Kuto beach, with rooms on the inland side of the quiet road and its restaurant almost on the sand. Sit on the terrace with a drink…

  • Relais Le Kuberka

    Île des Pins

    A short walk from the beach, this home-away-from-home has tidy rooms and bungalows set around a small garden and pool. The restaurant serves an excellent…

  • Casa del Sole

    Noumea

    This hard-to-miss skyscraper houses spacious and modern apartments with bright kitchenettes, comfy furnishings and private terraces filled with views. It…

  • Hôtel Le Paris

    Noumea

    With 24-hour reception in the centre of Noumea, Hôtel Le Paris is only a short stroll from Place des Cocotiers and right next to Best Cafe. Rooms are…

  • Hilton Noumea La Promenade Residences

    Noumea

    A top spot on Anse Vata beach with gorgeous rooms ranging from studios to suites to apartments. The beach, restaurants and shopping are right outside…

  • Hotel Beaupré

    Loyalty Islands

    Lovely bungalows, the restaurant specialises in seafood, plus you can join island and boat tours at this well-positioned place not far from the airport…

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