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THE STANLEY HOTEL & SUITES

For five star luxury in the heart of Port Moresby, The access for both cable and Wi-Fi allows you stay in touch with business
Stanley Hotel & Suites is unbeatable. and home.
Suites boast a spacious separate lounge and bedroom with a
Where the forest meets the city, in Waigani, the commercial
and government district of Port Moresby, The Stanley is close to kitchenette in the lounge area. All standard rooms have two queen
Parliament House, all government offices, most of the foreign sized beds and Deluxe Executive and suite categories all have king
embassies or consulates, and is only a five-minute drive to the size beds. One- and two-bedroom apartments face either east toward
airport. the Owen Stanley
Range or west overlooking the pool area. Executive room and suite
Perfectly situated, the hotel also offers the convenience, safety
PORT MORESBY and security of being connected to Port Moresby’s only integrated guests have automatic access to the Club Lounge where you can
shopping complex, Vision City Mega Mall, giving you direct access to enjoy complimentary breakfast daily, and happy hour drinks plus a
Port Moresby’s premier nightclub, The Cosmopolitan, the city’s only selection of snacks, coffee and tea throughout the day.
Port Moresby is home to 200,000 people, with 700 diverse here in 1978 and is well worth a visit. Located on the slopes of cinema, as well as specialty restaurants and bars. The expansive pool deck area includes a 40-metre lap section in the
languages and cultures. Independence Hill at Waigani, it’s open weekdays and
Sunday afternoons. The Stanley provides exceptional service, superb accommodation and main pool, and two shallow relaxation areas. There is a grassed area
The town consists of a complex traditional society formed by modern facilities whether travelling for business or pleasure. that is ideal for outdoor functions and an elevated deck area with
historical bonds between the traditional land owners, the coastal In September join in the celebrations of the Hiri Moale Festival to covered daybeds and deck chairs to enjoy as much, or as little, of the
Motuans and the inland Koitabu. Port Moresby fluctuates from commemorate the historical trade between villagers around the Gulf Across 18 levels are 433 rooms and suites as well as serviced sun as you like.
the hustle of commercialisation to the serenity of a country town. Province and the Motuans and Koitabuans of Central Province. The apartments for long-stay guests. All are equipped with the features
Downtown at the waterside is the nostalgic Port Moresby. festival features canoe races, processions, choirs, string bands, and amenities you would expect in a five-star hotel. The large 42” TV A poolside bar and café provide casual dining for hotel guests and the
sing-sings and the Hiri Queen contest.The Sogeri Plateau (46 ZEN Spa offers a peaceful and serene place to unwind and escape.
At the entrance of Fairfax Harbour are Lolorua and Daugo kilometres from Port Moresby) is where the Kokoda Trail became the with multiple channels to choose from will make you feel at home, Guests can also make use of the extensive gymnasium with state-of-
(Fishermen’s) Islands, favourite picnic areas for sailors. Beautiful centre of war between Japanese and Allied Troops during WWII. while a desk gives you space to work and complimentary internet the-art equipment as well as a room for classes with instructors.
views from Paga Point overlook Ela Beach and Koki Point. Juxtaposed
to the metropolis is the partly stilt-based Hanuabada Village. Variarata National Park is a spectacular mountain region, with views
over Port Moresby and the coastline. If you get up early enough, you
Burnt after WWII, the big village was rebuilt by the Australian can catch the mist blanketing the ranges. Sir John Guise Drive, Waigani NCD, Port Moresby, PAPUA NEW GUINEA www.thestanleypng.com
Tel: +675 3028888 Fax: +675 302 8899 Email: [email protected]
Administration. Despite cosmetic changes, the character of the
village is still there and is renowned for elaborate ceremonies. Koki Westbound from Port Moresby is the Hiritano Highway, connecting
market on the waterfront is a favourite for trade in fresh seafood and the city with Bereina, home of the Kairuku and Mekeo people. The
has a colourful fruit and vegetable market. Be sure to visit PNG Arts Mekeos are renowned for their strong chieftain system and grand
and Beyond Art, to see PNG’s largest collection of tribal artefacts. traditional costumes.
The National Parliament, a symbol of modern architecture, contrasts
with the dignity of traditional design at The National Museum and Art
Gallery. The first permanent display of local artefacts was established

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