King Solomon Hotel Honiara, Honiara
About the Hotel
The King Solomon Hotel is situated in Honiara's Central Business District, providing easy access to key locations like the National Museum. Known for its distinctive architecture and vibrant atmosphere, the hotel offers a unique South Pacific experience. It features modern amenities, a cable car service, and is surrounded by lush tropical gardens. Historically significant, it overlooks Iron Bottom Sound, a noted WWII site.
Location
The King Solomon Hotel is conveniently located 9.5 miles from Honiara International Airport and provides airport transfer services. Its central position places guests near essential services, including the Australian Embassy and local markets. Nearby attractions like the National Museum and Botanical Gardens are within walking distance. The hotel’s setting allows easy exploration of Honiara's cultural and historical sites.
Rooms
The hotel comprises 73 spacious, air-conditioned rooms designed for comfort. Various room types include self-contained apartments and sea-view rooms, catering to different guest preferences. Each room is equipped with essential amenities such as a refrigerator, flat-screen TV, and seating area. Guests can enjoy private balconies with views, enhancing the sense of home while staying in Honiara.
Eat & Drink
King Solomon Hotel features multiple dining venues, including the Kai Kai Haus Restaurant, known for its diverse menu and vibrant atmosphere. Guests can enjoy breakfast in the Bamboo Bar Café, which boasts both indoor and outdoor seating. The hotel's bars, including the Hibiscus Bar, offer local craft beers and a social setting ideal for mingling with locals and expats alike. Pizzas cooked in an outdoor firewood oven at the Kai Kai Haus emphasize the hotel's commitment to quality dining.
Leisure & Business
An infinity pool with a waterfall provides a relaxing space for guests, while cultural performances enhance the hotel experience. Business guests have access to two conference facilities, accommodating various sizes and needs. The hotel staff offers attentive service, assisting with event planning and catering to individual requirements. Additionally, the library and multiple bars contribute to leisure opportunities on-site.
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Facilities
General
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free Wi-Fi in public areas
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- VIP check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- 24-hour security
- Baggage storage
- Elevator
- Currency exchange
- Coffee shop
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness center
Guest Parking
- Shared kitchen
- Electric kettle
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Services
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Welcome drink
- Happy hour
Dining
- Restaurant
- Poolside snack bar
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Children's menu
Spa & Leisure
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Sun loungers
- Live entertainment
- Night club
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- BBQ facilities
- Public Bath
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Shared kitchen
- Electric kettle
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Location
Reviews and Ratings
The hotel's rooms were described as average, almost back-packerish, with some disappointing issues like the lack of a working kettle and charging in Solomon Dollars. However, the service was highlighted as friendly and helpful, despite some instances of slowness. The location, although good and close to town and banks, involved challenges in getting simple needs attended to. The dining experience was found to be very poor and in need of improvement. On the positive side, the hotel boasted a service-oriented staff and a fair price compared to similar hotels in the area.
Staying at this hotel was a mixed experience. The location is convenient and close to various amenities, but some aspects like the dining could use improvement. The rooms on the cable car stand out for their friendliness, but service can be hit or miss at times.
The hotel had average rooms with a back-packerish feel, a lovely cafe and pizza place on the top level, but unfortunately located over a noisy nightclub that disrupted sleep until early hours. The room had issues like no hot water, dripping taps, and a challenging set of stairs to access.
I had a fantastic stay at the hotel! The rooms were clean, comfortable, and located closer to all the shops, offering a better experience than other hotels I've stayed at. The view overlooking Honiara town and Iron bottom sound was breathtaking. The service was exceptional, with staff who are very nice, extremely flexible, and always eager to help, making my experience truly enjoyable. The location was convenient, being close to various attractions and with knowledgeable long-term guests willing to assist. However, dining options were limited, and the change in generator set timing was a slight inconvenience.
The hotel is located on the western side of town, with rooms facing the town side. While the hotel room had a small balcony and attached bathroom, it was disappointing to find out that the safe was not functioning and even had rubbish inside. The stay is charged in Solomon Dollars, and there was an attempt to charge for breakfast despite having a no breakfast booking. The hotel social area can get noisy in the evening due to locals living nearby.
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