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Zipolo Habu Resort is on the paradise Lola Island, in the turquoise Vona Vona Lagoon. Nestled between Vona Vona Island, Kohinggo Island and the western tip of New Georgia Island, Lola Island is in a sheltered, shallow lagoon and is surrounded by small deserted islands, white sand banks and colourful coral reefs.
The Zipolo Habu Resort has evolved over many years, with lots of hard work and determination by the owners, into a property reflecting a true island experience, but with comfortable accommodation that today's travellers are more used to.
The bungalows have been built using traditional designs and local materials, including Sago Palm leaf for the walls, shutters and roof, and Lawyer cane and Wild Betel Nut Tree for the wooden structure and framework.
The 2 Traditional Bungalows offer 2 separate bedrooms with 2 Double beds or 4 Single beds, all with mosquito nets, a separate living room, small kitchenette area with mini-fridge, 1-ring gas hob, drinking water and tea and coffee making facilities, 240v power (available 11am-11pm) wall fans, and a private covered verandah with views over the garden to the beach and sea beyond. The bungalows share bathroom and toilet facilities.
The 2 Semi-Deluxe Bungalows offer the same facilities, but with extra added touches, such as wall fans, 24hr power and more luxurious finishes, and are closer to the beach. One bungalow is slightly larger than the other and has an extra single bed in one of the bedrooms, has another small covered verandah off the back bedroom, and they share bathroom and toilet facilities.
The 2 Deluxe Bungalows offer premium accommodation, with 2 bedrooms with 1 Queen and 1 Double bed with mosquito nets, ensuite bathroom with hot rainwater showers, a large living room with chairs and table, a small kitchenette area that has a mini-fridge, 1-ring gas hob, drinking water and tea and coffee making facilities, ceiling or wall fans and a private furnished sundeck with lovely views. 240v power is available 11am-11pm with 24hr battery back-up for overnight use. One Deluxe Bungalow is larger than the other and is located right on the beach side. It also has 2 extra single bed in the bedroom and a large shaded raised deck with stunning views of the lagoon.
Dining at Zipolo Habu is usually open air, and always sociable. The popular bar offers a good selection of beer, wine, spirits and soft drinks, and is known locally for serving the coldest beer in the west! The Waterfront Cafe offers a lovely spot to catch a match on the satelite TV or just watch the sunset after dinner with a cold drink. And dinner is the freshest seafood available, sometimes only a few hours out of the sea, and uses fresh local produce whenever available. The can also prepare anything you catch on your days' fishing trip, and dinner always tastes better when you've caught it yourself! Alternatively, as each room does have basic kitchenette facilities, you can prepare your own meals, but as local markets can be unpredictable on what's available each day, you may want to shop in Honiara or Gizo markets before you arrive. You can catch your fish or purchase seafood directly from the hotel if you wish.
Zipolo Habu is a leading fishing destination in the Solomons, due to their custom-built fishing boats and onsite tackle shop. They have high quality light and medium sport fishing tackle, and you are welcome to bring your own. The guides know the best spots to find your 'catch of the day'! They provide a range of fishing day charters, offering shallow lagoon, deep sea, river and outer reef trips, and you could catch anything from mackerel, coral trout and tuna, up to prize fish such as sailfish, marlin and barracuda!
If you don't want to fish, there are many other things to do. You can take a picnic to deserted Bikiki Island, for a chilling day of swimming, snorkelling and relaxing, take a WWII historic tour, a rainforest river boat trip or a Vona Vona Lagoon excursion, and they can arrange scuba diving excursions and tuition. Alternatively, in the resort there are kayaks, a beach volleyball court, a book swap library, and board games. There is also a peaceful walking trail through the rainforest to a quiet beach on the other side of the island.
Zipolo Habu is not a luxury property by western standards, but is a laid-back, typical Pacific island resort, with a good level of comfort, but definitely in a great location.
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Some Activites are in the Resort; some complimentary, others may have a charge. Other Activities may be nearby in the local area and will charge guests directly for their services.
- Restaurant
- Bar
- Beach
- Swimming
- Snorkelling
- Kayaks
- Fishing Trips
- Island Picnics
- Scuba Diving
- Beach & Board Games
- Tours & Excursions
Child Policy
Children of all ages are welcome and stay free when sharing with accompanying parents and using existing bedding.
Airport Transfers
The Resort provides roundtrip transfers to and from Munda. Charges are approximately £105 per boat for the whole party there and back.
Check-in Details
Check-in/Check-out times will vary depending on your flight schedule.
All International flights operate into Honiara, with connecting flight from there to the other main islands.
Flights operate from Brisbane, Nadi, Vanuatu and Port Moresby, as follows.
From Brisbane,
There is daily air service to Honiara provided by two airlines; Solomon Air, Virgin Australia. Both airlines offer early bookable discounted fares to and from Honiara, and some flights are included on some of the Around the World tickets which are offered.
From Nadi, Fiji
There are currently four flights a week between Honiara and Nadi, but the frequency does change throughout the year. Non-stop flights are offered twice a week by Air Niugini, on which Soloman Air have a code share, Fiji Airways, (was Air Pacific) also operate twice a week via Port Vila, Vanuatu
From Port Vila,Vanuatu
Fiji Airways (Air Pacific) operate two flights a week, and Solomon Air operates once a week.
From Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea
Air Niugini operate twice a week non-stop from Port Moresby, currently on a Friday and Sunday.
From the UK
Currently there are no international airlines offering a one airline flight option from the UK to the Solomon's, it will require travelling with a combination of airlines,
The most direct routings to Honiara would be westbound to Los Angeles, with a direct connection onto Nadi, Fiji, or and a direct connection on to Honiara, this routing can be done three times a week. Direct connecting flights will also apply on the return journey as well, Plus you can go from Los Angeles to Brisbane and make a direct connect to Honiara and this option is available six times a week. On the return journey a night's stay will be required in Brisbane, as the flight from Honiara arrives too late to make a same day connection.
Or you can travel Eastbound via a number of connecting points, like Dubai, Singapore, Hong Kong, or Seoul, then a direct connection on to Brisbane or Nadi, Fiji, then connection on to Honiara. This can be done six times a week, and again, on the return journey, as the flight from Honiara arrives in Brisbane, or other airports, to late to connect with most of the flights departing back to Europe, you may be required to have a night stop in another city.
Pricing Policy
Prices are baed on a per bungalow, per night, room only basis for single or multiple occupancy.
A Full Meal Package is available for approximately £56 per person per day.
PRICING INFORMATION
Traditional Bungalows
The 2 Traditional Bungalows offer 2 separate bedrooms with 2 Doubles beds or 1 Double and 2 Single beds, all with mosquito nets, a separate living room, small kitchenette area with mini-fridge, 1-ring gas hob, drinking water and tea and coffee making facilities, 240v power (available 11am-11pm), wall fans and a private covered verandah with views over the garden to the beach and sea beyond. The bungalows share bathroom and toilet facilities.| Price per room per night | From £120 |
| Early check-in | On request |
| Late check-out | On request |
| Bed configuration |
2 Queen beds or 1 Queen + 2 Single beds |
| Sleeps up to | 4 Adults |
| Extra person rate | N/A |
| Number available | 2 |
Semi-Deluxe Bungalow
The Semi-Deluxe Bungalow offers 2 separate bedrooms with 2 Double beds with mosquito nets, a separate living room, small kitchenette area with mini-fridge, 1-ring gas hob, drinking water and tea and coffee making facilities, 240v power (available 24hr), wall fans and a private covered verandah with views over the garden to the beach and sea beyond. The bungalows share bathroom and toilet facilities.| Price per room per night | From £140 |
| Early check-in | On request |
| Late check-out | On request |
| Bed configuration |
2 Double beds |
| Sleeps up to | 4 Adults |
| Extra person rate | N/A |
| Number available | 1 |
Large Semi-Deluxe Bungalow
The Large Semi-Deluxe Bungalow offers 2 separate bedrooms with 1 Queen, and 1 Double plus 1 single bed, all with mosquito nets, a separate living room, small kitchenette area with mini-fridge, 1-ring gas hob, drinking water and tea and coffee making facilities, 240v power (available 24hr), wall fans, a private covered verandah with views over the garden to the beach and sea beyond at the front and has another small covered verandah off the back bedroom. The bungalows share bathroom and toilet facilities.| Price per room per night | From £154 |
| Early check-in | On request |
| Late check-out | On request |
| Bed configuration |
1 Queen, 1 Double + 1 Single bed |
| Sleeps up to | 5 Adults |
| Extra person rate | N/A |
| Number available | 1 |
Deluxe Bungalow
The Deluxe Bungalows offer premium accommodation, with spacious bedrooms with 1 Queen and 1 Double bed with mosquito nets, ensuite bathroom with hot rainwater showers, a large living room with chairs and table, a small kitchenette area that has a mini-fridge, 1-ring gas hob, drinking water and tea and coffee making facilities, ceiling fans and a private furnished sundeck with lovely views. 240v power is available 11am-11pm with 24 hr battery back-up for overnight use.| Price per room per night | From £181 |
| Early check-in | On request |
| Late check-out | On request |
| Bed configuration |
1 Queen & 1 Double bed |
| Sleeps up to | 4 Adults |
| Extra person rate | N/A |
| Number available | 1 |
Large Deluxe Bungalow
The Large Deluxe Bungalows offer premium accommodation, with spacious bedrooms with 2 Doubles and 2 single beds in each room, all with mosquito nets, ensuite bathroom with hot rainwater showers, a large living room with chairs and table, a full size kitchen with fridge, 1-ring gas hob, drinking water and tea and coffee making facilities, wall fans and a raised, furnished sundeck with lovely views. 240v power is available 11am-11pm with 24hr battery back-up for overnight use.| Price per room per night | From £269 |
| Early check-in | On request |
| Late check-out | On request |
| Bed configuration |
4 Doubles and 4 Single beds |
| Sleeps up to | 12 Adults |
| Extra person rate | N/A |
| Number available | 1 |
contact us
If you have any questions regarding the islands of the Pacific Ocean or you would like us to provide a quote for your planned itinerary, then please contact us, we will be more than happy to help.
Phone: 01342 840555
Fax: 01342 841623
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