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Pacific Gardens Hotel

3.0 of 5
1 Mokara Street North Goroka, Goroka, Papua New Guinea
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Atlanta, Georgia
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26 hotel reviews
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29 helpful votes 29 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 March 2013

Good place to stay, very helpful staff, and good food in the restaurant. I stayed in two different rooms--definitely get the newer rooms--they are much nicer and larger, although the older rooms are clean and fine as well. Both had lovely hot showers and a hotpot to heat water for coffee. The housekeeping staff were nice enough to clean pounds... More

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Pennsylvania, United States
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 February 2013

I stay here every time I go to Goroka, usually several weeks a year. Never had a problem. They have a good backup power system for the frequent blackouts in Goroka. It is a relaxed atmosphere. The cleaning staff are really courteous and the rooms are spotless. The relaxed atmosphere sometimes extends a bit too much to the wait staff... More

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Cleveland, Australia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 January 2013

After staying at the Melanesian Hotel in Lae, and the Highlander in Mt. Hagen, it was a lovely surprise to find a hotel did not feel like 3-star quality charging 5-star prices. We arrived at the Pacific Gardens hotel on a hot day for a 2-night stay. It felt like we walked into a lovely cool oasis surrounded by beautifully... More

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San Francisco, CA
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 October 2012

Pacific Gardens Hotel is your only choice when staying in Goroka specially when attending the Goroka festival. It is located within a secure compound with trees and a stream running through the property. The airport, Goroka festival grounds, open market, museum, Bintangor supermarket (in front of Bird of Paradise Hotel) are within a 5-10 minute drive. The hotel provide a... More

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Havelock North, New Zealand
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 October 2012

The weekend of the Goroka Festival is a busy one. The hotel was fully booked, and very busy. The rooms were very clean, good size and met my expectations based on what they offer on their website. The food was very slow coming, and expensive, but bearing in mind that a lot of the western ingredients are imported it is... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 September 2012

Pacific Gardens is a welcome reprieve for anyone who has been traveling much in the PNG highlands. It is just a 3-star hotel, and certainly nothing special, but after the rugged travel through the highlands it is a sight for sore eyes. This is much nicer than Bird of Paradise, and I didn't see any other hotels that are Western-ready.... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 September 2012

Wonderful hotel, good food and beautiful setting. Staff were exceptionally helpful. Room was large with comfortable bed. Local artwork in the rooms and dining area. Location was within 5-10 minute drive to the Goroka show location

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 September 2012

I have been here many times and this is the best place in Goroka. The other alternative is Bird of Paradise which is OK but not as nice. Fod is fine particularly breakfast but dinner is perfectly OK. Try and get a room on upper level more spacious and quieter than other spots. Staff are fine and helpful

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Totton, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 July 2012

I spent ten days there recently, and thoroughly enjoyed the experience. The room was a good size, with plenty of tea/coffee making supplies. The furniture was a bit dated and shabby, but that didn't detract from the general comfort. The food in the open restaurant was well prepared, and the breakfast menu was particularly good. A very convivial bar with... More

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Brisbane, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 July 2012

The choice in Goroka is not that great and the Bird of Paradise being probably the only other option. It is a very secure establishment and the grounds are good and safe if you feel like a walk. Somewhat Hilly. A nice open plan resaurant and the steaks are to die for. There is a subtantial range of choices but... More

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Also Known As:
Pacific Gardens Hotel Goroka, Papua New Guinea, South Pacific
Address: 1 Mokara Street North Goroka, Goroka, Papua New Guinea
Region: Papua New Guinea > Highlands Region > Goroka
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Children Activities Kitchenette Restaurant Room Service Shuttle Bus service Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
Ranked #1 of 2 hotels in Goroka
Price Range: £
Hotel Class:3 star (3*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Pacific Gardens Hotel is located in a secure park like setting 5 minutes from the airport with newly built premier rooms. A new conference room and bar area. ... more   less 
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