In my opinion the Malagan is still the only place to stay in Kavieng. It has badly deteriorated over the last ten years and the new manager is doing his best to raise it to a better standard. It isn't flash but it is (reasonably) clean, the restaraunt and bar are good and the staff friendly but most importantly it... More

Good spot to stay while diving in the area. Dive operator was not teh best but probably moved on by now.

I stayed at the Malagan Beach Resort 23 to 26 February 2009. I arrived at about sunset on the first day and I was immediately taken by the beauty of the location. Literally right on the beach, the time of day made for a memorable arrival. Few hotels are blessed with a more attractive site. Unfortunately, the location is about... More

I would like to say that the Malagan has seen better days, but in truth I suspect it has always been terrible. The rooms are tiny and awful - the sheets were dirty and torn, the floor was dirty, the bathroom and toilet were grimy etc etc. The TV did not work. Initially we changed rooms because the phone did... More

We stayed @ the Malagan Beach Resort ( I use that word losley ) for 7 days, yes the view of the beach was fab but so much rubbish on it, broken glass, cigarette lighters, plastic bags etc. Our room which was the DELUX room..well where do start, aircon not working, sheets still dirty from prevoius guests, toilet leaked from... More

Probably the best hotel you can find in quiet Kavieng. You have an ensuite bath, a fridge and a pretty good aircon which freezes your room down to zero if you want. Take a good chilled beer from the fridge and relax in your terace chair. Then you can also forget about some minor issues (room and bath definitely need... More