When it comes to venues in Port Moresby, few places can hold a candle to the Lamana Hotel. I enjoy a night at the Hilton from time to time, but if you want a place that is alive, chaotic, and actually has everything you need, the Lamana is unbeatable.
We always choose it for our YPT guests, and it is easy to see why. The hotel is more than a place to sleep. It has restaurants, a barbershop, a bowling alley, a pool, a casino, and of course the legendary Gold Club. There is so much going on here that you could spend an entire stay without stepping outside. In a city where safety is never guaranteed, that alone is worth its weight in gold.
What the Lamana Hotel Is
The Lamana Hotel is one of Port Moresby’s most iconic institutions. Family owned and operated since 1989, it has grown from a simple guesthouse into one of the city’s most complete entertainment and accommodation complexes. It is home not just to travellers, diplomats, and business types, but also the Embassy of Cyprus. Sitting just a short drive from Parliament House, Vision City Mall, and Jacksons International Airport, it is an easy and strategic base for anyone staying in the capital.
Over the decades, Lamana has become more than a hotel. It is a place where locals and visitors intersect. Business meetings happen in the conference rooms upstairs, diplomats stroll through the grounds, and weekend warriors take over the Gold Club. The compound has a controlled chaos to it that somehow works and makes it unique in Port Moresby.
The Rooms at the Lamana Hotel
Lamana has just over 60+ rooms across four floors. There is no elevator, so if you are on the top floor you will need to handle the stairs. The rooms are simple but comfortable. They have air conditioning, hot water, and Wi-Fi. Some rooms are older than others, but they are homely and practical.
The staff are the real highlight. Friendly, approachable, and genuinely helpful, they make navigating Port Moresby far easier. Staying at Lamana does not just feel like checking into a hotel, it feels like joining a small community that knows the city inside out.
Facilities at the Lamana Hotel
Lamana is packed with facilities that make it a self-contained city:
- Restaurants: Spices and the Italian Restaurant Lamana
- Gold Club: notorious nightclub and weekend hotspot
- Bowling Alley: ten-pin lanes with arcade games nearby
- Sports Bar: screens rugby league, football, and international sports
- Swimming Pool: outdoor pool with loungers and deck
- Barbershop and Beauty Salon: haircuts, styling, and grooming
- Conference and Event Spaces: flexible rooms for meetings, weddings, and events
- Fitness Centre: weights and cardio equipment
- Casino: slot machines and a small VIP area
- Family Amenities: arcade games, bowling, pool
- Security: 24-hour on-site security
- Laundry: full laundry services available
- ATMs: on-site cash access
- Currency Exchange: convenient and reliable
- Concierge: assistance with bookings and local info
- Shuttle Service: to Jacksons International Airport
- Parking: secure on-site parking
- Wi-Fi: throughout the property
Long-Term Stays
Lamana is ideal for long-term stays. Food, entertainment, nightlife, and security are all on site. YPT guests and other visitors will find it easy to settle in. The hotel offers a safe base, a hub for socialising, and a place to relax after exploring the city.
The staff make life easier and provide local insight you would not get anywhere else. You can live here without leaving the grounds and still get a sense of Port Moresby.
Conclusion
If you want luxury in Port Moresby, the Hilton or the Stanley remain the high-end pics, but if you need a self-sustained unit away from the dangers of Port Moresby, then this is the place to be.
And if you book a YPT trip, this is exactly where you will be!
Lamana Hotel Address and Contact
Lamana Hotel, Waigani Drive, Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LamanaHotel.
Phone: +675 323 2333
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