Island Home is a recently renovated homestay in Honiara, where guests can make the most of its garden and barbecue facilities. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and full-day security, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Staff on-site can arrange a shuttle service. At the homestay, each unit is equipped with a wardrobe. At the homestay, all units come with bed linen and towels. Guests can also relax in the shared lounge area. Honiara International Airport is 11 km away, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.2 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Free parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
2 single beds
1 double bed
1 double bed
2 single beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.3
Facilities
8.3
Cleanliness
8.7
Comfort
8.3
Value for money
8.4
Location
7.7
Free WiFi
7.5
High score for Honiara

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Konrad
    Japan Japan
    The location is actually amazing. You get to experience a different kind of Honiara, away from a busy main street. When I was walking down the hill to the city center, I was surprised at the kindness of the whole community around. Children...
  • Sol
    Australia Australia
    Very comfortable beds. Guest was very accomodating with payment since we were only there for transit and did not have local currency.
  • Linzi
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Hosts were very helpful in finding activities and providing transport.
  • Mareike
    Germany Germany
    The hosts are kind, super helpful and fun. They immediately made me feel like home when I arrived, and I felt very well taken care of. The place is located up the hill, so you get a beautiful view over the lush green environment. There's a bus...
  • Kate
    Germany Germany
    JR is an amazing host, super friendly and helpful, i.e., he'd help us plan our trip and organise activities. The flat is nice, simple but clean and you have everything you need. You can walk into town from there, which takes around 30 minutes....
  • Noel
    Australia Australia
    Mine host and hostess went out of their way to see that everything was ship-shape.
  • Nenna
    Belgium Belgium
    My partner and I had a wonderful stay at Island Home. We had to spend one night in Honiara because of a flight rescheduling from Air Vanuatu and it’s safe to say we couldn’t have spend it any better. Junior and Janet were amazing hosts. They took...
  • Naivalu
    Fiji Fiji
    Best homestay in Honiara. Highly recommended for both short or long stay. Thank you, JR and Jen for the warm hospitality.
  • Kathryn
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The family are so friendly, the place is comfortable and they’re great about settling you in. Lots of stops at supermarkets and ATMs on the way from the airport and you can safely leave some stuff there if you need to whilst travelling around
  • John
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    From the time of booking right through until departure, communication was excellent. Everything was done in a friendly & professional manner. Airport pick-up & drop-off worked very well, particularly on arrival when I was taken to get money & buy...

Host Information

Company review score: 9.3Based on 50 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Property information

The property is located close to the parliament house right above the CDB. A bus service is right in front of the gate and takes you a 3 minutes ride down into town. The property is located in a convinient location allowing walking distance to CDB, Hotels, night clubs, hospital, Catholic cathedral, US war memorial etc.

Neighbourhood information

The neighbourhood comprise of a suborban area located on a ridge right above the CDB. Working class citizens residential blocks located east and western side of the property. The parliament house , US war memorial, clinics, Catholic cathedral, Universities, Hotels, night clubs, gyms etc are walking distance

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Island Home
Great facilities! Review score, 8.3

Most popular facilities

  • Free WiFi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms

Bathroom

  • Towels
  • Free toiletries

Bedroom

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet

View

  • View

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • BBQ facilities
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Shared kitchen

Room Amenities

  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack

Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

Living Area

  • Dining area

Food & Drink

  • Tea/Coffee maker

Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is needed).

    Services

    • Shuttle service
      Additional charge
    • Daily housekeeping
      Additional charge
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Trouser press
    • Private check-in/check-out
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    • Airport shuttle
      Additional charge

    Reception services

    • Invoice provided

    Safety & security

    • Smoke alarms
    • Key access
    • 24-hour security

    General

    • Designated smoking area
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Mosquito net
    • Soundproof rooms
    • Fan
    • Non-smoking rooms

    Languages spoken

    • English

    House rules
    Island Home takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in
    Available 24 hours
    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
    Check-out
    From 08:00 to 11:00
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
    Refundable damage deposit
    A damage deposit of AUD 100 is required on arrival. That's about £50. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.
    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

    Age restriction
    The minimum age for check-in is 18
    Pets
    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
    Cash only
    This property only accepts cash payments.
    Smoking
    Smoking is not allowed.
    Parties
    Parties/events are not allowed
    Quiet hours
    Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 06:00.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Please inform Island Home in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

    This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

    Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 06:00:00.

    A damage deposit of AUD 100 is required on arrival. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.

    Legal information

    This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

    FAQs about Island Home

    • The prices at Island Home may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Island Home offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Island Home is 850 yards from the centre of Honiara. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

      • Check-in at Island Home is from 00:00, and check-out is until 11:00.