Tawali Resort
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Alotau Milne Bay Province Milne Bay, Alotau 211 Papua New Guinea
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Welcome to the exotic culture of Papua New Guinea (PNG) and to Tawali Resort. Located on a volcanic bluff overlooking the clear protected waters of Milne Bay, Tawali offers travelers a unique location to dive, relax and enjoy the unspoiled wonders of this magnificent part of the world.Tawali is located in a secluded area of Milne Bay amongst local fishing villages and accessible only by boat. Built on a limestone bluff eighty feet above the water, Tawali offers guests a private retreat in which to enjoy the wonders of PNG. Tawali was constructed by local craftsmen and you will find beautifully carved totems and woodwork in the spacious main lodge and throughout the resort.
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Public wifi
Pool
Bar / lounge
Beach
Boating
Airport transportation
Banquet room
24-hour security
Outdoor pool
Coffee shop
Restaurant
Breakfast buffet
Canoeing
Diving
Hiking
Snorkelling
Water sport equipment rentals
Darts
Fishing
Shuttle bus service
BBQ facilities
Baggage storage
Concierge
Currency exchange
Gift shop
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Air conditioning
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Ocean view
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Alotau Milne Bay Province Milne Bay, Alotau 211 Papua New Guinea
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I traveled to Tawali Resort after a wonderful wedding in which I was the maid of honor of Elsie and Kieran. It was quiet and peaceful, which I took full advantage of, but the diving was incredible! Coming from Belize I was pleasantly surprised to see such colors and diversity of fish. The rooms and the view overlooking the sea were so memorable, dont for get to inquire about the tribal dance that can be arranged..You can kayak,swim, and take tours Of skull cave....A real once in a lifetime experience!!I know for sure that I will be back
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Date of stay: November 2010
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Just back from Tawali Papua New Guinea. After very bad experience with Airlines PNG (do yourself a favor and book Air Niugini) we finally made it to Tawali. Bad weather but a very warm welcome. The staff at the resort is just GREAT! Let’s start with all the positives. It is a very unique place with a high level of comfort, especially compared to other places in Papua New Guinea. The rooms are clean and spacious and the food is very good. It is really a resort for divers or for people who are just looking for a tranquil place, away from traffic, hectic cities, crowds of people etc.. Our experience: After the warm welcome and the first very nice lunch I was ready for my first dive. Wahoo Point, only 10 minutes out with the speedboat. Visibility was poor due the amount of rain…
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Date of stay: August 2010
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Response from Tawali R, Guest Relations Manager at Tawali Resort
Responded 20 Jul 2014
Thank you for taking the time to leave such comprehensive feedback. Now, all Resort vessels under go regular and rigorous maintenance to ensure that all our guests can experience everything that Tawali has to offer when they stay with us. We look forward to the prospect of you returning one day.
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We had a wonderful time here, so much to do. The snorkelling was brilliant and our son enjoyed the diving. Meals were excellent. It was good to go on a walk through the rain forest through local villages and visit a school. We met so many families and really saw the way of life. It is an interesting journey getting here which was all part of an exciting holiday
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Date of stay: January 2010
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Response from Tawali R, Guest Relations Manager at Tawali Resort
Responded 20 Jul 2014
Thank you for your review. We are glad that your family enjoyed our "little piece of paradise" We look forward t having you return one day.
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If you want a luxury stop in your adventure holiday you probably can’t do better than Tawali. The American owners and their new managers were excellent to the point of trying too hard. Our room’s deck had a view of the ocean. The bathrooms were large and modern. The room had air conditioning (remarkable for a country dependent on diesel generators), and high-end appointments like Ralph Lauren bedding. The dining/drinking deck is on a spectacular cliff-top overlooking a wide reef-lined bay. The emphasis on diving is a bit much. We took a day off diving to kayak and snorkel and felt like we were the first guests ever to decline a day of diving. A pool would’ve been a nice non-diving option, though the ‘house reef’ beneath the cliff-top deck was a perfect place to poke around.…
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Date of stay: June 2008
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Response from Tawali R, Guest Relations Manager at Tawali Resort
Responded 20 Jul 2014
Many thanks for taking the time to leave a review for Tawali. Since you have visited the Resort there has been a pool added. We look forward to prospect of having you return.
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The resort is an outstanding accomplishment. It is totally remote -- accessible only by a long drive followed by a boat -- and yet it is completely up to western standards in terms of luxury, comfort, and cleanliness. And the diving is spectacular ... among the healthiest reefs I have ever dived (I have dived all over the world). Guests are housed in cabins that are connected by a covered walkway. The rooms are decorated in a sophisticated and attractive manner ... sort of 90% Pottery Barn and 10% ethnic/folk. Each room has its own deck that generally has a beautiful sea view. The main lodge is tastefully decorated and a lovely place to hang out after dives, pre-dinner, or whenever. Meals are served in the main lodge buffet-style; the food is very varied, plentiful, and…
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Date of stay: August 2008
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Response from Tawali R, Guest Relations Manager at Tawali Resort
Responded 16 Jul 2014
Thank you for taking the time to review the Resort. We appreciate all of your feedback and hope to see you back one day soon
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PRICE RANGE
US$93 - US$147 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
Papua New GuineaPapua RegionAlotau
NUMBER OF ROOMS
22
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