Ela Beach Hotel And Apartments, Port MoresbyEla Beach Hotel And Apartments in Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea has a corrected score of 3.3 ± 0.4 (thin evidence, 1 of 4 platforms), ranked 4 of 16 hotels we score in Port Moresby. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 3.6 before correction: Tripadvisor 3.6. Rooms from about $177 a night (cached, not a live quote).Located at Paga Point in Port Moresby, Ela Beach Hotel And Apartments sits directly on the beachfront near the city centre and the entertainment district. The property offers 92 rooms and 5 apartments, many of which feature views of the harbour or ocean. Facilities include two swimming pools, gardens, an on-site casino, and several dining outlets such as Salt Restaurant and a beachside bakery. It suits families and business travellers due to its proximity to the CBD and the availability of a business centre. While the location provides easy access to the coast, some guests have reported issues with mattress comfort and bathroom maintenance.What stands out

Direct beach access

Two swimming pools

On-site casino and dining

Harbour view options

Watch out for

Uncomfortable mattress springs

Bathroom mould issues

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The Stanley Hotel And Suites, Port Moresby: 3.6 ± 0.3 (fair evidence, 2 of 4 platforms), from $159 a night. The Stanley Hotel And Suites is a five-star apartment-style hotel situated in the Waigani district of Port Moresby.

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