The Pondo Tavern at the Crowne Hotel in Down Town, Port Moresby, is a popular social venue serving a range of drinks with a great lunch and dinner menu.

Enjoy the daily live entertainment or try your luck at the gaming lounge.

Opening hours: Tuesday to Saturday 11 am to 10 pm

The Monsoon Bar at The Stanley Hotel & Suites is a bar cocktail lounge located on the hotel’s ground floor.

Whether alone or with friends, guests are treated with a wide selection of drinks and the ‘tapas style’ menu on offer.

Friday happy hour is from 5 pm to 7 pm

Opening hours:
Monday to Sunday: 3 pm till late

Champion Sports Bar & Grill is located at the Vision City Mega Mall in Port Moresby.

Enjoy the quality, decently priced appetizers from the menu and their full-service bar which offers a wide variety of ales, lagers, stouts and speciality beers from around the world and a great selection of liquors.

Champion Sports Bar & Grill’s secure mall setting makes it a popular hangout for locals, who enjoy the televised sports games on the four LCD screens.

Opening hours:
Monday to Saturday 11 am to 1 am

KC Catering is a locally owned food and beverage company specialized in catering.

Their extensive menu comes with all the best in western and Asian cuisine including Papua New Guinean traditional festive favourites, as well as some tasty treats with a modern twist.

For further information and bookings, phone: +675 7263-4963 / 7938 2070 or email kccateringpng@gmail.com / skylarpng@gmail.com

‘Kokoda Trail Motel’ is located near the famous World War Two Kokoda Trail Battle Field in Sogeri.

The motel is an ideal venue for conferences, workshops and trekking groups to start and finish their Kokoda trek.

Kokoda Trail Motel has 17 hotel type fan-cooled units, 4 two-bedroom air-conditioned cottages and 6 deluxe rooms, all with ensuite bathroom, refrigerator, TV & tea/coffee making facilities. Rooms have a combination of single, queen and double size beds. Up to 70 guest can be accommodated. Weekend stays are welcome.

Other facilities include an air-conditioned conference room capable of seating 50 people and an outdoor conference hall for larger groups and an under-cover patio area, as well as four grass roofed “haus winds” for informal meetings, or simply relaxing with a cold beer, soft drink or your favorite glass of wine.

The main restaurant provides quality meals at reasonable prices and adjoining bar will quench the thirst and relax the guest. An outdoor barbecue area is available and the motel can provide you with quality BBQ steaks, sausages, chops, kebabs, fish and chicken, etc.  Roast pigs on the spit can also be organized.

Koitaki Country Club is situated at Sogeri, about 17 kilometers from Port Moresby. Entry into the Club is by members and guests only. Membership is now open. However, facilities may be used at a fee – contact the Club for further information.

Members of the Club have access to 12 hectares of the Club grounds, the Club House and the Pool. The Club bar is well stocked with a variety of drinks. Members can camp, have picnics along the Eworgo River, go for walks around the Club grounds, try out horse riding, or simply relax at the Club house.

The Club grounds are ideal for sports. The Club has a Cricket pitch – built in the 1960s.  There is also a 9-hole golf course. Cricket and golf equipment can be rented from the Club.

Club facilities include bar and restaurant, swimming pool, picnic and camping spots (along the Eworogo river), kids playground, horse rides, meeting areas, bungalows and shipping container rooms (a must try !) and lots of space for sporting or outdoor activities.

Bush walks, bird watching, village visits, visits to the local market, the Kokoda Track, the Varirata National Park and the Sirinumu Dam can be arranged.

The Sanctuary Hotel Resort & Spa is an urban oasis nestled in the heart of Port Moresby, offering a unique blend of luxury, tranquillity, and authentic Papua New Guinean hospitality. Surrounded by lush tropical gardens and just minutes from the city’s business districts and airport, the hotel is the perfect choice for both leisure and business travellers. With elegantly appointed rooms, a tranquil spa, and a serene aviary home to native birds, The Sanctuary lives up to its name—providing a peaceful escape from the bustle of the city.

Guests can indulge in fresh, locally inspired cuisine at the popular restaurant onsite or unwind by the pool with a refreshing drink in hand. The hotel also features a full-service spa, modern conference facilities, and personalised service that reflects the warmth of PNG’s diverse cultures. Whether you’re visiting for a weekend getaway, a special event, or a corporate stay, The Sanctuary Hotel Resort & Spa promises comfort, care, and a memorable Port Moresby experience.

The hotel can also organize tours of Port Moresby city. For bookings and further information, call +675 303-7400. Follow The Sanctuary Hotel Resort & Spa on Instagram and Facebook.