A number of Papua New Guinea accommodation providers have been recognized in Tripadvisor’s Travelers’ Choice Awards 2026, highlighting the country’s growing reputation for quality hospitality and exceptional visitor experiences.

The awards are based on reviews and ratings submitted by travelers from around the world over a 12-month period. Tripadvisor’s Travelers’ Choice Awards recognize businesses that consistently earn positive reviews and rank among the top-rated listings on the platform. According to Tripadvisor, award recipients are among the top-performing hospitality businesses globally based on genuine traveler feedback.

Among the Papua New Guinea accommodation providers recognized in 2026 are:

• Ela Beach Hotel
• The Stanley Hotel & Suites
• Grand Papua Hotel
• Hilton Port Moresby Hotel & Residences
• Loloata Island Resort
• Lamana Hotel
• The Sanctuary Hotel Resort and Spa
• Rapopo Plantation Resort
• Citi Boutique Hotel

The recognition reflects the commitment of Papua New Guinea’s tourism and hospitality operators to delivering high-quality accommodation, personalized service, and memorable guest experiences.

For travelers considering Papua New Guinea as their next destination, these awards provide valuable insight into properties that have consistently impressed guests from around the world. From waterfront resorts and island escapes to business hotels and boutique accommodation, the recognized properties showcase the diversity of experiences available across the country.

Papua New Guinea Tourism Promotion Authority  congratulates all award recipients for their achievement and their contribution to strengthening Papua New Guinea’s tourism reputation on the global stage.

As international travel continues to recover and grow, positive visitor reviews and globally recognized accolades play an increasingly important role in influencing travel decisions. The recognition of multiple Papua New Guinea properties in Tripadvisor’s Travelers’ Choice Awards demonstrates the country’s ability to deliver world-class hospitality while offering visitors authentic cultural and nature-based experiences.

For more information on accommodation options in Papua New Guinea, visit the Papua New Guinea Travel Website.

Citi Boutique Hotel in Port Moresby, is pleased to announce today that it has been recognized in Tripadvisor’s® Travelers’ Choice® Awards for 2026. Tripadvisor’s Travelers’ Choice Award winners are among the top 10% of listings around the world on Tripadvisor.

As the world’s largest travel guidance platform, Tripadvisor has unparalleled authority with travelers and diners. This award is based on genuine feedback from anyone in the community who has visited and left an authentic, first-hand review on Tripadvisor over a 12-month period, making it a valuable and trustworthy designation of travelers’ favorites.

“This award validates Citi Boutique Hotel’s Vision of ‘Service that enhances experiences’ is being realized by it’s daily mission of ‘Success for the deliverer of excellence (our staff), relisher of excellence (our patrons), and believer of excellence (our owner)’.  “We are honored to be included among travelers’ favorites this year. Travelers’ Choice is one of the most recognized and coveted awards in the travel space, so it is valuable to us…” – Saif Jugari (Group General Manager – Citi Group (PNG) Ltd.

“Congratulations to Citi Boutique Hotel on its recognition in Tripadvisor’s Travelers’ Choice Awards for 2026,” said Matt Dacey, Chief Marketing Officer, Tripadvisor. “Ranking among the top percentage of businesses globally means you have made such a memorable impact on your visitors that many of them took time to go online and leave a glowing review about their experience. We hope this recognition continues to drive business to you in 2026 and beyond.”

Check out all the reviews and discover more about Citi Boutique Hotel here, click: City Boutique Hotel on TripAdvisor

About Citi Boutique Hotel
Citi Group (PNG) Ltd is a Papua New Guinean owned property owner, developer, operator, and management company, encompassing: Citi Hospitality & Citi Properties; alongside a sister company that owns Comfort Inn – Cairns City (53 keys), branded with Choice Hotels. Citi Hospitality is a mid-scale & mass-market brand comprising of five properties (190 keys) and one upcoming hotel (60 keys). Citi Properties manages projects such as the new development of Citi Boutique Suites – Lagatoi Place, the Mogoro Moto commercial building in Port Moresby’s prime downtown, and various projects around Hohola, Touaguba Hill and Ela Beach. Visit the hotel’s website at:  www.citigrouppng.com