Pacific Treelodge Resort

When we last visited Kosrae, 23 years ago, we stayed at the Pacific Treelodge and loved it. The location is beautiful and serene --- on the edge of a mangrove swamp and across the street from a beach --- and the rooms had everything that we needed. Although the lodge (with its associated dive shop) is now run by an Italian/American couple, rather than local folks, it remains wonderful. Mark and Maria, along with their team of local help, do an excellent job managing the place. They are pleasant, communicative (both by e-mail and in person), friendly, and organized. They are also extremely helpful in setting up local activities, such as diving/snorkeling trips and land excursions,with great guides. (Carlos and Salik are both very knowledgeable and accommodating.) Beyond the lodge, they are active in promoting ecological awareness, the island, and responsible tourism. The rooms are arranged in duplex cabins. They're nothing fancy, but they're clean, and everything works. The air-conditioning is quiet, efficient, and remote controlled. The beds are comfortable, with foam toppers on the mattresses. Internet connections, albeit a bit slow, work; there's a separate connection for each room. Showers are good, with a decent hot water supply. Drinking water --- to refill your own bottle or one of the two glass ones supplied by the lodge --- is available without charge at the associated restaurant. Breakfast is included in the room rate (see separate review of Bully's Restaurant), as is kayak use. Thanks for our wonderful stay!