Lapwing Travelodge

It’s more like a motel close to the airport. They have free pickup and drop off to the airport (5 minutes by car) and to the biggest shopping mall in POM nearby. My room was 330 Kina and it was very clean and well organized. Everything was overpriced in PNG, but $105 USD per night equivalent was not so bad after all. There could be cheaper options, but don’t expect the same kind of quality. Breakfast was NOT included and you have to pay additional. I think it might have been 20 or 30 Kina. They had lunch and dinner available for 50 Kina each, but since the mall is close by, it may be better to eat at the mall restaurants. I did not try the food at the hotel. The staff members were very friendly and were always willing to help. The front desk guy Dixie was always fast in answering emails. Oh, the wifi was super fast and worked well. I was sooo surprised. The driver, Dominic was curteous and was prompt with the pickups. They have cable television and you can watch Aussie tv. The area itself was close to the airport and the shopping mall. I was advised not to walk around alone during the day and don’t even think about it at night. I believe it will take about 10 to 15 minutes into the city center. I was told a taxi will cost 50 Kina ($16 USD). If you pay over $160 to $200 USD, you have the choice to stay at the international hotels, which will give you more amenities. If staying on a budget, this place is good (although expensive) or check AirBnB. Note: everything is overpriced in Papua.