Have you ever stepped inside a hotel and thought, “I know this place”, only to discover you have barely scratched the surface?
You might think you know The Stanley Hotel & Suites in Port Moresby, but do you really?
You have not seen the best of it, yet. The Stanley Hotel & Suites, is a 20-story building with over 400 rooms, suites and service apartments, it’s not just a place to sleep and eat, it is a fully integrated lifestyle destination. Whether you are a business traveler, sports fan, or a local looking for luxury, The Stanley Hotel ticks every box;
- PNG’s largest ballroom
- Modern, flexible meeting facilities
- Secure, direct access to one of the biggest shopping malls in Port Moresby - Vision City Mega Mall
- Security and Safety
- 42-meter swimming pool
- State-of-the-art gymnasium
- Fine and casual dining
- Long-stay apartments with kitchens
- Cultural markets inside the hotel
- Iconic events, themed nights, live entertainment
- The preferred hotel for PNG’s 50th anniversary
Now that we have ticked the boxes, let us see if you know more about, Papua New Guinea’s premier hotel, The Stanley Hotel & Suites. Did you know that the Stanley Hotel is home to Papua New Guinea’s largest pillar-less ballroom, an impressive 1,630 square meters in size, designed to host the most prestigious events in air-conditioned, uninterrupted elegance with the most modern conference facility.
The Kokoda Ballroom is the largest ballroom in PNG, accompanied by the Mount Victoria and Mount William breakout rooms, offering flexible configurations for conferences, banquets, galas, and expos. The Mt Victoria rooms and Mt William are a suite of smaller meeting rooms with direct access onto a large outdoor terrace. The rooms can be adjusted to meet your requirement and request whether it is theater, classroom, boardroom, and preferred set-up shape, cabaret, banqueting or cocktail. The rooms can cater for meetings for 20 persons or up to 120 person’s banquet style.
With a dedicated arrival entrance, three escalators, four elevators, and multiple staircases, guests can move easily and comfortably.
That is not all, there is an amazing Boardroom conveniently located in the hotel lobby, next to the Business Center, is perfectly suited for business meetings or discussions for up to 12 persons.
Multiple hotel entries and exits ensure seamless movement for guests, VIPs, and event attendees.
It is the only venue of its kind in PNG where form meets function at such scale.
No event is too big to host here. Even the smallest events are valued and treated as an event to make a lasting impression. For a conference with a world of difference, choose the Stanley Hotel.
Did you also know that staying at The Stanley Hotel & Suites does not mean being confined to your room. Offering direct and secure access to Vision City Mega Mall, guests can step out of their suite and into the largest shopping, dining, and entertainment complex in PNG, with over 60 retail stores, restaurants, a movie theatre, and a nightclub all without ever stepping outside.
Stay Fit, Stay Refreshed, Stay Inspired:
While you enjoy your stay, or take a time out at the Stanley Hotel, do not overlook your wellness routine when you travel. The Stanley Hotel and Suites offers a 42-meter outdoor swimming pool located on Level 5, it is the largest in the country and overlooks the Owen Stanley Ranges.
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A state-of-the-art gymnasium, easily four times the size of any other in PNG, fully equipped for cardio, weights, and conditioning. If you prefer a private room for sessions, they have you covered as they offer private rooms for special classes.
Dine to Impress: Culinary Highlights:
Food is a cornerstone of The Stanley Hotel experience, offering an amazing choice if six dining and beverage experiences- Green Haus Restaurant, Rainforest Café, Monsoon Bar & Lounge, Pool Bar & Café, Silver Leaf Restaurant, Executive Club Lounge and Mezz Bar.
From Silver Leaf Restaurant is on level 19, one of PNG’s finest dining restaurants with a breathtaking view of the city. The Green Haus Restaurant serves one of the best buffets in the country, you will taste the hotel’s commitment to quality in every bite.
If you are heading in for a quick meet and bite, at the ground floor, we have Rainforest Café flooded with natural light, ideal for meeting friends and having a light café style snack or join colleagues for a coffee, topped off with one of the many delicious cakes and pastries from The Stanley Hotel Patisserie.
The Executive Club Lounge is for Executive room, apartment and suite guests. It provides additional services and facilities, i breakfast, evening beverages and canapés etc. The Club Lounge is open during the day for the guests to work, relax or simply enjoy the luxury service of the hotel.
Prefer a more laid-back evening? Head to Monsoon Bar, a lively space with karaoke, live music, and regular themed events, like their iconic State of Origin nights with special guests, burgers, and beer.
Live In Luxury: Suites and Apartments
Tired of room service? Prepare your own breakfast. Sick of takeout? Make a home-cooked dinner. Stanley makes extended stays feel like home with luxury.
For long-stay guests, The Stanley offers fully serviced one and two-bedroom apartments, complete with full kitchens, giving you the flexibility to cook your own meals. Just drop by Owens Market within the hotel to grab local produce, snacks, or essentials and you are set.
The 62 one-bedroom apartments have separate lounge, kitchen and dining area. The one bedroom apartment is 72 square meters in total which has one King-size bed and large walk in the bathroom. The Apartments’ balcony faces over the pool or the Owen Stanley Ranges.
There are 33 two-bedroom apartments with separate lounge, kitchen and dining areas. These two-bedroom apartments are 110 square meters in total. The apartments each have one king-size bed in master room, second bedroom has 2 queen beds, both rooms with private walk-in bathrooms.
Both the one bed room apartments and two bedroom apartments’ guests have access to hotel facilities and services including the gymnasium, resort pool, in-house dry cleaning, and concierge and airport transfers. Guests have on-site secure car parking and six food and beverages outlets to choose from without leaving the hotel.
Location is Everything
The Stanley Hotel is strategically located in the heart of Port Moresby, just 6 minutes’ drive away from the Jacksons international Airport. The Vision City Mega Mall is connected directly through the second floor of the Hotel.
Sir Hubert Murray Stadium, PNG’s premier sports venue, is just across the road from the Hotel, perfect for fans or teams book a stay, a meal, gym or use pool for a social day out.
Beyond Comfort, Culture and Connection
According to the Director of Sales & Marketing Mr Craig Davies, the Hotel will soon be going through a rebranding and will become a Marriott branded Hotel.
‘The Sheraton Port Moresby Stanley Hotel.’
Those who know us, we will still be the Stanley…just better. New guests will know us as The Sheraton.
This is an exciting time and we look forward to offering another level of service from this truly international 5 star brand.
