Waisai Villas

My 7 nights stay in November was just perfect! I read the excellent reviews of the hotel before booking and I confirm that it is totally worth it. I took the hotel + dives package (6 days, 7 nights) and I would not change anthing if I had to go back again. About the dives: Speedboats from hotel are not even a minut away from the resort. Super convenient and practical. The fact that it is a high speed boat allowed us to reach dives sites very fast compared to ther dive boats I have experienced. Usually 20, 40 or 50 min max (except special day trips that bring you further). The gear is of very good quality, so is the very mordern boat. We were always diving in small group of 6-8 guests + 3 dive masters which made it very easy to just be diving all together without any wasted waiting time. The dive masters are adorable. They are a mix of different nationalities, including local. The captains (locals) are also always making sure you are fine having enough water and watermelon. Special thank you to Ronja & Joséphine (both interns) who are so kind, caring and very professional when you needed assistance during dives (I had ear issues and I got tured during a strong current dive). Big thank you to Yigit, Erkan, Abner (dive masters) for making the best out of our dives while making sure the good mood is there! It is a pleasure to see a diving team so enthousiatic about their work, even though they dive there every day. In general, everything is just super smooth as the boat is basically in front of the hotel and the team will bring and set up your gear for you. No need to mention that all diving spots were amazing! Coral is very healthy and fish diversity is incredible. I only repeated 1 dive spot out of 17 dives. Hotel itself: The rooms are as per the pictures: modern, clean, comfortable but small. It’s fine because you will spend most of the time outside. All the staff is very kind: special recognition to Rivon at the reception and the smiling waitresses at the restaurant. Food prices are a bit expensive but the variety (local + international) and quality was good. Hotel location is very practical as it is in front of the ferry port but still super calm. Going there solo: I was a solo traveller and I think I was the only one from the whole hotel which was full. Being everyday diving with people gave me the opportunity to socialize and make friends. Also the staff feels like family after some days spent in the hotel, as it is not big. I can recommend but don’t expect to have big shared tables with lots of solo travellers- at least when I was there. You will need to do a little effort on your side to join others in activities outside diving. Things to be aware of & areas of improvement: - The hotel doesn’t have beach fromt. It is by the sea, but it is a small hatbour with a few boats. - There is not much to do in Waisai except diving/snorkeling. I would not recommend if you are not passionated about sealife. Local restaurants are 25 min away walk

My husband and I visited the Waiwo dive resort in March 2024. We stayed in one of the ocean front bungalows. The room was large, nicely furnished with cathedral ceilings, air conditioning, ample closet and storage space. Comfortable bed, good pillows. The bathroom was also very spacious featuring a large separate shower, with hot water and excellent water pressure. In addition, the sink area features plenty of counterspace. The bungalow has a large porch. During high tide the sea literally comes to your doorstep, which is purely delightful. You will hear ocean sounds even at night. Very nice. You also have exotic birds, and jungle animals around you. Couscous bears in the trees. On the porch there is a natural wood, self-adjusting awesome rocking chair...I would return to this resort just to sit in that rocking chair and watch the sunset one more time. An incredible treat! OK. The food. I am not a foodie, I go to resorts for the environment, nature and for diving. This resort has all that. In my opinion, the food was tasty, with various offerings, cook to order breakfast, buffet style lunch, dinner, very nicely and cleanly presented. Ample portions, good variety of beef, fish, seafood, rice, pasta, potatoes. and tasty soups twice a day. The whole dining area is very clean and there is plenty of elbow room on the tables. A nice to have. There is also a small bar, they will make basic cocktails, provide ice, and serve beer and wine. There are water dispensers throughout the resort and in the rooms. Very convenient. The diving. One word. Superb! Sun-li and his team run a fantastic and safe operation, with large, fast, very convenient, well set up boats, and provide valet diving, simply outstanding service!! All you need to do is show up and clean your mask before a dive, they will do everything else for you. There is also a large camera room which is nice if you are a photographer. Couple additional notes. Please NOTE: there is no pool. Please NOTE: there are mosquitoes. This is a jungle setting. All things considered, we highly recommend this resort, and hope to return soon. Thank you for having us!

With a stay at HamuEco Dive Resort Raja Ampat in Waisai, you'll be on the beach, and 7.1 mi (11.5 km) from Port Saonek. This beach hotel is within the region of Pasir Timbul Raja Ampat.Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as tour/ticket assistance.At HamuEco Dive Resort Raja Ampat, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. A complimentary local cuisine breakfast is served daily from 7 AM to 9 AM.Featured amenities include laundry facilities and a water dispenser. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours).Make yourself at home in one of the 9 air-conditioned guestrooms. Bathrooms with showers are provided. Housekeeping is provided daily, and rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) can be requested.

When you stay at Hotel Raja Ampat in Waisai, you'll be within the vicinity of Port Saonek. This bed & breakfast is within the region of Pasir Timbul Raja Ampat.Make use of convenient amenities, which include complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services.A complimentary on-the-go breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.Featured amenities include express check-out and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite.Make yourself at home in one of the 10 guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms with showers are provided. Conveniences include desks and separate sitting areas, and housekeeping is provided on request.

Waisai is a nice town. The residents are not jaded by tourists (yet) as they see them with less frequency than other locations in Indonesia. Simply stated, they are wonderful. All the children say hello and approach often to ask your name and where you are from. Being there in the beginning of December allowed us to see the Christmas parade and train that takes children around town. Magical in so many ways as you can't help but smile when a parade such as this has Mickey Mouse and the much beloved Hello Kitty. And the train is totally lit up with lights and smiles. Beautiful. Most everyone that shows up in Waisai heads out to a resort. Many of the remainder head to home stays in nearby islands or away from town. These can be nice but we don't do well with being so contained. We did a live aboard here in Raja Ampat and then dove with Olin Dive Center in town for another week. The hotel is very situated in town as it is a short walk to the beach, is very close to the wonderful daily market, close to grocery stores and near to the dive shop. We came to stay for 4 days but stayed the week. Rooms are clean and air-conditioned. They are large, have television and provide a breakfast (included in price). Out back there are clothes lines for use. Not much English is spoken but translation apps made life easy. Staff are very nice! At a moments notice the staff set us up with the town's tourist representative (Husna) to help us out with a great deal including getting to Wayag and also seeing the Red, as well as Wilson's, bird of paradise. The hotel was less expensive than the hostel where another diver stayed. We are unsure if we will return for a third visit to Raja but if we do, we will definitely stay at this hotel again as the the place is nice and the town it is in is wonderful.

Coriana Dive Resort offers top-notch services and amenities, ensuring guests experience utmost comfort. Effortlessly arrange transportation to and from the airport using the resort's airport transfer services.For visitors traveling by automobile, complimentary parking is available. For visitors wishing to smoke, designated smoking zones can be found. Begin your day with a scrumptious on-site breakfast available each morning at Coriana Dive Resort. At the resort, an assortment of easily accessible and delicious meal choices are available to satisfy your appetite whenever it strikes.Coriana Dive Resort provides a superb assortment of leisure amenities for guests to enjoy. During your stay, don't forget to allocate some moments to experience the readily available shoreline.

When you stay at Waigeo Villa in Waisai, you'll be 5.2 mi (8.4 km) from Port Saonek. This guesthouse is within the region of Pasir Timbul Raja Ampat.Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as tour/ticket assistance.Enjoy a meal at the restaurant, or stay in and take advantage of the guesthouse's room service (during limited hours). A complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast is included.Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services and luggage storage.Make yourself at home in one of the 13 air-conditioned guestrooms. Bathrooms have showers and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include desks and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.

A very good hotel altogether, not far from the ferry and close to everything in Waisai. Great bungalows with anything you need, very comfortable. The host is a very welcoming and kind person. I will definitely stay there again next time I'm in Waisai.

Great care is taken to ensure guests experience comfort through top-notch services and amenities. Prior to your check-in date, you can arrange airport transportation services, guaranteeing a seamless and efficient experience for both arrival and departure.The resort offers complimentary parking for guests who arrive with their own mode of transport. Begin your day on a delightful note with a scrumptious complimentary breakfast, consistently served at Gurara Dive Resort Raja Ampat. Begin your holiday mornings right with your essential cup of coffee, offered daily at the cafe on-site.During your visit, indulge in a range of delightful culinary choices at resort to enhance your experience.Gurara Dive Resort Raja Ampat provides a superb assortment of leisure amenities for guests to enjoy. During your time at Gurara Dive Resort Raja Ampat, you'll be delighted by the unique privilege of accessing the secluded beach.