Idealement situe au centre du Village de Hienghene, notre Lodge sera votre point de depart a la decouverte de la Culture Kanak. Construit dans un ecrin de verdure, vous apprecierez le confort de notre etablissement, unique en Province Nord. Vous dejeunerez et dinerez a notre Table d’Hotes, aux saveurs oceaniennes et avec une vue panoramique sur la riviere de Hienghene. Le Ka Waboana Lodge est situe a deux pas de la celebre « poule couveuse » et du sphynx, a decouvrir depuis plusieurs point de vue, en Kayak ou en bateau ! Ouvert du lundi matin au dimanche matin. Fermes le dimanche apres le petit dejeuner a l'exception des longs weekends ou nous sommes ouverts en continu. Service reservation ouvert a partir de 8h du lundi au vendredi. Reservation effective apres versement de 30 % d'arrhes. Check-in a partir de 14h et liberation des chambres avant 10h le matin
We really enjoyed our stay here at this lodge. We upgraded from the simple rooms to a bungalow as we needed a bit more space and it was a good move. Had a spacious area, views and breezes amongst the trees. Staff were very friendly and tolerated my less than perfect French. Nighttime meals were always good. Didn’t have the breakfasts or lunches as we were off doing activities in the area. I can thoroughly recommend the lodge, so ignore any negative reviews.
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Date of stay: August 2023
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Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip:The simple rooms are a bit small, so stay in a bungalow and enjoy it.
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Response from KA WABOANA T, Directeur général at Ka Waboana Lodge
Responded 12 Sept 2023
Hello and thank you very much for your opinion. Looking forward to see you again at KA WABOANA LODGE Thank you very much. Farah T : Manager
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We stayed in one of the bungalows uphill. The view from the terrace was very nice, at night ( with some insect repellent) we could see many fruitbats flying around and of course the stars... There is a fridge, nothing else. The bungalow could use some new paint inside and outside, the door was rotten and nearly fell off... The restaurant were we had made a reservation was no good at all. A set menu ,no problem with that, given the remoteness of the place, but the quality of the starter as well as the main course ( deepfreezed fish) was beneath every acceptable level. Next day we had lunch in the small snack "Terminus" in the vllage, the only other option, and it was worse... Better buy some canned food and a "baguette" and make it a pick nick.
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Date of stay: November 2012
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Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip:No alternative if you plan a stop here. Do not plan a stop further north , because there is...
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Individual wooden chalets nestling in the trees with a fabulous view over the Hienghène river - sounds great? Unfortunately the accommodation does not match the surroundings as the chalets here are, at best, basic. A fridge, yes, but apart from that not even a kettle. Bring your own glasses to enjoy an aperitif on the balcony as not even tooth-brush glasses or mugs are provided. Naked light bulbs in the room, no light outside and a climb to get to the front door - unsuitable for anyone less than able-bodied, especially when bringing in the suitcases! The bathroom area (loo, shower cabin and wash-basin) is just a partitioned off area in the room. The partitions don’t even reaching the ceiling and all sounds are amplified - you really need to be the best of friends! Our shower door wouldn't close properly and the flexible hose was hanging on by the inner plastic tube only. 4 single beds with 2 put together to form a “double” were all in the same open-plan area. Don't look for privacy here either! And we found what looked suspiciously like animal droppings on the bed covers; the beds were otherwise clean & reasonably comfy. And lastly, wifi is advertised but there was no network coverage in our bungalow: you have to go to the bar/restaurant/reception area for that. Breakfast was good with delicious home-made jams, but we had to ask for things and the waitress didn't seem to know what she was doing. She couldn't even tell us what the jams were! The: fabulous surroundings and a few exotic flower heads scattered decoratively around inside the bungalow do not compensate for the basic lack of creature comforts.
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Date of stay: November 2012
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Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Stopped here for lunch, and it was overpriced and very bad. Stale, dry, badly reheated food, some of it not even fully warmed. The worst lunch we've had in a long time. My wife and I both felt a little sick afterwards. The price would have been OK if the food was good, but for that dreadful quality it was ridiculously overpriced. On the positive side, it was a beautiful and peaceful space to sit in. We didn't stay here so can't comment on the accommodation.
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Date of stay: September 2023
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Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from KA WABOANA T, Directeur général at Ka Waboana Lodge
Responded 12 Sept 2023
Bonjour et merci pour votre commentaire. Je suis étonnée de votre avis. Si vous dites vrai pourquoi ne pas venir nous le dire simplement et nous aurons trouvé une solution. La critique est facile derrière l'écran, discuter c'est mieux et trouver une solution c'est encore mieux. En tout cas j'espère que vous avez passé un bon séjour dans notre commune. Bonne continuation. Farah T. Manager
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Pulled up very late, in heavy tropical rain, without a reservation and the staff went out of their way to get us a room. Fantastically rustic, the bungalows have a surprisingly above average interior. Try to stay higher up so your room has a terrace with a view. Recommend as the best hotel in the area. Not ideal for families.
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Date of stay: December 2016Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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My husband and I have just had a beautiful stay at Ka Waboana Lodge. Stayed in superior bungalow which has beautiful vistas of the river and natural surrounds. Bungalow comes with queen + single (comfortable and clean), balcony with lounges (glorious in the afternoon), fan, louvered windows, bathroom with generous shower, tv and desk, fridge/kettle coffee making facilities. Room is also equipped with insect repellant! Staff are lovely and helpful, proprietress is a delight. Breakfast is delicious and plentiful. Free wifi is strong enough for most streaming.
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Date of stay: December 2016Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Farah T, Gérant at Ka Waboana Lodge
Responded 25 Dec 2016
Bonjour et merci beaucoup pour votre avis. Au plaisir de vous revoir au KA WABOANA LODGE. Belle journée Farah TJIBAOU Gérante
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This is our second time that we stayed at Ka Waboana. Great place..Great staff always keen to help.Had a little problem with the bathroom sink soon we reported to the reception the maintenance staff came and fixed it..we definitely will be back again in the future. Keep up the great work.
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Date of stay: August 2016
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Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip:ask for the bungalow number 3 as we were on number 4 better view on 3.
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Response from Farah T, Gérant at Ka Waboana Lodge
Responded 11 Oct 2016
Bonjour et merci infiniment pour votre avis. Au plaisir de vous revoir au KA WABOANA LODGE Bonne journée Farah TJIBAOU Gérante
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We stayed in a honeymoon bungalow. They all have views of the river and are nestled in the hillside. The room was spacious with a large balcony on two sides, lounges, a desk, fridge and coffee/tea making facilities. The private bathroom was new and well laid out. I loved this place and would return in a heartbeat. See my separate review of the restaurant.
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Date of stay: August 2016
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Response from Farah T, Gérant at Ka Waboana Lodge
Responded 15 Aug 2016
Bonjour et merci beaucoup pour votre avis. Au plaisir de vous revoir dans notre lodge. A bientôt Farah
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Nested among the trees, just above the Hienghene river and the marina, the lodge offers comfy and cosy bungalows, at reasonable price. The restaurant there is excellent, proposing yummy dishes of local products, and homemade pastries for dessert. Breakfast on the terrace, enjoying the sunrise upon the river while savoring beautiful cakes and locally made fruit jam. Free wifi everywhere. Friendly and cool staff.
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Date of stay: May 2016Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Response from Farah T, Gérant at Ka Waboana Lodge
Responded 3 Jun 2016
Bonjour Sylvain, Merci beaucoup pour votre avis. J'espère vous revoir très prochainement avec vos amis et familles. Je vous souhaite un bon week-end dans la joie et toujours dans la bonne humeur. A très bientôt FARAH
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Everything was just perfect! The location, the breathtaking view, the balcony, the super comfortable bed! And the price is ok too. We had the very nice dinner and the cute visitor - the big fluffy cat :)
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Date of stay: April 2016
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Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip:Family bungalow was great!
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Response from Farah T, Gérant at Ka Waboana Lodge
Responded 3 Jun 2016
Good morning , Thank you very much for your remark. You will have a good day and see you soon. FARAH
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Bonjour,
Excusez-moi pour la réponse tardive. Si vous n'avez pas encore effectué une réservation, je vous invite à aller sur notre site ou nous envoyer un mail à contact@kawaboana-lodge.nc. Je vous souhaite une belle journée et espère vous voir très prochainement dans notre établissement.
Farah TJIBAOU - Gérante
Bonjour,
Nous avons de la disponibilité aux dates indiqués (nuitée du 18 et 19 et départ le 20 au matin).
Le petit déjeuner n'est pas compris dans le prix.
Il est composé d'un buffet continental avec des produits faits maison (gateau, crèpes, confiture, madeleine,..), de jus d'orange, des boissons chaudes (thé, cafés, chocolat,..) à un prix de 1500 XFP/personne.
Le Wifi est accessible en général sur l'ensemble du site.
Si cela vous convient je vous invite à nous envoyer un mail à contact@kawaboana-lodge.nc pour faire une réservation.
A bientôt.
FARAH
Bonjour,
Je peux vous proposer un bungalow supérieur qu'à partir du lundi 16/01 car nous sommes fermés tous les dimanches.
S cela vous convient je vous invite à nous envoyer un mail à contact@kawaboana-lodge.nc A bientôt. FARAH
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LOCATION
New CaledoniaGrand TerreHienghène
NUMBER OF ROOMS
18
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