Hotel a Waisai, Indonesia

Bad - Advertise other activities apart from diving but you soon realise they don’t run them - Social media isn’t representative, they should show more of the dive experience. As this is what they focus on - No alcohol Good - Clean - Food was great (expensive, but as you expect) - Overall dive experience is amazing. Equipment is of quality. Dive boat is of quality. The remote beaches they take you for a break are spectacular. To note - No shoes inside Dive orientated. All about diving. They advertise full day/half day boat tours and Paddle boarding, which I hoped to get booked onto once we arrived. (We emailed back and forth prior to arriving and they advised this) However, once we arrived, we found out, nobody else had booked onto a boat tour/paddle boarding so they weren’t running these activities. (Emphasis dive only) After asking again about Boat tour / paddle boarding they still wasn’t running the activity. They need 10people to book on. Speaking to other guests in the hotel, they were told the same, “No interest, we are not running the activity’s”. We got the impression they never actually run the activities but the advertise them on website and social media. Strange. Meridian booked us a full day boat tour third party. Disappointing but it was our only way to see attractions such as Telaga bintang,Arborek,Pasir Timbal and pianemo islands. When we woke up in the morning, they informed us the provider was no longer running the tour. At this point we were very disappointed. We felt everything they said was lies. Meridian offered us a private tour with another provider for same cost, due to inconvenience, we agreed, but by this time it was 10oclock. We were supposed to leave at 8AM. (Leaving later in the day sacrificed the number of destinations we could visit) We arrived at the boat, and we were shocked. Shocked because of the money we paid and what Meridian describes we were getting. Local guides (no english) local banana boat, open top, small engine (very slow) On a good note, we made the most out of our day, our boat trip was great. We managed to visit most of the sites. The views are spectacular. We snorkelled at Arborek jetty this was great, worth a visit. Our local guides were great and very helpful. The disappointment was from meridians service and communication about the quality of the service they provided us. Dive day. 4 dives a day. 2 in the morning, 2 in afternoon. After first dive they take you to remote island to have tea and coffee. These islands are breath taking! Keep in mind- You don’t get to choose dive spots. There is a set agenda for the week and that’s it. Speaking to other guest in the hotel they felt the same disappointment and also many complained they weren’t seeing what they expected or wanted. Some of these people were very experienced divers and payed a lot of money for a five-day dive pass and to have no say on where you are diving is quite frustrating. Furthermore, there was

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.

With a stay at Korpak Villa & Resort Raja Ampat in Waisai, you'll be near the beach, and 4.8 mi (7.8 km) from Port Saonek and 8.1 mi (13.1 km) from Pasir Timbul Raja Ampat.Enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access and a picnic area.Satisfy your appetite for lunch or dinner at the hotel's restaurant, Korpak Resto, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours).Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services and a 24-hour front desk. Free self parking is available onsite.Make yourself at home in one of the 55 air-conditioned rooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Satellite television is provided for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature slippers and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and electric kettles, and you can also request irons/ironing boards.

Our 3 day stay was last minute due to a catastrophic fire on our original Liveaboard. We were pleasantly surprised with the resort and dive center. Definitely pay for the VIP airport pick up/ferry boat drop off. Both were busy & chaotic, but the crew had it down to a science - well worth it! The resort was rustic, carved out of the jungle on a small beach. The sounds of the birds and waves from our beach front cottage were amazing. The newer cottages to the right side of the dining pavilion are much nicer. (I’d avoid the garden view cottages.) Food was good (mostly local) plentiful with the soups being my favorite. The dive center had lockers and photo equipment room w/cubbies but we never touched our gear once we set it out. The dive boat was fast, had plenty of room and there was a guide for every 2 people. It’ll be very nice when they finish their dock. I know homestays are less expensive, but I’ve got to have a in-room toilet & hot shower. This was a great value.

With a stay at Waigeo Villa in Waisai, you'll be 5.2 mi (8.4 km) from Port Saonek and 7.7 mi (12.5 km) from 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.

With a stay at Vogelkopf Resort in Waisai, you'll be on the waterfront, and 4.7 mi (7.5 km) from Port Saonek and 8.3 mi (13.4 km) from Pasir Timbul Raja Ampat.Make use of convenient amenities, which include complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services.This hotel is all inclusive. Rates include meals and beverages at onsite dining establishments. Charges may be applied for dining at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, some beverages, and other amenities. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM.Featured amenities include luggage storage and laundry facilities. Free valet parking is available onsite.Make yourself at home in one of the 20 air-conditioned guestrooms. Rooms have private balconies. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms have showers and toothbrushes and toothpaste.