Title: Coral Sea Resort & Casino - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Coral Sea Resort & Casino Waterfront resort with 2 restaurants and a casino ## Photo gallery for Coral Sea Resort & Casino ![Luxury Waterfront Villa | View from room - Coral Sea Resort & Casino (Honiara)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17700000/17691100/17691100/9fb2fe93.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property video](https://mediaim.expedia.com/video/5CE9271FE4B2397E89B94FCEB9271216/f591acbc-9d87-4692-8792-acc96c35f927-thumbnail.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=1280) ![Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Sea View - Coral Sea Resort & Casino (Honiara)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17700000/17691100/17691100/02972527.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Luxury Waterfront Villa | Private kitchen - Coral Sea Resort & Casino (Honiara)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17700000/17691100/17691100/fb3779d1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Coral Sea Resort & Casino (Honiara)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17700000/17691100/17691100/6cfee0bd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies The Coral Sea Resort & Casino offers a peaceful waterfront escape with plenty to do. Guests can dine at two restaurants with sea views, or enjoy kayaking and boat tours. The property combines entertainment with relaxation in a beautiful coastal setting. ## Reviews 8.4 Very good ## Popular amenities - Hot tub - Pool - Room service - Bar - Housekeeping - Laundry ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Dec. 15 - Dec. 16](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-15&endDate=2025-12-16&selected=17691100&PinnedHotelID=17691100&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-15&endDate=2025-12-16&selected=17691100&PinnedHotelID=17691100&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Dec. 16 - Dec. 17](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-16&endDate=2025-12-17&selected=17691100&PinnedHotelID=17691100&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-16&endDate=2025-12-17&selected=17691100&PinnedHotelID=17691100&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Dec. 19 - Dec. 21](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-19&endDate=2025-12-21&selected=17691100&PinnedHotelID=17691100&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-19&endDate=2025-12-21&selected=17691100&PinnedHotelID=17691100&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Dec. 26 - Dec. 28](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-26&endDate=2025-12-28&selected=17691100&PinnedHotelID=17691100&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-26&endDate=2025-12-28&selected=17691100&PinnedHotelID=17691100&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 2 beds 1 bed Showing 5 of 5 rooms ### View all photos for Luxury Waterfront Villa ![Luxury Waterfront Villa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17700000/17691100/17691100/93f1ccf8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Luxury Waterfront Villa 9.0 Wonderful 2 reviews ### Highlights Furnished balcony or patio Separate sitting area Individually decorated Private hot tub Air conditioning Kitchenette Full-sized refrigerator/freezer Minibar (some free items) - 516 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Partial sea view - Sleeps 4 - 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed ### View all photos for Suite, Long Stay ![Suite, Long Stay](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17700000/17691100/17691100/ace95b37.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Suite, Long Stay ### Highlights Furnished balcony or patio Separate sitting area Individually decorated Air conditioning Kitchenette Full-sized refrigerator/freezer Minibar (some free items) LCD TV - 431 sq ft - Resort view - Sleeps 4 - 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed ### View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Sea View ![Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Sea View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17700000/17691100/17691100/02972527.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Sea View 10.0 Exceptional 3 reviews ### Highlights Furnished balcony or patio Separate sitting area Individually decorated Air conditioning Minibar (some free items) LCD TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Separate bedroom - 334 sq ft - Sea view - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View ![Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17700000/17691100/17691100/d9fccb31.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View 8.8 Excellent 13 reviews ### Highlights Furnished balcony or patio Separate sitting area Individually decorated Air conditioning Minibar (some free items) LCD TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Separate bedroom - 344 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Resort View ![1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, hypo-allergenic bedding](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17700000/17691100/17691100/e068c209.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Resort View ### Highlights Furnished balcony or patio Separate sitting area Individually decorated Air conditioning Minibar (some free items) LCD TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Separate bedroom - 344 sq ft - Resort view - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FHoniara-Hotels-Coral-Sea-Resort-Casino.h17691100.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FHoniara-Hotels-Coral-Sea-Resort-Casino.h17691100.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-9.42969%2C159.94790&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=-UMnW6awTz_qOVoqL-GPwxuzepE=) Tandai Highway, Honiara #### What's nearby - Botanical Gardens \- 12 min walk \- 1.1 km - Museum of Traditional Houses \- 14 min walk \- 1.2 km - National Museum \- 14 min walk \- 1.2 km - Central Market \- 2 min drive \- 1.7 km - White River Village \- 2 min drive \- 1.4 km #### Getting around - Honiara (HIR-Honiara Intl.) - 37 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Heritage Park Hotel - ‬7 min walk - ‪Coconut Cafe - ‬7 min walk - ‪Shilla Terrace - ‬19 min walk - ‪Tenkai Sushi Cafe - ‬7 min walk - ‪Market Street - ‬19 min walk ## About this property ### Coral Sea Resort & Casino Resort by the ocean Take advantage of a casino, concerts and live shows, and a terrace at Coral Sea Resort & Casino. Hit the jackpot at this resort with amenities such as 2 casino VIP rooms, 22 casino gaming tables, and 64 slot machines. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, kids' meals, and international cuisine. Enjoy onsite activities like kayaking and boat tours. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services. Other perks include: - An outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas - Free self parking - Bike rentals, a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and babysitting (surcharge) - Multilingual staff, a front-desk safe, and games Room features All guestrooms are individually decorated, and boast comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as perks like separate sitting areas and bathrobes. Other amenities include: - Hypo-allergenic bedding, Egyptian cotton sheets, and down comforters - Bathrooms with rainfall showers and designer toiletries - 32-inch LCD TVs with satellite channels - Furnished balconies or patios, wardrobes/closets, and separate sitting areas ## Similar properties ![Aerial view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39600000/39599100/39599079/6fea791d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### King Solomon Hotel Honiara - Pool - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant 6.8 110 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-29&endDate=2025-12-30&selected=39599079&PinnedHotelID=39599079&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Aerial view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3420000/3418700/3418630/dd087dfa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Heritage Park Hotel Honiara - Pool - Kids pool - Parking included - Free WiFi 8.2 Very good 109 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-29&endDate=2025-12-30&selected=3418630&PinnedHotelID=3418630&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117740000/117733200/117733120/e48d590d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Grace Hotel Honiara - 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Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-29&endDate=2025-12-30&selected=101238195&PinnedHotelID=101238195&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge - Onsite parking available only on request - Free self parking on site ### Food and drink - 2 bars/lounges - 2 restaurants ### Restaurants on site - Boardwalk - Haydn's Steakhouse ### Things to do - 22 gaming tables - 64 slot machines - Bicycle rentals - Boat tours - Casino (12,906 square feet of space) - Concerts/live shows - Evening entertainment - Games - Hot tub - Kayaking - Outdoor pool - Sportsbook - TV in common areas ### Family friendly - Babysitting (surcharge) - Laundry facilities - Outdoor pool - Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge) ### Conveniences - ATM - Free newspapers in lobby - Laundry facilities - Limited-hour front desk - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Concierge services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Multilingual staff - Porter/bellhop - Tour and ticket assistance - Wedding services ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - Garden - On the waterfront - Picnic area - Pool loungers - Pool umbrellas - Terrace ### Spa - In-room massages ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Accessible airport shuttle - Grab bar near toilet - Low-height counter and sink - No elevator - Raised toilet seat - Wheelchair accessibility - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) ### More - 1 building - 3 floors - Designated smoking areas ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Blackout drapes - Down comforter - Egyptian cotton sheets - Hypo-allergenic bedding - Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge) ### Bathroom - Bathrobes - Designer toiletries - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Rainfall showerhead - Shower - Slippers - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 32-inch LCD TV with satellite channels - iPod dock ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Electric kettle - Free bottled water - Free minibar (limited items) - Limited room service - Restaurant dining guides ### More - Air conditioning (climate-controlled) - Ceiling fan - Desk - Individual decor - Iron/ironing board - Laptop workspace - Phone - Safe - Separate sitting area - Window screens ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11 AM A late check-out fee will be charged ### Special check-in instructions This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation The property charges 2.5 percent for credit card payments The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 5:30 AM Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are available for SBD 300 per night Cribs (infant beds) are not available ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - Cash Breakage deposit: SBD 5000 per stay We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Airport shuttle fee: SBD 150 per person (one-way) - A late check-out fee will be charged - Rollaway bed fee: SBD 300 per night - Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.5 percent The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds, rollaway/extra beds, and onsite parking This property accepts credit cards and cash Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room ### We should mention This property does not have elevators Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 7:30 PM Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation ### Property is also known as Coral Sea Resort Casino Honiara Coral Sea Resort Casino Coral Sea Casino Honiara Coral Sea Casino Coral Sea & Casino Honiara Coral Sea Resort & Casino Resort Coral Sea Resort & Casino Honiara Coral Sea Resort & Casino Resort Honiara ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Coral Sea Resort & Casino have a pool? ### How much does it cost to stay at Coral Sea Resort & Casino? ### Is Coral Sea Resort & Casino pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Coral Sea Resort & Casino? ### What time is check-out at Coral Sea Resort & Casino? ### Does Coral Sea Resort & Casino provide a shuttle to the airport? ### Where is Coral Sea Resort & Casino located? ## Have a question? 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