Hotels are mostly small and intimate. Prices range from moderate to expensive. Modern 3- and 5-star hotels have been built or fully renovated at Anse Vata and there is also bungalow-style accommodation in remoter parts of the main island and in the outer islands.

Visitors interested in experiencing the traditional way of life can arrange to stay in Melanesian-style bungalows or huts. Home-cooked meals may be booked in advance. Payment is usually made in cash as credit cards are not accepted.

These are regulated by the Chamber of Agriculture.

Major camping sites are in the rural lodging area. Most sites include washrooms, toilets, barbecue facilities and mini-supermarkets. Permission should be sought from landowners before setting up camp.

Situated in Nouméa is a hostel with dormitories and communal facilities at reasonable rates. Non-YHA members are also accommodated.

Association des Hôtels de Nouvelle Calédonie
c/o Paillottes de la Ouenghi, 98812 Boulouparis, New Caledonia
Tel: 351 735.
Website: www.hotels-nc.com

Association of International Hotel Chains (ACHI)
c/o Le Meridien Hotel, PO Box 1915, Nouméa, New Caledonia
Tel: 265 000.
E-mail: gm.noumea@meridien.nc

Chambre d’Agriculture de Nouvelle Calédonie
Antenne de Bourail, BP 847, 98870 Bourail, New Caledonia
Tel: 442 348.
Website: www.bienvenue-a-la-ferme.com

Association des Auberges de Jeunesse de Nouvelle Calédonie
51 bis rue Pasteur Marcel Ariege, BP 767, 98845 Nouméa, New Caledonia
Tel: 275 879.
E-mail: yha.noumea@lagoon.nc