The Government for National Unity and Transformation is reporting renewed momentum in the tourism sector, with four new hotels and accommodation facilities opening in the first quarter of 2026, signalling increased investor confidence and sectoral growth.
The new developments include Zaru Hotel in Gizo, Western Province; Double Island Resort and Raiders Hotel in Tulagi, Central Islands Province; and Paringiju Inland Mountain Lodge on Guadalcanal.
Authorities said the projects reflect strengthened collaboration between the Ministry of Culture and Tourism and local investors, aimed at expanding tourism infrastructure and enhancing the country’s appeal as a destination.
Permanent Secretary Bunyan Sivoro said in a quarterly update last week that the government has intensified its support for the sector, with tangible results now emerging.
“We have stepped up and elevated our support and commitment to this important sector, and we are now seeing real and encouraging results,” Sivoro said.
The new investments have introduced higher-end, internationally competitive accommodation options, improving visitor experience and positioning the Solomon Islands more strongly in the global tourism market.
In parallel, flagship tourism projects such as the Bloody Ridge National Historical Park and the Haus No. 1 Museum in Tulagi are progressing, further strengthening the country’s cultural and historical tourism offerings.
The destination has also been rebranded as “Hapi Isles”, a campaign designed to capture the warmth and spirit of the Solomon Islands and its people.
“The Ministry of Culture and Tourism remains fully committed to developing tourism as a key driver of economic growth, job creation and national development,” Sivoro said.
