The newly opened Cozy Haven Motel located at the Mbokonavera/Tehamurina junction along Skyline Road.
Cozy Haven Motel opens for business
Cozy Haven Motel Director, Mrs. Lina Sade (left) and Motel Manager, Ms Novelyn Reyes (right) cut the ribbon to officially open the motel.
The motel offers rooms with single and double beds, as well as self-contained accommodation.
Honiara – 20/10/2026: The Cozy Haven Motel, located at the Mbokonavera/Tehamurina junction, along the Skyline Road officially opened on Friday
16th October 2026, and ready for service.
Owned by Northwest Guadalcanal MP and Deputy Prime Minister, Hon. Francis Sade, the motel offers 18 rooms, including six self-contained rooms and 12 rooms with single and double beds.
The building is over three-decades old and was initially owned by Bulaia. It was sold in 2015 and the new owner then sold it again to MP Sade in 2023. It took Sade almost three years to refurbish the building, with further improvements and expansion being planned as operations continue.
Hon. Sade said the motel would support tourism industry by providing additional accommodation for both locals and international visitors.
“I know we usually short of rooms during bigger events in Honiara, and Cozy Haven Motel will help to address the shortage,” he said.
The DPM also said the operation of Cozy Haven Motel marks the beginning of a broader family business plan to venture further into the tourism sector.
Representing Ministry of Culture and Tourism, Guadalcanal Tourism Officer Mr. John Bakapu, said accommodation development such as Cosy Haven Motel were important as Solomon Islands continues to strengthen its tourism industry and improve services for visitors.
“Every visitor deserves a welcoming experience, quality accommodation, friendly service, and an opportunity to appreciate the beauty, culture, traditions and hospitality of our people,” he said.
Bakapu said the Ministry recognises the vital role played by private-sector investment in advancing tourism development, noting that government could not grow the industry alone.
As the Ministry continues to support tourism development in the country, they welcome investments that improve quality service, strengthen tourism capacity, create employment and promote the country as a destination known for natural beauty, cultural diversity and warm hospitality.
The motel’s kitchen and dining areas.
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