Hilton Noumea La Promenade Residences 2019

Blending French sophistication with South Pacific beauty, the archipelago that is New Caledonia may just be the ultimate South of France escape this side of the equator. In just two hours from Brisbane, under three hours from Sydney and under four hours from Melbourne, you can say “bonjour” to the dazzling shores of a World Heritage-listed lagoon that sparkles with every shade of blue. This ultimate holiday combines the best of both worlds starting with a sophisticated beachside stay at the cosmopolitan Hilton Nouméa La Promenade Residences followed by a boat transfer to the overwater bungalows of Escapade Island Resort.

Check out our guide on New Caledonia here.

What You’ll Love…

The Combo Deal – Enjoy a four-night stay at one of the top five hotels in Nouméa on TripAdvisor and three nights in overwater bungalow paradise on Escapade Island

Begin your New Caledonia experience with four nights at the beachfront Hilton Nouméa La Promenade Residences, perched across from the mainland’s popular Anse Vata Bay. Describing their style as ‘French Riviera style meets the charm of New Caledonia’, you’ll enjoy a spacious, 65sqm self-contained One Bedroom Apartment featuring an extra-large furnished, private balcony with panoramic Pacific Ocean views, plush king bed, tres-chic living and dining area and a fully-equipped kitchen.

Return airport transfers will drop you at the centrally-located Hilton Nouméa La Promenade Residences where you can unwind on the balcony and take in the view of UNESCO listed world heritage lagoon site. Or head to the neighbouring Code Bar to enjoy two welcome drinks to share where you can choose from house wine, local beer or a soft drink.

Follow your beachside Noumea escape with a boat transfers from Port Moselle transporting you to Escapade Island Resort in magical New Caledonia, where strings of over-water, thatch-roofed bungalows are linked by long, wooden pathways and private sundecks boast secluded staircases that drop you into the seemingly-endless ocean. Experience a world of Maldives-style overwater luxury on the turquiose shores of Escapade Island surrounded by a 200ha marine reserve brimming with turtles and other colourful marine life.

Spend three spectacular nights in a huge 70sqm overwater bungalow boasting sparkling ocean views as far as the eye can see, an ultra-spacious 15sqm furnished outdoor deck, luxurious white Italian marble bathroom and secluded stairs leading to the lagoon below.

Whether you’re lounging on your outdoor deck chairs watching the flaming orange sun set on the blue horizon or starting your day with a dip in the marine reserve, these floating bungalows provide the ultimate relax-and-unwind setting for your holiday.

**Please note: **There is flexibility in the order of stay. Reserved dates will be discussed directly between the guests and the properties and guests’ preferences are at the discretion of the property, subject to flight schedule and availability.

The Food – All the fromage at Hilton Nouméa La Promenade Residences and daily buffet breakfast and nightly buffet dinner at Escapade Island Resort

Gourmet French food meets local produce on an island that’s known for its locally-grown fruits and vegetables and its abundance of seafood. Think: classic French dishes with a tropical twist. Oh, and some of the most delicious wine and cheese you’ll taste outside of France.

Enjoy AU$50 dining credit to share at Hilton Nouméa La Promenade Residences, plus 15% off food at La Terrasse Restaurant where you can unwind on the outdoor deck overlooking the glistening waters of Anse Vata Bay. Or change things up and use your 15% off at the neighbouring Equilibre Restaurant at Nouvata hotel.

At Escapade Island Resort wake up each morning to a spectacular buffet breakfast at Escapade Restaurant featuring a selection of flaky French pastries, fresh fruit, hot breakfast staples, breads, condiments as well as tea, coffee and juice.

Return to the poolside Escapade Restaurant for a nightly buffet dinner serving up a selection of local seafood, cold cuts, fresh salads, grilled meats and featuring a spectacular cheese and dessert station. It’s crucial to mention that the region’s staple dish is a combination of chicken, lobster or fish mixed with yams, bananas, sweet potatoes and coconut milk and wrapped in a banana leaf. Bougna—as the locals call it—can be found steaming on hot stones roadside or at local restaurants.

See & Do – Turtles, watersports, unspoilt beaches and azure waters

The islands of New Caledonia epitomise natural beauty with their pristine sands, untouched waters and colourful sea life. Escapade Island Resort features some of the best turtle spotting in the area. With Escapade Island Resort boasting a number of watersports (at an additional charge)—from stand-up paddle boarding and kayaking to kite surfing and snorkelling—you’ll experience the overwater and underwater nirvana of this paradise.

Hop on the city tour bus and check out the sights of the Tijibaou Cultural centure, the tropical Botanical Gardens and the famous French markets.

Or hire a car and visit one of the most majestic sights on the mainland. It isn’t a beach or bay, it’s in fact a mangrove swamp that has naturally developed into the shape of a love heart. The Heart of Voh sits towards the north of the island and can be seen by following a two hour-return track up Mt Kathépaïk.

Perfect for couples

Enjoy a romantic French escape in the undiscovered South Pacific with a fuss-free seven or ten-night tropical island escape.