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When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Noumea travel guide

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You're Going to Love Noumea

With 93,060 inhabitants, Noumea is the most populous city in New Caledonia. It is the most popular tourist destination in the country. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Noumea has to offer.

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When to visit Noumea

Noumea in March
Estimated hotel price
$62
1 night at 3-star hotel
Noumea in March
Estimated hotel price
$62
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Noumea

Plane

Noumea is served by 2 airports: Noumea Magenta (GEA) and Noumea Tontouta (NOU). The closest to downtown Noumea is Noumea Magenta, which is located 3 km from the city center. Further away is Noumea Tontouta, 38 km from the center of Noumea.

Plane

Noumea is served by 2 airports: Noumea Magenta (GEA) and Noumea Tontouta (NOU). The closest to downtown Noumea is Noumea Magenta, which is located 3 km from the city center. Further away is Noumea Tontouta, 38 km from the center of Noumea.

Airports near Noumea

GEANoumea Magenta
NOUNoumea Tontouta
ILPIle Des Pins

Airlines serving Noumea

Air France
Good (1,642 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,584 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (1,081 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (662 reviews)
Fiji Airways
Excellent (252 reviews)
Air Tahiti Nui
Excellent (78 reviews)
Aircalin
Excellent (12 reviews)
Air Caledonie

Where to stay in Noumea

From 5-star hotels such as the Le Domaine Nouméa, Series by Marriott to great affordable options like the Hotel Gondwana - City Green, Noumea offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $96 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $202 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Noumea

Most booked hotels in Noumea

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DoubleTree by Hilton Noumea Ilot Maitre Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 2087 reviews)
$204+
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Chateau Royal Beach Resort & Spa, Noumea
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 1420 reviews)
$240+
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Hilton Noumea La Promenade Residences
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 1358 reviews)
$144+
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Hotel Le Paris
3 stars
Good (7.9, 874 reviews)
$73+
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Nouvata
3 stars
Good (6.9, 2761 reviews)
$78+
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Renting a car in Noumea

Renting a car in Noumea costs $57 per day, on average, or $228 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

Mini (Citroen C1 or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Noumea, while also 29% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Noumea costs $57 per day, on average, or $228 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

Mini (Citroen C1 or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Noumea, while also 29% cheaper than other types, on average.

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