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Yap Pacific Dive Resort

5.0 of 5
1 Yap Pacific Drive, Colonia, Federated States of Micronesia
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Yap Pacific Dive Resort
Ranked #1 of 4 hotels in Colonia
4.5 of 5 stars 38 Reviews
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Safety Harbor, Florida
1 review
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2012

I stayed here when it was Traders Ridge and while the local staff where excellent as was the local dive masters I am sorry to say the dive mangment was well below par. There is a very steep climb from the dive center back to the hotel and I asked if I could leave my camera & strobes locked in... More

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New York
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 May 2012
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My husband and I chose this property for our 10 day dive vacation over the more conventional choice in Yap, and we were very happy with our decision. The tropical-colonial ambiance, comfortable room with stunning view from the balcony terrace and friendly and accommodating staff & management were all wonderful, but the crowning touch was the exquisite grounds. The resort... More

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Manila, Philippines
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 February 2012

Great resort to stay at, from all the staff. excellent service. went on a dive trip purpose to see the mantas which we did and tons of it. Won't hesitate again to be back. More

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Larkspur, Colorado
1 review
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 November 2011
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I have traveled to many tropical destinations in Central and South America, as well as the Hawaii and several locations in the South Pacific for the last ten years, but my travel to Yap has been the most rewarding by far. I had the good furtune to book a stay at the Yap Pacific Dive Resort. Getting to and from... More

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Southampton, United Kingdom
1 review
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 October 2011
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This was my third time to Micronesia and my first time to Yap. I checked Tripadvisor to see where to stay and the reports of Yap Pacific Dive Resort looked very promising but they were a bit old so I was slightly hesitant about choosing it over the more common destination of Manta Ray Bay Hotel. I shouldn’t have worried.... More

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FL
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29 reviews 29 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 October 2011
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person found this review helpful

This hotel is great. It has large comfortable rooms and the beds are good. The staff here from the housekeepers, front desk, restaurant, dive shop, drivers and security are amazing. So nice and they will go out of their way to make you happy. The view is gorgeous you can see the water and the new living history museum. also... More

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Houston, Tx
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38 reviews 38 reviews
Reviews in 22 cities Reviews in 22 cities
43 helpful votes 43 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 October 2011
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Yap Pacific Dive Resort (www.yap-pacific.com) aka Traders Ridge is a great place. The exterior and interior both look like something you would find in the 1800's. Staff is excellent at the hotel and make sure whatever you need is taken care of. The hotel sits on a hill and surrounded by tropical trees and flowers. Rooms are good size and... More

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Denver, Colorado
2 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 August 2011
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I stayed at YPDR from Aug. 13-20, 2011 with a friend and was thoroughly impressed. The main building has been recently renovated and the foliage and landscaping is fabulous and well maintained. The rooms and lobby are really nice and clean. You use steps and a very short walkway of about 25 ft. to get to the restaurant, where the... More

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San Francisco, CA
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54 reviews 54 reviews
Reviews in 23 cities Reviews in 23 cities
116 helpful votes 116 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 August 2011
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We stayed at YPDR and took the opportunity to visit the other hotels on the island as well during our week stay. We also like to sample restaurants and thus moved around for our meals. Conclusion was that the restaurant had the best food and both YPDR and Manta Ray Bay were the best hotels by far. If you are... More

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Sacramento
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14 reviews 14 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
20 helpful votes 20 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 July 2011
10
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I stayed at this hotel when it was Trader Ridge several times, and the reason why it was so good was the local staff that ran it. The property was in escrow for 2 years and sold in April 2011. The new owners have plenty of plans to upgrade, but first they have to concentrate on customer service. They hired... More

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  • Traders Ridge Hotel
  • Traders Ridge Resort
Address: 1 Yap Pacific Drive, Colonia, Federated States of Micronesia
Price range (per night):* 242 AUD - 282 AUD

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