The Pathways Hotel was built with Yapese architecture in mind. Combining authentic local materials with modern conveniences, the Pathways Hotel offers guest cottages at affordable prices. The cottages offer screened windows to allow guests to enjoy the trade wind breeze. The cottages feature bamboo walls, thatched roofs, mahogany rafters and air conditioning. The cabins have private verandas and hot water. Single occupancy for a hut begins at $55 per night. Deluxe cottages begin at $126.50 per night. A honeymoon shack is also available for $165 per night. Guests can enjoy Kaday dancers as they perform the traditional Yapese dance in authentic dress. Pathways Hotel also features an on-site restaurant that serves local fruits and in-season foods. Guests can enjoy fish, chicken, pork, vegetables, wine and tropical drinks.
The ESA Bay View Hotel offers modern conveniences and the hotel staff transports guests to and from the airport, assists with car rentals or taxi services for guests who wish to drive around the island and provides modern, air-conditioned rooms. Single occupancy starts at $93.50 per night, a wallet-friendly value considering the location. The restaurant features an on-site restaurant, mini-store, beauty shop and bakery. Water tours or land tours can be arranged. Visitors can enjoy deep sea fishing and kayaking near the hotel.
Located within the Western Pacific, Yap was first settled by traveling seafaring people. First inhabited around 176 AD, Yap wasn't exposed to foreigners until around 1525 when Spanish explorers seeking a route to the Spice Islands. The islands of Yap have been claimed by the Spanish, Germans, Japanese and Americans, according to ESA Yap online. In 1986 Yap became one of the four states within the Federated States of Micronesia. Much of Yap's traditional way of life still exists, today.
Around the Yap island is a barrier reef. According to Pathways Hotel online, much of the bleaching caused by El Nino only minimally impacted Yap's reefs. Snorkeling and scuba diving in the channels and on the reefs are activities that draw visitors from all over the world. Tropical fish, manta rays, turtles and reef sharks can be seen. Yap has over 90 miles of reef for visitors to explore, according to ESA Yap online. For visitors who prefer to remain above the water, water tours can be enjoyed to allow visitors to view the coastline of Yap Proper.
