We stayed four nights at Traders Ridge. It's probably the best in Yap (there are only 138 rooms in the entire area) but regardless, it's a comfortable hotel. You can go their website to view photos so I won't describe the facility except to say it's clean and the staff is friendly (almost too friendly if that's possible). The rooms are large and comfortable. The hotel sits about a block from the water, which afforts a nice view of the channel and catches any breeze that happens to pass by. The hotel was practically empty when we were there and the staff devoted themselves to making us feel at home. The young American chef is new and the food needs work (other guests agreed with us). There aren't many choices of restaurants on the island and we'd been told it was the best in town so we just went with the flow, it wasn't a big deal. The Activities Center is close and although I'm not a diver it looked good with a large drying room etc. We rented a boat and a friendly driver for a half-day snorkel and were very happy. They offer a half day island tour and I highly recommend it. The hotel van was waiting for us at the airport when we arrived and delivered us promptly when left. They have an airconditioned waiting room at the airport for hotel guests, which was a godsend. Our driver waited outside to make sure we didn't miss the flight, which was a very thoughtful gesture. Overall, I'd give this hotel a 'B' rating - and an 'A' if they improve the food. Happy travels!
