"Had a terrific time at Holiday Inn Vanuatu. The staff a very attentive and helpful. They are happy to help with requests and do everything with a smile.
The facilities are great but did notice a loose tap in my room and my colleagues room had an issue with a water leak. However staff address the issue promptly.
The food at the hotel is excellent!"
"Had a terrific time at Holiday Inn Vanuatu. The staff a very attentive and helpful. They are happy to help with requests and do everything with a smile.
The facilities are great but did notice a loose tap in my room and my colleagues room had an issue with a water leak. However staff address the issue promptly.
The food at the hotel is excellent!"
"Beautiful view of the lagoon from the room. Location is great,the resort is in a quiet location but close enough to town and amenities. Food at the restaurant is very good. The staff are very friendly and quick to respond. Would stay again next time."
"Beautiful view of the lagoon from the room. Location is great,the resort is in a quiet location but close enough to town and amenities. Food at the restaurant is very good. The staff are very friendly and quick to respond. Would stay again next time."
"We had a great stay!
The pool is great for the kids, access to snorkel on the beach and great food onsite.
I was travelling with just myself and my two small boys and felt super safe and comfortable the whole time!"
"We had a great stay!
The pool is great for the kids, access to snorkel on the beach and great food onsite.
I was travelling with just myself and my two small boys and felt super safe and comfortable the whole time!"
"Very picturesque. Snorkelling just off the beach. Breakfast included with room price and really good. Afternoon and evening meals also very good. Staff very friendly and very happy it’s a real tropical little island with 24hr ferry access to the mainland. What’s not to like?"
"Very picturesque. Snorkelling just off the beach. Breakfast included with room price and really good. Afternoon and evening meals also very good. Staff very friendly and very happy it’s a real tropical little island with 24hr ferry access to the mainland. What’s not to like?"
"Staff were super nice, it was great to be walking distance of town center but not right in the middle of it. Right next to a bus stop, shopping center and plenty of good food close by."
"Staff were super nice, it was great to be walking distance of town center but not right in the middle of it. Right next to a bus stop, shopping center and plenty of good food close by."
"Resort is undergoing some upgrades atm to cope with the expected influx of school holiday travelers, The rebuilt children's splash zone will be a treat once completed and the kitchen is in the process of being refit as well.
Staff and management are great and a pleasure to communicate with.
Prices for food and drinks are on par with town center so if you do not wish to travel there is that option, also there is a supermarket next door with ATM's on the outside of the building.
If you wish to...
"Resort is undergoing some upgrades atm to cope with the expected influx of school holiday travelers, The rebuilt children's splash zone will be a treat once completed and the kitchen is in the process of being refit as well.
Staff and management are great and a pleasure to communicate with.
Prices for food and drinks are on par with town center so if you do not wish to travel there is that option, also there is a supermarket next door with ATM's on the outside of the building.
If you wish to...
"The hotel is clean, comfortable and a great location. All the staff are amaxingly friendly and helpfull. The pool was great. There is no restrant but it is only a short walk to some food outlets and a supermarket."
"The hotel is clean, comfortable and a great location. All the staff are amaxingly friendly and helpfull. The pool was great. There is no restrant but it is only a short walk to some food outlets and a supermarket."
"Very close to airport. You can walk if you have a short stopover.
However, no kettle or cup, sheet torn, wifi password wrong, no key for door.
Staff helpful. You can buy bottled water and instant noodles.
Overall very basic"
"Very close to airport. You can walk if you have a short stopover.
However, no kettle or cup, sheet torn, wifi password wrong, no key for door.
Staff helpful. You can buy bottled water and instant noodles.
Overall very basic"
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Snorkel with tropical fish at Hideaway Island Marine Reserve, then browse colourful handicrafts at Port Vila's bustling waterfront market. Arrange a day trip to Mele Cascades where guides show you the best swimming spots beneath the multi-tiered waterfall.
Loved everything about our stay! We only had five nights. Wish it had been more. Anne, Petter and staff were so welcoming and the care and small touches make it a special place. I did my PADI recertification while I was there. So pleased to be back diving again. If you want wonderful snorkelling straight off the beach, home-cooked meals using fresh local produce, an intimate setting, clean, spacious and comfortable accommodation and a chance to experience the real Vanuatu this is the place for...
Loved everything about our stay! We only had five nights. Wish it had been more. Anne, Petter and staff were so welcoming and the care and small touches make it a special place. I did my PADI recertification while I was there. So pleased to be back diving again. If you want wonderful snorkelling straight off the beach, home-cooked meals using fresh local produce, an intimate setting, clean, spacious and comfortable accommodation and a chance to experience the real Vanuatu this is the place for...
My family (2 adults, 2 kids) stayed at Erakor Island for 8 nights in January 2023. The resort is on its own island, which is a 5 minute free ferry ride from the jetty in Efate, which itself is about a 15 minute bus ride from the centre of Port Vila.
The island is stunningly beautiful, with crystal blue waters surrounding the coconut and palm jungle. The resort is very low scale and laid back - accommodation is in a series of detached buildings scattered around the island, with shared...
My family (2 adults, 2 kids) stayed at Erakor Island for 8 nights in January 2023. The resort is on its own island, which is a 5 minute free ferry ride from the jetty in Efate, which itself is about a 15 minute bus ride from the centre of Port Vila.
The island is stunningly beautiful, with crystal blue waters surrounding the coconut and palm jungle. The resort is very low scale and laid back - accommodation is in a series of detached buildings scattered around the island, with shared...
Thomas
Reviewed January 14, 2023Reviewed January 14, 2023
This was our first holiday in Vanuatu so was unsure what to expect. Before we left Brisbane, Bessie the Manager from Fatumaru Lodge had emailed to enquire about transfers from the airport to the accommodation - this was the beginning of our wonderful stay, we already felt welcomed and catered for. We were cheerfully and warmly greeted by all of the staff on arrival and shown directly to our beachside apartment, when we opened the French doors to the view it was breathtaking. It was great having...
This was our first holiday in Vanuatu so was unsure what to expect. Before we left Brisbane, Bessie the Manager from Fatumaru Lodge had emailed to enquire about transfers from the airport to the accommodation - this was the beginning of our wonderful stay, we already felt welcomed and catered for. We were cheerfully and warmly greeted by all of the staff on arrival and shown directly to our beachside apartment, when we opened the French doors to the view it was breathtaking. It was great having...
We stayed here before moving onto a resort, however Pacific Lagoon Apartments was half the cost of the resort and my family agrees we liked it better.
The reasons we liked it was everything was there, you can kayak across the lagoon to an expensive resort and hang out there for the day, snorkel in the lagoon, catch a ride into town with a local cheaply.
We stayed here before moving onto a resort, however Pacific Lagoon Apartments was half the cost of the resort and my family agrees we liked it better.
The reasons we liked it was everything was there, you can kayak across the lagoon to an expensive resort and hang out there for the day, snorkel in the lagoon, catch a ride into town with a local cheaply.
had a wonderful 6 nights at Nasama Resort. The room was more than adequate for the two of us as well as our two children. The children loved collecting shells and coral off the beach every morning, and had a great time in the kids pool. The added kitchen was a bonus, we got fruit and vegetables every second day at the market in town so no need to go out and spend money on breakfast and lunch. The staff were wonderful with us and especially the children. The snorkeling off the reef was great, our...
had a wonderful 6 nights at Nasama Resort. The room was more than adequate for the two of us as well as our two children. The children loved collecting shells and coral off the beach every morning, and had a great time in the kids pool. The added kitchen was a bonus, we got fruit and vegetables every second day at the market in town so no need to go out and spend money on breakfast and lunch. The staff were wonderful with us and especially the children. The snorkeling off the reef was great, our...
Andrew
Reviewed January 13, 2015Reviewed January 13, 2015
I stayed at Breakas with my partner for 5 lovely nights which unfortunately came to an end but we left knowing that we'll definitely be back.
On arrival we were impressed to be greeted with a drink and locally made shell necklace before being shown to our beachfront Fare. We were in Fare 5 which was right next to the restaurant so had some trepidation that we may be kept awake by noisy diners but that wasn't a problem at all. As Breakas doesn't allow kids we found that everyone was there for...
I stayed at Breakas with my partner for 5 lovely nights which unfortunately came to an end but we left knowing that we'll definitely be back.
On arrival we were impressed to be greeted with a drink and locally made shell necklace before being shown to our beachfront Fare. We were in Fare 5 which was right next to the restaurant so had some trepidation that we may be kept awake by noisy diners but that wasn't a problem at all. As Breakas doesn't allow kids we found that everyone was there for...
Andrew
Reviewed December 15, 2014Reviewed December 15, 2014
The Mangoes resort exceeded our expectations for our 5 night stay in Port Vila. The grounds were lovely, the bungalows very well kept, the views were amazing, and the staff were always very helpful. The dining was very good quality and at a reasonable price. Mangoes is situated far enough away from the loud and busy main town centre to be quiet at night, yet close enough to walk easily to shops and other restaurants. All the bus drivers know the resort and because it's still in the township of...
The Mangoes resort exceeded our expectations for our 5 night stay in Port Vila. The grounds were lovely, the bungalows very well kept, the views were amazing, and the staff were always very helpful. The dining was very good quality and at a reasonable price. Mangoes is situated far enough away from the loud and busy main town centre to be quiet at night, yet close enough to walk easily to shops and other restaurants. All the bus drivers know the resort and because it's still in the township of...
Alicia
Reviewed October 16, 2023Reviewed October 16, 2023
We stayed in the 2 bedroom beachfront unit in March 2017. Unit is right on beach in a quiet location. Your view looks out over Mele Bay and Hideaway Island. There is a Café/ bar poolside and the ladies their serve excellent cocktails! Also a beach bar restaurant just 1 minute walk down the beach from apartment that has an amazing Fire Show every Friday night! The staff at Vanuatu Beachfront Apartments are very good at helping organise any day trips you might want to do. Highly recommend the zip...
We stayed in the 2 bedroom beachfront unit in March 2017. Unit is right on beach in a quiet location. Your view looks out over Mele Bay and Hideaway Island. There is a Café/ bar poolside and the ladies their serve excellent cocktails! Also a beach bar restaurant just 1 minute walk down the beach from apartment that has an amazing Fire Show every Friday night! The staff at Vanuatu Beachfront Apartments are very good at helping organise any day trips you might want to do. Highly recommend the zip...
My partner and I stayed at Cocomo from the 2nd to the 8th of November and couldn't be happier with our stay. For starters, we were upgraded to the waterfront villa due to small construction taking place at the pool deck. The hotel staff were incredibly welcoming, helpful and always happy to field any questions we had. The restaurant was also a major hit as my coeliac / gluten free girlfriend was well looked after by the chef. The manager felix was great with helping me book all our tours...
My partner and I stayed at Cocomo from the 2nd to the 8th of November and couldn't be happier with our stay. For starters, we were upgraded to the waterfront villa due to small construction taking place at the pool deck. The hotel staff were incredibly welcoming, helpful and always happy to field any questions we had. The restaurant was also a major hit as my coeliac / gluten free girlfriend was well looked after by the chef. The manager felix was great with helping me book all our tours...
Jack
Reviewed November 10, 2015Reviewed November 10, 2015
Just got back from a 5 night stay for our honeymoon. Couldn't fault our visit. The grounds and room were immaculate. Staff were amazing. Special mention to John Paul who looked after us so well. Highly recommend the day spa and the beach side massages. Try out the pizzas by the pool - divine. Intend on coming back next time with the kids!
Just got back from a 5 night stay for our honeymoon. Couldn't fault our visit. The grounds and room were immaculate. Staff were amazing. Special mention to John Paul who looked after us so well. Highly recommend the day spa and the beach side massages. Try out the pizzas by the pool - divine. Intend on coming back next time with the kids!
The Partridges
Reviewed February 17, 2015Reviewed February 17, 2015
As a couple who have spent most of their lives travelling for both work and pleasure, we know a great hotel when we see one. Great staff providing great service - well above and beyond - particularly Monith Kumar on the night of the storm. Beach bar close - great Thai restaurant just up the hill and a very relaxed feel. Loved the rooftop kitchen/bar which provides a view that is unsurpassed. Monith’s curries cannot be missed….To quote a very famous actor…. “We will be Back!”
As a couple who have spent most of their lives travelling for both work and pleasure, we know a great hotel when we see one. Great staff providing great service - well above and beyond - particularly Monith Kumar on the night of the storm. Beach bar close - great Thai restaurant just up the hill and a very relaxed feel. Loved the rooftop kitchen/bar which provides a view that is unsurpassed. Monith’s curries cannot be missed….To quote a very famous actor…. “We will be Back!”
Really enjoyed our stay here. Super close to town, so walking to tourist shopping or grocery shopping is only minutes away. Great views over the Water Front to Iririki Island. Self contained accommodation with separate bedrooms was great and had everything required to look after yourself if that's what you want. Staff were friendly and helpful.
Really enjoyed our stay here. Super close to town, so walking to tourist shopping or grocery shopping is only minutes away. Great views over the Water Front to Iririki Island. Self contained accommodation with separate bedrooms was great and had everything required to look after yourself if that's what you want. Staff were friendly and helpful.
Anonymous traveller
Reviewed January 23, 2019Reviewed January 23, 2019
We had a fantastic stay at this resort and we were very happy.Sorry to have a complaint as all the staff at the resort were amazing however, when we had checked out at reception we were waiting around at the reception area as we were quite early to be leaving the resort for the airport. We decided to have one last drink before taking a taxi from the resort car park just 30 meters away, after about 20 or so minutes a local bus arrived to drop a guest off and I was able to ask him if he would take...
We had a fantastic stay at this resort and we were very happy.Sorry to have a complaint as all the staff at the resort were amazing however, when we had checked out at reception we were waiting around at the reception area as we were quite early to be leaving the resort for the airport. We decided to have one last drink before taking a taxi from the resort car park just 30 meters away, after about 20 or so minutes a local bus arrived to drop a guest off and I was able to ask him if he would take...
Poppy's was an excellent choice for a long (8 night) stay in Port Vila. It was perfectly situated away from the hustle and bustle of the main street, yet still an easy 10 or so minute walk away. With complimentary kayaks and snorkelling gear for use in the lagoon it was on. The staff were also extremely attentive and lovely, and always greeted you with a smile and asked about your day. The resort also thought of all the little details to make a stay enjoyable - reef shoes, pool towels, umbrellas...
Poppy's was an excellent choice for a long (8 night) stay in Port Vila. It was perfectly situated away from the hustle and bustle of the main street, yet still an easy 10 or so minute walk away. With complimentary kayaks and snorkelling gear for use in the lagoon it was on. The staff were also extremely attentive and lovely, and always greeted you with a smile and asked about your day. The resort also thought of all the little details to make a stay enjoyable - reef shoes, pool towels, umbrellas...
Grace
Reviewed December 23, 2015Reviewed December 23, 2015
We stayed here for 8 nights and found it to be very clean with friendly and helpful staff, It is only 5 minutes walk to town with some rooms overlooking the harbour, so you can watch the cruise ships come and go. The breakfast is basic but satisfying. The pool is huge and a perfect temperature. The rooms are a good size and the beds very comfortable. We had an aircon room which made things a bit more comfortable at night. Most people staying there seemed to be business people which meant a lack...
We stayed here for 8 nights and found it to be very clean with friendly and helpful staff, It is only 5 minutes walk to town with some rooms overlooking the harbour, so you can watch the cruise ships come and go. The breakfast is basic but satisfying. The pool is huge and a perfect temperature. The rooms are a good size and the beds very comfortable. We had an aircon room which made things a bit more comfortable at night. Most people staying there seemed to be business people which meant a lack...
Hideaway is like a home away from home to me. I have now stayed there ten times over the past thirteen years. It is one of the few holiday destinations that I find totally relaxing. Hideaway Time is my time!
Hideaway is like a home away from home to me. I have now stayed there ten times over the past thirteen years. It is one of the few holiday destinations that I find totally relaxing. Hideaway Time is my time!
Chris
Reviewed October 16, 2019Reviewed October 16, 2019
arrived & reception at Melanesian was as welcoming as ever. all services were exceptional.everyone friendly,food fantastic.entertainment spot-on. nothing was too much trouble for the staff.
arrived & reception at Melanesian was as welcoming as ever. all services were exceptional.everyone friendly,food fantastic.entertainment spot-on. nothing was too much trouble for the staff.
allen
Reviewed October 24, 2014Reviewed October 24, 2014
Hostels are a great way to stay for a good value, so you can save more for fun things to do. The island views create an appealing natural setting, and you can enjoy attractions like the waterfront.
What is a hostel?
No two hostels look exactly the same, but these dorm-style accommodations all feature shared rooms (though many hostels offer private room options too), budget prices and a social atmosphere.
What are the best hostels in Port Vila?
Ready to book a hostel in town? These ones get the highest reviews from our guests and might be a good place to start looking: Vila Backpackers - You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and free parking, as well as an outdoor pool. Rooms come with towels, hairdryers and free Wi-Fi. Bluepango Guest House - Hostel - Guests can enjoy free parking, tour/ticket assistance and laundry facilities. Rooms come with towels, showers and bed sheets. Vila Backpackers - Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a bar. Rooms come with free Wi-Fi.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Port Vila?
Good weather's definitely a plus when you want to venture out and explore, so here's some information about the seasons: The hottest months are usually February and March, with an average temperature of 27°C, while the coldest months are August and September, with an average of 24°C. The rainiest months in Port Vila are April, March, January and February, with each month seeing an average of 275 mm of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in Port Vila?
In general, Port Vila is known for its snorkelling, beaches and monuments. Get out into nature with places such as Iririki Island, Pango Point and Mele Bay. Cultural attractions include National Museum. Locals like to shop at Port Vila Market and Tana Russet Plaza.
What's the best way to get to and around Port Vila while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Port Vila on hand to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Port Vila Airport (VLI), located 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from the city centre.