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Reviews of Seachange Lodge 4 stars

Captain Cook Ave, 0000 Port Vila, Vanuatu

#26 of 53 hotels in Port Vila

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 47 hotel reviews

7.9

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    7.9

  • Comfort

    7.8

  • Location

    8.5

  • Facilities

    7.9

  • Staff

    9.2

  • Value for money

    8.2

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  • Reviewed: 2 May 2024

    8.0
    Great stay and location!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Water Front Chalet
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The chalet has a very steep track up and down to it. (This was fine for us) but may be a challenge for some.

    Great location (close to Port Vila town) Ian is a very friendly and accommodating host! Beautiful gardens on property, very private. Accommodation is simple and all you need!

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 April 2024

    8.0
    Exactly what we needed. A relaxing beautiful environment and space to look after ourselves.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio with Lagoon View - A
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We arrived sick and Ian and Oli quickly upgraded us to the spacious garden cottage. It was perfect to relax and recuperate in. Kitchen has all you need for simple self-catering. When we felt better we enjoyed the relaxing pool, the gardens and the walk downhill to the waterfront. Free kayaking was a joy. And yes the wifi works:)

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 March 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Water Front Chalet
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very friendly people !! We enjoyed our stay and would come back !!

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 March 2024

    9.0
    Friendly proprietor & staff.
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Studio with Garden View
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Aircon would be a plus.

    Good value for the budget minded.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 December 2023

    7.0
    Friendly staff , clean and not far to supermarkets and restaurants.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Water Front Chalet
    • Stayed 7 nights

    The only negative was our airport transfer never showed up ,but Ian took us to the airport himself , so thank you .

    There was a pathway with steps up to the office and road with tropical plantings all the way up so we quite enjoyed the walk on the way to catching a ride to town etc . Really friendly staff with awesome communication, so thank you .

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 19 November 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Studio with Lagoon View - B
    • Stayed 7 nights

    Quiet and beautiful view

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 7 November 2023

    7.0
    Nice homely welcoming stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio with Lagoon View - B
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I think there's a couple of things lile the exhaust area in the bathroom that could do with a good clean otherwise not too bad.

    A nice couple running this place. Its a big aged and a bit on the small side but it is as advertised and a good solid option.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 9 October 2023

    9.0
    True Paradise
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Bungalow with Lagoon View
    • Stayed 7 nights

    We absolutley loved our stay at Seachange Lodge. The location is perfect within easy walking distance to the town, shops and supermarket. Yes its a bit rundown and not exactly like the pictures but once you get over the fact that pretty much the whole of Vanuatu is this way due to cylclones and other set backs you will realise what a true gem you have found in Seachange. Ian the owner is so fiendly and helpful. we told him our water in the ensuite shower didnt work and it was fixed the very next day. we asked for a mattress for our extra child and he provided us with a full bed. He wheeled the big bbq over for us so we could cook each night and invited us to quizz night and joined us for dinner at the reccomended french restaurant. Nothing was too much trouble. The cottage was big with full size kitchen and fridge and 2 bathrooms and big entertainment deck. kyaks were availeble for use although it was a little windy for us to go. We really enjoyed the pool and the lovely views when sitting and swimming.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 18 September 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio with Lagoon View - B
    • Stayed 8 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Location top notch , owner on hand very approachable and helpful. Staff friendly and humble. Walking distance 800 m from sports slash eatery restaurant part of hotel complex but everyone welcome. Took kayak out first time was 2m away from a Dugong was my highlight of the trip. Couple km easy stroll to local market eating station with a gamut of vegetables for sale. 100percent recommend to easy going adventuring travellers.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 September 2023

    8.0
    Great location and fairly priced
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Only one time we did not get hot water. Not really a sand beach but still nice views.

    Good location in the quieter part of the city. To the city centre it was a 15 minute walk but grocery store was even closer. Easy check in process. We arrived late at night due to our flight being delayed but the staff was waiting for us.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 9 August 2023

    8.0
    Highly recommend
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Studio with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Staff are so kind and location is good. I rode sea kayak in the morning, and the dog, missy is so cute!

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 26 July 2023

    8.0
    Quiet safe area to stay, close to large supermarket
    • Couple
    • Studio with Lagoon View - B
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Facilities a little old but this is vanuatu

    Beautiful views of the lagoon. Quiet , safe area of town

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 13 May 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful lodge!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Studio with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    All good!

    Good location a bit south of central Port Vila in a nice neighborhood. Walking distance to an excellent Au Bon Marche supermarket (the one in central PV doesn't hold a candle). I was upgraded to the waterside bungalow--very comfortable with a full little kitchen and huge bathroom. Very, very steep hill (the owner actually drove me and my luggage down at check in) but lovely garden and loved the sound of the water lapping just outside my lodging. Super friendly; booked me a scuba dive over the phone. I used one of their kayaks (not see-through but better) to explore the bay/inlet--very calm water but not recommended to swim there (I didn't use the pool)

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 1 May 2023

    8.0
    Highly recommend.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Garden Bungalow
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We were near the road so we heard a lot of noise especially on Friday night.

    Our cottage was very spacious with a well equipped kitchen, the pool and the gardens were lovely. Our hosts couldn't do enough for us. Thank you Ian and Olie.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 7 April 2024

    10
    Blissful start to our Vanuatu visit - wish we had stayed longer there.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Our beautiful setting right beside the lagoon in tranquil surrounds - easy walking distance to town and restaurants with Ian and Oli the most thoughtfully kind host and receptionist .

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 March 2024

    6.0
    Pleasant
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio with Garden View
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I was a bit disappointed in the cleanliness.

    We liked the location as we could walk to everywhere but when raining it has taxi's driving past all day long. It also is very peaceful,close to the lagoon with a waterfront house which we stayed in the first time. The owner Ian very helpful and courteous.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 March 2024

    10
    Wish I had longer!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Studio with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Love love love Seachange Lodge!! Ian was absolutely brilliant to deal with, so kind and interesting. And Oli at Reception was wonderful, really helpful, friendly and funny. I would love to come back to stay for as long as I can!

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 February 2024

    1.0
    Very poor
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Studio with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything. We booked a clean 2 bedroom air-conditioned studio. We got a 1 bedroom dump not Air-conditioned. No refund no help.

    Nothing we have been lied to. Terrible experience beware

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 January 2024

    10
    It was the perfect stay. Lovely people that made our holiday even better and everyone was so kind and helpful. Thank you
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Studio with Lagoon View - B
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The location is a bit tricky to move around but on the other hand it’s 9 minute walk to the main supermarket and the main road where you can get a cheap bus anywhere in town. Ian was beyond helpful with transportation as well.

    We had a great time staying at the Sachange Lodge, the lodge is very clean and comfortable, great value for money, beautiful views and very good vibe. However, Ian, Ollie and all the staff are by far the best and they will be in our memories forever. Ian was incredibly helpful and kind, he looked after us not as guests but as family. Thank you so much, guys!!! We are forever grateful and hope to come back soon. THANK YOU TUMAS.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 12 January 2024

    5.0
    its ok for the region
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio with Lagoon View - A
    • Stayed 7 nights

    the room is dark and humid....

    Swimming pool and lagoon...good size fridge....

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 8 January 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio with Lagoon View - A
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    nothing

    the place is nice and peaceful and overlooks the lagune. Ian, the owner, is the most helpful person. He was even so kind to drop off our luggage to the airport after storage at his lodge.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 25 December 2023

    10
    Incredible stay with a great host. You can’t go wrong by choosing this place
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Water Front Chalet
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Everything, especially the lagoon views. Kayaking is a must! The owner Ian is very thoughtful and professional, and also very kind.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 7 September 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Studio with Lagoon View - A
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The location is good in a quiet area. The staff was kind and helped us organize a trip around the island at a good price.Thank you!

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 July 2023

    10
    We had a great stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Two-Bedroom Garden Bungalow
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The location was close to town and a big supermarket Amenities were great. Staff were fantastic

    Stayed in July 2023

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