Captain Cook Ave, 0000 Port Vila, Vanuatu
#26 of 53 hotels in Port Vila
Guests' ChoiceBased on 47 hotel reviews
7.9Cleanliness
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
Annie
AustraliaThe 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
Jan
AustraliaWe 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
Tamara
NetherlandsVery friendly people !! We enjoyed our stay and would come back !!
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 1 March 2024
Les
AustraliaAircon would be a plus.
Good value for the budget minded.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 14 December 2023
Jason
New ZealandThe 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
Marc
FranceQuiet and beautiful view
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 7 November 2023
Paul
AustraliaI 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
Ashlee1502
New ZealandWe 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
Smb
United KingdomLocation 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
Sabrina
New ZealandOnly 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
翔
JapanStaff 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
Elizabeth
AustraliaFacilities 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
Caroline
United StatesAll 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
Mavis
AustraliaWe 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
George
AustraliaOur 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
Nina
AustraliaI 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
Jenny
AustraliaLove 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
Susanne
AustraliaEverything. 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
Luiz
New ZealandThe 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
Marcus
Australiathe room is dark and humid....
Swimming pool and lagoon...good size fridge....
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 8 January 2024
Maaike
Netherlandsnothing
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
Benjamin
AustraliaNothing
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
Diana
RomaniaThe 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
Rebecca
AustraliaThe location was close to town and a big supermarket Amenities were great. Staff were fantastic
Stayed in July 2023
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