Lot 6, Mele Cove, Port Vila, Vanuatu
#11 of 54 hotels in Port Vila
Guests' ChoiceBased on 70 hotel reviews
8.5Cleanliness
8.4
Comfort
8.5
Location
9.1
Facilities
8.2
Staff
9.5
Value for money
8.5
Free WiFi
9.1
Each review score is between 1-10. To get the overall score that you see, we add up all the review scores we’ve received and divide that total by the number of review scores we’ve received. We are currently testing a weighted review system in Malta and Iceland (excluding hotel and vacation rental chains). For properties in these countries, the more recent the review, the bigger the impact on the total review score calculation. In addition, guests can give separate ‘subscores’ in crucial areas, such as location, cleanliness, staff, comfort, facilities, value for money and free Wi-Fi. Note that guests submit their subscores and their overall scores independently, so there’s no direct link between them.
You can review an Accommodation that you booked through our Platform if you stayed there or if you arrived at the property but didn’t actually stay there. To edit a review you’ve already submitted, please contact our Customer Service team.
We have people and automated systems that specialise in detecting fake reviews submitted to our Platform. If we find any, we delete them and, if necessary, take action against whoever is responsible.
Anyone else who spots something suspicious can always report it to our Customer Service team, so our Fraud team can investigate.
Ideally, we would publish every review we receive, whether positive or negative. However, we won’t display any review that includes or refers to (among other things):
To make sure reviews are relevant, we may only accept reviews that are submitted within 3 months of checking out, and we may stop showing reviews once they’re 36 months old – or if the Accommodation has a change of ownership.
An Accommodation may choose to reply to a review.
When you see multiple reviews, the most recent ones will be at the top, subject to a few other factors (what language a review is in, whether it’s just a rating or contains comments as well, etc.). If you like, you can sort and/or filter them (by time of year, review score, etc.).
We sometimes show external review scores from other well-known travel websites. We make it clear when we’ve done this.
These guidelines and standards aim to keep the content on Booking.com relevant and family-friendly without limiting expression of strong opinions. They are also applicable regardless of the sentiment of the comment.
Contributions should be travel related. The most helpful contributions are detailed and help others make better decisions. Please don’t include personal, political, ethical, or religious commentary. Promotional content will be removed and issues concerning Booking.com’s services should be routed to our Customer Service or Accommodation Service teams.
Contributions should be appropriate for a global audience. Please avoid using profanity or attempts to approximate profanity with creative spelling, in any language. Comments and media that include 'hate speech', discriminatory remarks, threats, sexually explicit remarks, violence, and the promotion of illegal activity are not permitted.
All content should be genuine and unique to the guest. Reviews are most valuable when they are original and unbiased. Your contribution should be yours. Booking.com property partners should not post on behalf of guests or offer incentives in exchange for reviews. Attempts to bring down the rating of a competitor by submitting a negative review will not be tolerated.
Respect the privacy of others. Booking.com will make an effort to obscure email addresses, telephone numbers, website addresses, social media accounts, and similar details.
The opinions expressed in contributions are those of Booking.com customers and properties and not of Booking.com. Booking.com does not accept responsibility or liability for any reviews or responses. Booking.com is a distributor (without any obligation to verify) and not a publisher of these comments and responses.
By default, reviews are sorted based on the date of the review and on additional criteria to display the most relevant reviews, including but not limited to: your language, reviews with text, and non-anonymous reviews. Additional sorting options may be available (by type of traveller, by score, etc.).
This service may contain translations powered by Google. Google disclaims all warranties related to the translations, express or implied, including any warranties of accuracy, reliability, and any implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose and non-infringement.
End of dialog content
Showing 1 – 25
Reviewed: 21 May 2024
Shauna
AustraliaGreat location - excellent self contained rooms with easy access to pool and the beach. Very friendly staff. Nice menu options for meals and the onsite bar/cafe is great for snacks and meals.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 7 May 2024
Esbjerg
DenmarkDogs barkling several hours each night. Staff were not available in hours each day. Was expected for a 4 **** place
Perfect location at the beach outside Port Vila. Easy to take a bus into Port Vila or to the airport. Food delicious. Friendly staff
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 7 May 2024
Claudia
GermanyWhat an incredible location, right at a beautiful beach, with a tiny island just opposite which we could Kayak to (provided free). Super friendly staff, spot on rooms and so many areas for our 5 year old son to play - sandpit, playground, pool, beach. The breakfast choices were good, too. And super close to the stunning Mele waterfalls! Would always stay again when in Port Vila.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 29 April 2024
Annabelle
AustraliaDidnt enjoy the whipper snipping outside our windows at 8am every morning
Liked everything
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 24 April 2024
David
AustraliaNothing at all
The staff were very friendly and the location was perfect for relaxing with the pool and ocean outside our apartment. The breakfast was filling and enjoyed by all our family.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 24 April 2024
Rodney
AustraliaA little tired but well kept.
Great location, friendly staff.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 22 April 2024
Sibec
New ZealandApartment was great value for money but had a couple of quirks. One of the beds was a little hard and one of the rooms only had a fan and no aircon. The end room didn't appear to have hot water but we never investigated this with Management as the occupants were more than happy with a cool shower. Wifi was a little temperamental but not an issue as someone in our group was always able to connect. Booking.com suggested 50% deposit would be paid in advance, however we paid in full at property when we checked out. NZ Dollar indicative price was slightly different due to change in exchange rate from time of booking to time of vacation - of course this could work in your favour.
Meals were excellent and really good value for money. Coffee was delicious - local roasted beans gave a wonderful flavour and aroma- however Vanuatu only have UHT milk as no local milk industry. Location was perfect as they have a beautiful beach and free kayaks to paddle out into the bay. A short stroll down the beach brings you to larger restaurant and bar which has local entertainment but to be honest the meals were better at Beachfront Apartments. The staff were very friendly, answered all queries and organised transport when required. We had a party of 7 and all had a very enjoyable first trip to Vanuatu.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 16 April 2024
Denisa
AustraliaThere were many ants in the apartment in every room, there was a bug spray provided but this offered only a temporary solution to the problem. We had ants on our clothes, in our bed, on our toothbrush, regardless where we placed it.
Great location next to the ocean, quiet and tranquil spot, good for relaxing.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 9 April 2024
Veniana
FijiThe roads, but that was expected :-)
Our apartment over exceeded our family expectations for a vacation, if you're looking for a place out of town, yet close to the convenience of things (shops, markets, water, sea, beaches, pools, kava bars) THIS is the SPOT!! The staff were very efficient and professional, the place is always well kept and clean. Love the daily breakfast, and the serenity of the location. Would highly recommend this place for families and anyone that just needs to get away for a relaxing, stress free place.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 29 March 2024
Larissa
AustraliaNothing
The staff make our time in Vanuatu even better. We love them, very helpful and friendly. The apartment was perfect for our group.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 3 March 2024
Tin
AustraliaLocation & staffs.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 2 March 2024
Colin
United KingdomNothing, we loved it.
Excellent location, facilities and super friendly and helpful staff. Free use of bicycles and kayaks. Lovely pool, beach front with clean water and beach. Really good breakfast included, such good value. Also, provided taxi pick up at airport, and drop off for a reasonable price. We thoroughly recommend.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 26 February 2024
Michael
PortugalBest location on the Island but best experienced with a rental car. Great breakfast and a very comfortable place. Staff were brilliant.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 21 February 2024
Murray
New ZealandClean, tidy, modern, quiet.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 14 February 2024
William
New ZealandSometimes noisy because this particular apartment is next to the carpark and we were woken in the middle of the night by a group arriving back.
The location is great, right on Mele beach and the property was very clear that the apartment we'd booked wasn't beach front, but faced the garden / bbq area so we didn't have unrealistic expectations. It's a two minute walk to the Beach Bar and the famous fire show went ahead despite a near cyclone. If the weather had been better we'd definitely have gone across to snorkel at Hideaway Island. Tanna Coffee is a short bus ride away. The staff are lovely, the complementary breakfast fine (if you're a tropical fruit fan, bring your own from the Vila markets) and the toasted cheese sammies for lunch awesome.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 10 February 2024
Shereen
AustraliaMaybe with the large room another one or two air conditioners
The staff were amazing and accommodating Rooms were clean and large
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 24 November 2023
Logan
New ZealandThis was great for a vacation with our 6 month old. The staff were super friendly and the location can’t be beaten. Right on the beach and close to hideaway island. Good food at the on-site cafe and good priced drinks. Best value for money accommodation in Port Vila
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 16 October 2023
Carly
AustraliaComing home
The location was fantastic and the staff went above and beyond to cater for our needs. The food onsite was the best that we had on our holiday out of a number of places that we ate at.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 2 October 2023
Karen
AustraliaNot much we didn't like. Slightly older accommodation but the service and location made up for it. Sometimes breakfast options weren't available but we were impressed they catered for dietary preferences.
Staff were exceptional and did everything in their power to ensure you have a memorable stay. Location was outstanding. We loved Mele and all there is to do in the area.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 20 September 2023
Wendy
AustraliaClose to everything
Close to the beach and adventures
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 19 September 2023
Maria
AustraliaOnly thing I would suggest is upgrading beds. We could feel springs on the one we had and made a loud spring noise every now and again. Was still able to sleep well enough, but definite need of attention.
Great, friendly service, nothing was too much trouble and very welcoming great with the kids. Would definitely come back.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 11 September 2023
Elizabeth
New Zealandthe bathroom smelt like a urinal.the toilet was stained and smelt. the shower needed renovating as it's tired. lights were minimal and couldn't see tge kitchen at night.
breakfasts were great staff were great and always went the extra mile location was handy
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 10 September 2023
Lauren
AustraliaBoth room mattresses were extremely uncomfortable. Sheets have pilling on them making it feel as though you are sleeping on sand. Pool is slippery which made it challenging to use with children. Neighbours to one side like to party. Unfortunately the place needs a good spring clean as spider webs in most rooms, cupboards need a good scrubbing ect.
Staff were absolutely fabulous!!!! Location was nice by the beach. Breakfast was great even though menu is limited. Little kids room which needs a refresher is handy.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 10 September 2023
Lynette
AustraliaTiles in bathroom especially in shower recess need a bit more of a scrub , but other than that excellent
Breakfast was great , staff were fantastic and friendly
Stayed in September 2023
Showing 1 – 25
Cardiff, UK
Bielefeld, Germany
Velden am Wörthersee, Austria
Roquetas de Mar, Spain
Nagasaki, Japan
Caorle, Italy
Bardstown, USA
Nairobi, Kenya
Booking.com is part of Booking Holdings Inc., the world leader in online travel and related services.
We have more than 70 million property reviews, and they're all from real, verified guests.
1
The only way to leave a review is to first make a booking. That's how we know our reviews come from real guests who have stayed at the property.
2
When guests stay at the property they check out how quiet the room is, how friendly the staff are and more.
3
After their trip, guests tell us about their stay. We check for naughty words and verify the authenticity of all guest reviews before adding them to our site.
If you booked through us and want to leave a review, please sign in first.
End of dialog content