"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."
"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!"
"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.
We stayed in the 2 bed apartment (room 4), and it led straight onto the pool, which is only 5 meters from the beach.
Had a lovely time with our 6 month old and 5 year old, excellent staff, and a great location with Hideaway Island a short kayak away, and the Beach Bar 5 mins along the beach.
Very clean rooms and thoughtful extras, extra friendly and helpful staff, and a small bar/kitchen with cheap (for Vanuatu) cocktails and handy food options.
The apartments are about 10 mins by car...
We stayed in the 2 bed apartment (room 4), and it led straight onto the pool, which is only 5 meters from the beach.
Had a lovely time with our 6 month old and 5 year old, excellent staff, and a great location with Hideaway Island a short kayak away, and the Beach Bar 5 mins along the beach.
Very clean rooms and thoughtful extras, extra friendly and helpful staff, and a small bar/kitchen with cheap (for Vanuatu) cocktails and handy food options.
The apartments are about 10 mins by car...
Helpful, pleasant staff. Lovely position. We stayed in room right on the water, verandah looking out through flame tree over the bay. Minor design problem in that shutters and whole room could either be open on the view, or we could turn on aircon. Think it was unusually hot when we were there. Good restaurants in walking distance, town easily accessed by local bus. Close to airport.
Helpful, pleasant staff. Lovely position. We stayed in room right on the water, verandah looking out through flame tree over the bay. Minor design problem in that shutters and whole room could either be open on the view, or we could turn on aircon. Think it was unusually hot when we were there. Good restaurants in walking distance, town easily accessed by local bus. Close to airport.
meredith
Reviewed December 19, 2014Reviewed December 19, 2014
The location is quite secluded, so having a car is essential for getting around the island. The hosts are wonderful. I stayed for two nights, both without functioning air conditioning—though the unit was on, it only blew hot air. The host is aware of the issue and mentioned they plan to have it checked. Note that when working, the AC is scheduled to run only from 8 PM to 8 AM.
Otherwise, it's a pleasant and relaxing place to stay.
The location is quite secluded, so having a car is essential for getting around the island. The hosts are wonderful. I stayed for two nights, both without functioning air conditioning—though the unit was on, it only blew hot air. The host is aware of the issue and mentioned they plan to have it checked. Note that when working, the AC is scheduled to run only from 8 PM to 8 AM.
Otherwise, it's a pleasant and relaxing place to stay.
Eddy
Reviewed December 3, 2025Reviewed December 3, 2025
Pool is lovely and restaurant has excellent food. Room was clean with great view. Had to take bus to town and shopping but price price was great and buses came around all the time.
Pool is lovely and restaurant has excellent food. Room was clean with great view. Had to take bus to town and shopping but price price was great and buses came around all the time.
First the Cons.
There are not enough lounge chairs in the beach section in front of the beach side bungalows. There were only three, so everyday it was first come first served. All the available lounges are in front of the pool/bar area.
It really isn't an area conducive to ocean swimming because of the coral. You can only snorkel at high tide.
Now the good stuff. It is pristine property, the grounds are immaculately groomed all day long by tirelessly working groundskeepers. The housekeeping...
First the Cons.
There are not enough lounge chairs in the beach section in front of the beach side bungalows. There were only three, so everyday it was first come first served. All the available lounges are in front of the pool/bar area.
It really isn't an area conducive to ocean swimming because of the coral. You can only snorkel at high tide.
Now the good stuff. It is pristine property, the grounds are immaculately groomed all day long by tirelessly working groundskeepers. The housekeeping...
Stayed 2 nights here to "recover" before the long trip home. After touring the South Pacific, it was nice to have air conditioning, a clean room, reliable hot water, and drinkable right from the tap! We could have just hung out at the pool or lagoon, but decided to explore for a day anyway; convenient for that as well.
Stayed 2 nights here to "recover" before the long trip home. After touring the South Pacific, it was nice to have air conditioning, a clean room, reliable hot water, and drinkable right from the tap! We could have just hung out at the pool or lagoon, but decided to explore for a day anyway; convenient for that as well.
Dave
Reviewed January 10, 2017Reviewed January 10, 2017
very nice. Stuf Is grandly and helpful. There is a private beach. It's very comfortable for swimming, especially if you with children.
Very good breakfast.
I would recommend this hotel for everyone!
very nice. Stuf Is grandly and helpful. There is a private beach. It's very comfortable for swimming, especially if you with children.
Very good breakfast.
I would recommend this hotel for everyone!
Anonymous traveler
Reviewed November 3, 2014Reviewed November 3, 2014
All perfect. Great restaurant, bar, desk, and room staff people. How can people all be so nice and friendly? I assume they have the same problems as the rest of us.
All perfect. Great restaurant, bar, desk, and room staff people. How can people all be so nice and friendly? I assume they have the same problems as the rest of us.
Anonymous traveler
Reviewed November 15, 2019Reviewed November 15, 2019
The manager welcomed me and I felt comfortable and safe immediately (single traveller). All staff help the guests with anything they need. I got the beach front fare, and it was worth it. The bed was really comfortable and I just had to walk a few metres to the most spectacular snorkelling with endless varieties of fish. The room took advantage of the breeze. In short, this was the perfect place to relax. I wish I had stayed 10 days instead of 5.
The manager welcomed me and I felt comfortable and safe immediately (single traveller). All staff help the guests with anything they need. I got the beach front fare, and it was worth it. The bed was really comfortable and I just had to walk a few metres to the most spectacular snorkelling with endless varieties of fish. The room took advantage of the breeze. In short, this was the perfect place to relax. I wish I had stayed 10 days instead of 5.
Anonymous traveler
Reviewed September 10, 2019Reviewed September 10, 2019
The owner, the staff, the location, and the rental unit were all fantastic. Having the lagoon right next to the lanai was so nice. Everything worked very well, the kitchen was even stocked with pots, pans, dishes, everything needed and all of it very useable and in working order. Even a French press. Super. They even had sea salt and a fresh pepper grinder. Great little things that make a big different to some of us. I was in to Vila every day for work while staying and it was so easy to...
The owner, the staff, the location, and the rental unit were all fantastic. Having the lagoon right next to the lanai was so nice. Everything worked very well, the kitchen was even stocked with pots, pans, dishes, everything needed and all of it very useable and in working order. Even a French press. Super. They even had sea salt and a fresh pepper grinder. Great little things that make a big different to some of us. I was in to Vila every day for work while staying and it was so easy to...
James
Reviewed November 16, 2025Reviewed November 16, 2025
Absolutely amazing stay. Can't rave about it enough. Do research before going - this is a place for total relaxation, happiness, beautiful people, most friendly staff, stunning beaches, quiet, and great food. No place to work, so forget about your laptop or internet. If you can accept these terms, you'd have your face smiling constantly from the moment you arrive by boat, till everyone's farewell you with a hug. Thanks The Most - can't wait to return!!
Absolutely amazing stay. Can't rave about it enough. Do research before going - this is a place for total relaxation, happiness, beautiful people, most friendly staff, stunning beaches, quiet, and great food. No place to work, so forget about your laptop or internet. If you can accept these terms, you'd have your face smiling constantly from the moment you arrive by boat, till everyone's farewell you with a hug. Thanks The Most - can't wait to return!!
Clean decent rooms, cooking facilities in common area, bath with soap, terrace attatched to every room, good service, I recommend Pacific Paradise motel
Clean decent rooms, cooking facilities in common area, bath with soap, terrace attatched to every room, good service, I recommend Pacific Paradise motel
Velin
Reviewed November 9, 2023Reviewed November 9, 2023
What should a history enthusiast expect from a trip to Mele?
You're likely already making plans to see the places with historical relevance during your trip to Mele. Why not appreciate the beaches during your visit?
How many historical hotels will I find in Mele?
Mele is home to 15 hotels and other lodging options bookable on Expedia but not many designated as historic hotels.
What are the most important historical sites and other places to visit in Mele?
Favorite places to visit include Port Vila Golf Country Club, Mele Cascades, and Mele Bay. A couple of additional sights to add to your agenda are Bigzipline Vanuatu and The Secret Garden Vanuatu.
What is a historic hotel like in Mele?
When you choose a historic hotel, you'll sleep in a building that has a national historic designation. A palace, castle, grand home or even an old police station, pub, lodge, or skyscraper can be considered a historic hotel as long as it's of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features are typically preserved in the public spaces and guestrooms of historic hotels in Mele, giving a sense of history.
What is the difference between a historic hotel and a heritage hotel?
"Heritage hotel" is a term often used in Asia and Europe, wheareas the term "historic hotel" is more commonly used in the U.S. though overall the terms are quite similar. The architecture and actual building of a historic hotel tends to be what's most important. For a heritage hotel, it's often the cultural value as well as how it influenced the community.
Do historic hotels in Mele have modern facilities?
Hotel interiors feature the modern conveniences and safety features you've come to expect, though efforts have been made to preserve treasured traditions and historic facades. Smart TVs, WiFi, updated bathroom facilities, and the usual amenities found in a hotel will be available in a historic hotel. Rest assured that when you select a historic hotel in Mele, you won't find a place that's uncomfortable for guests or simply rundown.