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    Hideaway Island Resort & Marine Sanctuary

    660 reviews
    #18 of 49 Hotels in Port Vila
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    | Hideaway Island, Port Vila, Efate, Vanuatu
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    4.5
    660 reviews
    • Excellent57%
    • Very good34%
    • Average5%
    • Poor3%
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    “dive shop”(71 reviews)
    “day trippers”(56 reviews)
    “the underwater post office”(43 reviews)
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    Reviewed 5 days ago
    My home away from home

    I've lost count of the number of times I have been to Hideaway. It really has become my go to place when I want to leave all my troubles behind and just chill out. I have snorkelled at all of the sites around Vanuatu and...More

    Thank Tania W
    Response from hideawayisland, General Manager at Hideaway Island Resort & Marine SanctuaryResponded 3 days ago

    Hi Tania, Thank you for the great review, and thank you for continuing to visit our little piece of paradise. We are happy that you consider us your second home and are looking forward to seeing you again. Aloha, Stanley and Sherri

    Reviewed 1 week ago
    Great Getaway

    We are a family of six, four kids ages 4-10 and we had a great stay. The snorkeling was tremendous and our bungalow fit our family perfectly. So for us, a great time in the sun at a great resort. For the price, this is...More

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    Response from hideawayisland, General Manager at Hideaway Island Resort & Marine SanctuaryResponded 3 days ago

    Hello McFarlane family, Thank you for your great review! It was easy to see that you and the kids had a great time and we will be happy to see you return again soon. Aloha, Stanley and Sherri

    Reviewed 1 week ago
    Simply Wonderful

    There is a reason we keep returning to this wonderful destination in Vanuatu. It's about the simple pleasures, wonderful staff and the warm glorious weather. It's a place to relax and enjoy the warmth of the sun and the clear waters in a tranquil tropical...More

    Thank Helen S
    Response from hideawayisland, General Manager at Hideaway Island Resort & Marine SanctuaryResponded 1 week ago

    Hi Helen, Thank you for the wonderful review. It really makes up happy to make you happy and really love Hideaway as well. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay and are looking forward to your return.

    Reviewed 2 weeks ago
    A Back to Nature Retreat

    This is my third visit to Hideaway Island and each time I am mesmerized by its beauty. This resort is not a concrete jungle as you may expect at a 5 star complex, this resort allows you to have a more organic experience with the...More

    Thank Arrived69
    Response from hideawayisland, Manager at Hideaway Island Resort & Marine SanctuaryResponded 1 week ago

    Thank you so much for coming. It was a pleasure to serve you. It is nice hearing waves and birds instead of traffic. We are glad you enjoyed your stay and returned re-charged. We look forward to seeing you next time.

    Reviewed 3 weeks ago via mobile
    Lovely time

    It was a lovely welcome, they could not do enough , our villa was lovely , little old , run down, and needs a little tlc, food was nice, staff, could just bring them all home with me, pool was nice, drinks variety was limited,...More

    Thank charlietrish
    Response from hideawayisland, Manager at Hideaway Island Resort & Marine SanctuaryResponded 1 week ago

    Thank you for coming. It was a pleasure to serve you. We are working on the tlc!

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    US$47 - US$196 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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    #2 Business Hotel in Port Vila
    #11 Family Hotel in Port Vila
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    kiwijokers
    13 April 2018|
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    Response from hideawayisland | Property representative |
    Hi Jokers, The boat ride from Mele beach is a short 5 minute trip. Our staff will help with your luggage. We do not have a bus but all throughout the day there are busses and taxis at Mele beach. The busses are share ride... More
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    Robyn300
    14 February 2018|
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    Response from hideawayisland | Property representative |
    We can arrange airport transfers for 2250vatu for two people one way. Drivers need an expensive permit to pick up at the airport which is why it is more than regular bus fare. We make sure our drivers show up for... More
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    Lesa V
    16 December 2017|
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    Response from hideawayisland | Property representative |
    Hi LesaV, our reservations desk will arrange an airport transfer to and from the airport. The ferry has no cost. The Marine Sanctuary Island fee is included with room stays as are use of the snorkel gear, kayaks, stand up... More
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    "The ocean view villas are the best - direct access to the beach, with beautiful sunsets"
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    "Great swimming and views. Underwater Post office"
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    "Ocean view villas are probably cooler and quieter."
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    "The generator can be a little noisy, so try not to get a room too close to it"
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