Set on a private and secluded tropical island, this beachfront resort offers guests free ferry transfers to and from Espiritu Santo. Relax in the 12-metre swimming pool or enjoy the restaurant’s all-day menu. Aore Island Resort is only a 15-minute ferry ride from the town of Luganville. Built along the beach and surrounded by lush tropical gardens, each bungalow has refrigerator, tea/coffee making facilities, iron and ceiling fans. The private bathroom has a hot shower and hairdryer. The Nakamal Restaurant light meals, salads and pizzas available throughout the day. The menu can include local delicacies such as famous Santo beef, lobsters and local seafood. WiFi is available in the restaurant only, for an additional charge. The popular “Island Night” at Aore Island Vanuatu features local dancers, musicians and storytellers. Guests can try the local “kava” drink. Fishing, diving, snorkelling and plantation tours can be arranged. World class swimming and snorkelling steps from your private bungalow. Adult snorkel and mask is provided for your stay to explore the amazing underwater life.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

Great Food: Meals here are highly recommended

Activities:

Fishing

Spa and wellness centre

Canoeing


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
2 single beds
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1 large double bed
2 single beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.5
Facilities
9.3
Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.4
Value for money
8.6
Location
9.6
Free WiFi
5.3
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Peter
    Australia Australia
    The one of best things I found at this resort was the menu that changed daily. The food was fresh and plentiful and was reasonably priced. The cabins were spacious and cleaned daily, I loved the isolation and private beach. The staff were...
  • Andrew
    Australia Australia
    We had a health incident and the management went above an beyond to help solve an air ambulance evacuation
  • Barbora
    Australia Australia
    It is a beautiful resort. It is on a separate island from Santo and because we booked via booking.com and not directly, we had to pay for transport from the airport which is provided for free if you book directly (so book directly). There is a...
  • Reid
    Australia Australia
    The staff were amazing and always willing to help where they could. The food was always fresh and changed daily depending on availability. There were plenty of tours available to visit local attractions, all organised by the local staff. The...
  • Martin
    Australia Australia
    The whole feel of the property was genuine and made for a truly relaxing experience.
  • Luke
    Australia Australia
    The resort is a tropical oasis filled with all the essentials so you can focus on kicking back, exploring, snorkelling bike riding… The owners and staff have hit on the right formula and we felt welcome and special throughout our stay
  • David
    Australia Australia
    Good meals, Great friendly staff, organised extra activities well, very beautiful location. Staff were very good when our flights at end of holiday were delayed for 8 hours.
  • Cindy
    Australia Australia
    A perfect little paradise island our villa was 5mt from the ocean the view facilities and room were excellent. The owner met us off the boat and came to the dock to say goodbye which made us feel special. The food... omg amazing, they had free...
  • Katrin
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Good option to relax a few days away from everything. Beautiful resort and lovely staff. Good food too, prices are at higher end but that is to be expected in a resort like this.
  • Mark
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    From the moment we were met at the airport to the personal farewell from the owners, our stay at Aore Island Resort could not be faulted in any way. The location is perfect paradise. The staff friendly and attentive. The food was excellent with a...

Property questions and answers
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  • When is the best time to visit your property for the perfect beach holiday?

    Vanuatu is beautiful year round!
    Answered on 13 March 2020
  • Are non resident quests able to book for a dinner only in your resort

    If you are staying on Aore Island you can enjoy dinner at the resort with a booking. If you are staying on Santo you will need to organise a water tax..
    Answered on 3 December 2019
  • Hello, do rooms have air conditioning?

    Our bungalows do not have air-conditioning, but we have great fans and a beautiful island breeze!
    Answered on 21 August 2022
  • Hi so looking forward to our holiday stay with you.My Daughter in law's family lives in Vanuatu would it be ok if I brought the family over to visit

    Yes, we accept day guests on our 11:30am ferry daily.
    Answered on 7 November 2022
  • Do you have a swimming pool?

    Yes we do, its a freshwater pool.
    Answered on 21 January 2023
  • Is the restaurant open? can you give me a tough guide to Meal Prices please

    Our restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. We have a blackboard menu that changes daily for lunch and dinner. Prices vary from 1,8..
    Answered on 7 November 2022
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Property surroundings

Restaurants
2 restaurants on site

  • The Nakamal Restaurant
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Traditional
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
  • The Beach Bar
    • Cuisine
      Pizza • Local • Grill/BBQ
    • Open for
      Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Traditional • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Resort facilities of Aore Island Resort
Great facilities! Review score, 9.3

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • 2 restaurants
  • Beachfront
  • Bar
  • Private beach area
  • Breakfast
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Sun terrace
  • Private beach area
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
  • Live music/performance
  • Tour or class about local culture
  • Happy hour
    Additional charge
  • Themed dinner nights
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
  • Walking tours
  • Beach
  • Evening entertainment
    Additional charge
  • Water sport facilities on site
  • Snorkelling
  • Horse riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Diving
    Additional charge
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
    Additional charge
  • Canoeing
  • Fishing
    Additional charge
Food & Drink
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Express check-in/check-out
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Babysitting/child services
    Additional charge
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business facilities
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Key access
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Shuttle service
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Packed lunches
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • Pool with view
  • Shallow end
  • Pool/beach towels
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
Wellness
  • Full body massage
  • Hand massage
  • Head massage
  • Foot massage
  • Neck massage
  • Back massage
  • Spa facilities
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Massage
    Additional charge
  • Spa and wellness centre
    Additional charge
Languages spoken
  • English
  • French

House rules
Aore Island Resort takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 14:00 to 18:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 07:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 15 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free
15+ years
Extra bed upon request
VUV 8,000 per person, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Aore Island Resort in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries, during dates where such guidelines exist.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

FAQs about Aore Island Resort

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Room options at Aore Island Resort include:

    • Bungalow
    • Studio
  • Aore Island Resort is 1.8 miles from the centre of Luganville. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Aore Island Resort offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Spa and wellness centre
    • Massage
    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Snorkelling
    • Diving
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Beachfront
    • Evening entertainment
    • Neck massage
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Private beach area
    • Walking tours
    • Full body massage
    • Beach
    • Horse riding
    • Water sport facilities on site
    • Head massage
    • Bicycle rental
    • Spa facilities
    • Themed dinner nights
    • Foot massage
    • Live music/performance
    • Back massage
    • Bike tours
    • Hand massage
    • Swimming Pool
    • Happy hour
  • Aore Island Resort has 2 restaurants:

    • The Beach Bar
    • The Nakamal Restaurant
  • Check-in at Aore Island Resort is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • The prices at Aore Island Resort may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.