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The Melanesian Port Vila Hotel

Property class: 3
Family-friendly hotel with spa, near Iririki Island

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Experience a tranquil retreat at The Melanesian Port Vila Hotel, where lush surroundings meet modern comfort. Unwind by the poolside bar or indulge in a rejuvenating treatment at Eden Hair & Spa, while kids enjoy the children's pool and on-site restaurant with kids' meals. With shopping, coffee shop/cafe and helpful staff that have left lasting impressions on previous guests.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Airport transfer
  • Free parking
  • Free Wi-Fi

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • 2 outdoor tennis courts
  • Children's pool
  • Pool bar
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • 24-hour business centre

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Children's pool
  • Fridge
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
The current price is AU$229
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr

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  • City view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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  • Garden view
  • 52 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
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  • Garden view
  • 52 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
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  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
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  • Partial sea view
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Map
Rue Picarde, Lini Highway, Port Vila, Efate

What's nearby

  • National Museum - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Parliament House - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Independence Park - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Port Vila Market - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Nambawan Market & Café - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Port Vila Airport (VLI) - 15 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Waterfall - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Port Vila Central Market - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Nambawan Café & Bar - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Vila - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Banyan Beach Bar - ‬3 min drive

About this property

The Melanesian Port Vila Hotel

Located just 4 mi (6.5 km) from the airport, The Melanesian Port Vila Hotel offers a shuttle (available 24 hours). You can visit the spa to indulge in massages, facials or manicures and pedicures, and Ristorante Casa Mia serves dinner. Other highlights include 2 outdoor tennis courts, an outdoor pool and a poolside bar. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 75 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • The property charges 5 per cent for credit card payments
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Up to 2 children (11 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
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Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours a day)*
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Poolside bar
  • Coffee shop
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Snack bar/deli

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)
  • Children's pool
  • Children's menu

What to do

  • Shopping
  • Beach nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Scuba-diving nearby

Working away

  • 24-hour business centre
  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre (2691 square feet of space)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Hair salon
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • 4 buildings/towers
  • Built in 1993
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • An outdoor pool
  • Full-service spa
  • 2 outdoor tennis courts
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • At least 80% of food locally sourced
  • Locally owned and organised tours and activities
  • Local artist showcase
  • At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 26-inch LCD TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Window screens

Sleep well

  • Blackout curtains
  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • Furnished balcony

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bath combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Fridge

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Energy-saving switches
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps

Special features

Spa

Eden Hair & Spa has massage/treatment rooms and couples treatment room(s). Services include facials, body scrubs, body treatments and manicures and pedicures. The spa is open selected days.

Dining

Ristorante Casa Mia – This fine-dining restaurant only serves dinner. A children's menu is available.
Oasis Bar and Grill – This poolside diner serves brunch, lunch and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of VUV 2000 per person (one-way)
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 5 per cent

Children & extra beds

  • Airport shuttle service for children up to age 12 costs VUV 1000 (one-way)

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards on-site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

Hotel Melanesian Port Vila
Hotel Port Vila
Melanesian Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

Does The Melanesian Port Vila Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Melanesian Port Vila Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at The Melanesian Port Vila Hotel?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Are pets allowed at The Melanesian Port Vila Hotel?

Sorry, neither pets nor service animals are allowed.

Is parking offered on site at The Melanesian Port Vila Hotel?

Yes, there's free self parking.

Is an airport shuttle service offered by The Melanesian Port Vila Hotel?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is VUV 2000 per person one-way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Melanesian Port Vila Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at The Melanesian Port Vila Hotel and nearby?

Practise your swing on the tennis courts. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool. The Melanesian Port Vila Hotel also has spa services and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near The Melanesian Port Vila Hotel?

Yes, Ristorante Casa Mia offers al fresco dining.

Does The Melanesian Port Vila Hotel have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a furnished balcony.

What's the area around The Melanesian Port Vila Hotel like?

The Melanesian Port Vila Hotel is in the heart of Port Vila, a short 4-minute walk from Iririki Island and 11 minutes' walk from Port Vila Market.

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Reviews

The Melanesian Port Vila Hotel Reviews

8.2

Very good

8.6

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

8.8

Staff & service

7.6

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The air conditioning worked great in the rooms. (4 reviews)
  • Breakfast was delicious and offered a good variety. (3 reviews)
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Reviews

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10/10 Exceptional

Everything was great. Staff is fantastic.
Stephen, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

central location and good for business travel
Alfaaz, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Rooms were spacious and clean. Staff were really friendly and helpful. Good food at Casa Mia restaurant.
Shrinithi, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean rooms, good central location, friendly staff and reasonably priced. While it may not have the views of the water it is comfortable and accessible recommend for those who intend on undertaking activities during the day and need a comfortable and quiet place to sleep.
Adam, 10-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Great service at the 24 hour front desk. Pool and bar are good. Rooms are dated but kept very well, AC works great. Perfect location.
Nicholas, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

The resort is in a great location. The staff were very friendly and helpful.
LEESA, 8-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very clean room. Air conditioner worked great. Staff was very kind and helpful. Breakfast had good variety.
Duane, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good

The room was clean and most staff were courteous and helpful. The breakfast was very basic
Keah Nicole, 8-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Comfy and friendly place

Really comfortable and friendly hotel. Great service, nice breakfast and comfortable good sized rooms.
David, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Very comfortable good food great staff
Dorothy, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff are excellent. The breakfast is delicious.
Stephen, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

Value for money

Basic accommodation but value for money.
Jamie, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Very conveniently located and nice staff. Rooms always nicely presented but the hotel is in need of a refresh.
Andrew, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

The Hotel Restaurant was excellent. Especially the evening meal. The room wifi is only average.
stephen, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

We had a very pleasant relaxing stay 😎
Salvatore, 7-night trip
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4/10 Fair

The room dud not mret advertised features ... like partial sea view: it overlookee a building site. The swimming pool was completely closed for renovation. Advertised feature events round the pool were cancelled. Breakfast was fine.
View of a building site from the balcony ... not a 'Partial Sea View'
Swimming pool fenced off for renovation
Pool terrace is a building site
No swimming'
D, 7-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Staff were super lovely: friendly and helpful. Attached tour desk was limited to expensive experiences, so would recommend reaching further afield to book tours, but the hotel did loan us some snorkelling gear for the days we wanted to self explore. Would recommend.
Belinda Jane, 7-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Rooms are very clean and have all of the essentials.The staff are very friendly and always ready to help their customers.
Duane, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay!

The front desk was very helpful and nice. Overall the check-in/out was smooth and the room was clean.
Peter, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Staff very helpful
Dorothy, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Nice place to stay

Had a 4 night stay, and found it a good place to stay if you avoid the casino at the front. Walkable into town, helpful staff, decent rooms, nice pool.
David, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

I liked the comfortable bed, blackout curtains and great friendly staff.
Sally, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Very clean and well staffed
William, 7-night trip
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6/10 Good

Location was good.
Navin, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very nice staff
gary, 6-night trip