As this tiny little Island in the north of the 83 Islands that make up the Vanuatu group is soon to be our home I thought is was about time that I wrote a list of all the hotels that Santo (as affectionately know by the locals) has to offer.
So in no order hers what’s around the Island
Ratua Private Island
Number of rooms: 14
Ratua Island is a wild, magical place with authentic people who offer a simple and warm reception in a naturally beautiful environment. There are 13 individual 200-year-old Indonesian villas that have been specially reconstructed on sites offering stunning views with a private deck or beach. Located in the Vanuatu Archipelago, off the South East tip of Espiritu Santo, Ratua is only a 30-minute motorboat journey from the mainland on our own private motor launch.
Address: BP 396, Luganville, Espiritu Santo, Vanuatu
Amenities:
- Bar / Lounge
- Beach
- Beverage Selection
- Business Centre with Internet Access
- Free Breakfast
- Free High Speed Internet ( Wi-Fi )
- Free Parking
- Children Activities ( Kid / Family Friendly )
- Pets Allowed ( Dog / Pet Friendly )
- Restaurant
- Shuttle Bus service
- Spa
- Wheelchair access
- Airport Transportation
Village de Santo Resort
Number of rooms: 16
Village de Santo Resort – An intimate Luxury Boutique, Perfect for couples, families and business travelers. Surrounded by lush tropical gardens, 16 Spacious Village Suites on two levels, private balconies and all suites overlook the pool and gardens. You can relax poolside or book a day trip at the tour desk. Village extra’s on offer are massage, a gift shop and wash down and secure storage for diving equipment. Award winning “Restaurant 1606” serves local organic food and features live entertainment twice a week and Wi-Fi in public areas. Village de Santo plays an active role in the local community and prides itself on being an ethically conscious resort.
Amenities:
- Bar / Lounge
- Beverage Selection
- Free Breakfast
- Free High Speed Internet ( Wi-Fi )
- Free Parking
- Kitchenette
- Restaurant
- Room Service
- Suites
- Swimming Pool
- Wheelchair access
- Airport Transportation
The Espiritu
Number of rooms: 16
Address: Main Road, Luganville, Espiritu Santo P.O Box 133, Vanuatu (Formerly Apex Garden Hotel)
The Espiritu is a boutique hotel and car hire business in Espiritu Santo, Vanuatu. We are conveniently located in the heart of town and is only minutes away from cafes, shops and dive operators. Here at The Espiritu, we offer modern and contemporary rooms that reflect a home away from home. We provide accommodation with rooms to suit all travelers – divers, families, couples, groups and even long term stays. Your second home has never been easier to find!
*** This where we stay in the middle of town.***
And currently constructing a swimming pool
Bokissa Eco Island
Number of rooms: 15
Address: PO Box 261 | Bokissa Island, Espiritu Santo, Vanuatu
Bokissa Private Island Resort is a 20 minute fast boat ride from the Luganville which is the main town in Espiritu Santo, Vanuatu. Bokissa is 16 absolute beachfront bungalows on a beautiful island of 175 acres of pristine beaches and tropical rainforest. Walk out of your bungalow onto the sand and into the water – straight off the beach snorkelling and just 10-20 minutes from world famous wreck and reef diving. Bokissa’s tariff includes return airport transfers and all meals during your stay.
- Bar / Lounge
- Beach
- Free High Speed Internet ( Wi-Fi )
- Restaurant
- Suites
- Swimming Pool
Lope Lope Lodge
Number of rooms: 4
Address: East Coast Road | Champagne Coast, Espiritu Santo, Vanuatu
Lope Lope Lodge is Santo’s finest new absolute waterfront resort boasting probably one of the best locations on the island. It is a lodge built to 5-star quality standards with the same reflected in our accommodation, service, food, drinks and activities – without the price tag! Situated 15 mins from the international airport and only 11 km out of town on the newly tar sealed East Coast road, we have fast become one the most popular places in Santo to visit, whether staying with us or not. Set on 8.5 Hectares of lush tropical forest, a natural blue hole and an ice cold fresh water creek forms our northern boundary, whilst the warm crystal clear, aquamarine colored Pacific Ocean meets our white sandy beaches with nothing more than a soothing sound that is bound to lull you to sleep in your luxury bungalow…The Slipway Sports Bar & Grill combination of natural & modern design, the Slipway Sports Bar & Grill is well known for its variety of drinks and food, and has fast become the “Place to be in Santo,” since our opening in April 2010. Offering free pool tables and darts on our mezzanine level, live big screen TV, free internet and comfortable couches to relax away the day. Our Accommodation design mixture of Modern and Melanesian, our upmarket bungalows are absolute waterfront with most top class amenities and finishes that will make you feel at home, especially when stepping off the deck onto your own white sandy private beach! Our 132 square meter luxury bungalows are one of a kind and designed to meet your highest expectation without losing the true island style feeling you can enjoy while staying with us! All bungalows are built to 5-star quality with a unique feeling of living in your own home – but in paradise & right on a tropical Pacific beach…* Private entrance* Thatch deck, hammock, 4 seat settee* Spacious open plan design* King Size bed (or a twin King Single)* iPod dock* HD TV* A comfortable 3-seat lounge set, Laptop desk, Walk through wardrobe* Bar fridge* Laptop safe* Twin vanities* Luxury Bath* Outside shower in tropical garden. All linen, towels & beach towels are provided. Your room is made up every day & full service every third day!Activities We offer a wide variety of activities with, horse riding trails, Hobie cat sailing, kayaks, game fishing, island hopping, sightseeing, cultural tours, blue holes etc… All at your fingertips! Lope Lope is truly “The Place to be in Vanuatu!”
Oh, and did I mention the owner is a personal friend of ours!
Amenities:
There are a few more and I’ll be adding more soon..
