Hotels on the beach in Vanuatu
Hey! I love staying in a nice beachfront hotel - being able to go straight from your room down to the ocean is a priceless feeling. To help save some time when booking your next vacation I've put together this list of beach hotels and resorts Vanuatu. I hope you will like it!
This page was last updated in June 2026.
The List 21 Amazing Beach Hotels in Vanuatu
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1 Eratap Beach Resort
Port Vila
Boasting beachfront villas with stunning ocean views, Eratap Beach Resort offers free WiFi, free cooked gourmet breakfast and free use of water sports equipment, including kayaks and both snorkeling and surfing equipment. There is a day spa, restaurant, lounge bar and an outdoor pool. Also available at the resort is a fully-equipped fitness center, tennis court and shop. The tour desk books fishing trips, scuba diving and visits to local islands. Free access to motorized boats with an on-board driver and free transfers to Resort's Island and Castaway Island are available. You can also choose to stay indoors and indulge with a massage, manicure and pedicure or body scrub in the day spa. Each luxurious villa features a private terrace with lounge chairs and ocean views. All include a flat-screen TV, DVD player and iPod docking station. Some feature a private plunge pool. The restaurant offers beautiful ocean views and serves Vanuatu’s famous organic beef, fresh lobster and the unique deep sea “poulet fish”. You can also relax with a cocktail in the lounge bar. Evening entertainment is available 3 nights a week. Guests at Eratap Beachfront Resort receive free airport transfers on request. The property is located 20 minutes’ drive from Port Vila city center. Day trips are available to outer islands, including Tanna Island, Santo Island and Pentecost Island. A daily shuttle bus to Port Vila is included (departs 10:00 and returns 13:00).
Address PO Box 3037 Show on map- Swimming pool
- Tennis court
- Pool tables
- Water sports facility
- Gym / fitness center
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2 Paradise Cove Resort
Port Vila
Located on Mele Bay, Paradise Cove Resort features a private beach providing easy access to some of Port Vila's best snorkeling and diving sites. Free Kayaks, snorkeling equipment, standup paddle boards and bicycles are provided. There is a salt-water swimming pool, spa and both free WiFi in public areas and continental breakfast are included. Port Vila city center is only a 10-minute drive from Paradise Cove Resort Vanuatu, while Port Vila Market is 16 minutes' drive away. Vanuatu National Museum is 14 minutes' drive away. The resort offers ten self-contained villas, all with private entrances. The villas offer individual air-conditioning in the bedrooms, a kitchenette, tea/coffee making facilities, refrigerator, gas stove and microwave oven. Ceiling fans, living spaces and bathrooms with a shower are provided. All villas have a private shaded veranda with deck chairs and a hammock. Just a few steps from the beach, the open-air Nakamal Bar & Restaurant offers traditional and international cuisine using fresh seasonal produce, including the local daily catch from the sea. The jetty can be booked for a romantic dinner.
Address PO Box 389, Port Vila, Vanuatu Show on map- Saltwater pool
- Water sports facility
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3 South Pacific Memories
Port Vila
Located in Port Vila, 8.5 miles from Konanda Reef, South Pacific Memories has accommodations with free bikes, free private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a fitness center. With a garden, the 4-star resort has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. A terrace, an in-house bar and shared lounge are available. At the resort, rooms have a closetand a patio with a garden view. The rooms have a safety deposit box, while some rooms also feature a balcony and others also feature sea views. All rooms will provide guests with a fridge. An à la carte, continental or vegetarian breakfast is served at the property. At South Pacific Memories you'll find a restaurant serving Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and vegan options can also be requested. The accommodation has a grill. You can play darts at South Pacific Memories, and the area is popular for snorkeling and cycling. Bauerfield International Airport is 7.5 miles from the property, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.
Address Angelfish Cove Road Pango Show on map- Saltwater pool
- Water sports facility
- Gym / fitness center
- Pets are welcome
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4 Tamanu on the Beach
Port Vila
Located on its own pristine white sand beach, this 5-star boutique resort features a lagoon-style swimming pool overlooking the ocean. Guests can indulge themselves at the resort’s luxury day spa. Each luxurious villa features air-conditioning, WiFi, a private terrace with lounge chairs and ocean views. All include a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a media server and iPod docking station. Some feature a private plunge pool. All have king-split beds. The beachfront restaurant is famous for its its fresh and organic local produce serving gourmet international cuisine for breakfast, lunch and dinner. It offers the largest wine list in Vanuatu. Guests can also dine on the beach, in the chapel, or on their own veranda. There is free daily shuttle service to Port Vila city center, 20 minutes’ drive away. The tour desk can arrange trips to the local communities or school for an authentic visit into everyday Vanuatu life. Bauerfield International Airport is a 30-minute drive away.
Address White Sands Road Show on map- Saltwater pool
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5 Erakor Island Resort & Spa
Port Vila
Erakor Island Resort & Spa offers lovely villas featuring a private terrace and ocean views. The property includes a restaurant, bar, day spa and tour desk. The Aqua Waterfront Restaurant serves buffet breakfast and a range of seafood and meat dishes for lunch and dinner. Once a week, there is a Melanesian-style feast offering local cuisine, traditional music and fire dancing. Relax with a massage, a manicure or a pedicure at Essence Day Spa. Enjoy free use of kayaks, snorkeling equipment and beach volleyball facilities. The on-site tour desk can organize fishing trips, horse riding and cruises to local islands. All villas provide a fan, refrigerator and tea/coffee making facilities. Some feature a luxurious spa bath. Erakor Resort & Spa is 15 minutes’ drive from Port Vila.
Address Erakor Island Show on map- Water sports facility
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6 Ramada Resort by Wyndham Port Vila
Port Vila
Nestled on the cliffs of Erakor Lagoon, 6 minutes' drive from the center of Port Vila, this beachfront resort features an outdoor swimming pool, an over-water restaurant, pool bar and a fitness center. Renovated in 2018, Ramada Resort by Wyndham Port Vila's rooms boast panoramic lagoon views, bathrooms with walk-in showers, free toiletries, hairdryers and bathrobes. Stove tops, kettles, microwaves and refrigerators are provided as well as flat-screen TVs with pay-per-view and satellite channels. Guests can go kayaking, snorkeling, swimming or they can play volleyball at the beach. A 24-hour reception, a concierge, tour desk, car hire and airport transfers are available.
Address 1st Lagoon Show on map- Swimming pool
- Gym / fitness center
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7 White Grass Ocean Resort & Spa
Tanna Island
Complimentary Airport Transfers. Please advise the Resort of your flight details in advance. Nestled into beautiful tropical gardens, 328 feet from pristine coral reef, each private island style bure at White Grass Ocean Resort and Spa has a private terrace with ocean views. The resort offers a private beach area and jetty, outdoor pool, croquet, pitch 'n' putt golf and Nabisa Day Spa. Free WiFi is available in the guest lounge/bar area. All bungalows have recently refurbished private bathrooms and bedrooms, ceiling fans, a refrigerator, tea/coffee making facilities and 24-hour electricity. Offering amazing, uninterrupted ocean views, the restaurant offers a menu that changes daily. It includes local and international dishes based on seasonal ingredients including freshly caught fish and lobster. Some Chinese breakfast options are available. The bar offers a range of cocktails, beers and wines. A variety of tours are available showcasing the local cultural and natural landmarks. Visit the Blue Cave by boat, or 4WD Safari to the majestic Mount Yasur Volcano with White Grass Ocean Resort & Spa's experienced guides. Union Pay is accepted. White Grass Ocean Resort Vanuatu is 1.2 mi from Tanna Airport , and Port Vila is a 35-minute flight, and Yasur Volcano is 31 mi away.
Address White Grass Show on map- Swimming pool
- Water sports facility
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8 Fatumaru Lodge
Port Vila
Featuring a exclusive waterfront access, an outdoor pool, Fatumaru Lodge is located along the Fatumaru Bay. Free WiFi, a private patio and lovely ocean views are standard in all apartments. Fatumaru Lodge Port Vila is just 5 minutes’ drive from Bauerfield Airport, and 10 minutes’ drive from Hideaway Island. The Mele Cascade Waterfalls are 5.6 mi away. The air-conditioned apartments offer a kitchenette with a microwave and refrigerator. Each features traditional décor and a seating area with a smart TV. Guests can relax on the sunny terrace, or enjoy a meal in the BBQ area. The hotel can also arrange local activities, including kayaking and standup paddling.
Address Lini Highway Show on map- Swimming pool
- Water sports facility
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9 Tranquility Island Eco Dive Resort
Moso Island
Set on a secluded 900-acre tropical island, Tranquility Island Eco Dive Resort is a renowned scuba diving base offering over 18 different dove sites. Free WiFi is available in public areas. The Beach House Restaurant overlooks the ocean and serves a 3 meal international cuisine menu that changes each day. A full board meal package including a breakfast of eggs, toast and fresh fruit, a BBQ and salad lunch and a set menu three-course evening meal (which changes daily) is provided at an additional charge. Tea and coffee is also available throughout the day at the restaurant. There is also a bar that offers light refreshments. The tour desk specializes in scuba diving courses for all levels as well as snorkeling trips. Kayak rental is free and the island offers many hiking trails and visits to a native turtle breeding site. Fishing charters can also be arranged on request. All island-style accommodations features a balcony with ocean views. Guests choose between a private bungalow or a mixed dormitory room with shared bathroom facilities. Tranquility Moso Island Resort is 20 minutes’ boat journey from Havannah Harbor. It is 1-hour from Port Vila’s Bauerfield International Airport via boat and shuttle bus (available up until 16:00).
Address Moso Island Show on map- Water sports facility
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10 Nasama Resort
Port Vila
Located in Port Vila, a 10-minute walk from Breakas Beach, Nasama Resort has accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a private beach area. Featuring room service, this property also provides guests with a grill. The resort also provides free WiFi as well as a paid airport shuttle service. The resort will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a closet, an electric tea pot, a fridge, a microwave, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a terrace and a private bathroom with a shower. At Nasama Resort the rooms come with a seating area. Breakfast is available, and includes continental, Full English/Irish and American options. At the accommodation you'll find a restaurant serving American, French and Indonesian cuisine. Vegetarian and gluten-free options can also be requested. You can play table tennis at Nasama Resort, and the area is popular for canoeing. Konanda Reef is 7.6 miles from the resort. Bauerfield International Airport is 6.8 miles from the property.
Address Pango Road Show on map- Swimming pool
- Ping pong tables
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11 Breakas Beach Resort
Port Vila
Surrounded by swaying palm trees, on a 500-yard private beach, Breakas Beach Resort offers a relaxed, tropical retreat. Guests enjoy a 22-yard infinity edge pool, a day spa and free continental breakfast. All rooms come with a private balcony. Breakas Beach Resort Vanuatu is a 5-minute drive from the shops, restaurants and bars in Port Vila town center. Port Vila Airport and Evergreen Cascades Waterfall are each just 15 minutes’ drive away. The rooms come with private bathrooms and tea and coffee making facilities. Some rooms come with a private pool and beautiful ocean views. Guests can indulge in a massage or relax with a cocktail on the beach. The concierge desk can arrange guided reef tours and snorkeling equipment rental. The beachfront restaurant offers magnificent ocean views and an extensive à la carte menu featuring seafood, steak and fresh local produce. There is free live entertainment every night including cultural performers, and fire dancers.
Address Pango Road Show on map- Swimming pool
- Water sports facility
- Pets are welcome
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12 Holiday Inn Resort Vanuatu by IHG
Port Vila
Overlooking the calm waters of Erakor Lagoon, Holiday Inn Resort Vanuatu features a variety of Melanesian inspired rooms, two swimming pools, kids club, Namele Day Spa, tennis courts and nine-hole golf course. Each room has a private balcony with garden or lagoon views. All rooms include air conditioning, ceiling fans, in-room movies and cable TV. The large work space offers high-speed internet access. Each private bathroom has a hairdryer and bathtub. Facilities at Holiday Inn Resort Vanuatu include a fitness room with lagoon views, tennis court and non-motorized water sports. Namele Day Spa offers traditional healing remedies and classic spa therapies. Veranda Restaurant offers buffet and à la carte meals for breakfast and dinner. Guests can enjoy a drink by the pool, or relax on the outdoor terrace in the Lobby Bar. Children under 12 years of age stay and eat for free. Port Vila town center is 5 mi from Holiday Inn Resort Vanuatu. An airport shuttle service can be arranged. -Please be advised per the Department of Water Vanuatu, swimming, diving and fishing is not allowed in the lagoon till further notice. -Our pool side activities have not been impacted, our hotel swimming pools, cabanas by the lagoon and our pool bar facilities are operational per normal. There is no restriction on use of kayaks and catamarans.
Address Tassiriki Park Show on map- Swimming pool
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13 Alofa Beach Bungalows
Tanna Island
Offering sea views, Alofa Beach Bungalows in Tanna Island has accommodations, a garden, a private beach area, a terrace, a restaurant and a bar. There's a fully equipped private bathroom with shower and free toiletries. If you would like to discover the area, fishing, snorkeling and canoeing are possible nearby. Tanna Airport is 3.7 miles from the property, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.
Address Tanna Island Show on map- Pets are welcome
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14 Iririki Island Resort & Spa
Port Vila
Located just a 3-minute ferry ride from Port Vila on 69 acres of tropical landscapes, Iririki Island Resort & Spa features 2 outdoor swimming pools, free WiFi, a private beach and the luxurious Iririki Day Spa. The property offers a variety of accommodations options from traditionally styled fares to contemporary self-contained rooms and apartments boasting panoramic sea, garden or pool views, each with their own private balcony. Some apartments also have a Jacuzzi. The resort has 3 restaurants that serve a range of European, Middle Eastern and Asian cuisines. Infinity Bar & Cafe offers light snacks and exotic cocktails, while Sunset Bar and Cafe is the ideal place for enjoying drinks and a casual meal. For a more formal affair, Azure, the signature restaurant, offers local delicacies, with an international twist. Guests enjoy free use of all non-motorized watersports equipment as well as access to the kids club. Complimentary to kids club. Local markets, shops and restaurants can be found in the town of Port Vila, accessible via a complimentary ferry service.
Address Port Vila Show on map- Swimming pool
- Tennis court
- Pool tables
- Ping pong tables
- Karaoke
- Water sports facility
- Gym / fitness center
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15 Hideaway Island Resort
Port Vila
Located on a private island, this beach front resort features a freshwater swimming pool, restaurant and bar. Guests have free use of all non-motorized water sports equipment, including snorkeling gear. All accommodations at Hideaway Island Resort Port Vila features ceiling fans and most offer sea views. The villas also have kitchen facilities. The shared guest lounge includes a small library, board games, a computer with internet access, and a large balcony. Free WiFi is available on the beach. On the Beach bar and restaurant is located on the sand overlooking the warm tropical waters and coral reefs. Guests can enjoy beach volleyball, scuba diving at the PADI Dove Shop and unique cultural ceremonies. Enjoy free use of kayaks and stand up paddle boards. Divers and snorkellers are able to post special waterproof postcards at the world’s only “Underwater Post Office”. Mele Cascade Waterfalls are only 5 minutes’ drive from the ferry landing by bus or taxi.
Address Hideaway Island Show on map- Swimming pool
- Water sports facility
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16 Warwick Le Lagon Resort & Spa, Vanuatu
Port Vila
Located on 75 acres of tropical gardens on the edge of Erakor Lagoon, this luxury resort features 3 restaurants, 2 bars, 2 swimming pools, plus a 12-hole golf course and a day spa. Each of the air-conditioned rooms and bungalows at Warwick Le Lagon Resort & Spa Vanuatu features a furnished patio or balcony with views across the Pacific Ocean and beyond. Guests have access to 2 tennis courts and a fully equipped fitness center. Activities at Warwick Le Lagon Vanuatu include snorkeling, windsurfing, canoeing, and kayaking. Wild Ginger restaurant offers Asian cuisine with views of the landscaped gardens and Erakor Lagoon. Pool Grill & Bar serves light meals and drinks by the poolside. The "Reef Lady" glass-bottom boat offers daily tours and coral viewing trips around the lagoon. Massages on the beach are available. Port Vila Bauerfield Airport is 5 mi away.
Address Rue De Pagon, Erakor Lagoon Show on map- Heated pool
- Tennis court
- Pool tables
- Ping pong tables
- Karaoke
- Water sports facility
- Gym / fitness center
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17 Le Life Resort
Epule
Le Life Resort is a simple beachfront hideaway tucked into the village of Epule, on the quiet side of Vanuatu. Here, the best way to switch off is to truly unplug—there’s not much phone signal, and that’s kind of the point. Surrounded by river, reef, and rainforest, Le Life is all about getting back to basics and enjoying the outdoors. Paddle down the river in a kayak, snorkel straight off the beach, try your hand at local cooking, or unwind with a laid-back massage. We’ve got a mix of accommodations to suit everyone—from families and couples to solo travelers and campers. You can even sleep under the stars in one of our teepees. Our on-site restaurant keeps things fresh and local, using produce from nearby farms and the ocean. Or, if you prefer, fire up the barbecue and cook your own meal while you watch the sunset. Just 37 mi from Port Vila’s Bauerfield International Airport, we’re easy to reach (we can even help with transport), but far enough to feel like a real escape. Come for the peace and quiet, stay for the nature, and leave with a little piece of Vanuatu in your heart.
Address Epule Show on map- Water sports facility
- Pets are welcome
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18 MG Cocomo Resort Vanuatu
Port Vila
Vanuatu MG Cocomo Resort offers Melanesian-style accommodations, located a 5-minute drive from central Port Vila and a 15-minute drive from Port Vila Airport. Located right on the lagoon, guests can enjoy fishing or kayaking. The facilities include an outdoor pool, barbecue and free on-site parking. All rooms are air-conditioned and include TV, a DVD player, WiFi and laundry facilities. All rooms have a balcony, and some enjoy views of the lagoon. The resort has a playground, a volleyball court, and sun loungers by the outdoor pool and on the beach. The staff at the tour desk can arrange day cruises, adventure tours and horseback riding. Massage services can be requested. The Beach Bar Café is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner and features pancakes and light snacks. The café also can prepare lunch baskets for you to take away. Vanuatu MG Cocomo Resort is opposite Korman Stadium and you can walk to the University of South Pacific.
Address PO Box 1430 Show on map- Swimming pool
- Pool tables
- Ping pong tables
- Water sports facility
- Water park
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19 Tanna Evergreen Resort & Tours
Tanna Island
Offering a barbecue and a private beach area, Tanna Evergreen Resort & Tours is situated on Tanna Island. The resort has a sun terrace and views of the sea, and guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant. Certain rooms feature a seating area for your convenience. You will find free shuttle service to the airport at the property. Guests will also be offered welcome drinks on arrival. This resort has water sports facilities and car hire is available. You can engage in various activities, such as horse riding and snorkelling.
Address PO Box 151 Show on map- Swimming pool
- Water sports facility
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20 Coco Beach Resort
Port Vila
Offering traditional, beautiful bungalows with a patio and complimentary WiFi, Coco Beach Resort is located in the picturesque Paradise Cove on a private, white sandy beach with crystal clear waters. The resort features a swimming pool and grill restaurant offering international cuisine. Water sports equipment such as kayaks, standup paddle boards and snorkel gear is free of charge. Coco Beach Resort features a coral reef in front of the property, which is perfect for snorkeling and seeing colorful tropical fish. Coco Beach Resort is a 20-minute boat ride to Iririki Island and a 25-minute boat ride to Port Vila town center. Boat rides to Port Vila can be arranged for an additional charge. Bauerfield International Airport is 35 minutes’ drive away. Relax on the sun loungers beside the pool or on the beach. The tour desk books a variety of adventurous tours including waterfall tours and island trips. A variety of breakfast options includes tropical fruits, toasted bread, butter, jam and coffee/tea. Coco Beach Restaurant and Bar is open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner. It serves a variety of local and international cuisine. All bungalows are beautifully furnished with timber and wicker furniture, a sofa bed, exotic coral bathrooms with rain showers and a hairdryer. They also include a refrigerator and outdoor furniture.
Address Pango Road Show on map- Swimming pool
- Water sports facility
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21 Central Bay Motel Port Vila
Central Bay Motel is located in Port Vila, 3.5 miles from Konanda Reef, and provides free WiFi. Guests can enjoy Italian and Pizza dishes at the restaurant or have a drink at the bar. With a private bathroom equipped with a shower and free toiletries, certain rooms at the hotel also offer a city view. Guest rooms will provide guests with a fridge. Speaking English, French, Filipino and Cantonese at the reception, staff will be happy to provide guests with practical guidance on the area. Bauerfield International Airport is 2.5 miles away, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.
Address Lini Highway Vila Bay Port Vila Vanuatu Show on map
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