Pool was a tiny bit cloudy, but that is it. Everything else was perfect.

Excellent quality, recently renovated resort. Beautiful rooms and waterfront location that is central to the blue holes and not too far from the best beaches in Vanuatu. Excellent food at the restaurant and professional, helpful staff.

Stayed in November 2022

Very little. We used a kayak which could do with some replacement parts.

We loved most things about this place. Beautifully located on Turtle Bay, Santo with views in every direction of a turquoise sea, framed by palms and tropical trees. Away from the road and quiet, very welcoming staff and helpful response/suggestions to our questions about what to do etc. On site restaurant offered well prepared tasty food and the wait staff were excellent. Chris the restaurant frontman was everywhere and, despite being busy, never lost his cool. Mick and Vicky manage the place extremely well and happily engage with the guests. Great options for water related activities including some very good coral gardens on the nearby reef and the chance of catching sight of a turtle or dugong.

Stayed in October 2022

would have liked to have a place to sit at night with a book as the restaurant closes at 21:00 / 22:00 and then all the lights are turned off. so only place to sit after that is in your room which was ok

owner was very friendly and super helpful! very kind staff and arranged all kind of activities for us. we had some issues with cockroaches the first night which they fixed for us and we didn’t have problems anymore after that. all the food was very good and staff was super kind and hard working (one staff member got sick and the others worked super hard to make us comfortable and even gave us free drinks because we had too wait a little longer)

Stayed in October 2022

Amazing location, beautiful accommodation and fantastic staff and owners. Nothing was a problem and great local knowledge.

Stayed in October 2022

Internet didn't go to the room, but just mean i had to catch up on line while siting in the dinning area and taking in the magnificent Turtle Bay and surrounds

Food was excellent and the staff were even better than excellent. Loved every minute of our stay. only wish it could have been longer.

Stayed in September 2022

The pool was disappointing - a bit green and lacking in water - apparently too much rain...

Best resort in Vanuatu!!! Loved the staff, the location, the range of food and drinks, kayaking to the pool pools. The place was tastefully decorated with beautiful murals everywhere.

Stayed in September 2022

pool seemed like it needed a little bit of work to be ready for kids - we have rebooked for 2 weeks in December already sure it’ll be good to go then

great staff and location

Stayed in August 2022

Second room I was in, the marquee, didn't have a great shower, and everything felt a bit damp and musty, particularly the bedding. But it was nice otherwise and in a quiet spot. Could do with better lighting in the rooms for reading.

Great location by the water with open sided restaurant serving all day. Great continental breakfast. All meals large portions. Quiet setting for chilling out, but swimming and kayaking on offer, and trips arranged on request. Good beds. First room, ocean view, had a great shower. Would definitely stay again.

Stayed in August 2022

My partner and I spent 5 nights at Turtle Bay Lodge and we absolutely LOVED IT! The lodge is conveniently located, with a 30minute transfer from the airport. Transfers are easy organised with reception. On arrival we were welcomed by their extremely friendly and helpful staff who took us directly to our room. We stayed in the waterfront marquee, which have amazing views right from the bedroom. The room was spacious, very well decorated and the beds were very comfortable. The managers Mick and Vicky were fantastic, they always had time for a chat and gave us recommendations of things to do on the Island. They were always more than happy to help with any questions we had. The food in the Restaurant is beautiful, with complete water views from every table. The menu has plenty of options to choose from, I would definitely recommend the Surf & Turf and the Poulet fish. The service was outstanding, big shout out to Dixon who looked after us most nights while dining, nothing was ever a problem and he made sure we always had cold Tuskers. As I was celebrating my 30th birthday, the staff made up a special table for dinner with a personalised card, flowers, confetti and more. This was a beautiful touch and made the night very special. There is plenty of activities to do around the resort, we took the kayaks out to the Blue Holes after staff recommendations which was absolutely amazing. You can snorkel directly off the resort, with plenty of ocean life. Nothing was too much trouble for Angie, she was fantastic and helped us to arrange a few day trips which included snorkelling at Aese Island, Dugong spotting and horseriding. One of the days we rented the two quads to go exploring Champagne Beach, Nandi Blue Hole and Port Orly. The quads are a great way to get around the island. We could not recommend Turtle Bay more highly. Thank you to all the staff for an unforgettable experience, we will definitely stay here again if we return to Santo.

Stayed in August 2022

Wifi was a little patchy, but that’s the same everywhere.

All the staff were really warm and helpful. The food was really fresh and the resort itself was beautiful. It’s a little out of the way, but I was going for a peaceful getaway, so that didn’t bother me. There’s enough to do there to make it worthwhile - I especially loved kayaking to the nearby blue holes. I had an early morning checkout and staff made sure I had breakfast in the fridge so I could eat before I left.

Stayed in August 2022

I can't really say there was anything we didnt like. The resort exceeded our expectations.

Wonderful location central to everything with many cozy spots to sip cocktails and unwind. Staff were friendly and attentive. The food was out of this world. A vast menu and high quality ingredients- clearly cooked by an experienced chef. Every single dish we ordered was consistently amazing.

Stayed in July 2022

There was nothing we didn't like- it was all wonderful.

Everything was amazing from the moment we arrived. Managers Vicki & Mick, & their staff us made us feel completely at home and nothing was too much trouble. The meals were fabulous and the dining area breathtaking with its 270 degree water views. Our room was spacious & the bed super comfy. The snorkeling was outstanding, and right outside our front door! Trips to Champagne Beach, Port Olry, the Blue Holes, Dugong and Turtle spotting, and snorkeling off Eis Island, all organised by the Lodge were spectacular. We are definitely going back next year, and for longer. We were blown away.

Stayed in July 2022

I liked everything. Only slight hitch - WIFI does not seem to carry to the rooms - only works in the restaurant / breakfast area. But even that turned into a plus as it forced me to unplug and just CHILL! :)

Fantastic Food in the restaurant, served by friendly and knowledgable staff. Great wine and drinks selections too. For a Vanuatu digs to carry Oyster Bay Sav Blanc was special! Super-super friendly management and staff. Extremely helpful and welcoming. I told them personally that in all my travels, I don't think I've ever been treated as kindly as this.

Stayed in July 2022

Staff were very friendly but most things need to be requested or ordered 2-3 times

Beach front rooms

Stayed in September 2023

Cold showers, rock hard mattresses, expensive restaurant yet very average menu. I didn’t like most of the food choices. Bicycle hire would have been a great option.

Setting around the resort. Lots of lovely places to relax. Breakfast was great. Car hire option. Transport from and to airport.

Stayed in July 2023

flies

lovely boutique like property, not over crowded

Stayed in January 2023

- avoid the room next the to restaurant (you have the strong garlic and food smell until 22h) it's horrible - NO AIR CONDITIONING! That's really a problem - uncomfortable beds and pillow - way too expensive for what it is. But actually the it's best affordable one in the region. Barrier beach resort is way better but 2-3x more expensive - the hot water from the shower was not consistently hot (sometimes cold)

- extremely friendly and attentive staff !!! - nice chill Vibe and view from the restaurant/bat - good location (close to blues holes and river and 30min from champagne beach and 45min from port Orly) - good food at the restaurant - free water

Stayed in September 2022

Cruise ship days! Not the hotels fault at all - just wish the cruise ship patrons did not venture beyond the restaurant area to disturb our serenity.

I loved everything about Turtle Bay lodge - the location, the room, the decor, the choice of swimming in the bay or snorkeling the coral reef, the quad bike, the canoes, the food, the staff. It’s such an amazing location and so close to all of the natural attractions of Santo that I don’t think I could have made a better choice.

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