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Hideaway Island Resort

3.0 star property
3-star beachfront resort with scuba diving

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One Bedroom Oceanfront Villa with Private Pool
Front of property
One Bedroom Standard Bungalow | Balcony
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Bar (on property)

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • On private beach
  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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Mele Bay, Hideaway Island, Hideaway Island
  • Place, Mele Bay
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Port Vila Golf Country Club
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Port Vila Market
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Airport, Port Vila Airport (VLI)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

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1 Bedroom Oceanside Villa

1 Bedroom Oceanside Villa

  • Ocean view
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Twin Share Room (Shared Facilities)

Twin Share Room (Shared Facilities)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Dormitory Quad (shared facilities)

Dormitory Quad (shared facilities)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Villa, 2 Bedrooms

Villa, 2 Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed

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One Bedroom Oceanside Bungalow

  • Ocean view
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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One Bedroom Oceanfront Villa with Private Pool | Balcony view

One Bedroom Oceanfront Villa with Private Pool

  • Ocean view
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Hideaway Island

On the beach.You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Mele Bay and 2 miles (3 km) of Port Vila Golf Country Club with a stay here. Also, Mele Cascades is within 3 miles (5 km) and The Summit Gardens is within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Mele Bay - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Port Vila Golf Country Club - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Port Vila Market - 18 min drive - 11.3 km
  • Iririki Island - 19 min drive - 11.6 km
  • Pango Point - 29 min drive - 18.8 km

Getting around

  • Port Vila Airport (VLI) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Waterfall - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Port Vila Central Market - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Nambawan Café & Bar - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Brewery Bar and Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Banyan Beach Bar - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Hideaway Island Resort

3-star beachfront resort with scuba diving
Simply walk outside to feel the sun on your face at the white sand beach. Spend the day at the beach and work on your tan with sun loungers (chaise longues) or relax in the shade with umbrellas. Summer fun is a breeze at Hideaway Island Resort with activities like snorkeling, scuba diving, and kayaking.

Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a beach bar and a bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. This beach resort also offers an outdoor pool, a garden, and a terrace. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Hideaway Island resort.

  • 1 floor
  • 27 guestrooms or units
  • Deli
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Game room or arcade
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar on the beach
  • Dining venue
Hideaway Island Resort offers 27 accommodations with safes and complimentary toiletries. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free ferry terminal shuttle
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A beach bar
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Beach volleyball
  • Boat tours
  • Kayaking
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rowing/canoeing
  • Scuba diving
  • Snorkeling

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Towels provided

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

Guests must transfer via boat and shuttle to the property; guests must contact the property at least 72 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking
The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Hideaway Island Resort

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Hideaway Island Resort
Hideaway Island Port Vila
Hideaway Island Resort & Marine Sanctuary Vanuatu/Port Vila
Hideaway Island Hotel Port Vila
Hideaway Island Resort Resort
Hideaway Island Resort Hideaway Island
Hideaway Island Resort Resort Hideaway Island

Frequently asked questions

How close is Hideaway Island Resort to the airport?

Hideaway Island Resort is 4 mi (8-min drive) away from the Port Vila Airport (VLI) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hideaway Island Resort?

As of Jun 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hideaway Island Resort on Jun 7, 2026 start from CA $97, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Hideaway Island Resort have an airport shuttle?

Hideaway Island Resort offers an airport shuttle.

How close is Hideaway Island Resort to the beach?

This resort is on a private beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Hideaway Island Resort offer free breakfast?

Hideaway Island Resort does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Hideaway Island Resort?

No, there is no casino at this resort.

What time is check-in at Hideaway Island Resort?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM.

Is there free parking at Hideaway Island Resort?

This resort offers free self parking.

Does Hideaway Island Resort have a pool?

Hideaway Island Resort features an outdoor pool.

Does Hideaway Island Resort have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Hideaway Island Resort have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this resort.

How close is Hideaway Island Resort to downtown Hideaway Island?

Hideaway Island Resort is 0.1 mi away from Hideaway Island.

Hideaway Island Resort Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 92 out of 242 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 104 out of 242 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 37 out of 242 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 242 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 242 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

6/10 Okay

Adam

The whole property is in desperate need of a major renovation, starting with the kitchen & food menu which is not up to standard. The staff were very friendly & helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very easy to water taxi back and forth to the main land (which might even be walkable at low tide). Room was clean and staff were all very hospitable.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautiful location and staff. Resort a little run down but they make the most of what they have. Have to remember you are on island time. Cat lovers will enjoy the small group of cats
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to the airport and Port Vila .Also very close to wonderful dive sites
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Norma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Last stay was nice breakfast provided now you pay for that. It was nice to have freash fruit etc
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Chilli

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location for snorkeling and diving! There are very nice diving site only accessible from the hideaway island. However, it doesn’t have much service. No breakfast provided. Lunch and dinner menu is very basic and room and facilities are a bit old. Not a fancy resort to stay but if worth to visit for a diving trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Bill

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Apartment has ants everywhere including on ans inside the kettle, bath/ shower and next door were so loud and their cigarette smoke was coming onto the room making it extremely uncomfortable to sleep in. Message properly but they said I should’ve called the night emergency number which was continently placed in reception but I had no WiFi or phone service on the island
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Rigmor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is superb, the staff are very friendly and helpful and everything needed is provided. My only minor criticism is that bunk beds are not suitable twin share for seniors.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Renee

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The location is great and the snorkelling is excellent. The staff are fantastic. The resort needs some tender loving care. The gardens are well tendered, but the rest of the infrastructure needs work. Food is a bit hit and miss but there is a Beach Bar nearby thank goodness.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

sally

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
A lovely property that is trying to survive after cyclones and lockdowns. The staff are all so friendly and helpful. The property is clean. The food is generous and fabulous. The Snorkeling is wonderful, better than a lot of Islands. Hopefully maintenance and upgrades can be in their future plans.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Raul

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The local staff were excellent. They tried their best. The property is in a state of disrepair. Price is very expensive for what you get.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Marc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The storms and cyclones have taken a toll on the property and it is slowly returning to normal in Vanuatu time
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a gorgeous island. Accommodation is basic but very comfortable. Be aware there is no air conditioning when booking. It was clear that the resort has been severely impacted by Covid/cyclones but they are working very hard to rebuild. They only re-opened in December 2022. A very enjoyable place to stay. I would definitely recommend and would stay again. Do yourself a favour and stay here. The snorkelling directly out the front of the restaurant is some of the best we saw on our travels around Efate. Plus the underwater post office is a plus!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Robert

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
We were originally in the pool vila which was terrible. Floorboards broken and unsafe. Shower terrible, steep stairs to bedroom and toilet had a sewage smell. Lights in bedroom didn’t work or either did outside lights. We asked to be moved to a bungalow which was great and would recommend. Staff are amazing and can not do enough to help after we asked to be moved rooms. Limited options for food allergies available even after asking prior to booking holiday. Chef/cook did not seem interested to assist with this. Island resort is for sale and hopefully new owners put some money into fixing it up as it badly needs it. Would still recommend a visit as very relaxing and great snorkeling
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The snorkelling is great and staying at the property allows you to have the reef to yourself for a couple of hours in the morning. The beach bungalow we stayed in has a great view and balcony but is old, no tv, internet available at the office but not the room and they give the first couple of days free then charge after that to use internet. One restaurant on the island, food can take a while so get orders in early and brekky costs a bit so recommend bringing some wheet bix and milk (adds up with the kids), but liked the place and the local people are lovely. There's a little shop off the island near the village which has waters, soft drink biscuits etc for better prices.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Nicholas

Liked: Staff & service
N/A
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff at Hideaway are just lovely- so friendly and helpful and so tolerant . We stayed in the spacious family bungalows. The glass bottom boat and snorkel tour are great for familiarising your family with life on the reef and then you can explore on your own later. Only suggestion to make would be to give all visitors including day visitors even a 5 minute talk about the Marine Sanctuary and how fragile life is on the reef. Watching unmanaged kids as well as adults crush and kill coral was a bit up setting who didn’t understand the damage the were causing. Maybe mark off an area for beginners so they don’t cause further harm following cyclone with poor finning techniques on the coral. We hope to return one day- this place and beautiful staff were perfect for us and our budget
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Alistair

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Property is quite run down. Had a beachfront bungalow but the stairs leading down to the beach were so overgrown with weeds they couldn't be used. It would have taken an hour to give it a tidy up and make it usable, but they just hadn't done it. The decking of the cabin was rotten and dangerous. I stepped through the decking a couple of times and left (more) holes in it. The water coming out of the cold tap was black and there was no hot water on the first 2 nights. Hot water was adequate on 3rd night and cold water was clear on 3rd night. Staff were lovely and very helpful. Food from the restaurant was good.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

4/10 Poor

matt

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It saddens me to have to say the "resort" is so run down and neglected its a shame. We stayed in 4 different units during our stay (we had a large group) The units varied from broken toilets and showers, termites and ant infestations, super thin mattresses with springs in your back etc. The reef is trashed and destroyed. It will be completely dead with in the year since absolutely no care is taken to preserve anything. People stand directly on the reef to take pictures, huge chunks can be seen broken off everywhere and most of it is brown. The restaurant serves 10-12 options most of which they were out of the our entire 6 night stay. No eggs, chicken, salads, fruit, potatoes etc. The staff were all very nice and trying to make the best out of a situation where the owners are not present and very obviously only trying to squeeze what money they can out of this place. Its very sad as it could be so beautiful and exclusive. We visited Island Magic down the road and it was what this place could be if they cared. Good food, well taken care of and a reef that is thriving. I suggest you try there if you are looking for comfort.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

yujing

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

lovely and wram resort

I really love this island, the staffs in this hotel are really professional and devote their best effort to make sure you enjoy your stay. Due to weather conditions, my original schedule was completely disrupted, and my flight was canceled in the last mins. I called this hotel to ask them whether I can change my reschedule stay. They said its ok, and tell me that I should come to the hotel ASAP because the storm is coming, and it was dangerous to travel in poor weather conditions in Port Vila. Once I arrived, they help me to move my luggage in the heavy rain. I in fact stayed in this resort for 6 nights. The staff provided their best service to me. In addition, they help me to deal with the worst service airline in the world, Vanuatu Air. To be honest, the resort has been closed for 3 years, and during my stay, I saw the staff and the hotel owner still working on making this resort back to its best after the pandemic. In addition, the view and environment are so nice under good weather beyond words can explain. During night time, walking on the beach and seeing the milky galaxy, walking around the garden, etc. anyway, stay in this hotel for few days is nice experience and I will like to comeback.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Alastair

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Peaceful and relaxing sanctuary...apart from when passengers from cruise ships in Port Vila visit - but resident guest areas (including small but lovely pool) off limits to them! Restaurant offerings limited but tasty and plentiful - fish coconut curry a standout! More could and should be done to protect the house reef from damage - signage at the (superfluous) shoreside steps is ineffective. There is opportunity for (brief) education of guests about coral reefs and the importance of their protection (globally, as well as locally) which would at least make a plea of ignorance implausible. Bungalow (9) accommodation very comfortable with beautiful sea view, reached by pleasant garden pathway stroll. Repair of (corrugated metal) roofing required where free edges corroding badly, otherwise more extensive (& expensive) roof repairs await. Resort staff are this place's singular asset - outstanding! Only one significant complaint - as we booked HIR specifically on account of their scuba dive centre, it was disappointing to learn on arrival that it had not yet reopened after Covid shutdown - a fact which should have been available on their website, or made clear in response to our (unanswered) enquiries about booking diving. All was not lost, however, as we did manage to organise one day of diving with Jerry's Dive Services - seems he's something of a scuba legend in Vanuatu, and certainly we can recommend him unreservedly!
Verified

6/10 Okay

Henning

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Wunderschöner Ort. Klasse Strand. Super zum Schnorcheln
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Exemplary

Great breakfast only underwater post office snorkelling right out front Terrific fire show at beach bar
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely a must visit! Room charges include breakfast, snorkel equipment hire, kayak use, glass bottom boat trip, snorkel safari and return boat transfers. Pristine snorkeling on a reef in the process of being regenerated by Newcastle Uni. This place is HEAVEN!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
staff were awesome. It was the happiest place we have stayed in many years of travel. The kitchen staff sang as they prepared breakfast and it sounded as if an entire choir was serenading us. It was low season when we visited and the pwners happened to be on site. They were very welcoming and helped solve a double booking problem we had , reassured us and sorted it all out with good humour and efficiency.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020