Title: Ratua Private Island Resort Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia [See all properties](http://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=4290542&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Ratua Private Island Resort Travelers discover tropical paradise on a private island where beach massages soothe the soul and windsurfing adventures await the adventurous ## Photo gallery for Ratua Private Island Resort ![Aerial view - Ratua Private Island Resort (Ratua Island)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4300000/4290600/4290542/cfd566a5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Hot tub, body treatments, aromatherapy, hot stone massages - Ratua Private Island Resort (Ratua Island)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4300000/4290600/4290542/808139e2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Hot tub, body treatments, aromatherapy, hot stone massages - Ratua Private Island Resort (Ratua Island)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4300000/4290600/4290542/e840d5a7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Meeting facility - Ratua Private Island Resort (Ratua Island)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4300000/4290600/4290542/6226aff3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Two Bedroom Beachfront Villa | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated - Ratua Private Island Resort (Ratua Island)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4300000/4290600/4290542/0a03d40b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Ratua Private Island Resort offers oceanfront luxury with private beaches for sunbathing. Guests can book treatments at Sunny Spa or try kayaking and fishing. The Yacht Club Restaurant serves meals with ocean views, and WiFi is available in public areas. ## Reviews 9.0 Wonderful ## Popular amenities - On private beach - Spa - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Business services - Bar ## Check prices for these days [Tonight ](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-28&endDate=2026-03-01&selected=4290542&PinnedHotelID=4290542&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-28&endDate=2026-03-01&selected=4290542&PinnedHotelID=4290542&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Tomorrow ](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-01&endDate=2026-03-02&selected=4290542&PinnedHotelID=4290542&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-01&endDate=2026-03-02&selected=4290542&PinnedHotelID=4290542&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [This weekend ](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-06&endDate=2026-03-08&selected=4290542&PinnedHotelID=4290542&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-06&endDate=2026-03-08&selected=4290542&PinnedHotelID=4290542&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Next weekend ](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-13&endDate=2026-03-15&selected=4290542&PinnedHotelID=4290542&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-13&endDate=2026-03-15&selected=4290542&PinnedHotelID=4290542&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Room options All rooms 1 bed 3+ beds Showing 4 of 4 rooms ### View all photos for Beachfront Villa ![Beachfront Villa | Water view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4300000/4290600/4290542/57be8668.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Beachfront Villa ### Highlights Individually furnished Individually decorated Free cribs/infant beds Ceiling fan Separate bedroom Premium bedding Bathrobes Detached private bathroom - Ocean view - 537 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Two Bedroom Beachfront Villa ![Two Bedroom Beachfront Villa | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4300000/4290600/4290542/12a2bfc7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Two Bedroom Beachfront Villa ### Highlights Separate sitting area Individually furnished Individually decorated Free cribs/infant beds Ceiling fan 2 bedrooms Premium bedding Bathrobes - Beach view - 1292 sq ft - 2 bedrooms - Sleeps 4 - 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds ### View all photos for Courtyard Room ![Courtyard Room | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4300000/4290600/4290542/1681b6cd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Courtyard Room ### Highlights Separate sitting area Individually furnished Individually decorated Free cribs/infant beds Ceiling fan 2 bedrooms Premium bedding Bathrobes - 807 sq ft - 2 bedrooms - Sleeps 4 - 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds ### View all photos for Beachfront Glamping Marquee ![Beachfront Glamping Marquee | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4300000/4290600/4290542/2a194161.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Beachfront Glamping Marquee ### Highlights Individually furnished Individually decorated Free cribs/infant beds Ceiling fan Separate bedroom Premium bedding Bathrobes Detached private bathroom - Ocean view - 377 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 4 - 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/onekey__standard__always_light.svg) Earn OneKeyCash on thousands of hotels when you sign in and book. 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SS President Coolidge and Santo Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Unity Park and Millenium Cave. Scuba diving offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours nearby. [Visit our Ratua Island travel guide](https://www.expedia.com/Ratua-Island.dx6312682) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-15.61294%2C167.17755&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=kLhWvMjZdOSZzXuH_TSl6FAD46k=) Luganville, P.O. Box 396, Ratua Island, Espiritu Santo ## About this property ### Ratua Private Island Resort Luxury family-friendly hotel by the ocean A marina, a beach bar, and a terrace are just a few of the amenities provided at Ratua Private Island Resort. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a private beach, beachfront dining, and beach massages. Treat yourself to a body treatment, a body scrub, or a massage at Sunny Spa, the onsite spa. The on-site restaurant, Yacht Club, features ocean views. Enjoy onsite activities like kayaking, hiking/biking, and windsurfing. Free WiFi in public areas is available to all guests, along with a garden and an arcade/game room. You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay: - A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), supervised childcare (surcharge), and barbecue grills - Tour/ticket assistance, meeting rooms, and beach umbrellas - Concierge services, multilingual staff, and a TV in the lobby Room features All guestrooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as premium bedding and bathrobes, in addition to thoughtful touches like safes and minibars. 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Windsurfing ### Family friendly - Arcade/game room - Babysitting (surcharge) - Laundry facilities - Supervised activities for children (surcharge) ### Conveniences - Gift shop/newsstand - Laundry facilities - Limited-hour front desk - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Concierge services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Multilingual staff - Tour and ticket assistance - Turndown service - Wedding services ### Business services - Meeting rooms ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - Beach towels - Beach umbrellas - Garden - Marina - On a private beach - On the waterfront - Picnic area - Terrace ### Full-service spa - 2 treatment rooms - Aromatherapy - Body scrubs - Facials - Hot stone massages - Hot tub - Manicures/pedicures - Spa open daily ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Accessible airport shuttle - Area rugs in room - Hardwood flooring in room - No elevator ### More - 1 floor - Built in 2009 - Designated smoking areas - Traditional architecture ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Premium bedding ### Bathroom - Bathrobes - Free toiletries - Hair dryer (on request) - Shower - Towels provided ### Food and drink - Minibar ### More - Ceiling fan - Individual decor - Individual furnishings - Phone - Portable fan - Safe ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before noon ### Special check-in instructions Guests must transfer via boat to the property; guests must contact the property at least 72 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking 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 4 percent for credit card payments The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 6:00 PM Front desk staffed during limited hours For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets No pets or service animals allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Children up to the age of 4 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room Rollaway/extra beds are available for VUV 10000.0 per night ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - Additional fees: VUV 13000 per person, per night for adults and VUV 7500 per person, per night for children (from 5 years old to 12 years old) We have included all charges provided to us by the property. The additional mandatory fee covers the meal plan fee. ### Optional extras - Airport shuttle fee: VUV 10000 per person (roundtrip) - Airport shuttle fee per child: VUV 5000 (roundtrip), (from 5 to 11 years old) - Rollaway bed fee: VUV 10000.0 per night - Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 4 percent The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### 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 The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property ### We should mention This property does not have elevators Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property Children under 11 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision ### Property is also known as Ratua Private Island Hotel Ratua Private Island Hotel Ratua Island Ratua Private Island Ratua Island Ratua Island Resort Ratua Private Island Ratua Private Ratua Ratua Island Resort Spa Ratua Private Island Resort Hotel Ratua Private Island Resort Ratua Island Ratua Private Island Resort Hotel Ratua Island ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Ratua Private Island Resort pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Ratua Private Island Resort? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Ratua Private Island Resort? ### What time is check-out at Ratua Private Island Resort? ### Does Ratua Private Island Resort provide a shuttle to the airport? ### Where is Ratua Private Island Resort located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Ratua Private Island Resort Reviews 9.0 ### Wonderful All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.com/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.2 Cleanliness ### 8.0 Location ### 8.8 Staff & service ### 8.6 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 14 8 - Good 7 6 - Okay 3 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveler Aug 5, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Endroit magique.. le gros coup de cœur de notre voyage ##### Verified traveler Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Thierry Dec 31, 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Séjour relaxant dans un cadre magnifique ##### Thierry Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveler Jan 3, 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Loved it, would definitely recommend it. ##### Verified traveler Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2017 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karina Nov 22, 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Best place we stayed! Ratua was amazing. Best place we stayed in Vanuatu! ##### Karina Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2017 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jill, New Zealand Sep 3, 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Paradise I had high expectations due to all the fantastic reviews. They were all spot on. Imagine waking up everyday and swimming in crystal clear water. I didn't even need to bring snorkelling gear as I could see to the bottom as I swam. We celebrated our 30th anniversary with amazing massages and horse riding around the island and in the sea. We spent our days kayaking around the island and beyond. The food was amazing and the staff awesome. A special shout out to Mikko. He just made us feel so special. A great feel good factor helping the school. We enjoy going to different places to experience new things, but we may just have to come back as this will be hard to top. Thanks everyone! ##### Jill Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2017 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveler Jun 20, 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Really amazing place and great staff. ##### Verified traveler Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2017 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveler Aug 26, 2016 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great barefoot boutique resort Wonderful location, unique rustic accommodation, very pleasant and friendly staff, lots of good food. Allow nearly your resort booking cost for food/drinks and optional activities. Suggest purchasing the meal package. Not an adults only resort, constantly aware of young children outside your accommodation. ##### Verified traveler ### 10/10 Excellent #### christine, noumea Jun 24, 2016 Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### havre de paix : gentillesse et sérénité séjour reposant, dans une ambiance calme que chacun se plait à respecter cuisine orientée vers le plus de produits locaux ##### christine ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveler Jan 29, 2016 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### An absolute south sea paradise. Perfect holiday , loved the people working there , the accommodation , 10 out of 10\. ##### Verified traveler ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bev Jan 7, 2015 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Beautiful Ratau We stayed on Ratau in Dec for 8 nights and loved it, our house Pig was the furthest away but we thought the most beautiful. You wake up to a stunning secluded beach of your own, the house was well decorated, spacious, with lots of various seats to rest on and only 10 min walk to the Yacht Club. Staff are so attentive and make your feel very welcome, reception are great at arranging all your onsite and offsite trips. Enjoyed the entertainment put on ensuring guests learn about the culture of the local people. We went with the Meal Plan, delicious, so much food, you will not go hungry with its option. We spent our days busily doing lots of the on and off site activities, highly recommend diving the Coolidge even if beginner, Nanda blue hole is stunning and as is champayne beach and for the adventurous Millenium Caves. Onsite swimming with horses is great, as is the Blue Hole canoeing trip. if doing trips off the island maybe check when others are also so can share boat fees to Santo. The snorkelling is great as well around the Yacht club and Spa, saw many turtles in the morning, you could easily do as little or as much as possible on Ratau as it really caters for everyone. There's not many places I say I would definitely return too, as so many places to explore, but Ratau is one place I would love to return to one day. You guys are doing a great job, keep it up and thanks for making our trip a special one ##### Bev ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveler Dec 28, 2014 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Absolute relaxation and isolation My partner and I stayed at Ratua for 6 nights and could have stayed forever. We absolutely loved the isolation, the activities, the staff, the spa, and our unique villa on the waters edge. We left Ratua completely relaxed and would highly recommend this place to anyone looking to unwind. ##### Verified traveler ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chaz Oct 19, 2014 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Fabulous Stay World class destination with fabulous staff and a rustic yet tasteful rooms. Awesome snorkeling too. ##### Chaz ### 8/10 Good #### Susan Aug 5, 2013 Facilities: Typical; Value: Reasonable; Service: Inoffensive, Helpful, Polite; Cleanliness: Tidy, Clean, Neat; ##### Susan ### 8/10 Good #### Maris, Australia - QLD - Brisbane Nov 13, 2012 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities stunning location if you want to get away from it all, ensure you arrange the meal plan immediately on arrival ##### Maris ### 8/10 Good #### Timothy Aug 22, 2012 Liked: Cleanliness Facilities: Everyday; Value: Acceptable price; Service: Polite; Cleanliness: Beautiful; ##### Timothy ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lenka, Australia - NSW - Sydney Aug 12, 2012 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Facilities: State of the art; Value: Expensive but worth it; Service: Friendly, Island time; Cleanliness: Pristine; Do every activity you can, well worth it, so much to do on the island ##### Lenka ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer, Australia - VIC - Melbourne Jul 20, 2012 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Facilities: Distinctive, The most unique place.; Value: Affordable; ##### Jennifer ### 10/10 Excellent #### Susan, New Zealand - Auckland Jul 16, 2012 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Facilities: Delightful; Service: Respectful, Friendly; Cleanliness: Beautiful; A range of activities. Minimal boat traffic. Peaceful and very special. ##### Susan ### 6/10 Okay #### DONNET, New Caledonia Jun 7, 2012 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Facilities: Typical; Value: Reasonable; Service: Professional, Respectful, Courteous; Cleanliness: Pleasant; ##### DONNET ### 8/10 Good #### Kathryn, Australia - QLD - Brisbane May 15, 2012 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Facilities: Distinctive; Service: Respectful, Friendly, Courteous; Cleanliness: Pleasant; a very Definetly will return here, very relaxing holiday, secluded beaches, lots of things to do if you want ##### Kathryn ### 6/10 Okay #### paolinetti Apr 18, 2012 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### sejour en famille quelque peu décevant !! le site est magnifique et les bungalows rien a dire ,par contre vu le prix honéreux des nuitées il me semblerais normal qu' il y est dans le bungalow une baignoire et meme une bouilloire !! les repas sont tres cher comparé a ce qu'il y a sur les buffets et pas de carte pour choisir autre chose et nous avons eu 2 nuits d'affilé un coq qui commençait a chanter a 3 h du mat sans intéruption ! donc pour se reposer autant vous dire que ce n'ai pas le mieux !! bref tres cher pour ce que c'est ... ##### paolinetti ### 6/10 Okay #### alexandrine, nouvelle caledonie Apr 12, 2012 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Disliked: Property conditions & facilities #### sejour en famille au ratua et bien je dois dire que malgres un tres beau site et un personnel tres sympa , les prestations ne suivent pas avec le cout des nuitées assez honnéreuse !! en effet dans le bungalow fort beau il n'y a ni baignoire , ni clim , ni bouilloire et de plus durant nos deux nuits nous n'avons pas pu nous reposer vu que a partir de 3h du matin vous vous retrouvez avec un coq qui chante toutes les 2 mn !! malgres notre échange avec la reception , la 2eme nuit a etait idem .. donc non , nous n'en gardons pas un super souvenir !! ##### alexandrine ### 8/10 Good #### Min, Sydney, AU Jan 1, 2012 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Fantastic little island Stayed 4 nights with wife and 3yo child during X-mas 2011\. Lots of waiting in check-ins, boarding and baggage collection but well worth the wait. Accommodation is surprisingly comfortable and relaxing, it felt good to walk bare foot around 200 year old wooden shack and walk on private beach which is shaded all day by huge trees. We had fantastic time snorkelling off beach in-front of the main deck. Resorts staff did a fantastic job of preparing for excellent X-mas day lunch and dinner. Lunchtime X-mas carols by the Gardening crew (about 10 of them without any music) was worthy of greatest cathedrals or music halls. Evening X-mas carols by Ratua Resort Band (with single string double-base and hand-carved guitar) made excellent meal even more special. Wife and I put on about 2kg of weight as meal-plan of BBQ lunch and 3-course dinner was more then we could eat. Serving size was more then adequate, so most nights we were struggling to eat dessert. Breakfast was rather simple but very tasty and goof quality. I suppose resort is French themed and all I had was Croissant and Tanna coffee. Not much to do on the island other then horse riding, canoeing, snorkling and comprehensive list of paid daily activities (cheaper then Port Vila). Resort's management( Britta and Yorick) were very helpful and friendly. They amde sure everything was organised and taken-care of properly. I will definitely return as soon as possible. It is a fantastic little resort, much better then Maldives, Thailand-Phuket, Indonesia-Bali and Fiji-Denarau Island. ##### Min ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sarah Dec 10, 2013 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities ##### Sarah ## Explore a world of travel with Expedia - [Lodging](?equalTargetTab=tab-0) - [Flights](?equalTargetTab=tab-1) - [Packages](?equalTargetTab=tab-2) - [Cars](?equalTargetTab=tab-3) - [Vacation Rentals](?equalTargetTab=tab-4) - [Things to Do](?equalTargetTab=tab-5) - [Black Pearl Resort](https://www.expedia.com/Saraotou-Hotels-Black-Pearl-Resort.h110648428.Hotel-Information) - [Barrier Beach Resort](https://www.expedia.com/Saraotou-Hotels-Barrier-Beach-Resort.h9624152.Hotel-Information) - [Bokissa Private Island Resort](https://www.expedia.com/Bokissa-Island-Hotels-Bokissa-Private-Island-Resort.h3498208.Hotel-Information) - [Village de Santo Resort](https://www.expedia.com/Luganville-Hotels-Village-De-Santo-Resort.h4330699.Hotel-Information) - [The Espiritu](https://www.expedia.com/Luganville-Hotels-The-Espiritu.h4245978.Hotel-Information) - [Beachfront Resort](https://www.expedia.com/Luganville-Hotels-Beachfront-Resort.h6480205.Hotel-Information) - [Sunshine Inn](https://www.expedia.com/Luganville-Hotels-Sunshine-Inn.h90696745.Hotel-Information) - [Santo Seaside Villas](https://www.expedia.com/Luganville-Hotels-Santo-Seaside-Villas.h44287977.Hotel-Information) - [Deco Stop Lodge](https://www.expedia.com/Luganville-Hotels-Deco-Stop-Lodge.h3741325.Hotel-Information) - [Luganvilla Business Hotel and Restaurant](https://www.expedia.com/Luganville-Hotels-Luganvilla-Business-Hotel-And-Restaurant.h16318099.Hotel-Information) - [Tropicana Motel & Backpackers](https://www.expedia.com/Luganville-Hotels-Tropicana-Motel-Backpackers.h39623606.Hotel-Information) - [Two Canoes Island Getaway](https://www.expedia.com/Aore-Island-Hotels-Two-Canoes-Island-Getaway.h12918572.Hotel-Information) - [Aore Island Resort](https://www.expedia.com/Aore-Island-Hotels-Aore-Island-Resort.h4788585.Hotel-Information) - [Freshwater Private Resort](https://www.expedia.com/Aore-Island-Hotels-Freshwater-Private-Resort.h92754834.Hotel-Information) - [Flights to Sanma](https://www.expedia.com/Destinations-In-Sanma.d553248635956617219.Flight-Destinations) - [Sanma Vacations](https://www.expedia.com/Sanma.d553248635956617219.Destination-Travel-Guides) - [Car rentals near Sanma](https://www.expedia.com/Destinations-In-Sanma.d553248635956617219.Car-Rental-Destinations) - [Sanma Vacation Rentals](https://www.expedia.com/Destinations-In-Sanma.d553248635956617219.Vacation-Rental-Destinations) - [Things to do in Sanma](https://www.expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Sanma.d553248635956617219.Travel-Guide-Activities)