The Melanesian Port Vila Hotel

3.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel with full-service spa and free breakfast
your current months are November, 2024 and December, 2024.
November 2024
December 2024

Photo gallery for The Melanesian Port Vila Hotel

Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
View from property
Garden view
Dinner served
Reception

Reviews

8.2 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • Spa
    Spa
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Room service
    Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Breakfast included
    Breakfast included

Explore the area

Map
Rue Picarde, Port Vila, Efate
  • Parliament House
    3 min walk
  • National Museum
    3 min walk
  • Iririki Island
    4 min walk
  • Port Vila (VLI-Bauerfield)
    17 min drive

Room options

Orchid Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Premium bedding
  • 24.75 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed OR 3 Single Beds

1 Bedroom Bougainvillea Apartment

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
  • 52 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

1 Bedroom Hibiscus Apartment

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
LCD TV
  • 54 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Superior Orchid Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Premium bedding
  • 24.75 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

One Bedroom Apartment

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
  • 52 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Hibiscus Studio Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
  • 27 sq m
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Port Vila

A family-friendly stay in the heart of Port Vila awaits you at The Melanesian Port Vila Hotel. Within a short 5-minute stroll, you'll find Parliament House and National Museum. Highlights at this hotel include a full-service spa, a restaurant and an outdoor swimming pool. .A day of pampering at Eden Hair & Spa can include massages, body scrubs and mani/pedis. The fine-dining restaurant, Ristorante Casa Mia, is open for dinner. At the hotel's own lounge bar or poolside bar, you can enjoy a drink. Enjoy access to 2 outdoor tennis courts along with a kids' swimming pool and pool loungers. 2691 square feet (250 square metres) of event facilities include 3 meeting rooms and a conference centre, and other business amenities include a 24-hour business centre. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. Each morning free buffet breakfast is offered between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Places within a short walk of this 3-property class Port Vila hotel include Iririki Island and Port Vila Market is within 15 minutes.

What's nearby

  • Parliament House - 3 min walk
  • National Museum - 3 min walk
  • Iririki Island - 4 min walk
  • Port Vila Market - 11 min walk
  • Nambawan Market & Café - 18 min walk

Getting around

  • Port Vila (VLI-Bauerfield) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Port Vila Central Market - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Beach Bar - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Reefers Restaurant & Rum Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Stone Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪warhorse saloon - ‬16 min walk

About this property

The Melanesian Port Vila Hotel

Family-friendly hotel with full-service spa and free breakfast
The Melanesian Port Vila Hotel offers its guests a full-service spa, outdoor tennis courts, and an outdoor pool. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a 24-hour business centre and 3 meeting rooms. Event space at this hotel measures 2691 square feet (250 square metres) and includes a conference centre. A children's pool, spa services, and a library are also featured at the family-friendly The Melanesian Port Vila Hotel. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Port Vila hotel.

  • 75 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 4 buildings
  • 2691 sq ft of conference space
  • 250 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 1993
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Conference centre
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • On-site shopping
  • Bellhop
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
The Melanesian Port Vila Hotel offers 75 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to furnished balconies. Beds feature premium bedding. 26-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Port Vila hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and a ceiling fan. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Eden Hair & Spa has massage/treatment rooms and couples treatment room(s). Services include facials, body scrubs, body treatments and manicures and pedicures. The spa is open selected days.

Languages

English, French, Japanese

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Oasis Bar and Grill
  • Ristorante Casa Mia

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre (2,691 square foot of space)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Spa open select days
  • Spa treatment rooms

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 3 floors
  • 4 buildings
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1993
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 26-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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 5 per cent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at The Melanesian Port Vila Hotel

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 11 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.

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.

  • Airport shuttle fee: VUV 2000 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: VUV 1000 (one-way), (up to 12 years old)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 5 per cent

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 and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
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, Mastercard, American Express and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Up to 2 children aged 11 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Melanesian Port Vila Hotel?

The Melanesian Port Vila Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Melanesian Port Vila Hotel?

As of 30 Oct 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Melanesian Port Vila Hotel on 1 Nov 2024 start from AU$140.44, including 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.

Is parking available at The Melanesian Port Vila Hotel?

Yep, The Melanesian Port Vila Hotel has a free self car park.

Is there a spa on site at The Melanesian Port Vila Hotel?

Yep, Eden Hair & Spa is available for guests. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body scrubs, facials and body treatments.

Does The Melanesian Port Vila Hotel have a pool?

The Melanesian Port Vila Hotel has an outdoor pool and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella and with a coldie from the bar.

What makes The Melanesian Port Vila Hotel a romantic place to stay?

Couples spa treatments and al fresco dining, as well as premium bedding and private balconies in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Melanesian Port Vila Hotel.

Is The Melanesian Port Vila Hotel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a children's pool, children's meals and laundry facilities, it's no surprise that The Melanesian Port Vila Hotel is a hit with families.

Does The Melanesian Port Vila Hotel serve breakfast?

Yeah, free buffet brekkie is available daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Melanesian Port Vila Hotel?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Melanesian Port Vila Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Melanesian Port Vila Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Melanesian Port Vila Hotel?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

The Melanesian Port Vila Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 137 out of 428 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 206 out of 428 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 64 out of 428 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 428 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 428 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Debra ann

Liked: Staff & service
Quiet area
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alana

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Ian

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great spot for getting around Port Villa Staff extremely friendly and helpful. Unfortunately the photos on the website didn’t reflect the current condition of the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Malcolm

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
OK for an overnight stay
Allocated wrong type of room at check in, took two hours to sort out which included participation from ourselves. Breakfast was included but if you wanted eggs you had tp pay extra. Pool, fair size but no sun loungers as in picture, only tables/chairs from Oasis Restaurant! Wifi included but you had to collect a new log in code EVERY morning from reception! Check out time was 10.00am, the exact time that breakfast service ends. Tours were very expensive, half day 8000 vt, whole day 14,800 vt Location was good for an easy walk into town centre.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

William

Very clean and well staffed
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Joy Marie

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Environmentally conscious so beddings and towels are only changed on request. Room cleaning not done daily means used cups and teaspoons must be washed by the guest before re-use, but dishing washing liquid and a sponge are not provided. When washing hands, water splashes out of the basin and onto the bench which is quite irritating.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Navin

Business traveller
Location was good.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

JUDE

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Staff were excellent the Hotel was pretty clean plenty of Eating Options around just a little walk tho. Bfast not flashy but enough for a Quick something. A Super Market nearby to Stock up, Walked to Down Town 18/20mins you can always catch the Local Bus but be Prepared to rub shoulders with the Locals
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Elton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Likes and Dislikes
I always like to stay at the Melanesian what I did like friendly staff, quietness.cleaness and the washing done so I could take home clean clothes, food was good. What I didnt like Having to checkout at 10 when my plane left at 4.00pm Missed having breakfast by the pool every morning and at least one evening meal and entertainment at the poolside through the week, Bar closed to early and changing wifi code each day Bring back the days before covid
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Stephanie

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Augusto

Travelled with family
Restaurant has half of the food that was in the menu….sleepy music and always the same in recreational areas (pool)
Stayed 18 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Makereta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
-
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Martin

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

4/10 Poor

Anna R

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
ok.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

4/10 Poor

Anna R

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
food is not terrible and expensive? not very clean? staffs are friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

John

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Felicity

Water was cut off and had no hot water
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karin

Very quiet,slept awesome
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

4/10 Poor

Natalie

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stains
Very disappointed with this hotel. I was put in a room furthest from the entrance property that backed onto a busy street. To get to my room I had to walk through and past lines of the hotel washing, as well as a huge pile of discarded mattresses and pillows and other debris. In the room the couch was broken in parts and covered in stains. The towels were thread bare. The worst part, when I went to go to bed and pulled back the top sheet, there was a huge stain on the bottom sheet - I had to pull off the top sheet and wrap myself in it to lay on the bed with some protection.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Warm welcome
The staff were warm, friendly and helpful. Our room was large and comfortable and only lacked a small dish for soap so it didn’t have to sit on the counter. A place to hang wet bathing suits would have been nice too. Housekeeping only came when requested which I appreciate. Everyday isn’t necessary. We’d happily return.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ress

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
amazing
people are kind. the hotel is good
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice place to stay
Had a 4 night stay, and found it a good place to stay if you avoid the casino at the front. Walkable into town, helpful staff, decent rooms, nice pool.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Mrs Jane

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was very convenient for shopping and dining. The only thing missing was sun loungers by the pool.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Louise

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023