Is Aore Island Resort currently open?

The property is closed between 05 February and 19 February.

Does Aore Island Resort offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Aore Island Resort does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is an airport shuttle service offered by Aore Island Resort?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available from 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM on request. The charge is VUV 3500 per person return.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Aore Island Resort?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Contactless check-out is available.

What is there to do at Aore Island Resort and nearby?

Have fun with on-site activities such as kayaking, waterskiing and rowing. Additional recreation on-site includes Pilates. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool. Aore Island Resort also has 2 bars and spa services, as well as a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Aore Island Resort?

Yes, there are 2 on-site restaurants, featuring al fresco dining and ocean views.

Does Aore Island Resort have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a furnished balcony.

What's the area around Aore Island Resort like?

Aore Island Resort is located on the waterfront. Popular attractions include Matevulu Blue Hole, which is 23 minutes away by car.

Aore Island Resort, Aore Island - Updated Price, Reviews & HD Photos

10/10 Exceptional

21 Sept, 2022

OMG what a fantastic resort! We had the best 5 days at Aore Island Resort. The resort is beautifully maintained with lush tropical gardens and the bungalows have been designed and fitted out beautifully with so much attention to detail. Beds and pillows are very comfy and you can fall asleep and wake up to the sound of the ocean. You can snorkel from your doorstep and admire beautifully coral fish. There a a couple of lion fish right under the jetty and heaps of Nemos. Kajaks and subs are free to use. The food is outstanding - 5 star restaurant quality! And always prepared with love and served with a smile. They have a small menu that changes every day for lunch and dinner and offers a great variety of fish, seafood, meat and vegan options plus a outdoor pizza oven at the beach bar. The passionfruit cheesecake is a must! 😋 All staff are wonderful and make your stay that extra special. We had a beautiful jetty dinner to celebrate a special birthday. Big thank you to everyone at Aore Island Resort - we loved our stay and will definitely be back!!

Josip, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

21 Nov, 2024

Absolutely amazing

Halle, 7-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

2 Jul, 2024

Its a real 5 star resort! Accomodation, restaurant, beach, service, staff etc - the best!

Rick, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

30 Apr, 2023

Beautiful resort overlooking the bay, great food, friendly staff, snorkelling off the beach, regular boat to Luganville.

Des, 11-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

5 Jan, 2023

Beautiful resort in a very private location on a small island off the coast of Espiritu Santo. Fantastic chef and lovely people.

10/10 Exceptional

1 Jan, 2023

Will be back!

We had a great time at Aore Island Resort. The room was spacious and comfortable. The staff friendly and food was fantastic. There's lots to do around the property or the shuttle boat runs several times a day to drop you off in Luganville to catch a tour or explore on your own.

Brett, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

21 Oct, 2022

Our absolute favourite spot in Vanuatu, property is amazing, all the staff and rooms were amazing, plenty of activities and tours available. Special mention to the owners Lisa, Brad and Daughter Montana. Above and beyond always keen for a chat. We will be back. Hope you had a good week off for the wedding!

Logan, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

1 Jan, 2020

Charming resort, we would definitely go again

Very nice resort, well maintained, perfectly decorated and in an amazing location. A few more options at the restaurant and a bit more entertainment in the evenings would totally add to it

Devina, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

12 Sept, 2019

Great place to relax and unwind in an amazing location.

Irene, 6-night trip

8/10 Very good

29 Jul, 2019

Facilities well kept and rooms pleasant. Although free kayaks are advertised there was only 2 singles and three doubles all without back supports for all the guests but also used by visiting 'yachties'

3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

20 Jul, 2019

Fremragende resort og snorkling

Fremragende lille ferie resort, hvor værtsparret sørger for et højt serviceniveau. God snorkling foran hotellet. Dykning er muligt hos nabo, Aore Adventure. Fremragende mad. Vandet i pool var koldt.

Martin, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

3 Jul, 2019

Beautiful setting , gardens were immaculate , could do with more lighting along the stepped path at night ! Food was a little disappointing, the continental breakfast was often ran out of choices at any time at breakfast , and the main meals tended to be very sauce heavy when more lighter dressings would have been a nicer alternative, otherwise a great location and nice accommodation, pool and beach.

5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

1 Mar, 2019

Great experience!

It was a very nice stay, the bungalow in frobt of the beach is amazing, very private. Excellent for couple but also for family. You can use 4×4 bike, in good condition. The staff is extremly friendly. The restaurant is amazing, good cook, excellent meat! Overall very happy ! They have transport for the main island and can pick you up at tve airport for 1200vuv.

caroline, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

8 Jan, 2019

Good experience.Restaurant is the low point

Great location. The bungalows are really nice and you have your own private beach, with lounge chairs. You can snorkel from there. Take a kayak. The room itself is also nicely decorated. Main low point was the food in the restaurant. Only a dozen of options and mostly western food (burgers, pizza) without healthy choices or local food either which was a bit disappointing. We were also greeted by the managers who are really nice. Staff was not that friendly, compared to cheaper places we went to in Santo.

2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

24 Dec, 2018

Fantastic location and super friendly staff. Lots of great snorkeling at your doorstep and only a quick 10 min ferry ride into Lugenville. We also used the babysitting service and the lady looking after our daughter was fabulous with her. The hotel also has mountain bikes you can use to explore the island which was great. Overall would highly recommend.

4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

22 Nov, 2018

We loved Vanuatu and we loved Aore Island Resort -- it's beautiful, quiet and peaceful, with amazing hosts and fabulous food. You can do lots (especially with regular ferry rides to/from the island) or you can do nothing -- perfect!

Sharon, 7-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

26 Oct, 2018

We were upgraded to the honeymoon bungalow with a private pool! Thank you! - very secluded location... Free ferry a few times a day to the mainland is a bonus. We are snorkeling fanatics and we enjoyed the abundance of fish right in front of the resort. There is not much coral but variety of fish makes it. A short trip to the coffee plantation is worth it. Overall wonderful stay.

kasia, 5-night trip

8/10 Very good

1 Sept, 2018

Awesome experience

We had a lovely experience at this Resort, the staff is super friendly and all the conditions and facilities are always clean, organised. The food was just perfect and they provide bicycles to have a look around! The beaches are always clean and there is a boat at different times of the day to go to the town. We stayed in one of the beachfront cabins and it was just glorious! There was only a little spot that was a bit uncomfortable: By accident, I broke a tap of a water dispenser in the restaurant, obviously, I told immediately to the staff what happened and that it was an accident, etc. After a few days, one of the managers told me that the water jar fixing was going to be charged to me as that item only could be found in Australia. At first, I thought, well, it seems fair but then I realised that it was a silly accident! I did not break that tap in purpose and I wasn't being irresponsible or malicious. I was feeling terrible and ashamed but also, I thought that this kind of resorts must have a backup for this kind of situations. I spoke with one of the owners and he told me that they were going to let it go, I felt he did not very agree but I thanked him for the gesture. I saw the jar fixed a few days after as well. But, the day we did the checkout, I saw that they charged me around $50 dollar for the jar! At this point, I did not say anything to not ruin a perfect holiday and I paid for it but, I don't know what to think. Anyway, the rest of our stay was perfect!

Claudia, 12-night trip

8/10 Very good

24 Aug, 2018

Island resort

Aore island is a short 10 min motor boat ride across from the main island of Santo - the free water taxi for guests goes over and back to the main island a few times a day at fixed times. The situation is beautiful and our waterfront bungalow had a lovely private feel. There's a main open sided meeting house/ restaurant & bar area which has indoor and outdoor options and comfy chairs to hang out in too. We had a lovely 6 day stay and took advantage of the resort bikes to explore the beautiful island of Aore, kayaks and paddleboards to use, plus lovely snorkeling from the resort beach. The local staff were super lovely and always had a smile for us.

holidayaway, 6-night trip

2/10 Poor

14 Aug, 2018

It is dirty with insects and mosquitoes and not value for the money. It is only one star resort. I don’t recommend it.

Chengjie, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

1 May, 2018

We stayed for 3 nights and loved every moment. There were SUP boards, kayaks, bikes, snorkling, a beach and pool. The food and service was excellent. We stayed in a beach front villa which was amazing. Great for a family or romantic getaway! Highly recommend.

3-night trip

8/10 Very good

24 Mar, 2018

Peace and rest

Great place to unwind and relax . No cars no TV, swim, snorkel, read, sleep. Bliss

8-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

6 Nov, 2017

Wonderful hotel

Wonderful hotel and lovely staff. We were meet at the ferry and every handled for us. The room was lovely and very comfortable. Any problem was dealt with quickly and the food at the restaurant was lovely.

2-night trip

8/10 Very good

27 Aug, 2017

Good for a short stay

We loved the location and snorkeling at the resort beach was beautiful. Sunsets are great and the staff lovely. Access to activities departing from the main island was easy thanks to the multiple boat transfers happening everyday. The overall stay was good but needs improvement in several areas specially if you want to stay more than two days; Bungalow: - The bed wasn't very comfortable, we were in pain after a few days. - No sofa or seating inside to chill. - Too many bugs inside despite the mosquito nets, these seem to get inside through somewhere in the ceiling. We had to buy insecticide and spray everyday. Restaurant: - Food variety is too limited. - The price for some drinks is ridiculous, like $US15 for a mediocre Piña Colada. Airport transfer: - Nobody tells you the resort transfer is not complimentary, you get charged by surprise when checking out. Despite all these things we liked the friendliness of the staff and how they helped us make the most of our stay.

8-night trip

8/10 Very good

5 Jun, 2017

Séjour très apprécié.

Chambre moderne, spacieuse, fonctionnelle. Coin cuisine parfait. Literie excellente. Personnel très accueillant. Bonne restauration. L'hôtel sera beaucoup plus agréable lorsque les travaux pour l'accès seront terminés Et que la végétation aura poussé Le seul inconvénient est le dénivelé entre la réception et les chambres. On peut également regretter l'absence de transat sur la terrasse.

Jean-Marie, 2-night trip

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