Aore Island Resort

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Scored 8.4
Rated very good

Excellent location!

9.4

Set on a private and secluded tropical island, this beachfront resort offers guests free ferry transfers to and from Espiritu Santo. Relax in the 12-yard swimming pool or enjoy the restaurant’s all-day menu. Aore Island Resort is only a 15-minute ferry ride from the town of Luganville. Built along the beach and surrounded by lush tropical gardens, each bungalow has refrigerator, tea/coffee making facilities, iron and ceiling fans. The private bathroom has a hot shower and hairdryer. The Nakamal Restaurant light meals, salads and pizzas available throughout the day. The menu can include local delicacies such as famous Santo beef, lobsters and local seafood. WiFi is available in the restaurant only, for an additional charge. The popular “Island Night” at Aore Island Vanuatu features local dancers, musicians and storytellers. Guests can try the local “kava” drink. Fishing, diving, snorkeling and plantation tours can be arranged. World class swimming and snorkeling steps from your private bungalow. Adult snorkel and mask is provided for your stay to explore the amazing underwater life.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 10.0 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Spa and wellness center
  • Beachfront
  • Bar
  • Private beach area
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

  • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

  • Great Food: Meals here are highly recommended!

Activities:

  • Fishing

  • Spa and wellness center

  • Canoeing

Availability

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Guest reviews

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See what guests loved the most:

Miki
Australia Australia
“Food was delicious! The island is beautiful. You can spend all day snorkeling there and constantly see new fish Its a beautiful spot and amazing island. Staff were lovely people.”
Walter
Australia Australia
“Great tropical location on the beach. Good restaurant. Easy ferry transfer to Luganville.”
Christina
Australia Australia
“Fantastic resort and family friendly. The food was amazing!”
James
Australia Australia
“Service was great, was a great experience. Free shuttle was extremely handy to get you to and from the island to enjoy the local tours. Good connections with local drivers.”
Nikkia
Australia Australia
“Fantastic island getaway with the right amount of everything. Perfect for relaxing and adventure all in one. Food is absolutely sensational”
Helen
Australia Australia
“Food was great, Area / location is great, Staff were absolutely wonderful”
Peter
Australia Australia
“The one of best things I found at this resort was the menu that changed daily. The food was fresh and plentiful and was reasonably priced. The cabins were spacious and cleaned daily, I loved the isolation and private beach. The staff were...”
Andrew
Australia Australia
“We had a health incident and the management went above an beyond to help solve an air ambulance evacuation”
Barbora
Australia Australia
“It is a beautiful resort. It is on a separate island from Santo and because we booked via booking.com and not directly, we had to pay for transport from the airport which is provided for free if you book directly (so book directly). There is a...”
Reid
Australia Australia
“The staff were amazing and always willing to help where they could. The food was always fresh and changed daily depending on availability. There were plenty of tours available to visit local attractions, all organised by the local staff. The...”

Area info

Restaurants

2 Restaurants On Site
The Nakamal Restaurant
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambience
    Traditional
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
The Beach Bar
  • Cuisine
    Pizza • Local • Grill/BBQ
  • Open for
    Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambience
    Family-friendly • Traditional • Romantic
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Resort facilities at Aore Island Resort

Great facilities! Review score, 8.2

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Spa and wellness center
  • Beachfront
  • Bar
  • Private beach area
  • Breakfast

House rules

Aore Island Resort takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 15 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
Free
15+ years
Extra bed upon request
VUV 8,000 per person, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

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All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Aore Island Resort of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

FAQs about Aore Island Resort