Turtle Bay Lodge

–Excellent location – show map
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Scored 9.3
Rated wonderful

Staff

9.6

Set in a beautiful waterfront location, Turtle Bay Lodge is a 20-minute drive from Luganville and a 25-minute drive from Santo-Pekoa International Airport. Located half way to the famous Champagne Beach and a leisurely kayak from both the Riri and Matevulu Blue Holes it is the ideal place to experience Santo. You can relax in the grounds of the resort, swim in the outdoor pool or enjoy a range of watersport activities. Snorkel the coral reef on one side of the property or laze in the calm waters of the bay on the other. Kayak across to Turtle Island or one of the Blue Holes. The tour desk can help organize a range of Santo activities or you may choose to rent one of the on-site cars to see the island yourself. Turtle Bay Lodge guests enjoy free continental breakfast and free WiFi. All fan-cooled rooms boast a patio with sea views. They feature a fridge, tea/coffee making facilities and an private bathroom. The Salty Dog Bar and Restaurant is open daily, serving cocktails and an extensive menu of local seafood, organic beef and vegetables and pizzas. Your free continental breakfast includes toast or cereals, fruit salad, lime juice and coffee. An airport shuttle service and access to guest laundry facilities are available for an additional charge. Turtle Bay Lodge now has its own PADI Dove Center Dove @ Turtle Bay Lodge providing PADI training and daily Scuba diving on the East Coast of Santo. With our Amazing untouched, uncrowded reef's.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free Wifi
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • 2 restaurants
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Breakfast Info

Continental

Free Private Parking Available On Site

Activities:

  • Fishing

  • Canoeing

  • Hiking

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Benjamin
United States United States
“Outstanding food. Very friendly and helpful staff. Comfortable room and bathroom. Beautiful location.”
Amanda
Australia Australia
“The location was perfect, being positioned in Turtle Bay and also close to many of the blue holes. The owners and staff made us feel very welcome from the very beginning and were all amazing during our stay. We stayed 9 nights and every meal was...”
Paulk
Australia Australia
“Great waterfront location with lovely views and various snorkeling and other water activities options. Friendly staff and very helpful, friendly and accommodating managers. Nice restaurant with great breakfast and other lunch & dinner meal options”
Walter
Australia Australia
“Very pleasant outlook from restaurant with good food and coctails.”
Gabriela
Australia Australia
“We really loved the place and the staff who were all showing an exceptional level of care. We felt welcomed from the first moment and throughout our stay, as the management tried their very best to make our time enjoyable. There are plenty of...”
David
New Zealand New Zealand
“Food was great, staff were friendly and the location was amazing. Being able to kayak to the blue holes right from the resort was amazing.”
Annaliese
Australia Australia
“Staff are lovely, good delicious and location unbeatable!”
Fiona
Australia Australia
“Great location sandwiched between stunning fringing coral reef and a lagoon ideal for SUP and kayaking. Restaurant had a delicious menu and staff were at all times friendly and helpful”
Ruth
Australia Australia
“Everything. The rooms, the views, the location, the staff, the food - all were amazing.”
Amy
Australia Australia
“Beautiful location & resort. Loved enjoying the deck & the lounge chairs around the place. Staff were so friendly & helpful. Such a relaxing atmosphere! Would definitely come back”

Area info

Restaurants

2 Restaurants On Site
Salty Dog Bar and Restaurant
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • High tea • Cocktail hour
  • Ambience
    Family-friendly • Modern • Romantic
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
Restaurant #2
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free

Resort facilities at Turtle Bay Lodge

Great facilities! Review score, 9.4

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free Wifi
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • 2 restaurants
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar

House rules

Turtle Bay Lodge takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 1 years
Crib upon request
Free
2 years old
Crib upon request
Free
Extra bed upon request
VUV 2,000 per child, per night
3+ years
Extra bed upon request
VUV 2,000 per person, per night

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No age restriction
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Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Transfers are available to and from Santo-Pekoa International Airport. These are charged at AUD $35 per room booking, each way. Please inform Turtle Bay Lodge in advance if you want to use this service, using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.

You can relax in the grounds of the resort, swim in the outdoor pool or enjoy a range of watersport activities. Snorkel the coral reef on one side of the property or laze in the calm waters of the bay on the other. Kayak across to Turtle Island or one of the Blue Holes. The tour desk can help organize a range of Santo activities or you may choose to rent one of the on-site cars to see the island yourself.

To change to Relax in the resort's lush grounds, swim in the outdoor pool, or indulge in various watersport activities. Snorkel on one side of the property or unwind in the calm waters of the bay on the other. Kayak to one of the Blue Holes, or book a dove with the on-site PADI dove center. The tour desk can assist in organizing a range of Santo activities, or you may choose to rent on-site quad bikes or road buggies to explore the island at your own pace.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Turtle Bay Lodge 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.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

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