Turtle Bay Lodge
PO Box 325, Luganville
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Why people book this hotel
“Love the location, the feel, the food the staff”
“The staff, location and relaxed vibe”
“Quiet, staff from Mick and Vicky down were amazing”
“We had the most amazing time at Turtle Bay Lodge, the staff are so kind and cons…”
“Very clean and quiet”
“there arent many rooms so it doesnt feel crowded ever”
“Everything was spotlessly clean and the food/drinks were amazing”
“Rooms are clean and confortable and although our room did not have air-condition…”
“When you have to leave early in the morning they arrange breakfast the night bef…”
“Breakfast was wonderful”
“Lovely location by great sheltered sea swimming area”
“Enjoyed the pool as the temperature was nice, actually a bit refreshing, not too…”
Overview
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. Situated 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 organise 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 en suite 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 Dive Centre Dive @ Turtle Bay Lodge providing PADI training and daily diveing on the East Coast of Santo. With Amazing untouched, uncrowded reef's.
Traveller reviews
Mary
couple
May 31, 2026
“An exceptionally beautiful place to stay, eat, drink and play.”
The glamping tents are a piece of paradise. Absolute waterfront, private and luxurious. We hired a buggy for adventuring around the island and found Turtle Bay to be perfectly positioned between town and the stunning, must-see destinations on the island.
Heather
couple
May 31, 2026
“Idealistic, tranquil unwind in an island paradise.”
Love the location, the feel, the food the staff .
kevin
couple
May 30, 2026
Was here for two days at the end of May 2026, my goodness... The sunrise in the morning was opposite the front door and across a small grassy area, was out of a movie scene... Incredible. Quiet, staff from Mick and Vicky down were amazing. Super friendly and helpful. Honestly, have travelled to a great many countries, Vanuatu on the whole was superb, but Espiritu Santo and TBL was right up there. The food was always excellent, the service with a smile and wished we had stayed longer but we will be back. You will NOT regret choosing this place. Hi from St Kitts ;)
Madison
family_with_children
May 27, 2026
“A beautiful, relaxing stay!”
We had the most amazing time at Turtle Bay Lodge, the staff are so kind and considerate and went out of their way to make our time enjoyable with a busy toddler. Everything was spotlessly clean and the food/drinks were amazing! We couldn't fault our stay and will hopefully be back in the future! Thank you so much for our relaxing stay :)
Di Grazia
solo_traveller
April 30, 2026
The lodge is very well located, it was great to visit the blue holes kayaking from the hotel
Nick
solo_traveller
April 25, 2026
“We stayed 3 nights and enjoyed the whole place, accommodation, food, friendly service and quiet atmosphere. Highly recom”
We’ll set out and located. A bit of a trip from Luganville but that adds to the charm
Juliana
family_with_children
April 14, 2026
“Piece of paradise”
Exceptional place to stay and relax. Rooms are clean and confortable and although our room did not have air-conditioning, we used the fans and were fine at night. Unless you have a car you'll be limited to taking taxis and tours which can add up but totally doable. Good snorkelling in the lagon and ocean. Hotel provides all you need for your water fun. Enjoy the slow pace people in Vanuatu have and relearn to unwind.
Sandra
couple
April 8, 2026
“Our stay was perfect, everything was made easy by the lovely staff. Tours, taxis, access to paddle boards, kayaks and sn”
The staff, location and relaxed vibe.
Estate
extended_group
March 29, 2026
“Exceptional, the staffs were very helpful & super friendly. The food was absolutely delicious.”
Very clean and quiet. The location is perfect for us, as it is located in the midst of all the hotspots in Luganville.
Emma
family_with_children
March 16, 2026
“Absolutely amazing. Had the most relaxing time. Will definately go back”
Location is amazing and all the staff were fantastic. Beautiful spot for relaxing and taking it all in
Tracy
family_with_children
March 3, 2026
“Great stay in a good location with fantastic staff!”
Great location and a very friendly atmosphere. The staff were very helpful and the restaurant offered a good variety of food options.
Tannah
family_with_children
February 19, 2026
“Amazing Location. Great Service”
Location was excellent. Total beachfront. All meals at the restaurant were amazing. We hired kayaks and ATV from resort. Loved every minute. Will definitely go back to stay.
Joshua
couple
January 19, 2026
“We stayed at Turtle Bay Lodge on Santo Island, Vanuatu for three nights and had a wonderful experience. The staff were a”
Chiara
family_with_children
January 15, 2026
“A Pearl in the Pacific, Exceptional food, Beautiful rooms and all the Landscape was so special !”
the location is a paradise, we spent 6 nights there and it was home for us, family!
kerry
family_with_children
January 13, 2026
“Great location to stay and explore Santo island from. Helpful staff who were able to assist with tour / hire car boo”
Lovely location by great sheltered sea swimming area. Use of kayaks and paddle boards in lagoon area. Smallish so not a big resort which was good. Responsive managers and staff did their best to make us welcome.
Rebecca
couple
January 8, 2026
“Beautiful peaceful setting!”
The location and setting are stunning, the photos actually don't do it justice. There are lots of communal seating areas/ swing/ hammocks overlooking the water (and the turtles!) which is very peaceful. there arent many rooms so it doesnt feel crowded ever. The marque tents are very well equipped and thoughtfully designed. There are paddleboards, kayaks, snorkels etc to borrow which is great and very easy. They occasionally put on bands and entertainment at the restaurant. When you have to leave early in the morning they arrange breakfast the night before so you don't miss out.
Nicoleta
solo_traveller
January 5, 2026
“Good location but not super private if paying for standard room”
Location mostly and outdoor facilities ( dinning area and lounges)
Ami
family_with_children
December 31, 2025
“Wonderful stay in Turtle Bay, picturesque, great facilities and lounging options.”
Breakfast was wonderful. Meals were great, very western however, some more local style dishes or flavours would've been great. We were there for the Xmas buffet which did have some local dishes which was good. Very expensive however. Setting is amazing. Some of the best snorkelling I've done was off the ocean side of the property. Wavey though so an added challenge! We hired the kayaks to go to the blue hole. This is not a small thing. We are fit and strong and it challenged us, we were sore, blistered, bruised spines from the backrest, sunburned legs (despite slathering on the suncream). Took us about 3 hours return. The room was great, appreciated the kettle and tea and coffee. Enjoyed the pool as the temperature was nice, actually a bit refreshing, not too warm.
Karolina
couple
December 25, 2025
“A few days in paradise”
We appreciated the quiet, remote location of the accomodation, it was just what we needed. You can snorkel along a colourful reef, kayak along the bay (or to a blue hole) or book a dive to explore one of the newest dive sites in the world. The staff is also happy to help you book a driver or a tour, so it surely doesn’t get boring. The restaurant is great and I can highly recommend getting the whole fish! Everyone at the resort is super friendly and happy to help where they can. We had an awesome time there and will surely come back!
Pollyanna
couple
November 20, 2025
“Relaxed tropical bliss.”
Beautiful setting. Stunning vistas. Gorgeous relaxed decor. Staff were all delightful.
Facilities
Activities
Fishing, Massage, Canoeing, Hiking, Diving, Horse riding, Snorkelling, Indoor pool, Indoor pool (all year), Water sport facilities on site, Back massage, Neck massage, Full body massage, Tour or class about local culture, Live music/performance
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
Entertainment and family services
Board games/puzzles
Food & Drink
Kid meals, Wine/champagne, Coffee house on site, Special diet menus (on request), Breakfast options, Snack bar, Restaurant, Bar
Food & drink safety
Physical distancing in dining areas, Breakfast takeaway containers, All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
General
Bicycle parking, Non-smoking rooms, Family rooms
Internet
Internet services, Free WiFi, WiFi
Outdoors
Sun terrace, Garden, Terrace, Outdoor furniture, Picnic area
Parking
Street parking, Accessible parking, Free parking, Parking on site, Private parking, Parking
Physical distancing
Contactless check-in/check-out, Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed, Screens or physical barriers placed between staff and guests in appropriate areas
Pool and wellness
Pool/beach towels, Shallow end, Sun loungers or beach chairs, Kids' pool, Swimming pool, Swimming Pool
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety & security
CCTV in common areas, CCTV outside property, Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, Process in place to check health of guests, First aid kit available, Access to health care professionals, Thermometers for guests provided by property, Face masks for guests available
Self check-in
Passport/ID information collected online before you arrive, Check-in kiosk in the lobby
Services
Shuttle service, Luggage storage, Airport shuttle (additional charge), Daily housekeeping, Shuttle service (additional charge), Currency exchange, Packed lunches, Car hire, Tour desk, Fax/photocopying, Meeting/banquet facilities, Airport shuttle, Babysitting/child services, Laundry
Transport
Airport pick up, Airport drop off
Deluxe Family Room
The spacious family room provides a private entrance, a tea and coffee maker, a terrace with sea views as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower. The unit offers 2 beds.
Family Room
The Pool-side family room has been recently renovated and features 2 rooms , one with a queen bed and the other with a bunk bed and day bed. Both rooms are fan cooled with the master bedroom also being air-conditioned. The room is situated next to the pool with it’s own large verandah with chairs and sunloungers with views onto the ocean.
Deluxe Double Room with Balcony and Sea View
These Adults only unique rooms are private and located at the waterfront. With sliding french doors, a large verandah looking onto the beautiful water of Turtle Bay and a four-poster bed, these rooms offer luxury accommodation. They are also equipped with air-conditioning, WiFi , tea/coffee making facilities, a fridge and a large private bathroom and separate shower room. Due the design of these rooms and guest comfort. Booking are for a max of two adults in our Deluxe Double rooms, no extra beds can be added
Double Room - Oceanfront
The Ocean View room offers beautiful views of the Pacific Ocean from your private verandah. Your room includes a queen size bed, thirs person can be added with the single/Day bed, en suite bathroom, coffee and tea making facilities, ceiling fans and a bar fridge.
Superior King Room
This double room features a pool with a view. The spacious double room features air conditioning, a private entrance, a terrace with sea views as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower. The unit has 1 bed.
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