The Melanesian Port Vila
Corner of Rue Picarde
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Why people book this hotel
“Very helpful staff”
“Staff looked after our luggage before check in and after check out”
“Location, large spacious room”
“The Melanesian is a great option if you want to be close to town and don't mind …”
“Comfortable bed”
“Comfortable bed Nice balcony Friendly staff Breakfast buffet”
“Swimming pool”
“It has a quaint an authentic Italian restaurant "Casa Mia" and a poolside bar fo…”
“On-site restaurant open for breakfast, lunch and dinner”
“Beds very comfy, location is pretty much perfect and pools and staff were very n…”
“The pool was large, clean and well maintained”
Overview
Located just 5 minutes’ walk from Port Vila town centre, The Melanesian Port Vila features a choice of 2 restaurants with cultural entertainment by the poolside. Continental buffet breakfast is included. Guests have access to an outdoor swimming pool and 2 tennis courts with night lights. Free Wi-Fi is available. 24-hour reception is available. All rooms at The Melanesian Port Vila Hotel feature cable TV, in-house movies, refrigerator with minibar and coffee/tea making facilities. Each has an in-room safe, hairdryer and ironing facilities. Oasis Poolside Bar & Grill features cultural entertainment and a variety of tropical cocktails. Guests can try Vanuatu-Western fusion cuisine at Le Melanesian Restaurant. Bauerfield International Airport is a 10-minute drive away. It is a 10-minute drive to Pango Beach, which is famous for surfing.
Traveller reviews
Susan
couple
June 15, 2026
“Overall ok, probably the fact that it rained heavily for the 2 days we were there meant we spent more time in the room t”
Comfortable bed. Very helpful staff.
Christiene
couple
June 8, 2026
“Very comfortable 1 night stay at this hotel, close to Pot Vila centre.”
Location, large spacious room. On-site restaurant open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Excellent AC. Swimming pool. Staff looked after our luggage before check in and after check out.
Monika
extended_group
June 5, 2026
“Great staff good place”
The staff were fantastic. Super friendly.
Matthew
solo_traveller
May 5, 2026
“Good value for money, clean and friendly.”
The Melanesian is a great option if you want to be close to town and don't mind a short walk to the waterfront. It has a quaint an authentic Italian restaurant "Casa Mia" and a poolside bar for an afternoon sundowner. All of the staff I encountered were super friendly and accommodating.
miao
family_with_children
April 13, 2026
Bbq night
Gillian
family_with_children
April 8, 2026
Friendly staff, central location and great facilities.
Clemencia Sioneholo
family_with_children
March 29, 2026
Location is good and staff were friendly and helpful. There is also a supermarket roughly 5 to 10min walk nearby.
Raeleen
family_with_children
March 26, 2026
Friendly staff, awesome entertainment and food at the BBQ Dinner/Cultural Night. The Melanesian is located a short walk to downtown Port Vila.
Pamela
solo_traveller
March 15, 2026
Service and location were perfect.
James
solo_traveller
March 14, 2026
Comfortable bed Nice balcony Friendly staff Breakfast buffet.
Salome
couple
January 21, 2026
Conveniently located with a great restaurant downstairs
Raju
solo_traveller
January 19, 2026
“Was good apart from breakfast”
Need improvement i.e. needs more varieties on fruits and vegetables
Alfredo
family_with_children
January 19, 2026
“I would never stay at this place ever again.”
We liked the location, conveniently close to most of the necessities. Most of the staff were friendly enough, although I think that's more to do with the culture of the people as opposed, rather than the hotel itself. The pool was large, clean and well maintained.
Leanne
extended_group
January 19, 2026
“It was a wonderful experience.”
Breskfast was good. The fresh fruit was excellent. The staff in all areas were amazing. So friendly and helpful.
Agetha Bigie
extended_group
January 18, 2026
“service was good, however, unnecessary fees were included. The breakfast was plain.”
I love the room
sherree
family_with_children
January 12, 2026
Reception staff were lovely.
Sinclair
extended_group
January 9, 2026
Location, close to all restaurants (5-10min walk). Facilities are fine and staff are very friendly and honest.
Eric
family_with_children
January 6, 2026
Friendly Staffs and The Rooms
Devanshu
family_with_children
December 29, 2025
“Good but ended with bitter experience as issues were not handled properly and professionally.”
Pool is the best thing. Bar near the pool serves good drinks.
Callum
couple
December 29, 2025
“Great experience had no problems wish i stayed there for more days”
Beds very comfy, location is pretty much perfect and pools and staff were very nice as well as the breakfast buffet.
Facilities
Activities
Tennis court, Casino, Spa and wellness centre, Massage, Evening entertainment, Back massage, Neck massage, Foot massage, Couples massage, Head massage, Hand massage, Full body massage, Themed dinner nights, Happy hour, Live music/performance, Tennis equipment
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
Food & Drink
Breakfast options, Kid meals, Special diet menus (on request), Restaurant, Bar
Food & drink safety
Physical distancing in dining areas, Food can be delivered to guest accommodation, Delivered food is securely covered, All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
General
WiFi available in all areas, Non-smoking rooms, Family rooms, Non-smoking throughout, Air conditioning, Safety deposit box
Internet
WiFi, Internet services, Free WiFi
Outdoors
Garden, Terrace, Outdoor pool, Sun terrace, Outdoor pool (all year)
Parking
Parking, Free parking, Parking on site, Private parking, Accessible parking
Physical distancing
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, Pool bar, Shallow end, Swimming pool, Swimming Pool, Sun loungers or beach chairs
Safety & security
24-hour security, Key access, Key card access, CCTV in common areas, Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, First aid kit available, Access to health care professionals, Face masks for guests available
Services
Shuttle service, Ironing service, Airport shuttle, Babysitting/child services, Laundry, Barber/beauty shop, 24-hour front desk, Room service, Meeting/banquet facilities, Concierge service, Shuttle service (additional charge), Airport shuttle (additional charge), Daily housekeeping, Currency exchange, Car hire, Tour desk, Fax/photocopying, Luggage storage
Transport
Airport pick up, Airport drop off
1 Bedroom Bougainvillea Apartment
The unit has 2 beds.
1 Bedroom Hibiscus Apartment
The air conditioned apartment features free wifi, private bathroom with toiletries, shower & tub combination, desk, and balcony. The unit has hair dryer, coffee & tea maker, cable tv, safe box, phone, iron with ironing board, mini fridge. Extra blankets and housekeeping services are provided.
1 Bedroom Apartment
The unit offers 2 beds.
Superior Orchid Queen Room
Fully air-conditioned room with balcony boasting views of the pool and bar area. It has a refrigerator, minibar and in-room safe. There is also a TV with in-house movies and cable channels. Please note that children under 12 years of age cannot be accommodated in this room type.
Orchid Queen or Twin Room
Fully air-conditioned room with refrigerator, minibar, in-room safe, and TV with in-house movies and satellite TV.
Hibiscus Studio
Spacious open-plan room studio featuring a kitchen with stove, microwave, refrigerator, kitchen sink, toaster and kitchenware. Includes cable TV, a ceiling fan and a furnished balcony. Please note this room has no capacity for additional guests.
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