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Vanivola Hotel

Property class: 3.5

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A wooden deck with two wicker chairs and a small table, overlooking the ocean at sunset. - Vanivola Hotel (Nosy Boraha)
A bar area with a counter, stools, shelves with bottles, and a sculpture. - Vanivola Hotel (Nosy Boraha)
A hotel room with a bed, red curtains, a view of the beach, and a tropical garden. - Vanivola Hotel (Nosy Boraha)
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Consider a stay at Vanivola Hotel and take advantage of a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and a garden. Treat yourself to a massage at the onsite spa. The on-site local and international cuisine restaurant, Note Retro, offers lunch, dinner, and ocean views. Free WiFi in public areas is available to all guests, along with laundry facilities and a bar.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available

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A neatly made bed with rose petals arranged in a heart shape, a brown towel with a yellow logo, and two bedside lamps on wooden nightstands.

Bungalow

10.0 out of 10
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(1 review)
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A neatly made bed with rose petals arranged in a heart shape, a brown towel with a yellow logo, and two bedside lamps on wooden nightstands.

BUNGALOW JUMEAU

  • Sea view
  • 40 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 3 King Beds and 2 Twin Beds

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A neatly made bed with rose petals arranged in a heart shape, a brown towel with a yellow logo, and two bedside lamps on wooden nightstands.

Family Bungalow

  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Bed

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A neatly made bed with rose petals arranged in a heart shape, a brown towel with a yellow logo, and two bedside lamps on wooden nightstands.

Comfort Quadruple Room, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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A neatly made bed with rose petals arranged in a heart shape, a brown towel with a yellow logo, and two bedside lamps on wooden nightstands.

Family Room

  • Sea view
  • 75 sq m
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Twin Beds and 3 Double Beds

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A neatly made bed with rose petals arranged in a heart shape, a brown towel with a yellow logo, and two bedside lamps on wooden nightstands.

Double Room, Park View

  • Park view
  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A room with a bed, a wooden table, and a wall with artwork.

Bungalow, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Nosy Boraha, Vanivola Hotel is by the ocean. Ile Sainte-Marie Pirates Cemetery is a local landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Ste Marie Beach and Ile Aux Forbans. Take an opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as snorkeling. Visit our Nosy Boraha travel guide
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What's nearby

  • Ile Sainte-Marie Pirates Cemetery
    11 min drive - 2.2 miles

Getting around

  • Sainte Marie (SMS)
    10 min drive

Restaurants

  • Chez Claudine
    5 min drive
  • Le Corail Bleu
    3 min drive
  • La Paillotte
    4 min drive
  • Gargotte Chat Tricolore
    6 min drive
  • Restaurant Princesse BORA
    8 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: EUR 5 for adults and EUR 2.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Note Retro

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Massage
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 floor
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Fan
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 10 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 1.20 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately EUR 5 for adults and EUR 2.5 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 3.40 per person

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Frequently asked questions

Does Vanivola Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Vanivola Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Vanivola Hotel?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 10 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Vanivola Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Does Vanivola Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of EUR 3.40 per person applies.

Where is Vanivola Hotel located?

Situated by the ocean, this spa hotel is 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from Ile Sainte-Marie Pirates Cemetery and 1.8 mi (3 km) from Ile Aux Forbans. Ste Marie Beach and L'ile aux nattes are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Vanivola Hotel Reviews

7.8

Good

8.2

Cleanliness

6.8

Amenities

8.8

Staff & service

7.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 22 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fairly nice place to stay that’s close to the airport.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
On the last night the staff came into my room as I was sleeping and stole my phone and some money! DO NOT STAY HERE. Also on our second day they made us pay an extra $17usd per night. This place was very empty, now I see why. They rob their guests.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastic & Cosy

Fantastic & Cosy, Greta Service
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No breakfast included contrary to what Expedia has stated, this information is false.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel Vanivola was a wonderful place to spend a week on Isle Sainte Marie. Luca and her staff were so welcoming, friendly, and attentive. (For example, I asked about where to find fresh mangoes and "voila" they appeared in my morning salad!) The staff do everything they can to make one's stay comfortable and secure.The location is great--near restaurants and not too far to walk into town.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Best guest I've ever experienced!

All I can say is WOW! From the moment we stepped of the plane until we were dropped of at the ferry terminal we were treated like royalty. The staff are so friendly and attentive. Since my wife and only speak english, we a little hesitant about staying at such a remote destination like Isle Sainte Marie, but Luca made it one or favorite vacations ever. She was more than happy to act as our interpreter and assist with booking excursions for us thru the entire stay and even arranged return travel back to Antananarivo which is quite an involved journey if you are not flying. If you are considering where to stay on Isle Sainte Marie, your search is over book the Vanivola now. The attached photo was taken from the hotel patio where we ate most of meals during our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Menu frais et variés
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Chambre nettoyé tous les jours. Personnels gentils. Beau cadre avec la piscine face mer. Manque une salle de sport
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Petit déjeuner original… piscine satisfaisante
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bien situé, personnels tres aimables, bons menus, calme et propreté.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Hyggeligt hotel med søde medarbejdere. Lavt vandtryk og ikke altid varmt vand. Sparsommelig morgenmad. Kaffe/tea, omelet/spejlæg, baguette ( en dag var det dog foruden da de var løbet tør ) marmelade ig ind imellem også juice. Suveræn beliggenhed. Dog lidt trafiklarm fra eneste hovedvej på øen. Anden gang vi besøgte det, så helt galt er det jo ikke
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service

pas satisfaite

le service laisse à désirer. restauration pas de choix: pas de carte ni pour le petit dejeuner ni pour les repas même menu pour le déjeuner et le diner. S'il arrive qu'il pleut et que vous êtes oblifés de manger à l'hôtel alors que le memu c'est le même pour midi et le soir
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Très argréable séjour

Période hors saison. Tranquillité assurée. Personnel sympatique toujours disponible. Très bonne restauration à prix raisonnable qui peut s'adapter aux désirs des clients. Bungalow spacieux, lits confortables. (Petit manque : lampes de chevets) Situation exceptionnelle face à la mer.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Bon rapport qualité prix. Personnel accueuillant et serviable
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

The staff really made this a special place to stay

I really enjoyed my stay at Vanivola hotel. The hotel was very nice, but it was Luca and her staff that really made it a memorable experince. Luca treated me like family and helped me with local recommendations as well as booking local transportation. I had an issue with the ferry to the mainland and Luca was there to assist me right away. I cannot recommend her and this hotel enough. A 5 star experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Un personnel, souriant, attentif, à l'écoute. Une très bonne cuisine. Un superbe cadre. Une salle d'eau peut-être un peu vieillotte, mais très propre et fonctionnelle
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hotel with amazing views. Couple of minor issues with water being turned off but otherwise a greatbstay with very accommodating staff. Only 10 mins drive from town and airport. Would recommend
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Superbe vue sur les baleines qui sautent!

Hôtel très sympas. Personnel vraiment au top. Toutes les demandes étaient prises en compte. Johan nickel, même pour nous organiser des transports. Les filles en salle et au bar d’une gentillesse extrême et le chef avait un bon humour! Bien mangé. Tout est comme l’ile de sainte Marie. On vit en fonction de la pêche, de la météo...etc. Super séjour.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019