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Retreat Seaside

3.0 star property
Hotel in Port Vila with a coffee shop and an outdoor pool

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Standard Studio Suite, 1 Bedroom, Pool View, Ground Floor | Terrace/patio
Standard Studio Suite, 1 Bedroom, Pool View, Ground Floor | Bathroom | Rainfall showerhead, free toiletries, towels
Shared kitchen
Fireplace
Sports bar
Retreat Seaside offers a peaceful oceanfront escape with a poolside bar and coffee shop. Relax at the outdoor pool, garden, or cozy bar. Practical amenities include WiFi in public areas, laundry facilities, and luggage storage.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Parking included

Room options

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Standard Studio Suite, 1 Bedroom, Pool View, Ground Floor | Premium bedding, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Standard Studio Suite, 1 Bedroom, Pool View, Ground Floor

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Economy Room, Multiple Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom | Premium bedding, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Economy Room, Multiple Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Soundproofed
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Rainfall showerhead
Microwave
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 8 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Queen Room Shared Facilities | Premium bedding, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Queen Room Shared Facilities

Highlights

Soundproofed
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
2 bathrooms
Rainfall showerhead
Microwave
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 30 sq m
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
Captain Cook Avenue, Port Vila

What's nearby

  • Parliament House - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Independence Park - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Port Vila Market - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • University of the South Pacific - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Iririki Island - 2 min drive - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Port Vila (VLI-Bauerfield) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lalala Restaurant - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Stone Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Stage Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Banyan Beach Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Kucina Filipino - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Retreat Seaside

Property highlights
Consider a stay at Retreat Seaside and take advantage of a poolside bar, a coffee shop/cafe, and a garden. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities such as laundry facilities and a bar.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Babysitting (surcharge), luggage storage, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Smoke-free premises
Room features
All guestrooms at Retreat Seaside have comforts such as premium bedding, in addition to amenities like sound-insulated walls.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Rainfall showers and free toiletries
  • Communal kitchens, ceiling fans, and daily housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:30 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [The Bar]
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
If you are planning to arrive after 7 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Retreat Seaside Resort Port Vila
Retreat Seaside Port Vila
Retreat Seaside Resort Vanuatu/Port Vila
Retreat Seaside Hotel Port Vila
Retreat Seaside Hotel
Retreat Seaside Resort
Retreat Seaside Hotel
Retreat Seaside Port Vila
Retreat Seaside Hotel Port Vila

Frequently asked questions

Does Retreat Seaside have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Retreat Seaside pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Retreat Seaside?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Retreat Seaside?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:30 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Retreat Seaside?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Retreat Seaside located?

Situated in Port Vila, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Erakor Lagoon, Independence Park, and Parliament House. National Museum and Port Vila Market are also within 15 minutes.

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Retreat Seaside Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nivetha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
In an area full of locals and super close to the market and the shops and the beautiful water as well so couldn't be a more convenient spot to stay in Port Vila :)
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dario

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

Recommendable

We had a really good time at Retreat Seaside. The bar has a nice view and is a great place to socialize. The staff is very friendly and Chris the manager is a great guy. Good value for money.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Alfred

Liked: Cleanliness
Was good nice view 👌
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very efficient and polite, very convenient that a bar and diner were all within 10 steps of our room
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Brendon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good clean property and comfortable pleasant place to stay. Recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Obaid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Retreat seaside is a cute place to stay. I stayed for few days. It was awesome. The guy who runs this place his name is Dan, very friendly guy. And the rest of the staff are kind and nice as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Dagmar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My 3rd stay at Retreat Seaside and staff,food and atmosphere continue to make you come back Overlooking the lagoon with a lovely pool the aussie owners Andrew and Dan with their staff are always friendly and onsite to make sure you enjoy your stay They have a number of room options depending on your budget and in my opinion the best pizza’s in Vila The hamburgers and chicken schnitzel are also fresh and mouth watering Happy hour from Tuesday to Sunday 3-6 and it is a sports bar with all the latest sport on 3 screens , darts and axe throwing competitions and a lively fun mixed crowd in most nights Highly recommended
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brendon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great option to stay at good rates. Quiet when no major sport events are on, and pleasant owners and staff. No complaints.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2023

4/10 Poor

Chee

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice accommodation compared to what you pay. It was clean, good restaurant/bar area and nice owners. I've returned a few times while I was traveling around Vanuatu.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019

6/10 Okay

MICHAEL JAE

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness

It was a well maintained but the room was too dark

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

4/10 Poor

Unicorn, HK

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The breakfast is not well prepared, those bread are wet. Those facilities are broken. Kettle can not be opened. The toaster doesn’t work. The fan in some of the rooms don’t work, etc. The twin room is without window.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Madlen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great Hotel! Great time there! The team is amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Kristin, Australia

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

Friendly place for solo travellers

The family who own it and the staff are really friendly and welcoming. The bar and dining area is really nice and it was really easy to get chatting to people (there seemed to be mostly solo travellers when I was there). There is a pool with sun beds and a great view over the lagoon. The food is good and the WiFi works!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Nice place. Not fancy but comfy.

The owners are very hospital and nice. The place has everything you need and the location is fairly conveniently. I’d stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2017

6/10 Okay

Yoshi, Sydney

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

Good Hotel

I have been to Vanuatu for the first time.　This hotel is so good view . I don't say tｈｉｓ　hotel is comfortable.(Sorry) But the staff were so kindness! They helped me many times! I recommend here to all friend. I had a very good time here ! Thank you!!

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

Not the best experience

Seaside resort Unfortunately not the best experience. Place was quite over priced for what it is. Upon booking it is said a continental breakfast is included however please note this is cornflakes and milk and bread. (A toaster is provided to toast your bread if you prefer) I would suggest if you decided to stay here to ensure all valuables and money is locked away or with you when you are out of your room. On a good note the owners are extremely friendly and accomodating. Food is same priced as all other resorts and restaurants. Food is very nice

8/10 Good

Celine-Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Interesting propriety on lagoon side.

Interesting propriety on the lagoon side of Port Vila. Still under construction, although no work (= no noise) while I was staying there. Very clean except maybe the swimming pool (I don't swim in pools if water's so cloudy I don't see walls or bottom). Good food. Nice friendly family-owned place. 15 minutes walk over the hill to get to downtown Port Vila or minibus. I liked the fact that the walk allowed me to see how and where people live.

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