Lagoon Gardens

3.5 star property

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Front of property
Sun deck
Property grounds
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Lagoon View | Living area

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services

Explore the area

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Teouma Road, Port Vila, Efate
  • Place, Erakor Lagoon
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, University of the South Pacific
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Independence Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Port Vila (VLI-Bauerfield)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Lagoon View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Lagoon view

Basic Bungalow, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Garden View

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(14 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Garden view

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About the area

Port Vila

When you stay at Lagoon Gardens in Port Vila, you'll be on the waterfront, within a 5-minute drive of University of the South Pacific and Independence Park. .This beach hotel is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from National Museum and 2.5 mi (4 km) from Port Vila Market.

What's nearby

  • Au Bon Marché Korman - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Erakor Lagoon - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • University of the South Pacific - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Independence Park - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Port Vila Market - 4 min drive - 3.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafe Vila - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Waterfall - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Jill's Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Banyan Beach Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Port Vila Burger Co. - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Lagoon Gardens

Beach fun in outdoor pool, near University of the South Pacific
Lagoon Gardens offers 5 accommodations with safes and hair dryers. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Beds feature premium bedding. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Make yourself at home in one of the 5 guestrooms featuring refrigerators. Rooms have private furnished balconies or patios. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and separate sitting areas, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, wedding services, and tour/ticket assistance. The shuttle (surcharge) will take you to the nearby beach or shopping center.
Take advantage of the hotel's room service (during limited hours). A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM.
Featured amenities include limo/town car service, a computer station, and express check-in. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.
A complimentary continental breakfast is served each morning between 8:00 AM and 9:30 AM.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping centre shuttle (surcharge)
  • Limo/town car service
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM

Things to do

  • Kayaking
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snorkelling

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a river
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 1 floor
  • 7 buildings
  • Built in 1985
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 11 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 16

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: AUD 50
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests must transfer via Shuttle to the property; guests must contact the property at least 24 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 11 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
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 16 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 16 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: AUD 18 per person (one way)
  • Late check-out fee: AUD 50 (subject to availability)
  • Air conditioning fee: AUD 6 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge

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
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
Children 16 years old and younger are not permitted at this property

Property is also known as

Chaumieres
Chaumieres Hotel
Vila Chaumieres
Vila Chaumieres Hotel
Vila Chaumieres Hotel Port Vila
Vila Chaumieres Port
Vila Chaumieres Vanuatu/Port Vila
Vila Chaumieres Port Vila
Vila Chaumieres
Lagoon Gardens Hotel
Lagoon Gardens Port Vila
Lagoon Gardens Hotel Port Vila

Lagoon Gardens Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 121 out of 220 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 65 out of 220 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 22 out of 220 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 220 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 220 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Karyl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It felt like I was walking through a fantasy maze when I arrived to be greated by Mary who checked me in.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Superb “price performer” with a total family-friendly atmosphere❗Everyone cared and smiled. Excellent Wi-Fi connection. All the ladies were helpful. The view of the lagoon from my breakfast table was soooo relaxing. The location is in a unique setting. Quiet and private. I never took the time to lock my room. With Morgan’s (owner & Vanuatu resident for 29 years) lead, all the ladies were helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Maik-Wilhelm

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
We stayed 11 days at The Lagoon Garden Resort, and while the property is a little dated and could use some TLC, it truly grew on us. At first, we were a bit taken aback as we expected something more modern and convenient, and even considered relocating. But after settling in and experiencing the warm hospitality, we’re really glad we stayed. The rooms are spacious and comfortable, and the view over the lagoon is beautiful — peaceful mornings and stunning sunsets. While the facilities are older and not luxurious, the genuine friendliness of the staff and owners more than made up for it. Melcom (a Kiwi) and Ani, the owners, were incredibly welcoming and helpful, always going out of their way to make our stay enjoyable. Their care and personal touch make this place feel like home away from home. If you’re looking for a high-end luxury resort, this might not be for you. But if you value authentic island hospitality, a relaxed atmosphere, and great value, this is an excellent choice. It’s a bit outside of Port Vila (30 -45 min walk), but local buses make it easy and cheap to get around. While this isn’t a luxury resort, it’s perfect for travellers looking for comfort, genuine hospitality, and great value. Plus, you can easily visit nearby luxury resorts for the day — most welcome outside guests if you buy food or drinks, so you can enjoy a touch of luxury without the high price tag.
Stayed 11 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Misbah

Liked: Staff & service
Decent option for the price range, friendly people. Good option for night or two
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

PETER

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The location of the Resort on the channel between No1 and No2 lagoons is just incredible. At the moment the Resort only has 6 rooms and is an Adult Only Resort and unfortunately it suffered some substantial damage from the Earthquake last year so the Owner is currently trying to build 3 more rooms along with carrying out repairs from the Quake but none of this impacted on our time there. From all my overseas travels over the last 40 years, this is the first time I have ever felt like a review was deserved. The view of the Lagoon from the Balconies of the 2 Lagoon View rooms is to die for and the sunsets across the water are spectacular
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Irene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfectly relaxing.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Fariba

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
We stayed for only one night. I found it overpriced in comparison to the condition of the accommodation & other resorts in top condition. Also on top they charged us 500 VAT extra just for the use of A/C remote. Bathroom was in a very poor condition, very old, the door would not open or close properly. Water running from the toilet cistern continuously. We could hear dogs barking throughout the night till around 3-4 am even though wearing ear plugs. Overall it was an ok place to stay for one night but definitely overpriced
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Like most places in Vanuatu, repair work is in progress as a result of the earthquake but this place is like visiting old friends. The management and staff are so engaging, supportive and obliging, Anika always has a smile and willingly helps with facts, recommendations, directions or ideas. Morgan is a born entertainer with some great tales to tell. Their local knowledge is wonderful and they can direct you to trusted people for special outings, shopping, sightseeing or transfers. The accommodation is not sophisticated but the rooms are a generous size, maintained, affordable and clean. The surrounding gardens are absolutely beautiful with so many exquisite tropical plants and birds calling and there is a resident cat and iguana to add to the mix. Breakfast is basic, fresh made daily, eaten overlooking the water, taking in the expansive views of the lagoon. Location is quite convenient with buses running past regularly, currency change and supermarket nearby.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Roseanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Host and staff were exceptional.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Manu

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were invaluable,
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Noah

Liked: Staff & service
Laundry service was great. Nice spacious rooms. Cute our door setting by the water front. Good sized bathroom.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Don Heli

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great value for money. Anick was great. She arranged personalised tours. A few things to note 1. Airport transfer free is 3000 Vatu not 18Aud as advertised. 2. No A/C in my room but I was okay with that because I was originally from Sri Lanka Very safe place and I got what I paid for
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sonsoles

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

Beautiful setting & amazing hosts

Lagoon Gardens is by far the best place to stay in Port Vila. The lush gardens right on the lagoon create a peaceful and unique atmosphere. Morgan, Yvette, and the entire team were incredibly kind and always happy to help, whether it was booking tours or assisting with anything else we needed. The facilities are excellent: there’s a fully equipped kitchen, an outdoor BBQ area, and free kayaks so you can explore the lagoon anytime you like. They also provide snorkeling gear, which you can take with you on your beach trips. We’d definitely come back without hesitation! It felt like home.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Laura

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property is really dated and basic and needs some maintenance and deep cleaning. It’s cheap though, so you get what you pay for. It‘s far from the city centre and there‘s literally nothing around. The hotel next door has a small restaurant, there‘s a chinese take away (inadvisable) and supermarket a 10 min walk down the street and that‘s it. TV has no program. Our room had missing window pieces and the mosquito nets on the outside were broken too, so had a lot of ants, flies and bugs inside the room - I highly recommend to bring repellant and/or a mosquito net for the bed (there wasn’t one in the room) for calm nights. There was also no remote for the AC, so you need to keep the windows open anyways. No shampoo and bodywash provided. The owners and their staff ladies were very friendly, welcoming and helpful. Breakfast consists of coffee/tea, toast, eggs and some fruits - nothing special but tasty and totally fine PLUS you‘re sitting just next to the lagoon in the morning, which was our highlight everyday. Would recommend it for a short stay but it‘s really too quiet, dated and basic for a longer holiday. We were happy to leave after 6 nights.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

joakim

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unreal hospitality! They went above and beyond to make us feel welcome and helped with any questions we had. They arranged all our tours at a great price. I can’t recommend this place enough.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

ROSEMARY

Perfect place. Picturesque and above all clean. I’ll stay again
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

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

Lovely stay

I had an amazing stay at the Lagoon Gardens. The owner and workers were very friendly and helpful and the grounds were beautiful. I was able to go kayaking on the lagoon and the location was perfect to walk to the market and into town.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Pradip

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Everything was very basic. the shower was terrible, not good flow of water. the privacy of bathroom was very much compromised. The mosquito net was just for a baby not for the whole bed. The air conditions unit was only for show. The room TV was not connected with arial antenna and the youtube was not connected. The breakfast was very basic. We suggest the owner was not seriously running the property. Therefore, we left it on 25th of July and expect some money to be refunded to us. The owner also agreed for refund if you allow them. Thank you. Regards, Pradip
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Glen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Beautiful garden and waterside location and really friendly staff. Some distance from town, accessible by bus (150vt/ person) but traffic can be slow. Large supermarket and fresh f&v market nearby at Korman. Facilities a bit basic , maybe still just recovering from earthquake damage in Dec.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Elena

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Tennille

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were quite disappointed with our experience. When we arrived, the towels provided were visibly dirty, which was not a great first impression. The hot water wasn’t working when we checked in, although they did attempt to fix it, to no avail. We also didn’t have the air-conditioning remote on our first night, which made the room uncomfortable. When we finally received it the next day, the air-conditioning still didn’t work properly. While staff were polite, the overall maintenance and attention to detail were lacking. With a bit more care and responsiveness, the experience could be much better for future guests.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet. Accessible transportation. Self content rooms. Kitchen. Owners of the property are very friendly. The view is magical. The green surrounding with the lagoon view is priceless.
Free Breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Makenzie

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel looks nothing like it’s advertised. It’s tired, untidy & limited services. Terms said they allowed changes (forfeiting one night stay - which is fair) but hotel refused refund remaining days of stay (moved to hotel next door). Expedia were not much better and did not meet the advertised terms but in the end gave us a small refund. Do not recommend as terms are not kept by either hotel or Expedia
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Qi

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025