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Turtle Bay, Espiritu Santo, Vanuatu
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 June 2013
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Queensland
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 June 2013 NEW

Really enjoyed our 3 night stay at Turtle Bay. It had a great feel to it and small enough to enjoy the company of other guests and the managers, Kath and Cam (who do a great job of managing and making guests feel a welcome part of the Turtle Bay family). The accommodation is fairly basic as expected (think 80's... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 April 2013 via mobile

Santo is a beautiful island, but the attractions are spread out. Turtle bay resort is smack bang in the middle of many of these, so from a location perspective, it's a great place to stay. The rooms are simple, but clean and comfortable, and electricity and hot water were surprisingly consistent given how far from town we were. Our room... More

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dubai
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 April 2013 via mobile

Kath and Cam, the new managers instantly create a welcome, friendly atmosphere so all guests instantly feel like family. Willy the chef, Delphine and the staff are lovely, the food is better than anywhere in santo, the coral reef out front is stunning and its an hour kayak to the blue hole. The pool needs a lick of paint and... More

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melbourne
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 February 2013

Turtle bay resort is in an amazing location, with a great spot to do snorkelling or kayaking. The staff there is really friendly and they have a really talented chef "rocky" he made us some really good dishes and as well was the only one to explain to us the different tour and things to do around this spot. Otherwise,... More

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Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 January 2013

Our family of four had a wonderful five nights stay at Turtle Bay resort. The snorkelling was spectacular, right out the front of our bungalow. The place has a great feel and you end up sharing dinner and conversations with all the guests - a real unique community spirit that is lacking in most places. Food was amazing - particularly... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 January 2013 via mobile

If you come to Santo Island I highly recommend you come to Turtle Bay , either for Rockys amazing meals , his fish is full of flavour and love , or for an inspiring chat with Harold or his extremely educated and empathetic daughter Layla , these two will change the world !! Can't wait to read Harold's book about... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 December 2012 via mobile

we stayed at Turtle Bay for three nights and came away with mixed feeling. the five or four stars ratings of other reviews are obviously based on the location and natural beauty of the surrounding setting. location wise Turtle Bay is just amazing, you have the most beautiful reef on your door step and the lagoon is just sensational. a... More

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Port-Vila, Efate, Vanuatu
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 November 2012

We spent a wonderful four days at Turtle Bay Lodge and left feeling relaxed and rejuvenated. The manager, Donna and her staff were fantastic - very friendly and helpful - and chef Rocky's meals a real treat. As an added bonus, by Vanuatu's standards, they have super-fast internet. The location is awesome and the outdoor dining area really makes the... More

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Napier, New Zealand
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 October 2012

We had a relaxing break, the views were amassing. Eating on the front deck on the beach outside was fantastic. Your chef Rocky, cooked every meal superbly- hang on to him! Loved the Ne-van (local) pulling up in his canoe with the coconut crabs to sell to the restaurant. But wished the pool was fracked so we could swim! And... More

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Sydney, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 October 2012

Lovely setting on a blue bay where you can swim, snorkel and also kayak to amazing blue holes, all right in front of your doorstep. Owner Matt and manager Donna are very welcoming and helpful, giving the place a very friendly vibe overall. The accomodation is comfortable with some rustic elements. The water view rooms are a great design with... More

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Additional Information about Turtle Bay Resort

Address: Turtle Bay, Espiritu Santo, Vanuatu
Region: Vanuatu > Espiritu Santo
Amenities:
Free Parking Kitchenette Pets Allowed Restaurant Swimming Pool
Hotel Style:
Ranked #3 of 8 B&Bs / Inns in Espiritu Santo
Price range (per night): $68 - $97
Hotel Class:2.5 star (2.5*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Turtle Bay Resort, Santo boasts 2 acres of gardens and 120 meters of waterfront. The resort grounds have been designed to provide plenty of secluded areas in which to lose yourself. All our rooms are waterfront, spacious and tastefully decorated with a luxurious island theme. We have an array of activities to suit every taste and fill every day with fun. How about canoeing to the neighboring island, cycling to the fabulous blue holes or snorkeling on the northern reef? ... more   less 
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Also Known As:
Turtle Bay Hotel Espiritu Santo
Turtle Bay Hotel
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