We stayed in a bamboo cottage, which had an OK sized room, double bed and attached bathroom. The kids chose to stay here for the cute looking bamboo huts and the name (they like geckos). Although we also stayed at the Wild Orchid (which is definitely more comfortable) we all preferred the layout and feel of the Emerald Gecko. The... More

I highly recommend this wonderful eco friendly resort !! I spend a extraordinary time there. I've seen the other resorts and this one is from far the best !!

I have never before felt the need to write a review but Emerald Gecko was superb, Jai, who was new to the Gecko, could not do more and really did everything to help, she let us ring home on her own mobile when the island was on high alert for a sunami, another evening I fainted at the Wild Orchid... More

we had a very funky little hut with sea views and would recommend this simply styled resort to anyone who likes lying around in a hammock and eating very fresh seafood in the inexpensive restaurant.We stayed a week and had a great time there but it is very simple nothing luxurious but not dirty or dull.Lying upstairs at night listening... More

Me and my friend went to this place after reading the Lonely Planet review but it was a mistake. The place is not just simply and spartan, it is sloppy and neglected. We visited other places close to it and they are sure better than this. Moreover the staff is stroppy expect a rare exception. We traveld in India since... More

My husband and I stayed at Emerald Gecko for three nights in December 2011 on our budget honeymoon, and we loved it. We loved that it was right on the beach, the stripped-down but classy rooms, the service and food. My only minor gripe was that the food (and this was the case all over Havelock) was entirely European; we'd... More

Another Lonely Planet flop. The mid-range priced rooms look great from the outside, but walk in and you'll be shocked by the wasted space. The first floor level could use a toilet, or couple of chairs, maybe a little table, perhaps a couch, or a cupboard for storing your luggage. Sadly, this fairly large space has none of the above.... More

I grew to love this place, even though I was a little disappointed at first. It seems to be one of the better places to stay, on a low/medium budget with a good mix of young/old/families/international travellers. The huts are very simple and charming, but not the best value on the island. The green huts at the back are near... More

We stayed at Emerald Gecko as part of our honeymoon for 5 nights. The resort is cool, right on the beach in the jungle with helpful staff. We had a two storey lodge which was fun. Downstairs feels like a bit of a waste and could do with something and the outdoor shower was quite cool (hot water is available... More