Does Island Magic Resort offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Island Magic Resort does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Island Magic Resort?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Island Magic Resort?

Yes, there's free self and extended parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Island Magic Resort?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

What is there to do at Island Magic Resort and nearby?

Have fun with onsite activities like snorkeling, volleyball, and cycling. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Island Magic Resort?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

Does Island Magic Resort have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?

Yes, a kitchen is available in every room, and also includes a coffee maker, a toaster, and cookware.

What's the area around Island Magic Resort like?

Island Magic Resort is located on the waterfront. Popular attractions include Mele Cascades, which is 5 minutes away by car.

Island Magic Resort, Mele: Hotel Reviews, Rooms & Prices

8/10 Very good

Jul 18, 2025

Absolutely amazing snorkelling straight off the wharf. We went in every day. Spacious apartments, easily fit a family of 4, and can ask for an extra bed for 5. Towels and sheets looking a bit tired and old.

Alex, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jun 26, 2025

Loved the spacious bungalow accommodation with lots of amenities. Located right next to reef with great snorkelling opportunities. Caroline & Damien were very welcoming & are willing to help with booking excursions. Only set back - lack of transport on the remote roads so bring some food & snacks. Bungalows have kitchen facilities & BBQs are available. Food in the on-site Birdies Kitchen & Bar was very good.

Peter and Leanne, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Oct 12, 2024

Everything! Food is fantastic, Caroline and Damian are super helpful and great to chat with over a drink. Great snorkelling off the jetty. Super quiet. Rooms are fantastic and have everything you need! Cant recommend Island Magic enough.

Michael, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

May 6, 2024

スタッフが親切で気分良く過ごせた。

Izumi, 5-night trip

8/10 Very good

Apr 19, 2024

A great stay

Apartments a big, well equipped and have everything you need. The location is nicely away from the town to be relaxing but not too far. Lots of nice things around there to do/eat/coffee.

Sam, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nov 22, 2022

The caretakers were superb. The staff were fantastic. Very friendly and helpful permanent residents. Great location and the the best is when all the guests getting together at dusk to feed the fish. We will love to go back

Mohan, 9-night trip

8/10 Very good

Oct 9, 2022

Bit out of town, snorkel reefs off the property

Vanuatu is just opening up for business, all the staff keen to make our stay comfortable especially helping out with transport. Its not really easy walking distance to much. The 2 bedroom bungalow was super spacious and comfy, bit worn out but good beachy, salt sprayed, wind blown vibe. Snorkeling off the jetty very good but water can get rough.

5-night trip

8/10 Very good

Jan 8, 2020

Beautiful bungalows and friendly staff. Had a great time

Rob, 10-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Dec 26, 2019

Jerry was fantastic. Catered for our gluten free requirements. Booked us tours. Very private and discrete. Room was quite big. Cooking facility was great. We enjoyed the environment. Great place to swim snorkel and stay.

6-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Oct 19, 2019

Populous location and could not have been more restful

8-night trip

4/10 Fair

Aug 13, 2019

No joy

Vanuatu is a poor country and sure, these bungalows are luxury, be it a bit run down. However, hospitality does not cost anything, and the way this place is run is unwelcoming and cheap. It has a negative and cold atmosphere. It did not spark joy.

7-night trip

6/10 Good

Jul 15, 2019

Very mixed feelings about this 'Resort'... Upon arrival, it was not what I expected based on photographs and the description on Expedia. Photos were very misleading and cleverly done to hide the fact that the resort is not on an accessible beachfront, the only way into the water is down a ladder off a jetty - as the waterfront is untraversable rocks. You have to walk 25-30 minutes up the road to get to an accessible/sand beach area. The swimming pool is very small compared to the size it appears to be in the photographs. We were not aware that the only dining option is the one small restaurant on the resort. The next closest restaurant is 30 min walk away. However, the evening meals we had there were always very nice and of good quality. The same can not be said for the 'complimentary' breakfast. It was nice to be away from Port Vila - by the water. It is quiet and peaceful. The downside of this placement means you have to arrange a bus or taxi every time you want to go on a trip or leave the resort. Management will do this for you, but it obviously costs every time - and we didn't find it cheap. The bungalow was spacious and well equipped if you wanted to cook for yourself - but a trip to get food meant a bus or taxi ride. Based on the facilities on this property I think the word 'resort' is a bit misleading. it is a collection of 16 or so bungalows, in pleasant gardens with one small restaurant and a small swimming pool.

8-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jun 23, 2019

Fantastic bungalows in a beautiful location. Suggest hiring a rental vehicle to get to and from.

5-night trip

8/10 Very good

Jun 18, 2019

Boutique self contained resort on reef waterfront

Comfortable and spacious self catering 2 bedroom bungalow on the water. All staff friendly and as it is a small resort everyone gets to know each other (staff and guests) Good snorkelling right out the front and great restaurant on site. No sandy beach if that’s what you want, but didn’t bother us. 400vt pp each way to town from resort

Robyn, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jun 17, 2019

Great spot to stay. Quiet area, great landing by the water where we had 5 o’clock drinks with other residents a few times. Well managed with plenty of help, quality meals at the restaurant, incredibly comfortable villas with large rooms, kitchen and balcony. Very friendly environment. 20 mins out of Port Vila. Thoroughly enjoyed our 7 day stay. Easy Bbus access from the villas to anywhere

7-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

May 20, 2019

Some of the facilities were a little tired, but all were scrupulously clean, and worked.The constant breeze kept temperatures balmy, but sometimes whipped up the sea to make snorkeling difficult.Once in the water there was never any current so it was very safe unless too close to the top of the reef. Feeding the many large fish was a delight for some of the guests. The staff were very friendly, and Gerry and hubby made sure every wish was made possible. Highly recommended. Transport was easy if a little expensive, although that is normal in Vanuatu.

5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

May 1, 2019

Wonderful owners and staff. The best snorkeling on the island. Amazing food. Spacious bungalows, our daughter had her own room and we did too.

Anthony, 7-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Mar 24, 2019

Awesome!

A fantastic and very laid back stay at Island Magic Resort. A wonderful reef outside with easy access from the resort. Great restaurant with awesome food. Gerry and John are doing a great job managing the Island Magic, very friendly and helpful.

Anders, 12-night trip

8/10 Very good

Jan 30, 2019

Nice place. Little out of town but you can get buses quite easily. The jetty was awesome for snorkeling coral and fish were very plentiful and majic.

9-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jan 25, 2019

Excellent small resort away from Port Vila in shaded tropical setting with a healthy coral seascape at the bottom of the garden. Excellent restaurant run by the wonderful resort manager Gerry who ensures the stay is magical. We will return.

John, 14-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Sep 18, 2018

Sweet spot

Real nice away from the town but the bus drivers take the piss a bit.

Pat, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Aug 20, 2018

Wonderful location for family Vanuatu stay PERFECT

Island Magic was a brilliant - highly recommend it for a family holiday. Our 2 bedroom beachfront bungalow was extremely spacious and had everything we needed. The deck on the beachfront bungalow had the most beautiful views - so easy to sit back, relax and enjoy! The gardens were lovely and made sure all the bungalows were private. The location of the resort was great - Mele is out of the hustle of Vila and close enough to travel in if supplies needed. Our continental breakfast each day was very generous - lovely fresh local fruits, cereal, yoghurt, toast. The onsite restaurant was very nice quality food. Our kids loved the volleyball court. The snorkelling off the jetty was absolutely amazing. Unfortunately it is a bit exposed, so it isn't great if it is too windy, but when conditions are right, we don't think you could find a better spot. The coral is fantastic as were the huge variety and number of fish. It was paradise underwater - we have snorkelled the Great Barrier Reef a few times, but right off the jetty at Island Magic wins hands down! The hotel manager, Gerry and her staff, were very helpful and made sure our stay was a very lovely family experience. Tina at breakfast was very thoughtful and polite and Joe, who kept the gardens looking beautiful, was great fun and helpful. We can't rate this place high enough - we don't usually return to the same place for holidays, but may have to rethink that approach after visiting Island Magic.

Holly, 7-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jul 23, 2018

Excellent value

Island magic resort is in a great location, close to lots of attractions but is very quiet and peaceful. The bungalows are spacious, private and well maintained. We enjoyed exploring the reef out the front of the property - lots of beautiful fish and healthy coral. Often, it was just our family exploring the reef. Gerry and her staff were very accommodating and arranged many activities for our family making the holiday super easy and stress free. Island magic resort is excellent value for money - it deserves the excellent reviews it consistently achieves.

Emma, 8-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jul 14, 2018

Wonderful week in paradise

Really enjoyed our week here, definitely the best resort on the island. Comfortable while authentic and unpretentious. Super friendly, helpful staff. Loved snorkeling off the jetty and feeding the fish, wish we could have stayed longer.

Ann, 6-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Feb 22, 2018

Nice Bungalow close to ocean

Lovely location Staff could not be more friendly. Gerry the manager goes out of her way to make you feel welcome nothing is too much of a bother. Restaurant food was to die for. Bungalow was excellent and having a kitchen saved money. Will go again very relaxing. The only negative was no A/C in bedroom.

Lyn, 14-night trip

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