FAQ`s

QUESTIONS & ANSWERS

Frequently Asked Questions

Coral Quays Resort is located on the island of Espiritu Santo in Vanuatu. The resort can be found just outside Luganville, which is the main town on Espiritu Santo. It sits near the waterfront, offering easy access to the beautiful beaches and natural attractions of the area. If you’re travelling from Luganville, Coral Quays Resort is only a short drive away, making it a convenient base for exploring the island.

We are approx. 5km from Luganville which takes approx. 5 minutes travel time.  The airport is approx. 8km and takes approx. 10 minutes by car.

Yes, we can arrange airport transfers where you will be met by one of our friendly team.

Day visitors are welcome. You can purchase your day visitor voucher from reception between 8.30am - 4.30pm.   The cost is VT1500 adult and VT800 child (2-12yrs) and it is 50% REDEEMABLE on food, drinks.  Come spend the day by our pool or beach, borrow some of our snorkelling equipment or one of our kayaks

Visitors arriving on Australian and New Zealand passports, no. Most countries are visa exempt but do check that you have at least 6 months validity on your passport from your travel dates!

The easiest and most economical is to fly to Brisbane and catch a direct flight to Santo with Solomon Air.  Of course, for those coming via Port Vila Air Vanuatu has plentiful flights to and from Santo which online bookings are easy to make.  For those on a stricter budget or simply looking for a new experience ferry transfers are available to and from Port Vila.

Some doctors will say yes, but cases of malaria are rare. If you plan to travel to some of the remote islands it may be wise

There is one pharmacy in Luganville which stocks many items however will be more expensive because they must be imported. If you think you may need things like Panadol, Band-Aids, etc perhaps pack a First Aid kit.  Here at Coral Quays Resort we maintain a comprehensive First Aid kit with most of our team certified in First Aid practices.  Luganville has a public hospital and a private medical clinic for emergencies.

Yes! Yes!, and Yes! It’s highly recommended to take out travel insurance when visiting Vanuatu. Travel insurance can help protect you against unexpected events such as flight cancellations, lost luggage, medical emergencies, or natural disasters, which can be particularly important when travelling to remote island destinations. Having insurance provides peace of mind, knowing you’ll be covered if something goes wrong during your trip.

Yes, our guests have access to high-speed internet in all public areas and most rooms.  We are constantly increasing our reach, so all areas of the resort are covered.

You can easily buy a Digicel or Vodafone tourist SIM card in town. Both offer visitor packages with data, calls, and texts. Digicel has wide coverage across the island, and Vodafone provides competitive options, especially in urban areas.

Just bring your passport to purchase a SIM. Top-ups are available at shops and supermarkets.  These SIMs are convenient for staying connected during your trip.

Your phone can be activated for global roaming by your provider before you leave Australia - Vodafone in Australia have a $5 per day offer for roaming as does Telstra

In your room or on your balcony, absolutely, but Duty-free alcohol cannot be consumed in any of the public areas including the main beach areas or in the restaurant due to licensing restrictions

No, our power outlets are the same three-prong style (240v) as used in Australia and New Zealand.  If your devices use a different plug or voltage bring a suitable adaptor and or converter.

No. All our bungalows have hair dryers as well as tea and coffee making facilities, towels and toiletries

No need. Beach towels are available free of charge in rooms or at reception

We have snorkel gear available (complimentary – deposit required) but if you have your own, we suggest that you bring it in case we don’t have the correct size.

Yes, it’s a good idea to bring reef shoes when visiting Vanuatu. The beaches and lagoons often have coral, rocks, and sea urchins, so reef shoes help protect your feet while swimming, snorkelling, or just walking along the shoreline. They’re especially handy if you plan to explore less-developed spots or go on island tours. Pack a pair to make your trip safer and more comfortable.

Included in your room rate is our complimentary continental breakfast – cereal, toast, fruit, tea, coffee.  Cooked breakfast is available at ½ published menu prices for inhouse guests.

Our friendly team are happy to help recommend and organise your tours.  Most of our team have participated in the local tours and will be pleased to share experiences with you and provide advice.

Just let us know of any special dietary requirements and our Chefs will be happy to see if we can accommodate your needs.

There are safes in all rooms, along with larger safes in the admin offices.

We have wonderful, experienced babysitters available – the fee is paid directly to your babysitter, and the rate is 500vt an hour with a minimum booking time of three hours

Getting around Santo is very easy - you just hop a bus or hail a taxi. The buses have a “B” on the number plate, and you can just flag them down. It’s first on first off so you may take the scenic route to get where you are going but that’s all part of the Santo fun.   A taxi is identified by a “T” on the number plate, and you can flag them down. The driver will take you to your requested destination immediately, but it is always best to ask and agree to a price first.   Oh, and a bus here is usually a pickup truck where you jump in the back (open air) and ride with friendly locals.

We have a tropical climate, days are sunny with occasional warm tropical showers.  The hottest months are usually February and March and the coolest are July and August - just a light jacket in the winter of an evening and lots of swimmers all year round.  Expect daytime temperatures to range between 24°C and 31°C, with occasional rain showers, especially during the wet season from November to April.

There isn’t a ‘cyclone season’ as such – November to April is classed as Wet Season but still has plenty of very warm sunshine. Cyclones do come and go but they certainly don’t happen every year 

To hold and confirm a booking, a 50% deposit is required, upon check-in the room balance is payable.

Deposit payments are non-refundable if you cancel less than 14 days prior to arrival. If you cancel with at least 15 days' notice, your deposit is fully refundable.

Vanuatu local currency is vatu (VUV).  Money is easily exchanged at Pekoa – Santo Airport or in Luganville at Goodies or Western Union. Rates are more favourable when you exchange your money here rather than your home country and there are no exchange fees.  Our prices include VAT

Yes, we accept Mastercard and Visa, however there is a 4% surcharge when using cards to pay, this is what we are charged by the banks to process.  ATM’s are available in Luganville.

Yes, restaurant and bar purchases may be charged back to your room and must be settled by cash or card (a 4% surcharge applies) at checkout. Of course, you are welcome to pay as you go if you prefer.

Check-in is available from 2pm, but if your room is ready earlier, you're welcome to check in before then. Checkout is at 10am; however, if the room hasn't been booked by other guests, we can offer a complimentary late checkout.

We recommend packing lightweight and casual clothing suitable for warm weather, swimwear, reef shoes, sunscreen, a hat, sunglasses, insect repellent, and comfortable walking shoes for exploring the island.  A lightweight jacket or wrap will be enough for cooler days/nights.

Just drop us an email or contact us via our Contact Us page and we’ll be happy to reply with anything else you would like to know.

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