Papaya Villa B&B

3.5 star property
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

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Outdoor pool
Exterior
Double Room, Private Bathroom (Hibiscus Room) | Terrace/patio
Front of property
Double Room, Private Bathroom (Hibiscus Room) | Terrace/patio

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • On private beach
    On private beach
  • Breakfast included
    Breakfast included
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Parking included
    Parking included
  • Laundry
    Laundry
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Eton Reef, Eton, Efate
  • Blue Lagoon
    5 min drive
  • Iririki Island
    31 min drive
  • Port Vila Market
    31 min drive
  • Port Vila (VLI-Bauerfield)
    45 min drive

Room options

Double Room, Private Bathroom (Hibiscus Room)

  • 120 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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About the area

Eton

With a stay at Papaya Villa B&B in Eton, you'll be 3 mi (4.8 km) from Blue Lagoon and 18.5 mi (29.8 km) from Port Vila Market. .This beach bed & breakfast is 8.1 mi (13 km) from Eden on the River and 16.7 mi (26.8 km) from Erakor Lagoon.

What's nearby

  • Blue Lagoon - 5 min drive - 4.8 km
  • University of the South Pacific - 28 min drive - 27.4 km
  • Iririki Island - 31 min drive - 29.7 km
  • Port Vila Market - 31 min drive - 29.8 km
  • Pango Point - 39 min drive - 35.2 km

Getting around

  • Port Vila (VLI-Bauerfield) - 45 min drive

About this property

Papaya Villa B&B

Waterfront bed & breakfast with an outdoor pool
Guest accommodations at Papaya Villa B&B offer coffee/tea makers and ceiling fans. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is offered once per stay and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.
Recreational amenities at the bed & breakfast include a private beach and 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 individually decorated guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms with showers are provided. Conveniences include separate sitting areas and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided once per stay.
Relax on the private beach or enjoy other recreational amenities such as an outdoor pool. This bed & breakfast also features complimentary wireless internet access and a picnic area.
Enjoy a satisfying meal at Papaya Loco serving guests of Papaya Villa B&B . A complimentary full breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 8:30 AM.
Featured amenities include express check-out, dry cleaning/laundry services, and luggage storage. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available on request), and free self parking is available onsite.
A complimentary full breakfast is served each morning between 7:00 AM and 8:30 AM.
Papaya Loco - Overlooking the ocean, this bistro specializes in Caribbean cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and public transport

  • Free self-parking on site
  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge) from 7 AM to 5 PM
  • Airport shuttle on request

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:00 AM–8:30 AM
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

Restaurants on site

  • Papaya Loco

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Guest services

  • Dry-cleaning service
  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Private beachfront location
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • This property does not have any lifts
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Couples dining
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets
  • Ceiling fan
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Portable fan
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Mini fridge

More

  • Chef
  • Individually decorated
  • Individually furnished
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • Local maps
  • Separate sitting area
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email 7 days before arrival with check-in instructions; your host will greet you
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from August 30 2024 to January 31 2025 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 10 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 10 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 25 per person (one-way)

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 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is professionally cleaned

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
Children 10 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Papaya Villa Vanuatu Eton
Papaya Vanuatu Eton
Papaya Vanuatu
Papaya Villa B B
Papaya Villa Vanuatu
Papaya Villa B&B Eton
Papaya Villa B&B Bed & breakfast
Papaya Villa B&B Bed & breakfast Eton

Papaya Villa B&B Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 16 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rhiannon

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place to stay - the villa has been done beautifully. Food was really yummy, definitely recommend the cooking class. Nearby sheltered swimming area in the sea. Very friendly hosts. Don’t hesitate to book.

10/10 Excellent

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Paradise by the beach
Wonderful and exquisite accommodation, on the beachfront and the reef. Tranquil location and secluded. Marcus and Stoney were fabulous hosts, great conversations and the food was out of this world. The real jewel in Vanuatu.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stepanka

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Even in cyclone it’s a piece of paradise
Just amazing. Marcus and Shoran took good care of us. We were there during Tropical Cyclone Lola, it only hit us in the tail, but the buildings are well secured and prepared for that, no danger really. The food we got was incredibly delicious, they use local ingredients and try to make it a bit different. Marcus and Shoran are very friendly people, we felt like we were visiting family or close friends. The villa is very clean, modern and very well designed. The beach is beautiful and we did some nice snorkeling, no one else is there, you have it all to yourself. You can watch films on the TV or play board games if it is raining. It's a piece of remote paradise.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aeron

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Amazing stay don't hesitate book it!
This was an amazing property and hosts were fantastic too. The food was so delicious we had amazing cooked breakfasts and most days ordered lunch and dinner also expertly prepared by Chef Marcus. It was a great location near the famous blue lagoon and also had a great little beach in front and a couple of others nearby including the 60 meter long natural lap pool that you can use sheltered any time of day. There is a reef with sea creatures and corals right out front. The huge grounds are well manicured and you really feel secluded. Lovely to fall asleep to the sound of the ocean and wake up to birdsong.. The studio had a massive king bed and beautiful outdoor area with massive day bed and sitting area. Lovely to sit outside in the morning and have the lovely Stoney bring fresh coffee and two courses for breakfast. If you have landed on this listing book it don't hesitate. You won't regret it. We loved our time here and we will be back! The owners have two very cute little dogs too. Dora and Benny. Couldn't be a more perfect stay.
Natural lap pool
One of the nearby beaches
Lunch one day
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is the rockstar of accommodation. Amazing food (really, really amazing), fabulous hosts, spotlessly clean, and stunning coral pools to swim in. Seriously great, completely made our holiday to Vanuatu.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Niels

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jannet

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Literal paradise! The house and grounds are beautiful and well maintained, hosts are welcoming and kind and the food and experience provided second to none. What a relaxing break, away from the norm in untouched nature with good food and company! What more could you ask for!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Benny

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was simply stunning, Marcus, Stoney & Dora were the perfect hosts for what can only be explained as the perfect destination. Everything from location to quality of food and surroundings were absolutely faultless. We will be back very soon
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

John, Papamoa, New Zealand

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful hosts, superb food, great location for privacy, good reef walk and small private beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 8 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is the perfect mix of air bnb and resort, you get all the bonuses of a resort with snorkelling spots and loads of space but also the personal touches from Stoney and Marcus
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved, loved, loved our stay! We would certainly recommend Papaya Villas, the amazing hosts Stoney and Marcus, the super delicious food, the attention to detail and not to forget the unique and beautiful setting. Absolute paradise, thank you for a very special experience and a very memorable Christmas!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

CohenandEmily, Geelong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hidden Gem
We spent three days at the wonderful Papaya Villa. Stoney (our host) picked us up from town and drove us to the villa, providing us with information about the local area and places to visit. Upon arrival we were shown around the beautiful property and welcomed by Marcus. During our stay we were able to borrow some snorkelling gear and explored lots of amazing coral reefs and beaches all within a close walk to the property. We also loved being able to walk around the bush at night. Stoney and Marcus were kind and generous hosts, who we enjoyed having a chat and drink with. The breakfasts provided were fantastic and the lunches/dinners we had cooked were delicious and very good value. We also took part in a cooking class at the property with Marcus. He was an excellent chef and teacher - and the seafood paella and Spanish churros he taught us to make were delicious! Thank you Marcus and Stoney for an incredible experience - we will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Rachel, Sydney, Australia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful B&B right on the shore of Eton reef. The hosts were incredibly friendly, warm and helpful. Absolutely beautiful beaches and natural ocean swimming pools to explore within a few minutes walk of the Villa - white sand and clear water on this side of Efate. Nice to get away from the hustle and bustle and reconnect with nature. Close to Blue Lagoon.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Nitchanan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Your share of paradise!
Arriving, we were greeted warmly by Stoney and Marcus. The main house and the villa are both impressive, and spotlessly clean throughout. The villa room itself is quite small, but the numerous outdoor spaces for lounging are more than ample. The bed was very comfy, and the bathroom was very clean, ample size, and best water quality that we experienced in Vanuatu. Although no in room fridge, Marcus was happy to share the house fridge with us. The house is off the grid, utilising solar energy, water collection, and clean, clear underground spring water. The wifi was the fastest and most reliable that we encountered on the island. The property is located within a quiet and safe residential area of large beach front land plots which are magnificently landscaped, offering seclusion, privacy, and amazing walks along the sea side with spectacular views of a natural, unspoiled environment. The nights are very quiet, with no light pollution, so the night sky is dazzling! Throughout our stay, we were made to feel very welcome by Marcus and Stoney. Marcus, a chef by trade, took great pleasure in preparing delicious meals for us, using the freshest, organic ingredients. In essence, we were so fortunate to have a “personal chef”. Stoney,with her boundless energy, was always giving us the best local tips and advice, inc a reef walk which was stunning, and drove us to the local blue hole for a swim. If you are looking for a home stay with a difference...this is it! Truely fabulous
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018