Ratua Private Island Resort offers oceanfront luxury with private beaches for sunbathing. Guests can book treatments at Sunny Spa or try kayaking and fishing. The Yacht Club Restaurant serves meals with ocean views, and WiFi is available in public areas.
Located in Ratua Island, Ratua Private Island Resort is on a private beach. SS President Coolidge and Santo Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Unity Park and Millenium Cave. Scuba diving offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours nearby. Visit our Ratua Island travel guide
Espiritu Santo, Ratua Island, Luganville, P.O. Box 396
About this property
Ratua Private Island Resort
Luxury family-friendly hotel by the ocean
A marina, a beach bar, and a terrace are just a few of the amenities provided at Ratua Private Island Resort. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a private beach, beachfront dining, and beach massages. Treat yourself to a facial, a body scrub, or a manicure/pedicure at Sunny Spa, the onsite spa. The on-site restaurant, Yacht Club, features ocean views. Enjoy onsite activities like rowing/canoeing, fishing, and horseback riding. Free WiFi in public areas is available to all guests, along with a garden and an arcade/game room.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), supervised childcare (surcharge), and a billiards/pool table
Wedding services, concierge services, and beach umbrellas
A front-desk safe, meeting rooms, and luggage storage
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as premium bedding and bathrobes, in addition to thoughtful touches like safes and minibars.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
Showers and free toiletries
Wardrobes/closets, ceiling fans, and daily housekeeping
Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM on request
Beach shuttle (surcharge)
Food and drink
A bar/lounge
A beach bar
A restaurant
Coffee and tea in common areas
Restaurants on site
Yacht Club
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Billiards/pool table
Fishing
Full-service spa
Hiking/biking trails
Horseback riding/rentals
Kayaking
Library
Mountain biking
Rowing/canoeing
Snorkeling
TV in common areas
Windsurfing
Family friendly
Arcade/game room
Babysitting (surcharge)
Laundry facilities
Supervised activities for children (surcharge)
Conveniences
Gift shop/newsstand
Laundry facilities
Limited-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Tour and ticket assistance
Turndown service
Wedding services
Business services
Meeting rooms
Outdoors
Barbecue grill
Beach towels
Beach umbrellas
Garden
Marina
On a private beach
On the waterfront
Picnic area
Terrace
Full-service spa
2 treatment rooms
Aromatherapy
Body scrubs
Facials
Hot stone massages
Hot tub
Manicures/pedicures
Spa open daily
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Accessible airport shuttle
Area rugs in room
Hardwood flooring in room
No elevator
More
1 floor
Built in 2009
Designated smoking areas
Traditional architecture
Room amenities
Bedroom
Premium bedding
Bathroom
Bathrobes
Free toiletries
Hair dryer (on request)
Shower
Towels provided
Food and drink
Minibar
More
Ceiling fan
Individual decor
Individual furnishings
Phone
Portable fan
Safe
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before noon
Special check-in instructions
Guests must transfer via boat to the property; guests must contact the property at least 72 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 4 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 6:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 4 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for VUV 10000.0 per night
Property payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Additional fees: VUV 13000 per person, per night for adults and VUV 7500 per person, per night for children (from 5 years old to 12 years old)
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
The additional mandatory fee covers the meal plan fee.
Optional extras
Airport shuttle fee: VUV 10000 per person (roundtrip)
Airport shuttle fee per child: VUV 5000 (roundtrip), (from 5 to 11 years old)
Rollaway bed fee: VUV 10000.0 per night
Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 4 percent
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, debit card, or cash deposit 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Children under 11 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision
Property is also known as
Ratua Private Island Hotel
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Ratua Island Resort
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Ratua Private Ratua
Ratua Island Resort Spa
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Frequently asked questions
Is Ratua Private Island Resort pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Ratua Private Island Resort?
As of Mar 15, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ratua Private Island Resort on Mar 22, 2026 start from ¥27,110, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking?
Ratua Private Island Resort doesn't offer parking.
What time is check-in at Ratua Private Island Resort?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at Ratua Private Island Resort?
Check-out is at noon.
Does Ratua Private Island Resort provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs 7:00 AM–7:00 PM on request. A fee of VUV 10000 per person applies.
Where is Ratua Private Island Resort located?
On a private beach, this hotel is by the ocean in Ratua Island, within easy reach of scuba diving and ecotours. Regional attractions also include Unity Park and Luganville Market.
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Reviews
Ratua Private Island Resort Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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I had high expectations due to all the fantastic reviews. They were all spot on. Imagine waking up everyday and swimming in crystal clear water. I didn't even need to bring snorkelling gear as I could see to the bottom as I swam.
We celebrated our 30th anniversary with amazing massages and horse riding around the island and in the sea. We spent our days kayaking around the island and beyond.
The food was amazing and the staff awesome. A special shout out to Mikko. He just made us feel so special. A great feel good factor helping the school.
We enjoy going to different places to experience new things, but we may just have to come back as this will be hard to top.
Thanks everyone!
Wonderful location, unique rustic accommodation, very pleasant and friendly staff, lots of good food.
Allow nearly your resort booking cost for food/drinks and optional activities. Suggest purchasing the meal package.
Not an adults only resort, constantly aware of young children outside your accommodation.
We stayed on Ratau in Dec for 8 nights and loved it, our house Pig was the furthest away but we thought the most beautiful.
You wake up to a stunning secluded beach of your own, the house was well decorated, spacious, with lots of various seats to rest on and only 10 min walk to the Yacht Club.
Staff are so attentive and make your feel very welcome, reception are great at arranging all your onsite and offsite trips.
Enjoyed the entertainment put on ensuring guests learn about the culture of the local people.
We went with the Meal Plan, delicious, so much food, you will not go hungry with its option.
We spent our days busily doing lots of the on and off site activities, highly recommend diving the Coolidge even if beginner, Nanda blue hole is stunning and as is champayne beach and for the adventurous Millenium Caves.
Onsite swimming with horses is great, as is the Blue Hole canoeing trip.
if doing trips off the island maybe check when others are also so can share boat fees to Santo.
The snorkelling is great as well around the Yacht club and Spa, saw many turtles in the morning, you could easily do as little or as much as possible on Ratau as it really caters for everyone.
There's not many places I say I would definitely return too, as so many places to explore, but Ratau is one place I would love to return to one day.
You guys are doing a great job, keep it up and thanks for making our trip a special one
My partner and I stayed at Ratua for 6 nights and could have stayed forever. We absolutely loved the isolation, the activities, the staff, the spa, and our unique villa on the waters edge. We left Ratua completely relaxed and would highly recommend this place to anyone looking to unwind.
Facilities: State of the art; Value: Expensive but worth it; Service: Friendly, Island time; Cleanliness: Pristine;
Do every activity you can, well worth it, so much to do on the island
Facilities: Distinctive; Service: Respectful, Friendly, Courteous; Cleanliness: Pleasant;
a very Definetly will return here, very relaxing holiday, secluded beaches, lots of things to do if you want
le site est magnifique et les bungalows rien a dire ,par contre vu le prix honéreux des nuitées il me semblerais normal qu' il y est dans le bungalow une baignoire et meme une bouilloire !! les repas sont tres cher comparé a ce qu'il y a sur les buffets et pas de carte pour choisir autre chose et nous avons eu 2 nuits d'affilé un coq qui commençait a chanter a 3 h du mat sans intéruption ! donc pour se reposer autant vous dire que ce n'ai pas le mieux !! bref tres cher pour ce que c'est ...
paolinetti
6/10 Okay
alexandrine, nouvelle caledonie
Apr 12, 2012
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
sejour en famille au ratua
et bien je dois dire que malgres un tres beau site et un personnel tres sympa , les prestations ne suivent pas avec le cout des nuitées assez honnéreuse !! en effet dans le bungalow fort beau il n'y a ni baignoire , ni clim , ni bouilloire et de plus durant nos deux nuits nous n'avons pas pu nous reposer vu que a partir de 3h du matin vous vous retrouvez avec un coq qui chante toutes les 2 mn !! malgres notre échange avec la reception , la 2eme nuit a etait idem .. donc non , nous n'en gardons pas un super souvenir !!
Stayed 4 nights with wife and 3yo child during X-mas 2011. Lots of waiting in check-ins, boarding and baggage collection but well worth the wait.
Accommodation is surprisingly comfortable and relaxing, it felt good to walk bare foot around 200 year old wooden shack and walk on private beach which is shaded all day by huge trees. We had fantastic time snorkelling off beach in-front of the main deck.
Resorts staff did a fantastic job of preparing for excellent X-mas day lunch and dinner. Lunchtime X-mas carols by the Gardening crew (about 10 of them without any music) was worthy of greatest cathedrals or music halls. Evening X-mas carols by Ratua Resort Band (with single string double-base and hand-carved guitar) made excellent meal even more special.
Wife and I put on about 2kg of weight as meal-plan of BBQ lunch and 3-course dinner was more then we could eat. Serving size was more then adequate, so most nights we were struggling to eat dessert. Breakfast was rather simple but very tasty and goof quality. I suppose resort is French themed and all I had was Croissant and Tanna coffee.
Not much to do on the island other then horse riding, canoeing, snorkling and comprehensive list of paid daily activities (cheaper then Port Vila).
Resort's management( Britta and Yorick) were very helpful and friendly. They amde sure everything was organised and taken-care of properly.
I will definitely return as soon as possible. It is a fantastic little resort, much better then Maldives, Thailand-Phuket, Indonesia-Bali and Fiji-Denarau Island.