About Sunset Hill Lodge
Offering stunning Pacific views, self-catering hillside apartments at Sunset Hill Lodge are a five-minute walk from Vaitape city centre, and come with free Wi-Fi and use of watersports equipment.
Homely apartments are equipped with a kitchen with stove top, fridge and microwave. Some have air conditioning and covered terraces. Private bathrooms come with shower and hairdryer. Family rooms are available.
Amenities at Sunset Hill Lodge include free bicycle hire, free airport transfer, a free laundry service and tour assistance. Kayaking and snorkeling equipment is also available at this waterfront property.
A well-equipped grocery store can be found within a short walk from this property, as well as several classy restaurants, some casual cafes and bars and a popular Chinese takeaway.
From this property, active guests can access several hiking trails and go fishing or horse-riding. Vaitape ferry terminal is 0.7 miles and the Maritime Museum is 6.3 miles away.
Positive Reviews
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Fantastic Freebies
In one of the most pricey holiday destinations on Earth, Sunset Hill Lodge is viewed as a wallet-friendly gem for visitors on a budget. Freebies such as transfer from the airport ferry, bikes to get around on and water sports equipment are a plus point for this accommodation.
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Host with the Most
Laid-back lodge owner Gerard receives frequent compliments in reviews. His personal approach and warm demeanour strike the right chord with many a guest, who also praise recommending local attractions was also praised by several happy guests. Gerard's dog Fifi is rather popular too.
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Bora Bora Home
The self-catering studios and apartments at Sunset Hill Lodge are described as simply furnished but homely. Well-equipped kitchens make easy work of preparing family meals to enjoy on furnished sea-view terraces. The stilted waterfront bungalow is popular with guests looking for an authentic Pacific Island experience.
Negative Reviews
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Ugly Bug Ball
Though most reviewers vouch for the cleanliness of accommodation at this property, a few were creeped out by sightings of crawling insects, especially those who found bugs scaling the bedroom walls at night. Since mosquito nets are not provided, travellers might think about bringing their own.
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Potholes and Punctures
The jury is out among those who took advantage of the free bicycle hire. Many families have enjoyed whizzing around the locale on two wheels, but several other guests were left stranded when their poorly maintained bikes ran aground after an encounter with one of the areas many potholes.
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Bathroom Beefs
Not all reviewers like the somewhat bohemian, and partially outdoor, bathrooms in guestrooms. Some gripe about the lack of a door between the living space and bathroom amenities, while a couple of other reviewers have complained about slow drainage of shower water and resulting flooded floor.