Vanivola Hotel

Property class: 3.5

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Consider a stay at Vanivola Hotel and take advantage of a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe and a garden. Treat yourself to a massage at the on-site spa. The on-site local and international cuisine restaurant, Note Retro, offers lunch, dinner and ocean views. Free WiFi in public areas is available to all guests, along with laundry facilities and a bar.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Breakfast available
The current price is £48
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov

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A neatly made bed with rose petals arranged in a heart shape, a brown towel with a yellow logo, and two bedside lamps on wooden nightstands.

Bungalow

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A neatly made bed with rose petals arranged in a heart shape, a brown towel with a yellow logo, and two bedside lamps on wooden nightstands.

BUNGALOW JUMEAU

  • Sea view
  • 431 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 3 King Beds and 2 Single Beds

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A neatly made bed with rose petals arranged in a heart shape, a brown towel with a yellow logo, and two bedside lamps on wooden nightstands.

Family Bungalow

  • 646 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Single Bed

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A neatly made bed with rose petals arranged in a heart shape, a brown towel with a yellow logo, and two bedside lamps on wooden nightstands.

Comfort Quadruple Room, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 538 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

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A neatly made bed with rose petals arranged in a heart shape, a brown towel with a yellow logo, and two bedside lamps on wooden nightstands.

Family Room

  • Sea view
  • 807 sq ft
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Single Beds and 3 Double Beds

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A neatly made bed with rose petals arranged in a heart shape, a brown towel with a yellow logo, and two bedside lamps on wooden nightstands.

Double Room, Park View

  • Park view
  • 484 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A room with a bed, a wooden table, and a wall with artwork.

Bungalow, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 431 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed
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About the area

Located in Nosy Boraha, Vanivola Hotel is by the ocean. Ile Sainte-Marie Pirates Cemetery is a local landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Ste Marie Beach and Ile Aux Forbans. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as snorkelling. Visit our Nosy Boraha travel guide
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Lamboutsira MAHAVELO BP 37, Nosy Boraha

What's nearby

  • Ile Sainte-Marie Pirates Cemetery
    11 min drive - 2.2 miles

Getting around

  • Sainte Marie (SMS)
    10 min drive

Restaurants

  • Chez Claudine
    5 min drive
  • Le Corail Bleu
    3 min drive
  • La Paillotte
    4 min drive
  • Gargotte Chat Tricolore
    6 min drive
  • Restaurant Princesse BORA
    8 min drive

About this property

Vanivola Hotel

  • Hotel by the ocean
  • At Vanivola Hotel, you can look forward to a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe and a garden. Treat yourself to a massage at the on-site spa. The on-site local and international cuisine restaurant, Note Retro, offers lunch, dinner and ocean views. Free WiFi in public areas is available to all guests, along with laundry facilities and a bar.
  • Other perks at this hotel include:
    • An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
    • Free self-parking
    • Continental breakfast (surcharge), bike hire and a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge)
    • Babysitting (surcharge), luggage storage and multilingual staff
  • Room features
  • All guest rooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts, such as premium bedding and air conditioning.
  • Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Rainfall showers and free toiletries
    • Furnished balconies or patios, electric kettles and fans

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Frequently asked questions

Does Vanivola Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Vanivola Hotel?

As of 25 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Vanivola Hotel on 1 Nov 2026 start from £48, including 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.

Is Vanivola Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Vanivola Hotel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Vanivola Hotel?

Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: 10 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Vanivola Hotel?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Does Vanivola Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of EUR 3.40 per person applies.

Where is Vanivola Hotel located?

Situated by the ocean, this spa hotel is 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from Ile Sainte-Marie Pirates Cemetery and 1.8 mi (3 km) from Ile Aux Forbans. Ste Marie Beach and L'ile aux nattes are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Vanivola Hotel Reviews

7.8

Good

8.2

Cleanliness

6.8

Amenities

8.8

Staff & service

7.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 22 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fairly nice place to stay that’s close to the airport.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
On the last night the staff came into my room as I was sleeping and stole my phone and some money! DO NOT STAY HERE. Also on our second day they made us pay an extra $17usd per night. This place was very empty, now I see why. They rob their guests.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastic & Cosy

Fantastic & Cosy, Greta Service
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No breakfast included contrary to what Expedia has stated, this information is false.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel Vanivola was a wonderful place to spend a week on Isle Sainte Marie. Luca and her staff were so welcoming, friendly, and attentive. (For example, I asked about where to find fresh mangoes and "voila" they appeared in my morning salad!) The staff do everything they can to make one's stay comfortable and secure.The location is great--near restaurants and not too far to walk into town.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Best guest I've ever experienced!

All I can say is WOW! From the moment we stepped of the plane until we were dropped of at the ferry terminal we were treated like royalty. The staff are so friendly and attentive. Since my wife and only speak english, we a little hesitant about staying at such a remote destination like Isle Sainte Marie, but Luca made it one or favorite vacations ever. She was more than happy to act as our interpreter and assist with booking excursions for us thru the entire stay and even arranged return travel back to Antananarivo which is quite an involved journey if you are not flying. If you are considering where to stay on Isle Sainte Marie, your search is over book the Vanivola now. The attached photo was taken from the hotel patio where we ate most of meals during our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Menu frais et variés
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Chambre nettoyé tous les jours. Personnels gentils. Beau cadre avec la piscine face mer. Manque une salle de sport
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Petit déjeuner original… piscine satisfaisante
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bien situé, personnels tres aimables, bons menus, calme et propreté.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Hyggeligt hotel med søde medarbejdere. Lavt vandtryk og ikke altid varmt vand. Sparsommelig morgenmad. Kaffe/tea, omelet/spejlæg, baguette ( en dag var det dog foruden da de var løbet tør ) marmelade ig ind imellem også juice. Suveræn beliggenhed. Dog lidt trafiklarm fra eneste hovedvej på øen. Anden gang vi besøgte det, så helt galt er det jo ikke
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2025
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4/10 Poor

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service

pas satisfaite

le service laisse à désirer. restauration pas de choix: pas de carte ni pour le petit dejeuner ni pour les repas même menu pour le déjeuner et le diner. S'il arrive qu'il pleut et que vous êtes oblifés de manger à l'hôtel alors que le memu c'est le même pour midi et le soir
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Très argréable séjour

Période hors saison. Tranquillité assurée. Personnel sympatique toujours disponible. Très bonne restauration à prix raisonnable qui peut s'adapter aux désirs des clients. Bungalow spacieux, lits confortables. (Petit manque : lampes de chevets) Situation exceptionnelle face à la mer.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Bon rapport qualité prix. Personnel accueuillant et serviable
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

The staff really made this a special place to stay

I really enjoyed my stay at Vanivola hotel. The hotel was very nice, but it was Luca and her staff that really made it a memorable experince. Luca treated me like family and helped me with local recommendations as well as booking local transportation. I had an issue with the ferry to the mainland and Luca was there to assist me right away. I cannot recommend her and this hotel enough. A 5 star experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Un personnel, souriant, attentif, à l'écoute. Une très bonne cuisine. Un superbe cadre. Une salle d'eau peut-être un peu vieillotte, mais très propre et fonctionnelle
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hotel with amazing views. Couple of minor issues with water being turned off but otherwise a greatbstay with very accommodating staff. Only 10 mins drive from town and airport. Would recommend
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Superbe vue sur les baleines qui sautent!

Hôtel très sympas. Personnel vraiment au top. Toutes les demandes étaient prises en compte. Johan nickel, même pour nous organiser des transports. Les filles en salle et au bar d’une gentillesse extrême et le chef avait un bon humour! Bien mangé. Tout est comme l’ile de sainte Marie. On vit en fonction de la pêche, de la météo...etc. Super séjour.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019