A no-fuss, comfortable base for travellers watching their budget without sacrificing the basics. Our dormitory comes with two single beds, mosquito nets, an electric fan, and a small wardrobe to keep things tidy. It's a straightforward, honest room in the heart of Lakatoro, with breakfast included and the warm hospitality of a local lodge to make you feel right at home in Malekula.
Highlights
Two single beds, fan and nets included
Budget-friendly stay in Malekula
Breakfast included in your rate
Meals on request for lunch and dinner
Airport transfers easily arranged
Booking Confidence
Only 8% Deposit
Pay the rest later or on the day
Charity Donation Included
Supporting local communities
Room Amenities
Ironing facility, fridge, kitchenware and other cooking facilities can be used at the dormitory room.
Toilet Paper
Towels
Shared bathrooms
Toilet
Shower
Free Toiletries
Fan
Daily Housekeeping
Beds & Sleeping Arrangements
2 Single
Beds
97 × 191 cmEach Single bed sleeps 1 person
Total Room Capacity: 2 Guests
Property Facilities
Breakfast is included, and hearty local meals are available on request throughout the day.
Free WiFi
Free breakfast
Parking
Laundry Service
Luggage storage
On-site restaurant
Daily housekeeping
Airport Transfers
Wharf Transfers
Meal Service
Non-smoking room
Limited accessibility
Room service not available
Minimum stay: 1 night
Property Details
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Lakatoro Palm Lodge Medals of Excellence
Milestones based on bookings, reviews, availability, and provider activity.
Top 10% in Malekula
Top 10% by confirmed bookings in Malekula over the last 12 months
Top 50% in Vanuatu
Top 50% by bookings in Vanuatu
Flexible Availability
365
About 365 bookable days in the next year (0 closed)
Fresh Update
Listing or its products/rooms updated in the last 3 months
Data Verifiedby Trip Carver
Last syncedOctober 2026
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