Rockwater Resort is an absolute diamond find! The attention to detail in everything from the guest interactions, the room, the food and the resort itself. I spent three days in this gorgeous place, not only doing the Tanna Island top sights (Mt Yasur volcano, Blue Cave, traditional village tour and the Giant Banyan tree), but simply spending time around the resort by the pool with a book or snorkelling off the front cliffs. Silvana and John are absolutely beautiful hosts with their care and attention for the experience of your own and other guests with the island and Vanuatu as a whole.

Alison Australia

The hotel boasts a delightful environment, filled with comfort and a warm atmosphere. The carefully designed interior space and elegant decor create a homely feeling for the guests.

Yuan Australia

It we just absolutely stunning! You were made to feel so welcome. The ladies working at the restaurant were the sweetest

Amy Australia

One of the best experiences in my entire life!!! Words can not describe the feelings you get from there! Sylvana and John , the owners , and now parts from our family in Greece!!!

George Greece

Fantastic rooms, excellent food, really friendly helpful staff, tremendous views and great snorkelling.

Richard Australia

Rockwater is the most relaxing and comforting resort I have experienced, so seclude and right on the water it offers so much. Host John and Silvana are so pleasant and forthcoming also. I would go back in a heartbeat.

Gavin Ireland

Everything about rockwater was amazing. I would definitely stay here again

Michael Vanuatu

Where to even begin which such a uniquely special place! The jewel of the crown is definitely John and Silvana and their gorgeous staff who provide a whole different level of hospitality. They organised everything (and we mean everything- we are useless travellers haha) for us during our stay and are just genuine and down to earth people who care greatly about Tanna. Nawiwa and Mary are also gorgeous and took great care of us. Our experience was totally faultless and truly hope anyone wanting an island getaway go ahead and book Rockwater directly for their next trip! Lots of love from Katie and Ed xx

Katie Australia

What an amazing experience from start to finish. John, Silvana and the staff went above a beyond to make us feel welcomed and comfortable throughout our stay, including imparting a wealth of island knowledge and information on Tanna culture and tours. Their property is a manicured tropical oasis on the the beautiful western shores of Tanna Island which has direct access to brilliantly colored coral reefs teeming with all forms of marine life. John and Silvana have created an eco friendly resort which has environmental and community sustainability at the heart of its character. Our room is a testament to their vision - the rock wall was a key feature and the room comprised of all the amenities that are commensurate with this style of resort. As with all photos, they don’t capture the true essence of this extremely special place. We will miss John, Silvana and the staff especially the long yarns with John. We will be back! Chris and Con.

Christopher Australia

Learning two days before our visit that Rockwater was just re-opening on the day of our arrival after two and a half years Covid, I was nervous as to what I would find. But the managers and their team have done a terrific job of getting the resort up and running. The real strength of Rockwater - apart from it's beautiful position - are the ni-Vanuatu staff. Considering that the waitresses, etc, hadn't worked with guests for nearly three years, they gave a level of delightful, friendly service that was an absolute pleasure to experience.

Martin New Zealand