Name: The Moso Vanuatu
Address: Emotu Bay, Moso Island, VU

10/10

Exceptional

19 Jul 2026

James Kent

The staff are amazing, if not for this wonderful crew The Moso would not be what it is without them. Their beautiful smiles, they remember everyone’s names and ensure every part of your stay is catered for.
Remember there are no shops near by other than the village shop which holds minimal items, so pack the extra nibbles and treats. The bistro at the resort ran out whilst we were there. Remembering you are on a secluded island & delivery of items can take time.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

26 Jun 2026

Laura

The staff really truly makes this stay amazing. They are so happy, so helpful, they made the stay great. The ocean views are fantastic and villas large and spacious. It is an experience to stay there. The island is a smaller island off the main island and there are no shopping centres, no TV no intent, nothing to distract you from total immersion into nature. Forest on one side, ocean on the other side, this resort was made for relaxation. We loved using the complimentary kayaks to explore the reef and the reef on the other side of the island was our favourite. Bed was very comfortable and so were the pillows. The chef made a great johlb adjusting dishes for my allergies, I notified the resort in advance about these and they were very helpful. The tuna steaks were amazing, never tasted fish so good.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

30 May 2026

Johnna

For those who's priority is relaxation and refreshing the mind & spirit, this is the place for you. The Moso has 15 villas, so there's typically no more than 30 guests. Many guests stick to their villas since several have their own pools.

Yes, you can take trips, the staff will arrange boat transfers to Efate, a 10 minute ride away, or to Major Tom, the sailboat that moors about 15 minutes away.

The walk to Embas beach on the other side of the island takes 30-40 minutes, but well worth the incline over the hill and back down. The reef there is even more amazing than the one out front of the resort. I had a massage booked for later that day, so I asked the staff to pick us up on the quad for the trip back, which they did.

Friday and Saturday nights from 5:30pm you can walk 10-15 minutes to the nearest side of the village to Jerry's Kava Bar. Chat with the locals, look at the moon, stars and water from the porch. Take a few bucks in cash for the Kava and Tuskers (beer).

The locals are some of the most delightful people I've met.

Downsides: If you need to be active all the time, this is not the place for you. It's quiet, tranquil, remote, and sometimes they're out of a dish from the menu due to limited supplies. We couldn't get our pool light to work (put that on the bulb replacement list) and the in-room safe needed new AA batteries. Big deal, right?

It's fabulous. We loved it.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

01 May 2026

Rosanagh

Beautiful boutique resort in secluded paradise. Stylish and well considered accommodations, friendly and helpful staff, and great food. We kayaked every day to the shipwrecked yacht and walked to Embas beach for snorkeling, which was remote and secluded. Good snorkeling off the front beach also. Highly recommend and hope to return 😊

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

22 Nov 2025

Jen

I loved this place! Super chill, beautiful location, friendly staff, clean spaces. You can be as busy or not as you choose. For me it was a 'stop still' holiday and the Moso was perfect. The small number of guests made it relaxed and intimate, and you could be chatty or not - but I met some lovely new friends.
Bed was super comfortable (and after two back surgeries I am fussy), villa was spacious, clean, and private, with a spectacular view. We went snorkelling, kayaking, swimming, when we weren't lazing around reading, eating and drinking :) Also staff will organise trips if you want to have more activities.
10 out of 10. Loved it, and would recommend for anyone wanting a real 'getaway'.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

19 Nov 2025

Danielle

This was the perfect place for our honeymoon stay. The rooms are secluded from others, neat and tidy, the food was impeccable and the staff were an absolute delight.
We look forward to returning in the future to experience even more of what the MOSO has to offer

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

15 Sep 2025

Peter Steven

Amazing staff that couldn't do enough for us. Relaxing, peaceful and remote yet high standards for quality of dining - especially the evening meals.

10/10

Exceptional

20 Jun 2025

Bonnie

The Moso is by far my favourite place to stay anywhere in the world! Relaxed, private & filled with the most friendly humans you’ll come across! PERFECTION!

Leisure Partner

6/10

Pleasant

08 Aug 2023

Graeme

The highlight is the fantastic reef snorkelling at a nearby beach - about a 30 minute walk from the resort. The staff and local community were very welcoming and happy to have a chat and show you around. However probably don’t go if you are bothered by getting too close to nature - i.e rats in your room - as the resort is in the bush and rooms are ‘rustic village’ style and reasonably open to the elements. I liked it but didn’t sleep much!

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

31 Jul 2023

Reece Maclean

Absolutely gorgeous. My partner and I stayed for a week to just relax and we got to do exactly that. The food was really really good and there is a really nice beach on the other side of the island where you can snorkel on a reef.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

29 Jul 2023

Peter

Paradise with great facilities and wonderfully friendly staff.

10/10

Exceptional

07 Jun 2023

Itai

Hilit and Itai

Absolutely amazing stay. Can't rave about it enough. Do research before going - this is a place for total relaxation, happiness, beautiful people, most friendly staff, stunning beaches, quiet, and great food. No place to work, so forget about your laptop or internet. If you can accept these terms, you'd have your face smiling constantly from the moment you arrive by boat, till everyone's farewell you with a hug. Thanks The Most - can't wait to return!!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

15 Feb 2023

Natasha

We stayed here for 4 nights and loved it. The staff are wonderful and very accommodating. The food was very high quality - I particularly loved the eye fillet. Just such a wonderful experience!

Leisure Partner