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8.7

Excellent

443 reviews

443 reviews

View19
Beach9
Food & Dining7
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9.0

Exceptional

Location rating score

Exceptional location
Parking
Available
Popular landmarks
Seven Commandos Beach 9.5 km
Las Cabanas Beach 11.7 km
Nacpan Beach 19.8 km
Puerto Princesa Underground River 116.7 km
Ugong Rock 130.5 km
Cowrie Island 159.5 km
Palawan Wildlife Rescue and Conservation Center 166.7 km
Puerto Princesa City Baywalk Park 170.8 km
Firefly Watching 173.8 km
Nearby landmarks
Calusa beach 400 m
Calmung beach 720 m
Secret Beach in Matinloc Island 2.3 km
Cave 3.1 km
Matinloc Shrine 3.2 km
Snorkeling In Miniloc Island, El Nido 3.5 km
Scuba Diving In El Nido 3.6 km
Miniloc island 4.1 km
Bikanayos Rock 4.1 km
Small Lagoon 4.2 km

Matinloc Resort

Matinloc Island, El Nido, Palawan, Philippines, 5313 - See map

Get your trip off to a great start with a stay at this property, which offers free Wi-Fi in all rooms. Conveniently situated in the El Nido part of Palawan, this property puts you close to attractions and interesting dining options. Don't leave before paying a visit to the famous Puerto Princesa Underground River. Rated with 4.5 stars, this high-quality property provides guests with access to massage, restaurant and hot tub on-site.

Highlights

Hygiene Plus

Sparkling clean

Front desk [24-hour]

Excellent room comfort & quality

Airport transfer

Facilities

Airport transfer

Shuttle service

Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!

Front desk [24-hour]

Swimming pool [indoor]

Hot tub

Luggage storage

Car park [on-site]

Your dates are popular among travelersUsers are booking a place in Palawan every 2 minutes on Agoda.com
Value for money7.8
Distance to city center475 KM
Location rating9.0
Nearest airportEl Nido Airport (ENI)
Distance to airport14.0 km

Rooms available at Matinloc Resort

Exceptional
Room comfort & quality

9.5

VIP Villa
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  • Room size: 120 m²/1292 ft²
  • Sea view
  • 1 king bed
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Family Villa
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  • Room size: 120 m²/1292 ft²
  • Sea view
  • 1 queen bed & 1 king bed
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Mountain Villa
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  • Room size: 100 m²/1076 ft²
  • Sea view
  • 1 king bed
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Terrace Suite
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  • Room size: 40 m²/431 ft²
  • Sea (partial view) view
  • 1 king bed
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Beach Villa
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  • Room size: 100 m²/1076 ft²
  • Sea view
  • 1 king bed
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Family Suite with Terrace
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  • Room size: 65 m²/700 ft²
  • Sea (partial view) view
  • 1 queen bed & 1 king bed
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Family Junior Suite
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  • Room size: 65 m²/700 ft²
  • Garden view
  • 1 queen bed & 1 king bed
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Signature Suite
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  • Room size: 30 m²/323 ft²
  • Sea view
  • 1 king bed
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Mountain Villa with Tropical Jungle View
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  • Room size: 100 m²/1076 ft²
  • Mountain view
  • 1 sofa bed & 1 king bed
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Family Suite with Partial Ocean View
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  • Room size: 65 m²/700 ft²
  • Outdoor view
  • 1 double bed & 1 king bed
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Frequently asked questions

Does Matinloc Resort have a swimming pool?

While lounging at Matinloc Resort, you can delight in the None facility to get your day started the right way with a splash for a refreshing morning or evening.

Does Matinloc Resort offer spa services?

You can enjoy your stay at Matinloc Resort even more by making the most of the property's available spa services that are offered for all its guests to make your evening or night far better.

Does Matinloc Resort provide dry cleaning services?

Yes! Matinloc Resort features dry cleaning service that is available all throughout your stay, making sure you're always looking your best in your favorite outfit. Please contact the property for more information.

How many rooms does Matinloc Resort have?

Matinloc Resort has a total of 29 rooms.

At what time of the year is Matinloc Resort most popular?

Matinloc Resort's most popular month where verified tourists have stayed the most is in December.

What payment options are supported at Matinloc Resort?

Matinloc Resort supports up to 3, with payment card options including Visa, Cash, and MasterCard.

What do travelers like most about Matinloc Resort?

Past visitors that stayed at Matinloc Resort have given this property a rating of 9.201 for its remarkable service as the primary highlight for their stay.

What is the average rating that verified Families with older children have given to Matinloc Resort?

Verified families with older children that have stayed at this property have given Matinloc Resort an average rating of 9.3. You can look into more descriptive customer testimonials and feedback by filtering for a specific type of verified travelers down in the review section.

What time is check-in and check-out at Matinloc Resort?

Check-in is from 03:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM. You may ask for early check-in or late check-out during booking, subject to availability. Customers checking in or out before or after the specified hours may be charged an additional fee.

What is the closest airport to Matinloc Resort?

The closest airport to Matinloc Resort is Francisco B. Reyes Airport, 137.0 km away.

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What people love about Matinloc Resort

  • 10

    Exceptional
    Staff 

    "We went there early March 2020 and everything went smoothly from staff assistance, room cleanliness to exciting amenities."

    Rominee

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    December 29, 2020

  • 9.2

    Exceptional
    Cleanliness

    "Clean, relaxing, beautiful Highly recommended."

    Megan

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    June 3, 2019

  • 8.8

    Excellent
    Location

    "The location is as good as it gets."

    Michael

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    July 22, 2022

Property ranking|Compared to 1,144 Palawan properties
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Room comfort score
9.5/10
Room size
77 sqm.
Location score
9/10
Service score
9.2/10
Better than
99
%
of Palawan properties
Bigger than
98
%
of Palawan properties
Better than
93
%
of Palawan properties
Better than
92
%
of Palawan properties
Overall rating:

8.7

Excellent
443 reviews
Cleanliness
9.0
Facilities
8.4
Location
9.0
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What travelers say they love:
Amazing place for a couple experience!
Giorgio from Italy
Couple
More about Matinloc Resort

More about Matinloc Resort

Matinloc Resort

It's time for an adventure-filled holiday! Explore Palawan with a stay at Matinloc Resort.
The facilities and services provided by Matinloc Resort ensure a pleasant stay for guests. Post your pictures and answer your emails whenever you want, with the resort's free Wi-Fi internet access. Pre-plan your rides to and from the airport with the resort's easy to book transportation services. The resort provides car hire and shuttle services to help you get to where you want to go in Palawan.
Parking is always available, provided by the resort for their driving guests. While lodging at this wonderful resort, the helpful staff at the front desk can assist you with multiple services that include luggage storage and safety deposit boxes. If you want seats to city's best entertainment, you can get help through the resort's ticket service and tours. The resort's on-site dry cleaning service and laundry service help you keep your favorite travel outfits clean so you can pack less.
In-room conveniences include room service and daily housekeeping, so you can relax and enjoy your stay. The resort is entirely non-smoking, ensuring a clean air environment. Smoking is restricted to the designated smoking areas.
Experience high-quality room facilities during your stay at Matinloc Resort. The resort provides linen service and air conditioning in some rooms for the benefit of guests. Some selected rooms at Matinloc Resort include a balcony or terrace, as part of the room design. Keep your entertainment options wide, even in your room, with a range of facilities, including cable TV available in select rooms.
The resort also provides guests with a refrigerator, bottled water, a coffee or tea maker, instant coffee and instant tea in some rooms. Matinloc Resort also provides a hair dryer, toiletries, bathrobes and towels in bathrooms for select rooms.


Dining and things to do

Never let hunger affect your travel plans! Restaurants on-site provide convenient and tasty dining options. Matinloc Resort is ready to serve your most specific needs. A selection of food types including kosher and halal options is available for guests with dietary restrictions.
To fill your days, be sure to check out the fantastic facilities offered at Matinloc Resort. The resort's host of recreational offerings ensures you have plenty to do during your stay. Be sure to enjoy the accessible beach nearby. Pamper and indulge yourself with a visit to the massage, hot tub and spa. The many offerings at Matinloc Resort ensures you'll have plenty to do during your stay. No vacation is complete without a refreshing jump into the pool.
For those who hate to miss a workout, a trip to the resort's fitness facility will keep you fresh and healthy. Hot days can be cool fun with water activities like fishing, snorkeling, non-motorized water sports and diving. You won't need anything for water activity fun other than your own enthusiasm, with aquatic activity conveniences like boats and canoes made available at Matinloc Resort. In a competitive mood? Get sporty with your travel group or other guests at the dart board and ping-pong table in the resort.
Have some relaxing fun with family and friends at the library.


Reasons to stay here

Past guests rate facilities here higher than 91% of the city's accommodation.
This resort scores higher than 93% of accommodations in the city for its location.
Room comfort is said to be outstanding here, scoring higher than 99% of accommodations in the city.

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Amenities and facilities

Excellent
Facilities

8.4

Most talked about facilities

Food & Dining

26 mentions

Beach

12 mentions

Swimming Pool

7 mentions

Breakfast

5 mentions

Languages spoken
  • English
  • Filipino
  • Korean
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible
Internet access
  • Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!
  • Internet
  • Internet services
  • Wi-Fi in public areas
Things to do, ways to relax
  • Boating
  • Canoeing
  • Dart board
  • Diving
  • Fishing
  • Fitness center
  • Game room
  • Garden
  • Golf course [on-site]
  • Hiking
  • Hot tub
  • Massage
  • Outdoor recreational features
  • Pool with view
  • Private beach
  • Snorkeling
  • Spa
  • Spa/sauna
  • Swimming pool [indoor]
  • Swimming pool [outdoor]
  • Table tennis
  • Ticket services
  • Tours
  • Water sports (non-motorized)
Cleanliness and safety
  • Body thermometer
  • Daily disinfection in all rooms
  • Daily disinfection in common areas
  • Doctor/nurse on call
  • Face coverings on staff
  • First aid kit
  • Free face masks
  • Hand sanitizer
  • Hot water linen and laundry washing
  • Hygiene certification
  • Physical distancing of at least 1 meter
  • Rooms sanitized between stays
  • Safe dining setup
  • Sanitized kitchen and tableware items
  • Staff trained in safety protocol
  • Sterilizing equipment
  • Temperature check for guests and staff
Dining, drinking, and snacking
  • Alternative meal arrangement
  • Coffee shop
  • Restaurant [halal]
  • Restaurant [kosher]
  • Restaurants
  • Room service
Services and conveniences
  • Air conditioning in public area
  • Concierge
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning
  • Elevator
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry service
  • Library
  • Luggage storage
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
  • Safety deposit boxes
  • Smoke-free property
  • Smoking area
  • Terrace
For the kids
  • Babysitting service
  • Family room
  • Kids meal
Access
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Front desk [24-hour]
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Pets allowed
  • Security [24-hour]
Getting around
  • Airport transfer
  • Car park [on-site]
  • Rental car
  • Shuttle service
Available in all rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm clock
  • Bathrobes
  • Blackout curtains
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Desk
  • Fan
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free bottled water
  • Hair dryer
  • Individual air conditioning
  • In-room safe box
  • Linens
  • Mini bar
  • Non-smoking
  • Private bathroom
  • Satellite/cable channels
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Smoke detector
  • Sofa
  • Streaming service like Netflix
  • Toiletries
  • Towels
  • Umbrella
  • Wi-Fi [free]

Food and dining

Breakfast options
  • Buffet
Restaurants on site
La Playa Fresco
  • Cuisine: Asian, International, Italian
  • Menu: Buffet

Location

Matinloc Island, El Nido, Palawan, Philippines, 5313
Exceptional
Location

9

Airports
  • El Nido Airport (ENI)
    14.0 km
  • San Vicente Airport (SWL)
    72.9 km
Public transportation
  • El Nido Jeepney Terminal Bus Station
    11.2 km
Hospital or clinic
  • El Nido Health Center
    10.9 km

What's nearby

Popular landmarks
  • Seven Commandos Beach
    9.5 km
  • Las Cabanas Beach
    11.7 km
  • Nacpan Beach
    19.8 km
  • Puerto Princesa Underground River
    116.7 km
  • Ugong Rock
    130.5 km
  • Cowrie Island
    159.5 km
  • Palawan Wildlife Rescue and Conservation Center
    166.7 km
  • Puerto Princesa City Baywalk Park
    170.8 km
  • Firefly Watching
    173.8 km
Nearby landmarks
  • Calusa beach
    400 m
  • Calmung beach
    720 m
  • Secret Beach in Matinloc Island
    2.3 km
  • Cave
    3.1 km
  • Matinloc Shrine
    3.2 km
  • Snorkeling In Miniloc Island, El Nido
    3.5 km
  • Scuba Diving In El Nido
    3.6 km
  • Miniloc island
    4.1 km
  • Bikanayos Rock
    4.1 km
  • Small Lagoon
    4.2 km
Distances shown are straight-line distances on the map. Actual travel distances may vary.

Property policies

Children and extra beds

Extra beds are dependent on the room you choose. Please check the individual room capacity for more details.

All children are welcome.

Others
  • A 200 PHP Eco-Tourism Development Fee is required for island tours and is valid for a maximum of 10 days. Tickets are sold at the tourism office and kiosk outlets.
  • The property does not sell alcohol. However, guests are allowed to bring their own.
  • Confirmation for airport pick-up is needed. Please contact the property for more details.
  • Guests must provide a valid form of government regulated identification (eg. passport, ID card, driver’s license, etc.) upon check-in.
  • All special requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
  • An additional charge will be applied if the number of guests at check-in is more than the number of persons in the booking.
  • Boat transfers are not available after 05:00 PM from El Nido Town to the property. Kindly contact the property for more details.
  • Terrace Suites are located in the mountain cliff with 99 steps from the ground.
  • Guests are not allowed to fly any drone within the property's vicinity for guests' security and privacy.
  • Baby cot is available upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
  • Extra bed is available upon request for certain room types.
  • When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Some helpful facts

Check-in/Check-out
  • Check-in from15:00
  • Check-out until12:00
Getting around
  • Distance from city center475 KM
The property
  • Non-smoking rooms/floorsYes
  • Number of bars/lounges0
  • Number of restaurants1
  • Number of rooms 29
  • Room voltage220
  • Year property opened2015

Reviews of Matinloc Resort from real guests

Provided by verified guests of Agoda
8.7
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10
Cleanliness9.0
Facilities8.4
Location9.0
Room comfort and quality9.5
Service9.2
Value for money7.8
High score for Palawan
Rating
9+ Exceptional (158)
8-9 Excellent (49)
7-8 Very Good (27)
6-7 Good (13)
<6 Below Expectation (28)
Time of the year
Mar - May (69)
Jun - Aug (54)
Sep - Nov (60)
Dec - Feb (92)

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10.0
Exceptional
Sujatha from India
Family with young children
Terrace Suite
Stayed 1 night in October 2022

Excellent Property ”

It is the quintessential property located on the Matinloc island. The journey to the resort and the view from the resort are incredible. We had a very comfortable stay and definitely recommend it to everyone.

Reviewed November 03, 2022

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10.0
Exceptional
Roderick from United States
Group
Signature Suite
Stayed 4 nights in February 2020

Quite Possibly The Most Beautiful Place On Planet Earth”

After 30 years, my wife and I joined our friends in returning to the Philippines with El Nido as our primary destination. We could not be more pleased with our choice of Matinloc Resort. The staff were very professional and super friendly. Special kudos to Cindy, Heidi, Mark, and Jamark for accommodating our needs and making our 30 year wait quite memorable. The daily breakfast was absolutely amazing. Lunch and dinner were exceptional. Service was outstanding and the facility was beyond my expectation. Best of all, I snorkeled right in front of the resort with quite possibly one of the healthiest coral reefs I've seen in Palawan. I even watch a sea turtle for 30 minutes as it didn't mind me. I must have seen tens of thousands of jacks schooling not far beyond the pier. I'll never forget my stay at Matinloc. The memory that the staff there gave me will last a life-time. Thank you. I'll be returning with my children soon.

Reviewed March 02, 2020

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10.0
Exceptional
Kristiana from Philippines
Couple
Garden View Junior King Suite
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

Exceptional”

We feel so pampered during our stay here in Matinloc. Definitely a memorable stay with my husband. The front beach is quite rocky but perfect place for snorkeling as there are plenty of fishes around the beach. You can go to another secluded beach using a kayak in the resort which has a finer sand. Staff are friendly and courteous. Thank you so much

Reviewed May 11, 2022

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10.0
Exceptional
Leah from Philippines
Couple
Terrace Suite(Partial Sea View)
Stayed 1 night in March 2022

WILL DEFINITELY GO BACK”

At first, you I’ll think that the rate is quite expensive. But once you are there and have experienced the island and resort itself, every single cent is worth it! The staff was very accommodating and hospitable. The food was superb! The activities were all fabulous!! Will definitely go back here! Thank you matinloc for a wonderful and unforgettable experience!

Reviewed April 01, 2022

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10.0
Exceptional
Kimberly from United States
Couple
Garden View Junior King Suite
Stayed 3 nights in March 2020

As close to perfect as you can get! ”

The Matinloc resort is a little piece of heaven on earth! We took a chance booking online and wasn’t sure what we were in store for. We were so excited when we arrived! The staff was so friendly, the location was absolutely perfect and the food was amazing. We did an island hopping tour (booked through the resort) and it was unbelievable! The lunch they served us on the tour was so delicious. The air conditioning in our room wasn’t working when we arrived and they resolved it immediately. The snorkeling just in front of their private beach was breathtaking. Everything about our stay was just perfect.

Reviewed March 06, 2020

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10.0
Exceptional
Mark from Singapore
Couple
Garden View Junior King Suite
Stayed 2 nights in June 2022

Beautiful matinloc”

Very Peaceful Place, I love the way it is. The place is really good for those who wants to get out of the grid.

Reviewed November 07, 2022

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9.6
Exceptional
jincheng from Philippines
Family with young children
Terrace Suite
Stayed 3 nights in June 2022

Beautiful & Peaceful(But bring your own ALCOHOL)”

Such a beautiful place to stay. 1. Nice beach(not huge but good enough) 2. Crystal clear water 3. Awesome mountain in the back 4. Hidden beach nearby(5 minutes kayak distance). 5. Good island hopping package offered(not free but exclusive) 6. Staff are helpful and friendly(Jason, Iyan, Jonathon) Somethings to be improved: 1. There is no any alcohol sell, better inform guest in advance so we have time to buy and bring in our own 2. WIFI is not stable 3. Hiking Trail is broken

Reviewed June 28, 2022

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10.0
Exceptional
Jonathan from Australia
Family with young children
Terrace Suite
Stayed 2 nights in July 2022

Highlight”

Our stay was magical! Staff were so friendly. Island tour was well chosen in terms of navigating weather and best time to go. Such a peaceful place.

Reviewed July 12, 2022

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10.0
Exceptional
Jenny from Philippines
Family with young children
Garden View Junior King Suite
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

Exceptional”

outstanding service! a perfect place to bond, relax and enjoy nature with your family. great food and courteous staff.

Reviewed May 06, 2022

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10.0
Exceptional
Rominee from Singapore
Family with young children
Junior Family Suite with Balcony
Stayed 2 nights in March 2020

lovely resort”

We went there early March 2020 and everything went smoothly from staff assistance, room cleanliness to exciting amenities.

Reviewed December 29, 2020

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10.0
Exceptional
ROCKY from Philippines
Couple
Signature Suite
Stayed 1 night in September 2022

Highly recommended ”

Very pleasant and accommodating. View is fantastic

Reviewed September 20, 2022

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8.8
Excellent
Michael from Australia
Couple
Garden View Junior King Suite
Stayed 4 nights in July 2022

Amazing accommodation/location”

Location and accommodation (beach villa) is off tap. Restaurant service / knowledge of menu and food quality is the only think stopping a 5 star review. This part if the hotel was 3 star. Everything else was absolutely awesome 👌. Improve the food quality and staff knowledge of the menu and their comfortability with chatting with guests is the only improvement. The room was brilliant. The location is as good as it gets. The vibe / facilities are super nice. Really good hotel.

Reviewed July 22, 2022

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9.6
Exceptional
Emma from United States
Couple
Signature Suite
Stayed 4 nights in December 2019

Gorgeous location and pristine beach”

The location of this resort is spectacular. The beach could not be more perfect and there is excellent snorkeling right there. The staff are warm and accommodating to your every need. The only negative is the food is mediocre; for a resort this expensive, I expect much better.

Reviewed January 03, 2020

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8.8
Excellent
Stephen from Philippines
Family with teens
Family Junior Suite
Stayed 5 nights in October 2022

Excellent”

Nice resort and great service. Since occupancy was low and food must arrive by boat daily it was understandable that some menu items ran out. In spite of those driving factors the restaurant still provides adequate selection even for somewhat picky children over a 5 day stay. Still rebounding from pandemic so hiking trail is not open and only one spa therapist is on staff. Additionally, we came in on the tail end of a typhoon and learned that guests could not come/go for previous two days due to Coast Guard orders. I think the resort could have done much better communicating these things.

Reviewed November 07, 2022

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10.0
Exceptional
jinmin from South Korea
Group
Family Junior Suite
Stayed 1 night in February 2020

Perfect for relaxing ”

Excellent view, accommodation and staffs.

Reviewed February 20, 2020

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10.0
Exceptional
RENEE from United States
Couple
Beach Villa
Stayed 3 nights in January 2020

SUPERB!!!”

Fantastic location! Wonderful service! Elegant amenities!

Reviewed January 28, 2020

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10.0
Exceptional
Agnese from Latvia
Couple
Terrace Suite
Stayed 2 nights in February 2020

Place to be”

Amazing place, 100% recommended

Reviewed February 06, 2020

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9.2
Exceptional
Howell from Singapore
Couple
Garden View Junior King Suite
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

Excellent Staff”

Once you experience staying here, you'll understand why it's expensive. Overall, the excellent service and hospitality of the staff (Jun, Jayson) complemented a lot.

Reviewed May 05, 2022

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9.6
Exceptional
Darren from Australia
Family with teens
Mountain Villa
Stayed 4 nights in January 2020

Very beautiful location ”

Only con is the amount of stairs to the villas.

Reviewed February 01, 2020

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8.4
Excellent
Yueh from Taiwan
Couple
Terrace Suite
Stayed 4 nights in July 2022

Great getaway”

Nice ocean view and service yet it takes a while to arrive the resort, it's more suitable for those looking for a pure beach and do-nothing vacation. It's also much less commercial vs. other islands such as Boracay so it's your go-to choice if you are a fan of scenic view.

Reviewed December 17, 2022

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