The three-pearl Floral Villarosa Pool is a low-key, six-room property a two-minute drive from the airport via a free shuttle. Most of the modestly decorated rooms surround an attractive outdoor pool and some have balconies and lovely pebble-accented bathrooms. While the pool waterfall offers relaxing ambient noise, the roosters crowing in the morning can be bothersome. Simple Filipino fare is served in an island-style restaurant with an outdoor dining terrace for all three meals. The 24-hour front desk can arrange Underground River tours and firefly or dolphin excursions. This is a solid affordable choice in Puerto Princesa for travelers who want to be near the airport, but it's worth comparing rates at the charming Hibiscus Garden Inn -- though it lacks a pool.
The three-pearl Floral Villarosa Pool is a low-key, six-room property a two-minute drive from the airport via a free shuttle. Most of the modestly decorated rooms surround an attractive outdoor pool and some have balconies and lovely pebble-accented bathrooms. While the pool waterfall offers relaxing ambient noise, the roosters crowing in the morning can be bothersome. Simple Filipino fare is served in an island-style restaurant with an outdoor dining terrace for all three meals. The 24-hour front desk can arrange Underground River tours and firefly or dolphin excursions. This is a solid affordable choice in Puerto Princesa for travelers who want to be near the airport, but it's worth comparing rates at the charming Hibiscus Garden Inn -- though it lacks a pool.
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Puerto Princesa is a mid-range beachfront property with 50 bright rooms and suites, many with beachfront patios or balconies. A lagoon pool sits on the beachfront and the concierge can help guests book kayak rentals and horseback riding trips through the mangroves. Breakfast is included in room rates and served in an airy restaurant with poolside dining. The hotel is located 15 minutes from city center, but there’s free shuttle service (though advanced booking is required). It may be worth comparing rates and amenities at the Daluyon Beach and Mountain Resort, which has more upscale rooms.
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Puerto Princesa is a mid-range beachfront property with 50 bright rooms and suites, many with beachfront patios or balconies. A lagoon pool sits on the beachfront and the concierge can help guests book kayak rentals and horseback riding trips through the mangroves. Breakfast is included in room rates and served in an airy restaurant with poolside dining. The hotel is located 15 minutes from city center, but there’s free shuttle service (though advanced booking is required). It may be worth comparing rates and amenities at the Daluyon Beach and Mountain Resort, which has more upscale rooms.
Located across the street from popular Aldevinco shopping area, the 245-room Marco Polo Davao is an upper-middle-range hotel that caters to business travelers and families alike. Spacious rooms feature solid amenities, such as free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, minibars, and electric kettles -- but they’re starting to show some wear, and there have been complaints of poor soundproofing. Food gets good reviews at all of the hotel’s four restaurants, though the breakfast buffet is a particular favorite among guests for its variety and quality. The outdoor pool is a great perk for adults and children alike, and the spa offers a wide array of massages and salon services. The hotel also features a solid fitness center, a kids’ club, and extensive meeting space. Travelers seeking something more contemporary may want to compare rates at the Seda Abreeza Davao.
Located across the street from popular Aldevinco shopping area, the 245-room Marco Polo Davao is an upper-middle-range hotel that caters to business travelers and families alike. Spacious rooms feature solid amenities, such as free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, minibars, and electric kettles -- but they’re starting to show some wear, and there have been complaints of poor soundproofing. Food gets good reviews at all of the hotel’s four restaurants, though the breakfast buffet is a particular favorite among guests for its variety and quality. The outdoor pool is a great perk for adults and children alike, and the spa offers a wide array of massages and salon services. The hotel also features a solid fitness center, a kids’ club, and extensive meeting space. Travelers seeking something more contemporary may want to compare rates at the Seda Abreeza Davao.
The 95-room Sheridan Beach Resort and Spa is an upscale property on Sabang Beach. Contemporary rooms feature wooden details, and all have balconies or patios, many of which overlook the beach or pool. The hotel appeals to families and couples alike, with sports facilities, a beach bar, and a full-service spa. The sprawling pool is a hub of activity, featuring a swim-up bar, hot tubs, and a kiddy pool. The restaurant offers beachfront dining and uses ingredients sourced from the resort's organic farm. However, the area is remote and Wi-Fi is spotty. There aren't a ton of options in the area, but travelers may want to compare amenities at the more affordable Daluyon Beach and Mountain Resort.
The 95-room Sheridan Beach Resort and Spa is an upscale property on Sabang Beach. Contemporary rooms feature wooden details, and all have balconies or patios, many of which overlook the beach or pool. The hotel appeals to families and couples alike, with sports facilities, a beach bar, and a full-service spa. The sprawling pool is a hub of activity, featuring a swim-up bar, hot tubs, and a kiddy pool. The restaurant offers beachfront dining and uses ingredients sourced from the resort's organic farm. However, the area is remote and Wi-Fi is spotty. There aren't a ton of options in the area, but travelers may want to compare amenities at the more affordable Daluyon Beach and Mountain Resort.
The laid-back Daluyon Beach and Mountain Resort exudes a traditional vibe with its 27 thatched-roof rooms and serene setting on Sabang Beach. The mid-range hotel has spacious rooms and suites with floor-to-ceiling wooden details, and many have beachfront balconies or patios. Features include two tropically landscaped pools and a kids' pool, plus a modest gym and a billiards room. Tasty Filipino fare is served in two restaurants and there are two bars. The hotel has a 24/7 generator, but the remote village doesn’t have electricity and lacks nightlife. For a more upscale experience, check rates at the Sheridan Beach Resort and Spa.
The laid-back Daluyon Beach and Mountain Resort exudes a traditional vibe with its 27 thatched-roof rooms and serene setting on Sabang Beach. The mid-range hotel has spacious rooms and suites with floor-to-ceiling wooden details, and many have beachfront balconies or patios. Features include two tropically landscaped pools and a kids' pool, plus a modest gym and a billiards room. Tasty Filipino fare is served in two restaurants and there are two bars. The hotel has a 24/7 generator, but the remote village doesn’t have electricity and lacks nightlife. For a more upscale experience, check rates at the Sheridan Beach Resort and Spa.
The eco-friendly Secret Paradise Resort & Turtle Sanctuary has 11 rooms in a remote location on Turtle Bay. It takes an hour by boat to get here from the mainland, so once you are here, you're here, making it less than ideal for those in search of action. It's a romantic choice for couples, thanks to four private beaches and the fact that most rooms are beachfront cabins with lots of dark-wood interior features. On-site amenities include a free breakfast at the restaurant, billiards, and volleyball, and the resort has kayaks and snorkeling gear that guests can borrow free of charge. There's no real alternative in the area and travelers looking for something livelier are better off staying somewhere more urban, such as at the mid-range Corto del Mar Hotel, a short walk from Coron Town.
The eco-friendly Secret Paradise Resort & Turtle Sanctuary has 11 rooms in a remote location on Turtle Bay. It takes an hour by boat to get here from the mainland, so once you are here, you're here, making it less than ideal for those in search of action. It's a romantic choice for couples, thanks to four private beaches and the fact that most rooms are beachfront cabins with lots of dark-wood interior features. On-site amenities include a free breakfast at the restaurant, billiards, and volleyball, and the resort has kayaks and snorkeling gear that guests can borrow free of charge. There's no real alternative in the area and travelers looking for something livelier are better off staying somewhere more urban, such as at the mid-range Corto del Mar Hotel, a short walk from Coron Town.
The 400-room Henann Resort Alona Beach is a huge, upscale property with excellent dining and lovely grounds abutting the beautiful Alona Beach. Pools are particularly stunning here -- with swim-up bars, palm trees, and lots of loungers -- though the best is certainly the infinity-edge one, offering unobstructed beach views. Two of the hotel’s three restaurants are well-known among locals and visitors for their massive buffets and tasty a la carte options, and room service is available for a fee. A spa, well-equipped fitness center, and sundries shop are also on-site. Travelers can choose from a variety of contemporary rooms -- ranging from spacious standard units with balconies to villas with private pools and exclusive services -- all equipped with free Wi-Fi, air-conditioning, and cable TV. Families may prefer Mithi Resort and Spa, which has more kid-centric amenities.
The 400-room Henann Resort Alona Beach is a huge, upscale property with excellent dining and lovely grounds abutting the beautiful Alona Beach. Pools are particularly stunning here -- with swim-up bars, palm trees, and lots of loungers -- though the best is certainly the infinity-edge one, offering unobstructed beach views. Two of the hotel’s three restaurants are well-known among locals and visitors for their massive buffets and tasty a la carte options, and room service is available for a fee. A spa, well-equipped fitness center, and sundries shop are also on-site. Travelers can choose from a variety of contemporary rooms -- ranging from spacious standard units with balconies to villas with private pools and exclusive services -- all equipped with free Wi-Fi, air-conditioning, and cable TV. Families may prefer Mithi Resort and Spa, which has more kid-centric amenities.
Located on the southern end of Coron Island, the four-pearl Busuanga Bay Lodge is a boutique resort with 38 rooms plus three villas with plunge pools. All rooms have modern tech features and balconies, and most have lovely views out over the ocean. Facilities include a small fitness center, a couple of spas, three bars and restaurants with room service, a marina for boats and even seaplanes, and plenty of opportunities for water sports. There's also an infinity pool and the resort sits right on a small beach. Travelers may want to compare rates and amenities at El Rio y Mar Resort, a similarly sized resort on the northern part of the island with a more attractive beach.
Located on the southern end of Coron Island, the four-pearl Busuanga Bay Lodge is a boutique resort with 38 rooms plus three villas with plunge pools. All rooms have modern tech features and balconies, and most have lovely views out over the ocean. Facilities include a small fitness center, a couple of spas, three bars and restaurants with room service, a marina for boats and even seaplanes, and plenty of opportunities for water sports. There's also an infinity pool and the resort sits right on a small beach. Travelers may want to compare rates and amenities at El Rio y Mar Resort, a similarly sized resort on the northern part of the island with a more attractive beach.