We stayed here for two nights in Bantayan island. The owners are super friendly and allow you to…read morecheck the room before checking in. We stayed in a two bed with a bathroom, and a sink. Had a balcony and ocean view. We enjoyed our stay here and had no issues. Very close walk to the beaches and the night life. If you need a cheap place but good hotel, this is it!

The food, the place and the vibe were simply amazing. Since it's our last day in the island we…read moreordered several dishes and it all came in family size. I'm definitely coming back to this place whenever I'm in the Bantayan Island . Love it here

The CouCou Bar is one of the resort houses dotting the beautiful coast of Bantayan Island, Cebu…read more It's a good 15 minutes away from Bantayan port with several establishments close by. There's a store, some restaurants, souvenir shops, and other snack shops in the area too. The beach is around 5-10 minute walk The CouCou Bar provides basic accomodations with your choice of beds - single or twin. The interior is basic with a small TV, A/C, a cabinet that doubles as the TV stand and a separate toilet and bath. Take note that the bath area does not have a door and has just a bathroom curtain. The toilet area has a door for privacy. When you enter rhe premise, you will pass by their restaurant and the front desk area. Further down is a sprawling front yard and then the two-story villa. The rooms have a long lobby that doubles as a terrace (when you're at the second floor) and a receiving area for guests. Room rates change according to season but on lean months, it ranges from php1200-1800. The staff are all polite and accomodating and gave us a room upgrade free of charge! Definitely a place you should consider when visiting Bantayan Island.

Hey! Hey! Bantayan Island Nature Park and Resort! Where do I even start to review such gem of a…read moreplace! For starters, php200/head grants you access to their infinity pool, cave pool, fish spa, WIFI access, and billiards at the restaurant - talk about a steal! Whether you're a solo traveller, travelling with friends, or looking to bond with your family, you will find everything you need and more when you stay here. You can choose to rent a room starting at php1800.00/night or just opt for the day tour that include all the things mentioned earlier. They also have a wellness spa that's sure to take off every bit of stress in your body. Words and pictures alone aren't enough to describe this paradise so my best advice is for you to experience it yourself!

Amazing ! Everything about Bantayan Island is simply beautiful, a hidden gem located in Cebu,…read moreCentral Visayas Region. It's pretty neat that the locals were able to keep it clean, the water was crystal clear and visitors were very respectful not to trash the area. It's only a few steps down but it can be slippery. Take time to dip in the water just don't stay for long periods of time to give chance to others. I highly recommend going early in the morning. I'll be back next year

Stepping inside Micky Santoro is like stepping into an all-American pub! The lighting, the…read morefurniture, the overall ambience all lend a cool and welcoming vibe that draws you - no compels you to sit down and order. We ordered their pizza - Regina Rose, Carbonara, Micky Santoro and boy we couldn't decide which one taste better because they all taste superb! They also serve all-american meals such as burgers, cheese burgers, with a few other items in the mix (pasta, sandwiches, etc.). Desserts are in the menu too. What I really appreciate in the place is that it's clean and well-maintained. The tables are spotless and the cushions are oh so soft. We also requested that they change the channel to TV5 for the Gilas versus China game and the owner graciously agreed! Overall, it was an amazing dining experience and we'll definitely be back hopefully soon!

Brand new. They only have been operating for a year. Staff is very friendly. The facility is…read morevery clean and the design is excellent. They have a rooftop that overlooks the beach. Quiet and serene. The WiFi service is good. There aren't any tv's but who needs it here? The rooms come with a mini fridge. I can't say anything bad about this place. I'm glad I discovered this cozy place and the rates are fairly cheap. Worth the money!

Both Kota and Anika Resort were fully booked due to Valentine's weekend. There were a few options…read morethat pop-up, but after reading a few reviews about Sunshine Garden, I went ahead and booked it through Hotels.com Upon arrival, we were greeted immediately by owner, Loraine and her amazing staff. Loraine even provided us a welcome freshly brewed, ice tea. Check-in was easy, and I had two rooms booked, but Loraine only asked for one room deposit. Sunshine Garden is located about a 10-minute walk to the beach, and about a 20 minute walk into town where all the festivities are including local eateries. Very centrally located. Sunshine Garden also provides rental for scooters in house, a full served homemade breakfast. Loraine also cooks bread fresh daily which was delicious. There are about 11 rooms total in this resort. We were on the second floor, with a full balcony at back with a glimpse view of the ocean. I chuckled as I also had a few of a water buffalo and chickens. What a treat! My aunt who joined us was downstairs and she had 3 beds (really huge room), and a beautiful front porch with a table and 2 chairs which we took advantage of nightly. They have a cute gazebo with full dining table and chairs for breakfast or hanging out, including a hammock. They also provided a few books for reading, and a fantastic cat that roams the property and says hello to everyone. There is also an elder dog and apologies that I did not get the name but was also fun to watch roaming. I brought my own coffee and coffee press so you can request hot water thermos that surprisingly, lasted very hot for a full 24 hours. Bathroom and toilet are separate, bedrooms are nice and comfy. There are no phones in the room or TV, but there is a guard 24/7 after evening and the owner Loraine lives on site the property should you need additional amenities. I think the best treat staying at Sunshine Bantayan Garden Resort is the coziness and peacefulness. It is easy access to everything in town like the beach, restaurants and grocery stores, but I think the hidden gem here is their garden. It's like taking a walk in a nature park. So peaceful and very quiet at night. I would return here again when I visit Bantayan Island. Cheers!

I wish I had a WHOLE day (or two!) to explore this entire resort!…read more No, for real, next time I come through Bacolod, I am hiding out here for at least a couple of days! Last tourist spot to hit, we only had a few hours to spare. Hubbers, cuzzos and I opted for the hot springs, and the rest of our party went for massages. And the hot springs was enough. An hour before, we were in the bustles of the city. An hour later, it seems we're on a whole different planet. We were surrounded with nothing but the greeneries of the forest and the sounds of its residents and the nearby stream. It's a different kind of paradise. I haven't felt this relaxed in awhile! This whole resort has a lot to explore. Accommodations come in different forms: hotel, regular cottages, family cottages, etc. There's a walking path to waterfalls. Plenty of pools and a lagoon. Like I mentioned there's a massage center. Two days may not even be enough! But what a way to end our tour of Bacolod! So glad we have fam here to show us around! Definitely looking forward to coming back!

I thought the rope course at Campuestohan was hard work. Well, climbing up a mountain to see and…read moreswim in the falls was harder. My cousin (Megan), best friend (Jani) and I were smart enough to do the trekking first. Our aunt had told us that we had to see the falls. So off we went to see the falls. The guide told us that it would take us one hour to get to the falls. I thought that climbing up would be easy. It wasn't. I also thought that the first falls we saw was the legit one. It wasn't. There are six small falls you pass before you get to the one you can swim in. After an hour of dragging ourselves up to the falls, the only thing we could say was, "Worth it!" This resort has other things to do as well. There's a spa. You know, after trekking, you can relax here. There's a food court if you're too lazy to bring your own food. They have many swimming pools. Some are hot. Others are cold (unless a kid starts peeing in the pool). There's a lagoon for boating. They also have a slide for life which is pretty cool. They also have a canopy walk in which you walk through the resort a number of feet from the ground. I suggest that you bring a car when you go to this resort. It's big! And for those who aren't really into trekking or outdoor activities, your body will hurt and it's hard to walk around from one activity to the next. Take a car. Also, reserve early. There are huts for the day and there are rooms for night. Plan which activities you want to go to and which you can forgo. But if I were you, I'd make it a point to go up to see the falls.