Finding this place is one of the perks of having family as locals. My brother in law brought us to…read morethis small haven in Algeria when my family went on vacation. The view was absolutely DIVINE! (see what I did there? ;) We were greeted by a modest picture of an open concept structure. However as you draw near, you know that the simplicity was a perfect complement to the peaceful nature it rests upon. The nice breeze and sound of the sea welcomes your approach. What greets you in the lobby is the breathtaking view of the infinity pool leading towards the sea. My son loved it so much he quickly asked if he can jump in, and that he did. He stayed there the entire day I might add. Conveniently the rooms (all 9 of them) were just a few steps from the pool so it was not so hard to keep an eye out for him. The rooms are no suite but are adequately sized for a family of 3. They were clean with everything we needed. Surprisingly the beds and the linen sheets were hotel grade and yes I can tell they are because when you're pregnant you tend to be very picky and observant for such comforts. They even have a common kitchen but hardly used it. There is a restaurant nearby though so food wasn't an issue. Service was superb, staff - friendly, made us feel right at home. Apparently this location is close to adventures and tourist attractions. Kawasan Falls, Canyoneering and Sardine Run were just a few minutes away as we were told. Our intent was to go Whale Shark Watching in a neighbouring town, Oslob. Their staff was very accommodating to help us with arrangements. Oh and their English is superb so no worries in communication. The cherry on top to this beautiful place was the stunning sunsets as the days end. I wish I have words to describe the feeling when you see it but you will just have to be there to see and experience it for yourself. Memories were indeed made.

I have been on a lot of dive trips but Magic Island ranks with the best. The entire operation from…read morethe landscapers to the kitchen the dive shop to the office were fantastic. Very friendly, outgoing and accommodating. I would highly recommend this resort. Would definitely return. No one in the group had anything but praise for our stay here. 5 stars

From the owner: Delivering a full resort experience for SCUBA Divers. Excellent dive shop located right next to the…read moreocean, you can literally step from the dive center onto the dive boat. Some of the best food in the Philippines, caters for all dietary needs and tastes. Spar offers superb massage, pedicure and manicure. 10 individual, spacious bungalows ensures the resort never feels over crowded.

Tejero Highland and Adventure Park offers great outdoor activities and swimming facilities…read moreguaranteed to delight people of all ages. How to Get There: Ride a jeepney to Valencia (php12/person) from Dumaguete public market with a dropoff point in Valencia public plaza. From there, ride a trike going to the address. It's about 15-20 minutes and is located right along the road so you can't miss it. Fare is php40.00 - one way. Related Fees: Entrance : php60.00 per person - includes access to the pool area Cottage: php200.00 There are two types of pool area in the venue. The first one is where the pool is filled with water from the river and the other one is filled with chemical treated water. If you choose the latter, you will have access to two swimming pools, the first one just after you enter the premise and the other one just after it, separated by a pathway going down. The second pool area has slides if you're into that. Food is available in the venue's very own restaurant and they are cheap. You can choose to eat it inside the resto or bring it with you to your cottage. Price ranges between php120-250. Try their pizza, either the cheesy or the meaty variety. It's super affordable at just php200 (cheesy) and php250 (meaty). Soda, water, shakes, juices, etc can also be bought frommthe resto and they're also very affordable. For thrill seeking adventurers, you can opt to try out their ATV or Zipline. ATV rental is at php200-250 while zipline is at 150. It's just one way though so think about that. Don't forget to go down the hanging bridge just after the second pool area. You will have a majestic view of the water flowing from the mountain cascading from one huge boulder to the other. I was a bit hesitant to go to Tejero at first but I'm glad I did. It was all worth it. Try to reserve one day when you're in Dumaguete and visit this paradise. You'll be glad you did.

Very clean resort! It's a tiny resort but comfortable large rooms with a nice size pool. We…read moretraveled through several countries in the area and this resort had one of our top breakfasts! So fresh and delicious 10/10. The grounds and the pool were cleaned everyday. Our children enjoyed playing in the water with the owners son.

I was told to visit Bohol so I did some research and chose to stay in the Alona Beach area. This…read moreproperty had excellent reviews on TripAdvisor and Booking.com, so I took a chance and stayed here. I was weirded out by the booking process, which required submitting half the total cost of the stay via wire transfer or PayPal, which is something scammers do. Even more disturbing was that I messaged them via booking.com to accept that they recieved the deposit thru PayPal and they did not respond. In the US, this is discouraging for travelers since it is common practice to use credit cards since they are safer for the consumer. Luckily, it was not a scam and I was able to check in with no problem. It's worth noting that this property is cash only in every regard. They only accept cash, which means you need to bring a big wad of pesos with you. The bill on checkout is also paid via cash, as is the restaurant tab or any expenses you may incur. They should probably look into accepting at least Mastercard or Visa, since no credit card especially when reserving is a dealbreaker for cautious people. The resort is very small but very nice, with only a few bungalows. That meant we didn't really see many other guests for the duration of our stay. There is an onsite restaurant and a small but nice pool. There is a laundry service (3rd party, but handled by the property). They are also able to help you arrange tours and rides to and from the airport. They also rent motorbikes, if you are so inclined. I think the best way to describe this resort is, for private people who want to be left alone. The room itself was half of a duplex, with a nice bathroom and functional design. The air conditioner worked wonderfully, and I was able to have many nights of good sleep. The property itself is nicely maintained. We ate at the restaurant quite a bit, for breakfast and for dinner. The food is excellent quality and the prices are fair for the area. My only reservations about this property were that 1- It can be difficult to find, especially if you are unfamiliar with the area. Even some drivers had no idea where it was (across the FilOil gas station). 2- It's at the end of a dirt road, and the road can be difficult to walk especially when it rains 3- The property has some strange rules, but they're obviously in place because some guests did something crazy and made a need for the rules. I personally had no problem with the rules, because I have common courtesy, but I can see some people getting offended by them. 4- Only handsoap and shampoo (had to ask) for toiletries. The only resort out of 5 I stayed in during my trip with incomplete amenities. The front desk person told me that they're having an issue with the vendor regarding it, so it was unavailable.

So this resort is an icon of the island, and it boasts some of the best views on the island. For…read morethe most part, it is very quiet and relaxing. However, be warned that it can get busy on the weekends with outside quests paying a fee to use the pool and the grounds. The rock itself is loaded with secluded spots to sit and check out the ocean or just contemplate life. And the giant steel octopus is a hit with kids and adults alike. Mangodlong also has a very good restaurant that has great food anytime of the day. Finally, everyone on staff is so nice that you'll feel very fortunate to be a guest.

Service is excellent. Dine on the sand under the coconut trees. Clean rooms and grounds. Strong AC…read morein all the rooms. The best part is the first class spa. It's like you've been transported to the jungle of Bali. Classy. Serene. Spiritual. Top notch place.

My husband and I just left after a 6 day visit at Coco Grove. We had an AMAZING time. The entire…read morestaff made us feel at home And so patient with our 101 questions! From the bartender who figured out our favorite drink to the personal care we received on an excursion (I could go on & on) Breathtaking views! Manicure grounds and spotless rooms. It was an experience of a life time, Thank you ps.....be sure and visit "Shaka"

Enjoyed our PI vacation last summer 2015 and stayed at the Border side mountain resort . A slice of…read moreyour own paradise indeed . Away from the city , the crowd and noise. only 30-45min drive from the city proper if without traffic. Best place to enjoy nature and quietness without breaking your piggy bank. Very affordable , people and the owner are very hospitable and mostly very clean pool. You can also book the place exclusively at a Very low price so you can have a good time with your friends, family and love ones . This is great place for team building,parties and different occasion , for backpackers , climbers and even for not so "outdoorsy" people and just want to chill. Although it's hard to get signal for your phone, but isn't it the purpose why we wanted to have " relax" time , "US" time or "bonding time " ? so we can unplugged ourselves sometimes from the techy devices that glued us in our everyday life? Here at Borderside Resort, you can enjoy quality time with your love ones and be able to appreciate life and treasure the time spent with the people closes to your heart. Good vibes always. Thank BSMR staff!

Tucked away at the end of a long dirt road is the gem that is Momo's Beach House. Intimate casual…read moreresort with a friendly and attentive staff, laid back environment, right on the white sanded beach. Had a dinner served beach side with the family and it was one of the best meals during our Phillipines trip. Great place to unwind and feel the cool ocean breeze. While we were here there were not many other guests, it often felt like we had the place to ourselves. A little difficult to get to, hire a driver that knows the lay of the land, I would not recommend driving there yourself if you are not familiar with the area. Overall we enjoyed our time here a lot and I would definitely recommend it.

Rate is 4.5 stars…read more Why ? Unfortunately one snotty staff at the restaurant and pricey food and yet not so good. BUT other than that it was a almost perfect get away place. Majority of the staff were helpful and polite and basically just left us alone to ourselves. Rooms were clean and spacious. Bed was big , hot and cold showers, ensuite bathroom , pool and it's own beach front. Taking food and drinks from the outside is not allowed but every now and then we would smuggle some bread for emergency purpose and breakfast. Staff just told us to make sure to put in in the fridge to avoid the ants. Each room has a small veranda where you can enjoy your coffee and tea in the morning or just relax in the afternoon. Wifi is only available in the resto area.