Pangalisang Beach, Bunaken, North Sulawesi, 95000 Bunaken, Indonesia
#2 of 5 vacation rentals in Bunaken
Guests' ChoiceBased on 114 hotel reviews
8.9Cleanliness
8.8
Comfort
8.7
Location
9.6
Facilities
8.7
Staff
9.5
Value for money
8.8
Free WiFi
7.2
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End of dialog contentReviewed: May 4, 2024
Margot
SingaporeEverything, it is well located on the island, the bungalows are lovely, food is amazing and staff incredible! Special thanks to Connor for the dives!
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: April 25, 2024
Livia
Switzerlandbeautiful place with great food, lovely staff, great atmosphere. diving was arranged in small groups which we appreciated. we loved it here and would stay again :)
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 1, 2024
Xinzheng
Chinano hot water for shower.
The 3will dive resort afford the full meal. Although the dishes are nearly same everyday, but every dishes are delicious especially the curry chicken and fresh fruit, I love the papaya most. About the accommodation, it's really natural, but I felt so annoy with those ants. About diving, I highly recommend Adam, I've been dived with him about 15 dives, he's so patient and humor.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 31, 2024
John
United States of AmericaWifi only around dining room & office. Not in cabins
Love the rustic cabins right on the shore. Food was very good. Staff was very friendly and attentive to our needs. Diving staff were experienced, great guides, very friendly
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 30, 2024
Nadia
NetherlandsWe liked our time here. Everything is arranged and well taken care of. The staff is helpful and friendly. The food is good and the place is very close to the Bunaken village!
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 29, 2024
Bowen
AustraliaGreat budget resort, lovely private bungalow, diving was excellent, well organised and safe. Hire gear was great quality. Highly recommend 2 dives and a massage per day option. The food was okay. Very clean, staff extremely helpful.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 12, 2024
Tali
United KingdomPoor Wifi service. Is available only in the public areas, and even there - not always. I wish the dive instructors would have paid more attention to the snorkelers I've been badly burned by a fire coral, an incident that could've been easily avoided had I been given the proper warnings. .
The location, the beach, the food, the atmosphere, the staff.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: February 24, 2024
Toomikr
EstoniaHumidity in the room! We were there at rainy season and even air condition did not help (we kept it in 24/7). My shoes were moldy on the shelf, all clothes were moist all the time. But it's the rainy season
Perfect stay for snorkeling. We stayed 10 nights and enjoyed every day there. You can go snorkel with divers, there is plenty to see for snorkelers omn dive sites and price is ok. We also took private trips to Tangkoko national park and also dolphin watching. Both were great! The food is delicious! If you do not like diving or snorkeling, you can come here just for food :) Every day different joyces (except breakfast), we just loved it! All area is lovely, the garden there is a paradise. At the evening you can walk to the village and enjoy sunset from the jetty. Or you can walk to massage or you can ask that they will take you to the massage.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: January 27, 2024
Nadia
FranceInternet is not the fastest but considering the location it’s totally acceptable
The location for diving is amazing, the dives sites are all very close. The place is quiet. The staff is friendly and helpful. I will definitely go back.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: January 26, 2024
Mel
United KingdomNo air con in my hut.. (my bad)
The staff were super friendly. They made every effort to make it a lovely stay, and also cheerfully accommodated requests for additional things (eg alternate food to be cooked due to dietary requirements). All the staff were great. Fabulous place, ambiance and service.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: January 13, 2024
Chrisshona
United KingdomFor us, the mattress felt like it might need replacing.
Excellent food with lots of variation. Lovely gardens next to the mangrove beach (and the beach was pretty clean). Helpful staff. Diving was excellent and well organised. Location is just a short ride from the public ferry boat (thank you for the free pick up and drop off!) Diving costs initially felt pricey, but we think the quality of equipment, boat, guide and having small dive groups justified it.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: January 6, 2024
John
MalaysiaWe would really have liked there to be a clear non-smoking policy in the dining area. Not all guests were considerate.
The staff were super friendly and helpful. The snorkeling on the house reef was the best on the island. The diversity of the fish and quantity was exceptional. We loved the fact that no music was played in the dining area.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: January 1, 2024
Elaine
SingaporeBathroom wasn’t so clean. Bugs and insect poo everywhere in the bathroom. I understand it’s an island but they don’t clean up the room in the whole 3 days we stayed. Maybe I should have asked! Room ceilings were low in the apartment block ( I stayed on second level). I know the idea is to spend time out at sea, but it would be nice to come home to a spacious room. I think the sea-facing bungalows were better. Also the resort faces a mangrove swamp so it’s not a white open sandy-beach-situation . In other words if you’re not diving you wouldn’t feel inspired to chill on the beach as it feels slightly closed-in.
Loved the staff, food, puppies, snorkelling at the stunning house reef. Clean sheets, comfortable bed. Nice warm shower with good water pressure (gentle saline water that didn’t sting eyes). Staff really supports and helps you where it matters. Also very friendly and clear in communication. I didn’t dive but went on dive boat with a group of others. It was a great experience to snorkel while they dived. if you want a more private experience, and are not diving, good to rent your own small boat with a fisherman,to snorkel or watch dolphins.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: November 21, 2023
Benjamin
SwitzerlandSome noise from the road and party music from village (pretty standard everywhere in northern Sulawesi though).
Amazing staff that helped with everything and solved all problems. Diving staff was absolutely professional and fun to be around. The setting of the resort is nice and the snorkelling from the beach couldn’t be much better. The food was really tasty and for us there was always a vegetarian option available.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: November 6, 2023
Clara
DenmarkThe fan in the room could be better, but nothing major.
Nice place to stay if you like snorkeling and diving combined with great atmosphere and amazing staff. The food was delicious and something new every meal.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: October 31, 2023
Yinan
ChinaNothing
The location is absolutely fantastic A lovely scene in resort
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: October 11, 2023
Sophia
United States of AmericaI had a fantastic stay at 3WILL! The diving is beautiful and well-organized, the food and accommodation are great, and the location on the beach is perfect. Connor and all the staff were so friendly and helpful and really went above and beyond to ensure the best possible stay. Definitely one of the best places I’ve stayed and I hope to come back soon :)
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: October 6, 2023
Ioannakalo
GreeceA diving resort that is very well run in terms of lodging, dining as well as diving. The cabin was as described/depicted in photos, frequently cleaned and sheets changed when asked. The food is amazing and varied, while vegetarian and pescatarian options are suitably offered. The whole team try their best, are easy going and speak English. As for the diving, it is a blessed place, even if you only snorkel around the resort you will have the opportunity to see turtles and milliards of fish and creatures. It makes up for an excellent holiday. I would definitely visit again! Thank you guys for the comfortable stay
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: September 13, 2023
Arnaudld
FranceRoom is really beautiful and nice spot to dive, rent a scooter and go around the Island
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: September 2, 2023
Mirko
GermanyWe had the best time at 3Will Dive Resort. Everybody was super welcoming and they tried everything to make it an amazing stay. The reef and diving spots were amazing, they took care of our dietary wishes and it felt like a family with the team and the other guests. Thanks again!!
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: August 29, 2023
Marie-therese
Austrianothing
amazing dive school (most diving places only 20 minutes away; recommend also dolphin tour for €10- so many dolphins and we were the only boot), great food & very attentive staff in restaurant (I stayed for 14 days and was always excellent food), lovely beach with sun beds, very nice beach bungalow (partly open bathroom; did not need A/C or even fan at night), friendly and supportive staff; I felt very welcome, loved when they placed guitar music some nights; bring cash if you wish to take massages at the beach; anything else easy payment (credit card or bank transfer also possible in€); excellent snorkelling
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: August 27, 2023
Sophie
SingaporeThere was no wifi in the room. The toilet tap water was quite little and tap didn’t work very well.
Good food provided with variety for the different meals. Rooms were clean. The diving was arranged onsite and was very well arranged. We felt very safe diving with 3will.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: August 26, 2023
Samantha
United KingdomMaybe a little noisy during the night, but this is surely the best stay in Bunaken
Lovely stay with amazing staff, always available to help and support during the stay. They managed all tours perfectly and professionally. The place is like a small community of travellers where you can engage and interact.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: August 23, 2023
Ingmar
Germany• Very expensive - even in comparision to other Indonesian dive resorts with a comparable approach (my by far most expensive stay in Indonesia) • Room Facilities & Services were a bit poor given the the high accomodation price, e.g. - No WIFI in the room, only available close to the restaurant area (I understand their approach keeping people together in the "social" areas. However, there is sometimes private or confidential online correspondence required, which should not be heard/seen from all folks around. I, for example, postponed a job application interview to another time and location, as I did'nt want all people listening to my interview) - No hot water in the shower, - No room ceaning during the whole stay - No hair dryer etc.... • As said (see above) diving was really depending on the dive master. Next to the great experience with Jo (see likes) I had another experience which was the complete opposite: On day 1 I had a divemaster who showed no to me recognizable interest in the diver and its experience level (not asking questions how many dives I had or if I was facing challenges in the past - which was everywhere else I was diving so far, absolutely standard), during the dive he was consistently touching corals & other marine life, after the dive he left the ocean immediately when the boat arrived putting himself into the sun - while I was still in the water, trying to release my weight belt and fins, there was no communication afterwards about the seen marine life, he just moved away without saying any word. One of my most "special" experiences so far! Thank god the gave me on day 2 another instructor!
• Location: directly on the Mangrove covered beach (nice shadow supplied by the lush foliage), Reef for amazing snorkeling directly in front of the resort • Beautiful resort area (settled in a lush tropical garden, nice social areas like restaurant etc.) • My bungalow was pretty and spacious • The kitchen lady was really nice and helpful, trying to meet all dietary requirements (e.g. I have a seafood allergy and they cooked me on a "seafood-day" an individual dinner with chicken) • The food tastes very good - however after a few days it is a bit monotonous • The diving was heavily depending on the dive guide: I was diving on 2 days. On day 2 I had a really great dive master (Jo) who dealt pretty well with challenging circumstances (e.g. heavy current and due to different experience levels of the divers in the group there was different dealing with the situation -> Jo stayed calm & friendly and managed to hold the group together (which was quiet challenging!) and even in this situation he showed us interesting marine life • The hotel manager Connor was great: He was taking care of really EVERY thing. Respect!
Stayed in August 2023
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