Happy Gecko Dive Resort
Happy Gecko Dive Resort
Offering an accommodations with a dove center, Happy Gecko Dove Resort is located on Bunaken Island in North Sulawesi, just steps from the island’s world-famous beaches and diving sites. It features a private beach area and a restaurant. Bunaken Island can be accessed via Manado Harbor, which is a 30-minute drive from Sam Ratulangi Airport. From Manado Harbor, it takes a 45-minute boat ride to the island. Happy Gecko Dove Resort offers airport pick-up and boat transfer services at an extra charge. The resort provides standalone bungalows with views of the sea. They also have comfortable seating areas outdoors and a balcony with a hammock. Fitted with simple furniture, the wood bungalows come equipped with an private bathroom and a fan. There is a restaurant and bar offering local specialties and a selection of beverages. The resort also provides diving and snorkeling facilities.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Free Wifi (3 Mbps)
- Beachfront
- Airport shuttle
- Restaurant
- Bar
- Breakfast
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Guests who stayed here loved
Claire
Singapore“Super friendly staff. The owners are great. There is a very friendly vibe. The food is delicious, homemade and shared with the other guests. The view from the room is incredible. The restaurant/ lounge area is super comfortable. Great dives and...”
Paul
Canada“Snorkeling on the dive boat was excellent. Felt I was being looked out for. Two different locations each morning. Great dive crew. Bed in the cabin was comfortable.”
Leeana
United States of America“We only stayed one night because my husband developed a quite severe ear infection, and we had to return to the mainland. The owner, Willeke, was so gracious and kind and refused to let us pay for the entire stay. She also arranged our...”
Karin
Sweden“Excellent interaction with other guests. Knowledgeable and very pleasant hosts. Professional dive master. High quality rental equipment. Local good quality food.”- Carl
Panama“Nice and helpful staff, very good food at all 3 daily meals, nice beach to swim and snorkeling at the reef, quiet place. Excellent diving and snorkeling tours.” - Laurence
United Kingdom“Loved the stay here. Brilliant accomodation and great people who run the place. Excellent diving can be easily arranged too! Highly recommend” 
Megan United Kingdom“Amazing location by the beach and the absolutely stunning reef so close. The food was fantastic, we had 21 meals in total here over a week and not one of them was bad or anything to complain about, it was delicious. The staff were all so good at...”
Sandra
Austria“very warm welcome by the owners and very helpful in everykind of organisation, spacious bungalow with vans, great sense of humour, very good food,amazing snorkelling and diving spot ever seen”
Nina
Switzerland“The people at happy Gecko is AMAZING. Starting from the staff in the kitchen who prepare amazing food everyday to the owners who really do everything they can to help you as a guest. Special thanks to the Dive-guys on the boat and our guide Jimmy,...”
Erich
Brunei“Delicious food, generous helpings. Friendly, helpful and attentive Willeke and staff. Made us feel at home. Thank you very much for a most enjoyable time. Highly recommended!”
Hosted by Willeke en Jerry
Area info
Restaurants1 Restaurant On Site
- Restaurant #1
- CuisineIndonesian
- AmbienceTraditional
- Dietary optionsHalal • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
Amenities of Happy Gecko Dive ResortGreat facilities! Review score, 8.9
Most popular amenities
- Free Wifi (3 Mbps)
- Beachfront
- Airport shuttle
- Restaurant
- Bar
- Breakfast
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bathtub or shower
- Private Bathroom
- Toilet
- Shower
Bedroom
- Linens
View
- Garden view
- Sea view
- View
Outdoors
- Outdoor furniture
- Beachfront
- Balcony
- Terrace
- Garden
Room Amenities
- Socket near the bed
- Clothes rack
Activities
- Beach
- SnorkelingAdditional charge
- DivingAdditional charge
Living Area
- Sitting area
Food & Drink
- Special diet meals (on request)
- Bar
- Restaurant
InternetFree Wifi 3 Mbps. Suitable for browsing the internet and sending and receiving emails and messages. Speed test carried out by the host.
ParkingNo parking available.
Services
- Private check-in/out
- Baggage storage
- LaundryAdditional charge
- Airport shuttleAdditional charge
Front Desk Services
- Invoice provided
Entertainment & Family Services
- Board games/Puzzles
- Board games/puzzles
Safety & security
- Key access
General
- Mosquito net
- Private entrance
- Fan
Accessibility
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Languages Spoken
- English
- Indonesian
- Dutch
House rulesHappy Gecko Dive Resort takes special requests – add in the next step!
Child policies
Children over 13 are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
Prices for extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
There are no cribs available at this property.
All extra beds are subject to availability.
The fine printMust-know information for guests at this property
Please note that the accommodations is located on a hill and has many stairs. It is not suitable for families with young children (under the age of 6 years old) and people with walking disabilities.
Please note that extra charges such as dove trips, boat transfer, or drinks can only be paid in cash at the property. Please note that credit card facilities, banks, or ATMs are not available on the island.
Please inform Happy Gecko Dive Resort of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), make sure you're booking this property in accordance with the destination's local government guidelines, including (but not limited to) the purpose of travel and maximum group size.
FAQs about Happy Gecko Dive Resort
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Check-in at Happy Gecko Dive Resort is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.
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Happy Gecko Dive Resort has 1 restaurant:
- Restaurant #1
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Guests staying at Happy Gecko Dive Resort can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 10.0).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- À la carte
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The nearest beach is 350 feet from Happy Gecko Dive Resort. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Happy Gecko Dive Resort offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
- Snorkeling
- Diving
- Beachfront
- Beach
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The prices at Happy Gecko Dive Resort may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
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Yes, Happy Gecko Dive Resort is popular with guests booking family stays.
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Happy Gecko Dive Resort is 1.9 miles from the center of Bunaken. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
