Name: Jonaths Cottage Bunaken
Address: Pantai Pangalisang, 95000 Bunaken, Indonesia, Pantai Pangalisang, North Sulawesi, 95000, Indonesia
Price range: Prices for upcoming dates start at $21 per night (We Price Match)
Rating: 6.9

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Jonath's was fine; good location, staff was attentive, food was good. Brackish showers were a bummer, you never feel dry. Electricity was sporadic. I'd suggest allowing an extra day of travel back to Manado, ferry doesn't always operate.

Anonymous, United States of America

Our bungalow was excellent, overlooking the sea & near the dining hall.

Edward, Singapore

Location right on the beach (mangroves), the family cottage is big with two rooms, sitting room and a terrace. 4 bikes available for guests free of charge.

Jarmila, Switzerland

Good location. Snorkel out the front and drift along the wall. Good mountain bikes were included for free.

Peter, Australia

- The location was very nice especially if you like mangroves. - The overall impression of the cottages was nice, but no attention to the details. - Clean and the bed was comfortable.

Fede, Italy

Great place, quiete, good food, lovely people. Cottage with all you need. Close to the village Right on the beach with mangrove and a great spot for snorkeling. We definitely recommand it !

Frederique, France

Comfortable room (with good mosquito nets) on the beach. Although the beach itself isn't very attractive (largely mangroves) you can swim straight out onto the coral reefs. Good food. Wifi in dining area. There is a nice little bar about 5 minutes walk up the track with live music.

Niall, United Kingdom

The snorkeling was the best on the planet. The tapestry of underwater life is shockingly beautiful. We had the best boats, captains and crew, cook and staff. The people are nice, engaging and trustworthy. I always felt safe while speed snorkeling along the coral reefs. Local expert guides are essential. The fastest currents in the world can be scary and spectacular. Drift snorkeling and calm reefs are equally amazing. The hum/vibration of the jungle is second to none. Tribal drums and 3am were precious. No bug bites and I have been chowed/eaten alive by no-see-ums in the Caribbean.

Charles, United States of America

Location - really great access to the best snorkelling sites with awesome corals. Yes during low tide, you must walk a little but it's really not that far and you still can swim. Staff - Helpful and friendly

Anonymous, Malaysia

The location is really great , close to the beach and awesome snorkelling sites. Even during the low tide, we walked to the snorkelling area, and swim straight in like a giant pool. We love the place because it’s quiet and peaceful, clean. Staff is helpful.

Anonymous, Malaysia

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8.3

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“Jonath's was fine; good location, staff was attentive, food was good. Brackish showers were a bummer, you never feel dry. Electricity was sporadic.”

United States of America
“Our bungalow was excellent, overlooking the sea & near the dining hall.”

Edward Singapore
“Location right on the beach (mangroves), the family cottage is big with two rooms, sitting room and a terrace. 4 bikes available for guests free of charge.”

Jarmila Switzerland
“Good location. Snorkel out the front and drift along the wall. Good mountain bikes were included for free.”

Peter Australia
“- The location was very nice especially if you like mangroves. - The overall impression of the cottages was nice, but no attention to the details. - Clean and the bed was comfortable.”

Fede Italy
“Great place, quiete, good food, lovely people. Cottage with all you need. Close to the village Right on the beach with mangrove and a great spot for snorkeling. We definitely recommand it !”

Frederique France
“Comfortable room (with good mosquito nets) on the beach. Although the beach itself isn't very attractive (largely mangroves) you can swim straight out onto the coral reefs. Good food.”

Niall United Kingdom
“The snorkeling was the best on the planet. The tapestry of underwater life is shockingly beautiful. We had the best boats, captains and crew, cook and staff.”

Charles United States of America
“Location - really great access to the best snorkelling sites with awesome corals. Yes during low tide, you must walk a little but it's really not that far and you still can swim.”

Malaysia
“The location is really great , close to the beach and awesome snorkelling sites. Even during the low tide, we walked to the snorkelling area, and swim straight in like a giant pool.”

Malaysia

Offering a garden, Jonaths Cottage Bunaken offers accommodations in Bunaken. Manado is 8.7 mi away. Free WiFi is provided .

All units have a seating area. Some units include a terrace and/or balcony. Bed linen is offered.

Jonaths Cottage Bunaken also includes a barbecue. Guests can enjoy a drink at the on-site bar.

The property has a private beach area and bike hire is available. You can engage in various activities, such as snorkeling and cycling.

The nearest airport is Sam Ratulangi International Airport. It takes a 60-minute drive from the airport to the harbor and another 60-minute boat ride to get to Jonaths Cottage Bunaken.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.3 for a two-person trip.

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Soekarno Bridge
8.5 miles
Manado Harbor
8.6 miles
Ban Hin Kiong Temple
8.8 miles
Manado Mega Mall
9.1 miles
North Sulawesi State Museum
9.1 miles
Manado Town Square
9.8 miles
Malalayang Beach
10 miles
Bahu Mall
10.2 miles
Grand Merciful Building
10.5 miles
Christ Blessing
12.4 miles

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10.7 miles

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“This place is located in a very nice spot, although the isand of Bunaken is wonderful in general. We stayed in the big room (deluxe), and it was super comfortab...”

Etna

Spain

9.1

“Great place, quiete, good food, lovely people. Cottage with all you need. Close to the village Right on the beach with mangrove and a great spot for snorkeling...”

Frederique

France

“Location - really great access to the best snorkelling sites with awesome corals. Yes during low tide, you must walk a little but it's really not that far a...”

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Malaysia

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Food: Indonesian, Seafood, Local

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All children are welcome.

Free! One child under 6 years stays free of charge when using existing beds.

Any additional older children or adults are charged IDR 300000 per night for extra beds.

The maximum number of extra beds in a room is 1.

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Pets are not allowed.

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Please note that public boat leaves daily except Sundays at 13:00 to 14:00 from the canal on the north side of Manado. It returns to Manado from the jetty in Bunaken village at 08:00 to 08:30 every morning except Sundays. Private boat charter to Bunaken is also available in the Manado Harbor and behind the Celebes Hotel. Both options incur additional charges.

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Reviewed: May 6, 2019

Anonymous
Malaysia
Age group: 35 – 44

3 helpful votes
7.9

“Nice”
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Economy Cottage
- • Stayed 5 nights
Electricity - supply can be interrupted almost everyday on the island. It's not a problem if you have power banks and torch. (It's an awesome adventure because you can see lots creatures like huge crabs, eagle rays , fishes from the beach - at the mangrove area) Food - OK but it can be very boring everyday same food.
Location - really great access to the best snorkelling sites with awesome corals. Yes during low tide, you must walk a little but it's really not that far and you still can swim. Staff - Helpful and friendly

Stayed in April 2019
Reviewed: May 3, 2019

Anonymous
Malaysia
Age group: 35 – 44

3 helpful votes
7.9

Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Economy Cottage
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The food is OK but it is boring. It’s same food style everyday .They offer free coffee and tea but the cup is so small~ Suggestion to replace to mugs.
The location is really great , close to the beach and awesome snorkelling sites. Even during the low tide, we walked to the snorkelling area, and swim straight in like a giant pool. We love the place because it’s quiet and peaceful, clean. Staff is helpful.

Stayed in April 2019
Reviewed: February 21, 2019

Eric
Netherlands

1 helpful vote
4.2

Disappointing
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Cottage
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The worst value for money ever experienced. All inclusive meant water and tea and the most simple of meals. The only drink available (paid) at the nonexisting bar was beer. Communication between headoffice (manahassa hotel) and Island was lousy. The requested pick up was not arranged, we found out after arriving at the airport. This in the end proved ok, because by arranging it ourselves we only paid half of the one million rupiah the hotel would have charges us. No electricity in the afternoon (without notice) which also meant no water because of electric pump. No room cleaning in four days. Local staff tied their best, but very reactive. Luxury cottage was basic at best. After checking in our new hotel we found cockroaches in our luggage. Never again!!!!
The view. And the departure.

Stayed in February 2019
Reviewed: October 7, 2018

Edward
Singapore
6.7

“We enjoyed Bunaken & Jonaths was just a short walk to the public jetty”
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Family Bungalow
- • Stayed 3 nights
The Wifi signal was weak & kept drifting off because hey used a small, weak router. There were 3 bikes, but one is always used by one of their staff, leaving 2 free bikes for everyone to share. There were 3 of us & others staying at the point in time. If they had left the bike availability out, it would be better for their image.
Our bungalow was excellent, overlooking the sea & near the dining hall.

Stayed in October 2018
Reviewed: September 19, 2018

Siv
Germany
9.2

Awesome
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Economy Cottage
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Good food and excellent location!

Stayed in September 2018
Reviewed: September 18, 2018

Etna
Spain

3 helpful votes
9.2

“Perfect place with access to snorkel paradise”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Cottage
- • Stayed 4 nights
You need to have in mind electricity is off in some moments of the day, so if you stay in the room during midday, it gets quite hot inside the room because you cannot use AC, also hot water depends on electricity. However, most of the time electricity is running. This place don't have a proper beach to sunbathing if that is what you look for, but you can swim straight from the beach and do snorkel. I didn't used the shuttle service to airport because it's a bit expensive compared with other options.
This place is located in a very nice spot, although the isand of Bunaken is wonderful in general. We stayed in the big room (deluxe), and it was super comfortable and had great views from the private terrace. The bed was huge and comfortable, which we looked for after a full night and day to arrive to Bunaken. The AC is great too. Running hot water available (a bit salty but is like this in all places of the island I think). They serve three meals a day. Regarding breakfast, if you ask you can choose between having pancakes, sandwich or egg-based dish. I have to say the meals were wonderfully cooked, and against of what I read in other reviews, they vary from day to day (obviously rice is omnipresent): fish, pork, beef, vegetables, eggs... cold water, tea and coffee are free and available at any moment. They let you use snorkel material for free. They can also arrange motorbike renting, and have bikes available. The main village of the island is very close, 15' walking and 5' in bike/motorbike. Staff mantain the space clean all the time and are very nice people. If you are interested in snorkelling, they have a great direct access to the reef from their beach. You have to be wary of the tides though, because when they get low, access from the beach can be tricky. Right in front of the stay, you will be able to see infinite species of fishes, and we even spotted a couple of sea turtles!! Amazing! I arranged my transfer to Manado airport with some local guy and price was better thant the offered from the hotel. If you don't mind much about comfort, you can reach and leave Bunaken by public boat too (except on Sundays). Overall, recommended place with good price in comparison with other stays here in Bunaken.

Stayed in September 2018
Reviewed: August 28, 2018

Jarmila
Switzerland
7.1

Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Family Bungalow
- • Stayed 2 nights
There is not much food provided while being on full board. Only 1 staff member spoke English. Not hotel's fault but travellers should know that swimming from the property is not possible in the afternoon due to low tide.
Location right on the beach (mangroves), the family cottage is big with two rooms, sitting room and a terrace. 4 bikes available for guests free of charge.

Stayed in August 2018
Reviewed: August 10, 2018

Peter
Australia

2 helpful votes
7.1

“under the sea”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Cottage
- • Stayed 3 nights
The breakfast was small and on the last day they only had one bread and fruit to eat
Good location. Snorkel out the front and drift along the wall. Good mountain bikes were included for free.

Stayed in August 2018
Reviewed: February 23, 2018

Sirpa
Finland

1 helpful vote
8.8

“Snorkling good.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Economy Cottage
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Good food, housereef in front of cottages.

Stayed in February 2018
Reviewed: September 6, 2017

Fede.Nove
Italy

3 helpful votes
5.8

Okay
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • 2 rooms
- • Stayed 2 nights
- The food was very bad: always plain rice and chicken ( lunch and dinner), cooked in strange way ( I am use to Indonesian cuisine and that was bad one). I had the impression the staff was keeping the best food for them giving the clients the worst one. - The staff was nice, but it was not trained enough to understand the necessities of the clients, especially western. - lacking of the control of a real manager. -No hot water and enough pressure in the shower. - Too expensive for the offer.
- The location was very nice especially if you like mangroves. - The overall impression of the cottages was nice, but no attention to the details. - Clean and the bed was comfortable.

Stayed in September 2017
Reviewed: August 25, 2017

Birgit
Indonesia

5 helpful votes
4.2

Disappointing
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Cottage
- • Stayed 10 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
When we arrived there was no electricity, no backup generator, consequently no lights, no wifi, no working ventilation and no water. Lights came on over night, but water problem consisted. There was not a single toilet that had water to flush throughout the whole property. We asked the staff to provide buckets, but nobody cared, so we used a plastic bag to carry some water ourselves from the ocean into our bathroom to flush the stench away. Other guests reported that this problem is ongoing already since several days. We decided to cancel our 10 day stay and checked out after 1 night. Besides the poor care for providing even the most basic facilities, we also were disappointed by the low quantity of available food at the "buffet". It seemed they cooked for far less persons than actually came to eat. Breakfast was poor too. We were charged full price.
Nice bungalows

Stayed in August 2017
Reviewed: August 24, 2017

Frederique
France
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Economy Cottage
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Great place, quiete, good food, lovely people. Cottage with all you need. Close to the village Right on the beach with mangrove and a great spot for snorkeling. We definitely recommand it !

Stayed in August 2017
Reviewed: August 5, 2017

Anonymous
United States of America
8.8

“Good Value/Location”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Economy Cottage
- • Stayed 2 nights
Jonath's was fine; good location, staff was attentive, food was good. Brackish showers were a bummer, you never feel dry. Electricity was sporadic. I'd suggest allowing an extra day of travel back to Manado, ferry doesn't always operate.

Stayed in July 2017
Reviewed: July 29, 2017

Niall
United Kingdom

4 helpful votes
7.9

Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Economy Cottage
- • Stayed 2 nights
A bit of a hike from the boat, about a 20 minute walk.
Comfortable room (with good mosquito nets) on the beach. Although the beach itself isn't very attractive (largely mangroves) you can swim straight out onto the coral reefs. Good food. Wifi in dining area. There is a nice little bar about 5 minutes walk up the track with live music.

Stayed in July 2017
Reviewed: July 17, 2017

Charles
United States of America
9.6

“Stellar Snorkeling”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • 2 rooms
- • Stayed 5 nights
The trash on beaches and the in the water, flotsam and jetsam, was very, very, very sad. We would like to return with permission and contribute to the development of a national plan for clean-up, waste management and erosion control around Sulawesi. Blaming Manado for lack of waste management efforts is understandable. Thank you for sharing your gem. I look forward to returning as soon as possible! With Love, Mia
The snorkeling was the best on the planet. The tapestry of underwater life is shockingly beautiful. We had the best boats, captains and crew, cook and staff. The people are nice, engaging and trustworthy. I always felt safe while speed snorkeling along the coral reefs. Local expert guides are essential. The fastest currents in the world can be scary and spectacular. Drift snorkeling and calm reefs are equally amazing. The hum/vibration of the jungle is second to none. Tribal drums and 3am were precious. No bug bites and I have been chowed/eaten alive by no-see-ums in the Caribbean.

Stayed in June 2017

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	Standard Cottage 1 queen bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom This beachfront cottage offers a private entrance and a terrace overlooking the mangroves and beach. Room Facilities: • Shower • Balcony • Desk • Sitting area • Free toiletries • Fan • Toilet • Private Bathroom • Private entrance • View • Hardwood or parquet floors • Mosquito net • Wardrobe or closet • Ocean view • Terrace • Towels • Linens • Upper floors accessible by stairs only • Toilet paper Parking: No parking available. Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Family Bungalow Bedroom 1: 1 queen bed Bedroom 2: 1 queen bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom This bungalow features a balcony, seating area and private entrance. There is also a living area. Guests enjoy ocean view. Bungalow Facilities: • Tea/Coffee maker • Shower • Air conditioning • Balcony • Sitting area • Free toiletries • Fan • Toilet • Private Bathroom • Shared toilet • Private entrance • View • Hardwood or parquet floors • Dining area • Electric kettle • Mosquito net • Wardrobe or closet • Ocean view • Garden view • Terrace • Towels • Linens • Dining table • Outdoor furniture • Upper floors accessible by stairs only • Toilet paper Parking: No parking available. Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
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Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom This double room features a balcony, private entrance and seating area. Room Facilities: • Shower • Balcony • Desk • Sitting area • Fan • Toilet • Private Bathroom • Private entrance • Hardwood or parquet floors • Mosquito net • Wardrobe or closet • Terrace • Linens • Upper floors accessible by stairs only • Toilet paper Parking: No parking available. Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
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Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom This holiday home has a large balcony as well as a terrace, air conditioning and seating area. House Facilities: • Tea/Coffee maker • Shower • TV • Air conditioning • Balcony • Desk • Sitting area • Free toiletries • Toilet • Private Bathroom • Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft) • Walk-in closet • Flat-screen TV • Private entrance • View • Hardwood or parquet floors • Electric kettle • Mosquito net • Wardrobe or closet • Ocean view • Garden view • Terrace • Towels • Linens • Outdoor furniture • Upper floors accessible by stairs only • Clothes rack • Toilet paper Parking: No parking available. Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content

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