Name: Palawan SandCastles
Address: Barangay Cheey Lakdayan, 5317 Minuit, Philippines, Barangay Cheey Lakdayan, Busuanga Island, 5317, Philippines
Price range: Prices for upcoming dates start at £14 per night (We Price Match)
Rating: 7.2

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Palawan SandCastles

This is a Preferred property. It provides excellent service, great value and has brilliant reviews from Booking.com guests. The property may pay Booking.com a bit more to be in this programme. Beach. This property is either next to the beach or will have its own private access Airport shuttle. Airport shuttle available for an additional charge. You can request this in the next step.

Barangay Cheey Lakdayan, 5317 Minuit, Philippines –

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23 April 2017

Amazing location in the middle of nowhere. There are kayaks to rent for island hopping, we didn't see anyone all day...just a couple of turtles! Great for nature lovers...there's a fair bit of walking over the reef to get out to sea for a swim but there is an abundance of fish and wildlife to see. We saw puffer fish, clownfish, lionfish and loads more!

Holly, Spain

The staff we are extremely friendly and pleasant. The food that was served was amazing especially the grilled pork chops and the chicken curry. Our room was upgraded to the family bungalow which has the most amazing outdoor seating area. And the outdoor shower with the sea view was a nice surprise. I would recommend anyone to stay here and we would love to return again

Philli, United Kingdom

Great location if you want peace and quiet. A very rural setting. You practially have a whole beach to yourself and can kayak to neighbouring deserted islands.There really isn't much to do apart from eat, sleep, Kayak and relax which suited me! Staff are helpful and did their best to make us feel comfortable. The resort is basic and not flashy however the cottage we stayed in was very nice but, you are left to your own devices which I was fine with. There is a neighbouring resort which you can also use that had more food and drink choices and offered massages. Perfect place to unwind.

Roshni, United Kingdom

Really cute clean and comfortable beach huts. Awesome family style dinner was served each night which was a great opportunity to meet other travelers.

Elizabeth, USA

The location is away from the tourist hub in Coron and allows privacy and quiet. Staff was very friendly and the meals delicious. Many options for tours and activities to do on your own

Devon, Switzerland

The beach was beautiful and it was secluded from busy tourist areas. The food was tasty and home cooked. The staff was very friendly.

Alexa, USA

Balcony to sit out on. Switch to work centre light. Fan for circulating air.

Ruth, United Kingdom

Ultra laid back, absolutely no rush anywhere, back of beyond. Rural life continuing under our gaze, winowing rice / rafting fresh cut bamboo to new build house. Good snorkeling from beach. 8/10 seat table for guests @ dinner, French, German, Danish, English. All that I like for a holiday/adventure.

Alan, United Kingdom

the crazy open window bathroom, very kind, honest and helpful staff, the fact you can get kayaks and explore nearby beaches and bays, simplicity of the place, quiet relaxing atmosphere with no-one around

Ivana, Italy

Don’t expect much from the facilities, basic cottages on the beach, nothing really to do but relaxing on the hammocks. Welcome drink was a bottle of res horse beer :)

Annamaria, Hungary

Set amidst lush greenery, Palawan SandCastles offers eco-friendly and peaceful accommodation in Busuanga. Boasting a private beach area, guests can enjoy water sports activities such as snorkelling and canoeing on site.

Offering views of the sea, rooms and bungalows are fitted with a fan and mosquito net. Bed linens and towels are also provided.

At Palawan SandCastles, the friendly staff can assist guests with laundry service and tour arrangements. Barbecue facilities, bicycle rental and airport shuttle services are also available.

Guests can enjoy a selection of meals and drinks at the on-site restaurant. Busuanga Airport is 8.7 miles away.

This property also has one of the best-rated locations in Minuit! Guests are happier about it compared to other properties in the area.

This property is also rated for the best value in Minuit! Guests are getting more for their money when compared to other properties in this city.

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An inside look at Palawan SandCastles

Palawan SandCastles is a resort and adventure camp with a rustic native vibe. The resort is built in a way to make guests feel more in touch with nature and the environment. It is quiet for guest who want to relax and escape any sense of time, yet filled with toys and activities for those that want a bit of adventure in their stay.

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Closest landmarks

Mount Tapyas
19.3 miles
Coron Public Market
19.7 miles

Restaurants and markets

Fabia Store Supermarket
1.9 miles

Closest airports

Busuanga Airport
8.7 miles

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“Everything about the experience was amazing. From the beautiful beach hut(we rented Ibaloi) to the amazing food (we went for full board 1000PHP). The food was an absolute treat. we received breakfast, morning snack, lunch, evening snack, and dinner. it was well and truly lovely. The selection was one of extremely fresh ingredients cooked in traditional ways, with a range of BBQ, curries, and soups that were truly amazing. The ground themselves are stunning in and of them. The beach is lovely and has a rustic feel to it. Every constructed building is made from wood/bamboo and is very beautiful. The room we were was very spacious, designed perfectly for the location. With the ability to open up every side to create a pleasant draft for those hot days, as well as sealing up perfectly for the air conditioner to do its magic during the night. The Resort is more of an adventure basecamp first, and a resort second, they do snorkeling, kayaking, hiking, and biking trips. Some of the sea bound trips take several days and you can find the full list on their site. The cherry on top was how the people there were extremely welcoming and made us feel as welcome as a part of the family. We spent many a night chatting away into the night with the Sandcastles Family.”

Makki

Saudi Arabia

“I couldn't find any faults!! Staff and owners were so nice, food amazing, location and acomadation amazing there are plenty activities at a supplement price but worth every penny. :)”

NORMA

United Kingdom

“I loved the place. It's an hour away from Coron city or 30 min from the airport if you choose the private pick up. Otherwise it's about 3 hours in the local bus. The hotel was in the middle of nowhere. No shops around, but the hotel offers 5 meals a day for 1000 pesos. Bargain and the food was amazing!! The rooms are large and at night you can hear the sea and some geckos. Kayak hire is 250 for half a day and 500 for the full day. Otherwise you can do tours to the islands right from the hotel. The island tour was great and I was the only one the day I went. There are 2 islands close by which are great to explore by Kayak. If you are looking to get away from everything I can only recommend this place. I was super chilled and enjoyed 3 days which in my opinion was the right time. If you are looking for a party stay away, as you won't find it.”

Maja

United Kingdom

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Cuisine: Seafood, Local, Asian, Grill/BBQ

Open for: Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Cocktail hour

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10:00 - 19:00

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Children and extra beds

All children are welcome.

All adults are charged PHP 500 per person per night for extra beds.

One child under 12 years is charged PHP 250 per person per night in an extra bed.

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

Any type of extra bed is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

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Free! Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.

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Reviewed: 21 May 2018

Kath
United Kingdom
10

“Ideal place to go and unwind completely. Idyllic.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Beach House - Ifugao
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
눇Perfect peace and quiet here.

Stayed in May 2018
Reviewed: 10 April 2018

Holly
Spain
8.8

“Amazing for a secluded getaway away from crowds”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Beach House - Ifugao
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
눉It can work out quite pricey with dinners etc. as there is no where else to eat but the food is good with huge portions.
눇Amazing location in the middle of nowhere. There are kayaks to rent for island hopping, we didn't see anyone all day...just a couple of turtles! Great for nature lovers...there's a fair bit of walking over the reef to get out to sea for a swim but there is an abundance of fish and wildlife to see. We saw puffer fish, clownfish, lionfish and loads more!

Stayed in March 2018
Reviewed: 8 April 2018

Philli
United Kingdom
9.2

“Overall a really nice place to stay with very welcoming staff. Would definetly recommend to friends.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Beach House - Ibaloi
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
눉There was only a few things I would change. The resort was definetly more set up to cater so just adventure trips. The location is amazing and I think the resort needs to open up for guests who just want to enjoy the beach and chill. In this regard the beach could do with cleaning up as there is lots of seaweed and a bit of rubbish about. I understand making dinner on mass for all guests is an easier way of doing things but when you just want a quiet dinner alone enjoying your surrounding this is not possible. The electric showers could do with updating as could the WiFi and tv facilities. Having no locks on your doors is also an issue which needs addressing. Finally the outdoor seating area on the family bungalow is an amazing space with an amazing view but does need a bit of a clean and freshen up to get rid of the dead flies and bird poo. If these changes were made and he resort catering for beach bummers as well as adrenaline junkies this place could be the most popular resort on such a beautiful island
눇The staff we are extremely friendly and pleasant. The food that was served was amazing especially the grilled pork chops and the chicken curry. Our room was upgraded to the family bungalow which has the most amazing outdoor seating area. And the outdoor shower with the sea view was a nice surprise. I would recommend anyone to stay here and we would love to return again

Stayed in March 2018
Reviewed: 7 April 2018

Roshni
United Kingdom
10

“Island retreat”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Beach House - Ifugao
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
눇Great location if you want peace and quiet. A very rural setting. You practially have a whole beach to yourself and can kayak to neighbouring deserted islands.There really isn't much to do apart from eat, sleep, Kayak and relax which suited me! Staff are helpful and did their best to make us feel comfortable. The resort is basic and not flashy however the cottage we stayed in was very nice but, you are left to your own devices which I was fine with. There is a neighbouring resort which you can also use that had more food and drink choices and offered massages. Perfect place to unwind.

Stayed in April 2018
Reviewed: 3 April 2018

Elizabeth
USA
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Hillside Pavilion
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
눇Really cute clean and comfortable beach huts. Awesome family style dinner was served each night which was a great opportunity to meet other travelers.

Stayed in March 2018
Reviewed: 3 April 2018

Devon
Switzerland
Age group: 25 – 34
9.6

“Great getaway with many amenities”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Beach House - Ifugao
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
눉The location of shared hammocks was directly outside our cabana so we frequently had someone lingering near the front door.
눇The location is away from the tourist hub in Coron and allows privacy and quiet. Staff was very friendly and the meals delicious. Many options for tours and activities to do on your own

Stayed in March 2018
Reviewed: 2 April 2018

Anonymous
Australia
Age group: 25 – 34

1 helpful vote
7.1

“Great location, needs a bit of love”
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Bungalow with Sea View
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
눉A lot of rubbish and General untidiness- a small amount of work could really sharpen up. Staff not super helpful in organising our friends transfer to next accomodation. Took kyacks out to have it fill and tip when very far from shore. Luckily friends were with us who could tow it back while we swam
눇Australian owner very friendly when about. Gray shower. Nice secluded beach, very local feel. The resort cashew grove next door unfortunately blew it out of the water and turned out not to be significantly more expensive. Although you can relax by their pool and eat Meals at the restaurant even if you are not staying.

Stayed in April 2018
Reviewed: 14 March 2018

Michela
Italy
5.0

Passable
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Bungalow with Sea View
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
눉Il Management
눇La camera

Stayed in February 2018
Reviewed: 7 March 2018

Maria
Philippines
3.8

Poor
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Beach House - Ifugao
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
눉Uncomfortable. Not clean place . Need more development. Owner and staff are all nice . Not value for money. Too expensive for type of accommodation.
눇Beachfront

Stayed in February 2018
Reviewed: 5 March 2018

Alexa
USA
5.4

“Beautiful location, nice staff but misrepresented amenities and overpriced.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Beach House - Ifugao
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
눉Our room had a serious ant infestation. Not just a few ants, but literally a colony of thousands. We were also never completely sure if we were going to be getting meals, even when we gave the appropriate amount of notice.
눇The beach was beautiful and it was secluded from busy tourist areas. The food was tasty and home cooked. The staff was very friendly.

Stayed in February 2018
Reviewed: 1 March 2018

Ash
Canada
9.2

“Friendly beach camp”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Hillside Pavilion
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
눇Beautiful private beach, friendly staff

Stayed in February 2018
Reviewed: 25 February 2018

Ruth Gee
United Kingdom
Age group: 45 – 54
6.3

“Expensive for what it is.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Beach House - Ifugao
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
눉Noise from stray dogs fighting all night, no coffee/water facilities in room, had to order meal 3 hours in advance.
눇Balcony to sit out on. Switch to work centre light. Fan for circulating air.

Stayed in February 2018
Reviewed: 5 February 2018

Alan
United Kingdom
8.3

“I hope the road when it finally arrives doesn't spoil the feeling of remoteness. Go now just in case”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Hillside Pavilion
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
눉I went with my 61 year old sister who doesn't like dogs! Especially at dinner! Resort value good....... Transfers value bad. My ratings for cleanliness and facilities were not criticisms as Sandcastles is an Eco resort. We got what it said on the tin! Excellent.
눇Ultra laid back, absolutely no rush anywhere, back of beyond. Rural life continuing under our gaze, winowing rice / rafting fresh cut bamboo to new build house. Good snorkeling from beach. 8/10 seat table for guests @ dinner, French, German, Danish, English. All that I like for a holiday/adventure.

Stayed in January 2018
Reviewed: 26 January 2018

Louisa
United Kingdom

2 helpful votes
5.0

“Disappointing”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Bungalow with Sea View
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
눉Was looking forward to using the facilities advertised, but after asking the staff about boat trips we were told that the boat wasn't available. They also didn't want to rent us the bikes that were available for some reason either. Kayaks were the only thing available , but no organised guided trips as promised. It's a lovely location but honestly there is nothing to do. The resort next door offers trips but you'll always be at the back of the queue to get onto those behind their own guests. Was pretty disappointing! The accom is basic but was expecting that, doesn't mean it has to be dirty though which it was.
눇Lovely remote spot

Stayed in December 2017
Reviewed: 17 January 2018

Ivana
Italy
8.3

Very good
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Bungalow with Sea View
- • Stayed 1 night
눉just the fact that we had to wait longer than expected for our transfer to the airport, i would suggest to book the ride half an hour earlier than actually needed, just in case.. as often in bays with coral reefs, you need to do a 50m walk in shallow water to get to the "swimmable" part of the bay, but once you get there, it's great for snorkeling
눇the crazy open window bathroom, very kind, honest and helpful staff, the fact you can get kayaks and explore nearby beaches and bays, simplicity of the place, quiet relaxing atmosphere with no-one around

Stayed in January 2018

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