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Barangay Lourdes-Libaong, Panglao Island, Bohol, 6340 Panglao Island, Philippines

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Reviewed: September 10, 2025 · Stayed in September 2025
Verified reviewWelcoming, peaceful place
Reviewed: August 26, 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewThe property is lovely and also reflects the Filipino heritage and architecture.
Reviewed: August 1, 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewThe hotel has a really nice old style ambience and is perfectly placed next to the beach. My room was lovely, but too expensive for the facilities offered. The staff were very good and tried to be helpful as much as possible. The breakfast was very poor for a hotel costing this much however as there was not the variety one would expect.. The hotel organised a day tour for me and it turned out to be a private tour which was not what I expected. It wasn't so much a "tour"as there was no tour guide .. simply a driver who dropped me off at appointed places. It was further out of Alona beach than I expected but this didn't prove to be a problem as tuk-tuks were readily available. I would recommend it for those wanting a quiet time.
The food was not of high quality. My room was lovely, the 101 room, but too expensive.
Reviewed: July 23, 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: July 12, 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: July 9, 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: July 8, 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewBeach front location Friendliness of staff All amenities Quality of food Art gallery
Nothing!
Reviewed: July 2, 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: June 29, 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewFrom its facility to the staff ... It's a 5 star. Sander - one of the staff from the dining area is awesome. The locals are friendly. We left a piece of our heart in Bohol. Definitely coming back.
Reviewed: June 23, 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewThe property is maintained very well. We really enjoyed walking the property looking at the amazing trees, plants and flowers! The beach was so relaxing. They cleanup all the seaweed in the morning, making it nice to walk and look at. The hotel staff were very friendly and helpful. Our overall experience was amazing!! We will be coming back! Thank you for making my wife’s and I anniversary very special. We will never forget! The Robinson’s
Nothing… We really enjoyed our stay
Reviewed: June 21, 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: June 18, 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewThe staff was absolutely amazing. Every one was so friendly and helpful. The rooms are beautiful and so comfy. The food was also really great. The highlight of the hotel has to be the pool and beach area, though. I cannot describe in words how beautiful the area is. I cannot recommend it enough. The pictures do not do it enough justice. Definitely recommend! Also, the owner is super friendly and down to earth. Lovely person. The hotel also has a library, with books and movies in many languages. Amazing! <3
Reviewed: June 13, 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewI love everything about Amarela Resort. This quaint boutique resort brought nostalgia when I saw all the antique and art collection. The staff were friendly, gracious and accommodating. The gardens were intentionally designed with a nice energy flow. Hearing the birds serenade while I sipped my tea in the veranda gazing at the great view of the sea, I was transported to paradise. They have an excellent choice of mouth watering food. My family enjoyed eating our meals in the dining hall with great views of the sea. The fragrance of the fiddlewood flowers as we walked towards the beach felt ecstatic. The place is immaculately clean, I didn’t hesitate to walk barefoot. Salamat Amarela for the respite our souls much needed.
Reviewed: June 9, 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewUnique and quirky. We loved the art and curios that fill every corner. We loved the art gallery and library. We loved the swimming pool and the beach. And we loved the breakfast and the friendliness of the staff.
Reviewed: May 30, 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: May 27, 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewThe place is beautiful with a gorgeous garden and quirky furniture. The quiet location on a beautiful white sand beach cannot be beat.
The aircon was a little hot. Would love a gym.
Reviewed: May 15, 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewUnique !!!
Reviewed: May 13, 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: May 13, 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewWe had a great stay! The property is beautiful, with a lovely garden, a nice pool, and a relaxing atmosphere. The staff were incredibly friendly and always helpful. Our room was clean, which we really appreciated. The on-site restaurant was excellent — the food was delicious and the service top-notch.
The only downside was the beach: while it’s directly accessible from the hotel, it was unfortunately affected by plastic waste, which seemed to be an issue across the whole region!
Reviewed: May 7, 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: April 29, 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewBreakfast was great. It was simple continental but it did the job nicely and kept us satisfied. There was a morning where we went dolphin watching super early and they packed breakfast for us thoughtfully.
The restaurant servings were a bit small but it was still delicious. It’s just for the price we expected a bit more.
Reviewed: April 26, 2025 · Stayed in February 2025
Verified reviewThe resort is really well taken care of and the garden is just stunning. The restaurant is very good and the waiters friendly and helpful.
I had a room with a connection door to another room. I could hear everything people were saying and doing in the other room, which was very uncomfortable.
Reviewed: April 26, 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewEverything…the service, the staff, the location, the food and the room. It’s quiet, relaxing place to stay. And if you want to go to Alona it’s just a short tricycle ride for just 200 pesos. I highly recommend the resort
None
Reviewed: April 20, 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewThe location, the facilities and the view.
A bit pricey
Reviewed: March 31, 2025 · Stayed in March 2025
Verified reviewThe location, the resort, the beach. Everything is just lovely and well looked after. Staff are great too.
The fridge in the room was very noisy at night and we needed to unplug it in order to get to sleep. Apart from that everything was great.