Maranet 3 Bacungan, Nagtabon Beach, Palawan, 5300 Bacungan, Philippines
#2 of 8 hotels in Bacungan
Guests' ChoiceBased on 46 hostel reviews
8.7Cleanliness
8.7
Comfort
8.5
Location
8.3
Facilities
8.4
Staff
9.4
Value for money
9.0
Free WiFi
10.0
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Reviewed: 18 March 2025
Tim
NetherlandsSuper friendly staff that helps you with everything. They organise great trips and good parties. Very laid back. Good place to make friends
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 26 February 2025
Judite
LatviaWonderful and kind-hearted people managing the place, I initially had booked just one night, but then I changed my plans so I could spend another night there. Great atmosphere and location, perfect for exploring the beaches around the west coast as well as hanging around the bar and socializing (that's what I did, but ofc there's more to do). Oh and they had the best water pressure I've seen in ages as well as starlink!! I would definitely return if I ever travel to Palawan again :))
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 13 February 2025
Emily
United KingdomWell built, cozy, and clean private bungalow with the nicest shared toilets & showers we’ve seen in a hostel here on Palawan! We felt instantly at home due to the communal bar/eating area and delicious food. Sheila offered to cook us traditional meals every night, and the best pancakes ever for breakfast😍. It’s about a 20 minute walk to the beach and uphill on the way back, but you can easily hire a scooter from them too. Close enough to town to stay before a flight out of Puerto.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 23 January 2025
Federico
ArgentinaAll the staff was very friendly and helpful. It was close to the main beach.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 9 December 2024
Leif
NorwayMadrass.
Helpfull staff
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 4 September 2024
Matteo3san
United KingdomMaybe the toilet and shower are a tiny walk away, but We got used to it straight away. And several showers and several bathroom available and clean, because of that we never had to wait for our hot shower after the beach 👌🏻
I met The manager and even the lady owner Recel. Both with great customer service skills and soooo willing to make our stay as comfortable and nice as possible. The staff was really nice 🙂
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 2 September 2024
Olivier
SwitzerlandNear the beach the room was clean. Friendly personelle.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 30 July 2024
Olivia
United KingdomStaff were so friendly and helpful. They are doing the best they can in the current situation. Very cheap so you get what you pay for but once again I can’t stress how lovely the staff are!!
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 16 April 2024
Lisa
United KingdomRooms are small , and you would need a scooter to get about here the beach.has a very steep hill on the way back, and there is a beach 15 drive away, called Talaudyong beach which shouldn't be missed
We loved staying here , we stayed 7 nights and enjoyed the bar and restaurant area. It was very social meetings over people coming and going also getting to know the family that run the place , the shower and toilet block is kept very clean too
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 10 April 2024
Alexander
United KingdomThe walk back from the beach is a steep hill so you might want to get a tricycle on your way back up
Very peaceful. Friendly staff. Short walk to very beautiful beach.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 1 April 2024
Bee
CanadaN/A
Lovely cottage and the team at B&R are super sweet. The bed was comfy and never had to wait for the bathroom/shower.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 9 March 2024
Paul
AustraliaZero. ❤️ it.
Classic traditional bungalow. Chilled out vibe. Great food Great staff.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 6 March 2024
Elisa
FinlandWe wanted to rent a scooter to see other beaches and some other sights. They only had one scooter which was booked. You can’t see much without a scooter cos distances are long. They offered to drive us to another beach for 800pesos back and forth. It was very nice but then we missed a lot of places we wanted to see. This was quite unfortunate for us.
The hostel is very cozy and comfortable. We had our own room which was spacious. Met some nice people in the hostel. Clean room and toilets! Relaxing atmosphere.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 23 February 2024
Expeditionsolo
CanadaI liked everything here no issues.
Beautiful place! My favorite in Philippines by far. Staff are so friendly and helpful here. Accommodations are perfect. It's away from any busy areas. Great location to relax and enjoy nature. Beach is beautiful and a short walk away. Food here is some of the best I've had so far in the Philippines. I highly recommend this place before going to El Nido or anywhere else on the island. You won't be disappointed with this place, I had an amazing stay here.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 4 February 2024
Constance
United KingdomSuper friendly staff, food was tasty and great portions. A little walk to the beach but it was beautiful and had cheap restaurants. A small hostel but easy to meet/chat with people.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 3 February 2024
Tom
AustraliaIt was quite far from puerto and other busier areas but this was actually a good thing.
The staff were incredible. Seriously the nicest people, the atmosphere was always so good and great for making friends. It was close to a beautiful beach too.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 12 October 2023
Christian
DenmarkThere are no restaurants nearby, but B&R hostel offers a lot of delicious food for a fair price.
fantastic little hostel with a wonderful team. Can be highly recommended. Discover the nearby beach where you can dive, surf and spearfish.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 9 April 2023
Nanuanina
GermanyNothing
Nice clean place and very good vibes at the bar. Thanks to the owner:)
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 24 March 2023
Jindra
NetherlandsGreat place, such a warm welcome family that runs the company, positive atmosphere in a beautiful place around Nagtabon beach that is not discovered yet by the main crowd tourism.
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 2 February 2023
Alishia
CanadaPersonally I enjoyed all of it. but if you’re the type of person who likes to stay with lots of people, with a bunch of action then you may not like this place.
The owners was amazing and it’s a nice small hostel - it’s where I met my friends who I continued travelling with! it’s very social and good food and great drinks! tThe area is very quiet - that’s why I chose it because I didn’t want to be in the city. Close enough to the beach to walk or they have a couple bikes to rent. the beach is beautiful with good food and drinks, can take surfing lessons/rent a board!
Stayed in January 2023
Reviewed: 14 December 2022
Johanne
DenmarkThe staff was wonderful on every level. They helped with everything from food to transportation, and they were always possible to reach. We had lots of good talks over beers. The location is great with the beach only a 20 minute walk from there. The food was incredible as well.
Stayed in December 2022
Reviewed: 12 October 2022
Jenny
GermanyThe owners were very welcoming. although it was really quiet in august with next to no guests, we had an amazing time. thanks again! pro tip: don‘t lay down at the beach. the sand flies will kill you.
Stayed in August 2022
Reviewed: 7 June 2022
Karyn
United KingdomI have nothing bad to say at all. Bring cash and all the essentials with you as there are no ATM's in the immediate vicinity.
The family atmosphere was amazing. I was welcomed straight away. The hostel itself is about a steep 20 minute walk from one of the most beautiful beaches I have ever seen. Worth the hike. The dorm was clean with a comfy mattress. There was a hot water shower. In terms of food, I'm a vegetarian and I was served some of the best food I have had on my trip at B&R hostel. If you are looking for a quiet retreat in nature, close to gorgeous scenery this is the place for you.
Stayed in June 2022
Reviewed: 12 January 2024
Jonathan
CanadaNegative: located right on the side of a fairly busy road with loud motorcycles passing by, no wifi in the rooms (at the bar only), very low maintenance is made on the land and very basic cleaning in the installations (restrooms, showers, rooms)
Positive: it's cheap, big rooms, air con and fan
Stayed in January 2024
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