Panagsama Road, 6032 Moalboal, Philippines
#29 of 89 hotels in Moalboal
Guests' ChoiceBased on 25 hostel reviews
8.9Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
9.0
Location
9.4
Facilities
9.1
Staff
9.8
Value for money
9.3
Free WiFi
8.8
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Reviewed: 18 February 2025
Elise
NorwayThe bed felt a bit unstable and the bathrooms were often wet due to showering/bidet and had a few spiders.
Very nice vibe, great location and such nice people. Also a bonus with the kitchen.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 3 February 2025
Cian
IrelandThe room is a little on the smaller size but not a major issue
Great hostel, very clean. Very small which led to it being very homely and quiet! Very comfortable beds and would highly recommend
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 27 January 2025
Jomar
ThailandOnly downside is there are mosquitoes in open areas and sometimes inside the rooms (only a few) but it is understandable tho. This is a common this for most hostels in Moalboal.
This is my new fave hostel in Moalboal. It's close to Panagsama center but the area is quiet. I was working on my first night here (1AM-10AM) and they have very fast and stable internet connection and comfortable chairs and tables at their balcony. Their beds are spacious and comfortable and dorm rooms are not so crowded (4 pax each dorm). Common areas are clean and tidy as well as comfort rooms.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 16 January 2025
Noam
IsraelA tad far from the beach, but still only a few minutes walk (and besides, all the positives more than make up for it).
Staff was very nice and friendly. Excellent WiFi connection. There's even a well equipped kitchen, a rare sight in southeast Asia.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 10 January 2025
Ana
PortugalThe beds are quite wobbly and it was a bit noisy during the night with music, but that’s the case for most of the accommodations near the main street.
Amazing location (close to the main street, beach, and restaurants). Spacious dorms and really nice and tidy common spaces. The bathrooms were kept clean.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 21 December 2024
Tamar
Israelthe rainy weather
clean, quiet,, great location, the owner was very helpful answered all my questions about transportation, where to go, etc,
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 13 December 2024
Denese
Philippinesquiet place even it's near the main road. accessible. Clean . Fast internet. all basic needs is there. Staffs are approachable and very friendly.
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 10 December 2024
Magnus
DenmarkNice hostel in walking distance to everything in Moalboal. Nice that there was a fridge. The canyoneering tour organized through the hostel was so good!
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 1 December 2024
Katarzyna
Poland-
Great staff, always willing to help. They respond very quickly either on booking or WhatsApp. Not a big hostel, but still very easy to socialize if you travel solo. Great location, very close to the beach where you can watch sardines and turtles. Cozy atmosphere which makes you feel like at home. We also had a free dinner on Thursday which was amazing! The owners cooked it themselves for us so we could eat it with the whole family and then spend some time together. Really recommend, if I ever go to Moalboal again, I’ll definitely stay there
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: 18 November 2024
Bagsiyao
PhilippinesIsland girl bed and breakfast has already free breakfast at the same price.
The room is cozy. Ate staff is friendly. Complete kitchen utensils for dining and cooking. Bathroom is clean.
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: 2 November 2024
Marconi
SpainN/a
I loved the staff. Very helpful and good conversation.
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: 15 October 2024
Kevin
LuxembourgNothing bad to say.
Very good hostel. They have 2 dorms and 1 private room. The private room even has a desk and an office chair, good to work. Everything was clean. The staff was very kind. The wifi is very good. 5 minutes walking from the beach.
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: 12 October 2024
Artemii
SerbiaI had a fantastic stay in this hostel for five days. The cozy atmosphere made it feel like home. The entire place was exceptionally clean, and the beds were super comfortable. Also there is aircon in the rooms. Thanks to April and Christine, they were friendly and helpful. The hostel also has a kitchen which is a big plus for backpackers, and the free drinkable water and coffee were much appreciated. I highly recommend this hostel for anyone who wants to stay in Moalboal.
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: 17 September 2024
Ciara
IrelandRoom is a little small but was great value and works well for a short stay!
Great location, great air con - its a bed in a small room, and it’s exactly as described - perfect for a short stay in Moalboal
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 13 August 2024
Michelle
PhilippinesI like how practical the place is… you have everything you need: kitchen, hot shower, private room with work space… April may, the staff, is simply lovely… (and yes that is her full name) thanks so much for the delightful stay. Cheers
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 19 July 2024
Kepler
Philippinesnone so far. It's perfect!
I recently stayed at the Island Vibes Hostel, and it was an experience that exceeded my expectations. From the moment I arrived, I was impressed by the friendly and welcoming atmosphere. The staff went above and beyond to make sure every guest felt at home, providing helpful tips about the local area and ensuring everyone was comfortable. The hostel is situated in a prime location, just a short walk from major attractions and public transport. This made it incredibly convenient to explore the city without the hassle of long commutes. There are also plenty of cafes, restaurants, and shops nearby, which added to the overall convenience. The dormitory rooms are clean, comfortable, and secure. Each bed comes with its own reading light, power outlet, and locker, providing a good balance of privacy and security. The mattresses were surprisingly comfortable, and the bedding was clean and fresh. The hostel also offers private rooms for those who prefer more privacy. The bathrooms are modern and kept impeccably clean. There are enough showers and toilets to accommodate guests without long waits, and the hot water is reliable. The hostel also provides free toiletries, which is a nice touch. The staff at the hostel truly make the experience exceptional. They are friendly, approachable, and always willing to help. Whether you need directions, restaurant recommendations, or help booking tours, they are more than happy to assist.
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: 9 June 2024
Krzysztof
PhilippinesInternet and service
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 26 May 2024
Barry
AustraliaGreat location, close to restaurants and bars but very quiet at night. Great aircon and clean rooms. The staff were friendly and accommodating. I would book here again when I return to Moalboal.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 13 November 2024
Ryan
United KingdomThere are 2 dorm rooms and 1 private room. We booked the private room and at check in we were shown to one of the dorms. When we questioned this it became apparent that the staff had given our private room to another guest. Turns out this wasn’t a guest of island vibes hostel and they had booked to stay in the hostel next door. The host apologiesed for the confusion and After a quick turnaround we were then given the keys to our private room. This was funny more than anything else! Ants everywhere in the room and even on the bed. Room was grubby There are 2 shared bathrooms which are also grubby and one bathroom didn’t have a toilet seat during our stay. There are pets (birds) that are kept in the communal space which leads to all rooms. The birds do not shut up all night which kept waking us up.
Good Wi-Fi and great location for tourist area and main strip of moalboal. There was a beer pong table outside so looked like a fun hostel during high season when full.
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: 20 February 2025
Justine
PhilippinesThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 15 February 2025
Bird
MongoliaThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 6 December 2024
Clément
BelgiumThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 6 December 2024
Clément
BelgiumThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 31 March 2025
Christian21
PhilippinesThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in March 2025
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