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Reviews of The Flying Fish Hostel This rating is a reflection of how the property compares to the industry standard when it comes to price, facilities and services available. It's based on a self-evaluation by the property. Use this rating to help choose your stay!

32 Hibbard Avenue, 6200 Dumaguete, Philippines

#14 of 45 hotels in Dumaguete

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 393 hostel reviews

8.1

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.4

  • Comfort

    8.4

  • Location

    8.5

  • Facilities

    8.1

  • Staff

    8.6

  • Value for money

    8.7

  • Free Wifi

    8.1

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  • Reviewed: March 21, 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There are no privacy curtains in the dorm. The lighting in the dorm is quite dark.

    The place is clean and is well maintained. The staff are also helpful. Overall it is a nice hostel and is very stylish.

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: March 3, 2023

    7.0
    Nice stay in Dumaguete
    • Business trip
    • Family with young children
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    No comfortable place to work... common areas are too dark and noisy. No female only dorms.

    Good location. Affordable price.

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: March 1, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    our bedroom was not very soundproof and was right next to the cafe area where people were up talking until 3am and unfortunately kept us awake

    Great location with lots of great eateries and an amazing deli nearby, very close to the airport Good WiFi, nice hot shower and friendly staff

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: February 25, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Restaurant very expensive

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: February 25, 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There was a cockroach in our bathroom. I feel it could have been cleaner but maybe that's just our point of view because of the cockroach.

    The location was great

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: February 23, 2023

    8.0
    lovely hostel would recommend to any backpacker
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    the drinks and food were too expensive

    the property was amazing for backpackers

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: February 14, 2023

    9.0
    Relaxing hostel
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Common area not very comfortable and also not private from outside restaurant guests.

    One of the best dorms I've stayed in! 24 hours staff Restaurant and Bar connected to the hostel. If you find it a bit pricey, there is a small store across the street for snacks and beers Perfect place to relax for a couple of days from socialising and/or partying

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: February 8, 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Leak of AC in the beds near it. Noise from outside can be heard. Lack of shower heater

    Friendly staff, security of stuff, nice and comfortable facilities

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: February 6, 2023

    9.0
    flying fish was one of the biggest factors why we enjoyed our trip! will definitely stay here again
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    staff were very accommodating! commendable service. everyone was so kind and helpful.

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: February 6, 2023

    8.0
    Good value
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Deluxe Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    For the money everything was as expected or better.

    Nice hostel with a contemporary look. I had a private room and for money I thought it was good value. Felt clean and room had effective fan/aircon. Had to pay a p1000 deposit on arrival but this was returned after a room check at checkout. Only spent one night and arrived late/left early but it was a 5 min tricycle journey from the port and airport and seemed to be restaurants etc nearby

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: February 4, 2023

    9.0
    wonderful and pleasant!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    i wish the room had more light :)

    stayed in one of the private rooms. rustic industrial vibe. space was great, the view from the room was good. staff were polite, helpful, and energetic!

    Stayed in November 2022

  • Reviewed: February 2, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Rooms can be a bit dark Would like a kettle in the room

    Uiet and super helpful staff

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: February 1, 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Water pressure quite weak

    Ambiance and friendly staff

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: February 1, 2023

    8.0
    Great place to stay in Dumaguete
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Quite noisy, even though there is a "calm time", we were awake quite early because of people speaking really loud

    The room was very nice, very cosy and clean. The staff also very nice and accommodating (they offer some tour like for example to go to Apo Island (that I would recommend)) and there are nice pastry close to the hotel

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: January 30, 2023

    8.0
    v nice clean spacious dorms good value
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    WiFi not great & could be noisy

    v smart, clean & comfortable

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: January 29, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    20min by walk from the pier and 20min from the airport It's ok if you want to stay for a night and take a flight the next day.

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: January 27, 2023

    8.0
    enjoyed my stay & would recommend & use again. The staff were v helpful but could be v noisy when together. I di
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    could be noisy & WiFi iffy at times, v frustrating when trying to book flights

    v smart, modern, clean & spacious dorms with great restaurant.

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: January 26, 2023

    9.0
    Great ambience, location and staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    We had issues with lack of water for a couple of days but the staff was helpful and the issues were resolved.

    The building is new and very stylish. It mixes concrete, wood and nature. The area is quiet but close to nice restaurants and bars. The staff was very nice and friendly.

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: January 22, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing really. Everything was good. Good price quality.

    The building, the room

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: January 20, 2023

    7.0
    Good choice
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    They were not flexible with our booking. We had to move all reservations one day because of bad weather conditions and all the other hotels did it free of charge even though they were not obligated. Only here we lost one paid night because they insisted in their regulations. At 7 in the morning the music of the restaurant bakery woke us up. The mattress was hard and uncomfortable.

    Nice hostel with cool design. The restaurant next to the hostel is great and serves wonderful breakfast and pastries. Location is perfect

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: January 18, 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Travelers with friends
    • Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    No service is provided 'for free'. Hidden costs everywhere.

    Very modern and clean. Warm showers and super friendly staff.

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: January 13, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nicely set up as a hostel.

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: January 12, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Didn't stay long enough to find out.

    Just stayed for a few hours overnight because of a cancelled flight, but I liked what I saw if you want a dorm-style accommodation on a budget. Clean, stylish facilities, good staff

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: January 6, 2023

    8.0
    Lovely Hostel
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There wasn't anything I didn't like but I did have a small issue with toilet not flushing properly. Which I raised during check out and maintenance were going to look at it

    Liked the look of the place, good size room and bathroom. Good location, like how open the communal areas were. Simple but lovely.

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: January 2, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The room was a bit dark but that's ok for a short time. The main issues for me were, firstly, the AC temp was not adjustable..so it was either freeze or turn it off, and then it became too hot. I think it's important to be able to vary the temp..and, secondly, I was woken up on two mornings just after 6am by loud music in the restaurant area. This should have been 'quiet time' so was a bit surprised. It didn't happen on the third norning though thankfully.

    The place was super clean and I liked the industrial vibe and the garden. The restaurant had a nice atmosphere and the reception staff were really friendly and helpful.

    Stayed in December 2022

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