I just had the most comfortable and relaxing birthday break at The Kubo Gardens–thanks to the serene place and the people behind the accommodation. Ms. May is the owner, along with her Indian partner who isn’t often around due to work abroad, and Emma is the one behind accommodations, front desk and kitchen work. Hello again! They’re the nicest. I stayed at one of their “kubos” since I was only a solo traveler and it’s been really good. If there’s any tiny issue to where I’m staying, it would be not being a fan of communal restrooms (yes, you share the shower room and the comfort room with other guests if you opt for the kubos, which are just a few seconds away when you get out of the your kubo). It’s included in the description anyway and it was my choice, since I was on a budget. You have other options though. They have much bigger rooms available (concrete and modern, not really kubos anymore), each with its own shower/comfort room if sharing is also not your thing. Luckily, I was the only guest during my stay so technically, I had the shower/comfort room all for myself. The Kubo room, a single, small room, as seen in their photos (one blue-painted with a green door & a red one with a blue door) is really what you get. The bed can fit in two people. The room is obviously quite small, with hardly enough space to move around or place your stuff into if you have a huge luggage but if clean and cool (good enough air-conditioner) is okay with you, then it should be a perfect choice. I was comfortable inside and sleep has been perfect with the crickets at night and chirping birds in the morning serving as white noise to my tinnitus. I didn’t even need the air-con turned on the whole time because it can get too cold, and I also prefer some fresh air sometimes. The best part about the place is the people, the food and their location. Ms. May was so nice and has treated me really well. Same as Emma!

Stayed in March 2025

I just had the most comfortable and relaxing birthday break at The Kubo Gardens–thanks to the serene place and the people behind the accommodation. Ms. May is the owner, along with her Indian partner who isn’t often around due to work abroad, and Emma is the one behind accommodations, front desk and kitchen work. Hello again! They’re the nicest. I stayed at one of their “kubos” since I was only a solo traveler and it’s been really good. If there’s any tiny issue to where I’m staying, it would be not being a fan of communal restrooms (yes, you share the shower room and the comfort room with other guests if you opt for the kubos, which are just a few seconds away when you get out of the your kubo). It’s included in the description anyway and it was my choice, since I was on a budget. You have other options though. They have much bigger rooms available (concrete and modern, not really kubos anymore), each with its own shower/comfort room if sharing is also not your thing. Luckily, I was the only guest during my stay so technically, I had the shower/comfort room all for myself. The Kubo room, a single, small room, as seen in their photos (one blue-painted with a green door & a red one with a blue door) is really what you get. The bed can fit in two people. The room is obviously quite small, with hardly enough space to move around or place your stuff into if you have a huge luggage but if clean and cool (good enough air-conditioner) is okay with you, then it should be a perfect choice. I was comfortable inside and sleep has been perfect with the crickets at night and chirping birds in the morning serving as white noise to my tinnitus. I didn’t even need the air-con turned on the whole time because it can get too cold, and I also prefer some fresh air sometimes. The best part about the place is the people, the food and their location. Ms. May was so nice and has treated me really well. Same as Emma!

Stayed in March 2025

Place is so private and homey

Stayed in March 2025

Nice place, staff and owner.

Stayed in February 2025

You need a car to get there

Clean, comfortable, good value for the money

Stayed in January 2025

We couldnt stay longer 😅

Peaceful oasis

Stayed in January 2025

No pool

Everything is great

Stayed in December 2024

Everything was great

Very clean and comfortable, staff were great and very friendly, close to town but very quiet and comfortable

Stayed in December 2024

Doesn't accept credit cards on-site and no TV but still OK, no problem for a short stay.

This is the place to stay in La Union. Excellent value! Very spacious and ultra clean room amidst a well kept garden. Good Filipino breakfast and dinner choices at reasonable prices. Many thanks to Emma A for being so gracious during our stay, it was marvelous!

Stayed in December 2024

No television, refrigerator.

The place was exceptionally clean and restful countryside. No urban noise.

Stayed in December 2024

It's not a big deal but sometimes the internet may fluctuate. I'm not sure if it's because of the storm. But all in all, if you're a digital nomad like me, you can work here comfortably.

The property is very nice and cozy. The owners are very accommodating. Big shout out to Mr. Raj and Madame Minerva! During the stormy night, Mr. Raj cooked a nice meal for me for free just because they're concerned that I won't be able to go out for dinner due to the storm. They even lent me a torch and an electric kettle so that I won't go out to the open kitchen area for hot water. Words cannot express how homey this place is. Some can argue that it's not the place, it's the community. In this case, the owners. Will definitely go back here.

Stayed in November 2024

Nothing.. all are perfect to me..

I like the place how peaceful is. And the plants. Coz i love flowers..

Stayed in December 2024

Clean, well-maintained property with an excellent location 10-15 mins from San Juan (main surfing town) off the main road. Friendly, helpful staff. Excellent-tasting, but limited food and non-alcoholic drink menu. No TV (good reason to disconnect) with WiFi in common areas. Private parking area. Large rooms with multiple beds and clean hot showers.

Stayed in December 2024

n/a

Owners are super accommodating from start to finish.

Stayed in October 2024

The place is beautiful. Our room faced a garden, and the back view overlooked a lush greenfield. The room, linens, and towels were impeccably clean. The home rental is very spacious, and the owner including the staff were kind and super accommodating. They greeted us with a warm smile, and all our needs were met.

Stayed in June 2024

No basic necessities for the one bedroom like chairs, sofa, table, TV, Refrigerator & microwave..

The hotel is new, quiet, spacious & clean.. the staff is very helpful , food is ok & affordable.. overall service & cleanliness excellent.

Stayed in February 2025

Quiet, safe and comfortable. Minimalist and clean room with fairly new fixtures. Staff and owners were quite receptive to our needs and requests. Helpful tips and pointers on places to visit were generously provided by Mr. Raj.

Stayed in December 2024

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Stayed in October 2024

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Stayed in November 2024

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Stayed in October 2024

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Stayed in October 2024