Having to leave!

The Lazy Tiki is a reason in of itself to visit the island of Guimaras. If you love peace, nature and are passionate about delicious food with quality ingredients this place is for you. After 5 weeks in the Philippines this was exactly what we needed. We had the budget room which was very comfortable and had everything you needed. What makes this place so special is the hosts, Phillipe and his family are so warm and welcoming, you feel at home the minute you arrive. They have great stories about their life in the Philippines and back in France. The breakfast, lunches and dinner every evening was some of the best food we had in the Philippines. It was local food with a French twist using quality ingredients. The pool area is so relaxing as is the beautiful garden. The beach is wild/rustic which was perfect for us to walk along and enjoy the nature. The location is out of the way which is what makes it so special but it's easy to get a trike from Buenavista port or Phillipe will arrange a pickup at a good price. You don't need to leave for food (you won't get any better food anywhere in the Philippines at this price) and there is hot/cold water freely available with drinks to purchase if you need. You can organise some day trips to various places on the island at a reasonable price, we had an island hopping trip near the mangroves on a weekday and we were the only ones around. If you want to get off the tourist trail and experience an island which is still relatively untouched by mass tourism; this place is for you.

Stayed in February 2025

Small bathroom

The host is the best I ever seen. Best breakfast and dinner. Great by taste and value. Amazing. Relaxing place. Nice to be there.

Stayed in February 2025

We liked everything.

The Lazy Tiki is located at the northern part of Guimaras island. The owners are a very friendly Filipino/French family. We felt like being part. The offered cuisine is outstanding, encompassing the best of both cultures. Deep, educated conversations at dinner times about land and culture were exceptionally uplifting. They are also offering touring service for the whole island with an experienced young local driver which we took advantage of for sightseeing and island hopping.

Stayed in October 2024

Couldn't think of anything. We needed rest from our busy city life and we got more than that.

The food is incredible! For less than 500 we got a full course meal that tastes more than we paid for. The owner, Philip is very nice and accomodating. Ate Juliana who served us (and also the cook) is warm and taught us about the trees, vines and fruits that is around the resort. Speaking of which, Lazy Tiki is abundant in fruits and trees. Their dogs are so sweet and looks well taken care for. Sky is very sweet :) We also got a cheap service to Buenavista wharf and a side trip to nearby landmarks. Highly recommended!

Stayed in August 2024

No TV, the beach is not enticing

Warm people and swimming pool and food

Stayed in July 2024

Suggestions: Signage to be more visible Lights on in the gate area

clean, very exclusive, personalized food preparation! Very comfy bedrooms and wash area 100% highly recommended

Stayed in May 2024

Location was hard to reach and there was not much in the area in the way of activities or restaurants.

Wonderful family hosting us. The food was excellent, the rooms were spacious, clean and comfortable and the garden and seating area was beautiful.

Stayed in January 2024

absolutely unbelievably nice and relaxed, and the host family was fantastic and the food so good.

Stayed in March 2024

No complaints

Amazing place, thanks to the warmth and hospitality of the owners who treated us like family. Thank you Philippe and the family

Stayed in February 2024

Very clean and quiet place, owned by a lovely french-filipina couple. Breakfast is included and has a rich sortiment of fresh fruits and delicious filipino and international dishes. We spent two nights there and feel happy and relaxed.

Stayed in December 2023

Little hard to reach, street to g there isn’t really a street 😉

Such a nice place to be, cosy to be, nice staff and extraordinary service in all

Stayed in November 2023

It did not bother me but a heads up for those looking for a swimming beach: one can swim off the private beach only at high tide.

We spent 6 days at the Lazy Tiki and had 3 meals a day. The food was delicious local recipes, many of which we will make ourselves once back home. It is pretty secluded and quiet - exactly what we wanted. We could read and simply relax without anyone disturbing us. The sounds of frogs, crickets and birds were an extra plus while the hundreds of dragonflies during the day and fireflies at night were the cherry on the cake. Philippe and his team are very eco-conscious with no sign of any plastic around. Refreshing.

Stayed in July 2023

It's a bit hard to find the place - we goes by trike and it was a bit hard with small local roads. so it may be better to ask hosts to meet you at a pier

All great! Philippe is an amazing host and his family very nice and helpful too. Food are excellent and delicious, especially for abroad travellers - cooks are French men. Rooms are very comfortable, made with a lot of taste and have a sea view. Beautiful place for lazy rest with gourmet cuisine several days after long islands hopping!

Stayed in December 2022

The location ist far from everything and there is nothing to do but chill. There is a beach but it’s sad and dirty and rough (no swimming). There was construction right next to the small pool, so we would mostly stay on the terrace. Construction was a bit noisy, they were building a new house for the reception.

Very nice people, exceptional service and hospitality. They made a gluten free tiramisu for us! They really do go above and beyond and are very friendly! Breakfast is was excellent. The room was clean and comfortable, with probably the best shower we had on our travels.

Stayed in February 2025

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Stayed in March 2025

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Stayed in March 2024

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Stayed in August 2023