Marco Vincent Dive Resort

All aspects of my visit at the Marco Vincent Dive Resort were stellar. The team spoils you here. I was with a group of scuba divers and underwater photographers so my experience went well beyond the actual hotel grounds. The dive masters knew the waters well, were attentive, and safety conscious. They also had a good understanding of the local wildlife both above and below the surface. Food on board as well as back at the hotel was great and of a good variety. Mangoes were in season which was a bonus. White Beach with its bars and restaurants is 5 minutes away. On non dive days, I used the pool and explored the region. One highlight was for me was photographing the fruit bats back at Puerto Galera proper. Overall, a great experience. I hope to return!

From the moment we were met at the airport until we left the island, the staff at Marco Vincent was outstanding. They were professional, friendly and so very helpful. There were 19 people in our group and when we arrived to check in, they knew and addressed us by name, and that was true for all of the staff, front desk, housekeeping, restaurant and dive staff. Despite the hotel being about 21 years old, it is well maintained, and our room was spotless. Service was impeccable. If there was anything we needed, all we had to do was ask. When we arrived, we were a little under the weather, as we were in contact with someone in our earlier travels who passed along a cold/flu type illness (not COVID), and they had a driver, Willie, who graciously took us to town to purchase cold and flu meds. Only when we arrived at the pharmacy, they were closed for inventory. He drove us to 2 other (grocery) stores looking for medication. They didn't charge us a thing for that service. Meals were included in our package. The food was very good and plentiful. We appreciated having American food, and really enjoyed the Filipino cuisine as well. The staff and owners, Mel and Merci take great pride in their culture and enthusiastically shared it with us. The SCUBA diving was fantastic. The dive masters were active in pointing out sea life, and it was greatly appreciated. The dive boat, Big Beth, was spacious and very comfortable. A full lunch, with soup and at least 3 entrees and dessert were served onboard each day, in addition to fresh fruit, pastries and cookies between dives. They even made sure those divers with dietary restrictions were given alternate options which were made especially for that person. Each diver had their own personalized cup, coffee/tee mug and towel. I would be remiss if I didn't mention the warm face cloth and ginger tea that awaited us after each dive...what a nice touch. Our group had much to celebrate, we had a birthday and a diver who reached 100 dives. The pastry chef made cakes for both. The dive staff celebrated with signs underwater, celebrated on the boat and back at the resort. It was such a memorable experience. I don't know that anyone can top the hospitality we received at Marco Vincent Dive Resort! I would like to thank Nathan, Elreen, Genova, Rose (?) (front desk), Sherwin, Chefs Ronald and Fred, Cindy in housekeeping who helped me with some laundry, and all of the staff who I didn't mention by name. They were all fantastic. And thanks again to Mel and Merci for your gracious hospitality. We will gladly recommend Marco Vincent to anyone and hope we can come back again and see you all in your new Puerto Galera location. Salamat!

From the first moment to the last...an absolutely incredible experience. I have never felt so welcomed and appreciated. The hotel staff anticipated ever need, the dive masters were attentive and informative. The owners, Mel and Mercy, were on site and led by example. It is the only Philippino owned dive shop in the area and they take great pride in sharing their culture of warmth and hospitality. The diving will be hard to beat! There really aren't enough great things to say. Loved every second of my stay and look forward to seeing their new hotel in 2026. Salamat, Tina

Had the pleasure of staying at Marco Vincent for a whole week as part of my Work Dive Club trip. Room was comfortable and Air Conditioning worked well for the hot temperatures. The best part of the resort however is the amazing Staff. Everyone was unbelievably friendly and I felt truly lucky to be there. And of course the diving was incredible!!

I signed up for PADI open water dive course Marco Vicent Dive Resort provides. This is my first time staying at Marco Vincent and I was worried because I didn't know how to get there.....So I tried to contact MV and I could receive a lot of help from them over the phone two days before I went there!!! I could easily realize that they provide top quality dive experience by joining the program. Apol is a great instructor, I'm lucky to meet him there. I could feel the joy of Diving thanks to his passionate instruction. Every member of the MV staff was polite, friendly and professional. I can say they are the best staff in the world!!! I went back to Korea but I already miss the time and people of MV Diving Resort. Thank you guys again, You made my vacation twice more beautiful :)

Buyer Beware! Do NOT send this company a wire transfer. This was the Only form of payment they would accept. I foolishly did so and there are no Terms of Agreement or Policy Posted. I gave 30 days notice of not being able to travel as planned. I requested a credit for the money I sent for a future travel stay. I only received and acknowledgment of the email. This company has not responded to my last 4-5 emails sent over the last 2 weeks. I am disappointed with the level of professionalism in this company's communication along with their transparency of cancelation and travel credit options.