Kandugyap House by the Sea

It was nice but far from the city

Great place to enjoy our honeymoon. It’s quite, safe and easy access to the Ruins and Paradise Beach. It’s far from Santa Fe Port though but we rented out motorbikes to explore around the area. The property is clean but could do better. The hairdryer was broken but they gave us replacement right away which is nice. The staffs are friendly. I just wished they offer more drink options (alcohol) they have wines but pricey. Overall, we like the place and would love to come back.

SNAPSHOT: Like other reviewers, we strongly recommend this small, boutique seacliff hotel for a relaxing and laid-back holiday. While couple rooms are not big, they are very comfortable, clean and tastefully furnished. Staff are friendly and very helpful; shout-out to manager Marielou! The outdoor pool and beach are a treat - this place is a wonderful retreat. We look forward to staying again in the future. PROS: Bedroom AC and on-demand hot water system in bathroom both very good. Room air purifier also installed. Mini-fridge in room. Small bedside table with lamp provided. In-room wifi is strong. Infinity pool is small, but kept super clean. Plenty of outdoor furniture including tables overlooking the water. Each room has hanging racks for drying clothes. Slippers/thongs are provided. Ocean is wonderful for swimming - clean, clear and soooo warm! Canoes/kayaks available. You may be disappointed with the beach however since there is only a narrow white sand strip hugging the shoreline on both sides of the hotel. CONS: Limited storage space for luggage and clothes. No safety deposit box for valuables. Insects are a problem at night outside, so pack your bug spray. Suggest management installs blocking curtains as some guests may be bothered by outside security lighting at night. Only one channel accessible on cable tv in our room. FYI: Be aware that this hotel is located away from the town centre, but that is a big part of its idyllic charm. The hotel is a relatively short ride by tricycle or motorbike, however. From Santa Fe port to hotel takes about 15-20 minutes. No entertainment venues are close by, but there is a very good seafood restaurant within easy walking distance of the hotel. It is the only eatery in the vicinity unless you count the occasional roadside hawker. No kettle, microwave etc. in the room. Instant coffee sachets are provided. Plated breakfast is simple filipino style - good, but not great. Wall-mounted soap and shampoo dispensers plus hairdryer in the bathroom. Beach/pool towel provided FOC. ADVICE: Be aware that brown-outs occur regularly on the island and last for at least one hour. Bantayan Island takes the full brunt of a tropical sun in the mornings and early afternoons so pack plenty of sunscreen and stick to shaded areas if you are heat sensitive.

kandugyap is a small resort with a pool and access to a beach in a small cove. you could spend quality time by the pool, or sitting by the Adirondack chairs provided overlooking the sea. with only five rooms, the place was very private and we barely met other guests of the resort. service was more of a homestsay feel than it is a hotel. staff were courteous and helpful. room and bathroom were both clean and comfortable. getting around, we rented a motorbike which we drove ourselves for only 350 pesos per day. from santa fe pier to kandugyap, we spent 150 per trip for a tricycle for two passengers. a perfect place to be in bantayan.