Absolute Paradise This is without doubt the best place in The Philippines. The accommodation is great, food amazing, staff wonderful and if that wasn’t enough there is world class snorkelling right out the front. Beautiful thriving coral on the doorstep and each snorkelling adventure is graced with multiple turtle encounters. All the locals are warm and friendly and there is plenty of exploring to be done in the other areas on the island. The staff go out if their way to make sure everything is just right.

If you take it for what it is, it’s 10/10 on every level.

Overall im very satisfied with the stay - the island was perfect to spend a few days and unwind. I was prepared for the lack of luxury and in fact that's the charm of it. There are several accommodation compounds on the island next to each other but I believe this one was the best since people congregated to it the most. The staff were really helpful with everything and a nice eating area made the place looking comfortable. THe food is good and varied. if you're bored you can try eating somewhere else for lunch. The fact that you can go swimming with the turtles on the right and enjoy a world-class coral reef on the left, it's a massive winning point!! The island itself is also great to walk around and meet the friendly locals.

The accommodation compound is fairly compact, almost crowded. There's dogs that patrol that area and they can be noisy. Also the walls of the bungalows are thin, so just be prepared. Finally, the beaches on the island are slightly underwhelming - not easy to swim or be lazy around them, I was hoping for the other beaches around the island to be more remote and idyllic, but Im afraid they were just average. Still worth spending the time on the island even if the views are not picture-perfect.

Our stay at this hotel was an absolute dream. The location was incredibly peaceful, right on the beach, with the soothing sound of waves providing the perfect backdrop for relaxation. We could snorkel and swim with turtles just steps from our door, which was truly magical. The staff were unbelievably friendly, making us feel warmly welcomed – almost like part of the family. Our room was spacious, beautifully decorated, and featured an excellent bed for a great night's sleep. Initially, we planned to stay for three nights, but we loved it so much that we extended our stay. Highly recommended for anyone seeking tranquility and unforgettable experiences! I was extremely satisfied with the breakfast at this hotel! There was a great selection, catering to both Western and Filipino tastes. The Western breakfast included a variety of bread, crispy bacon, perfectly cooked eggs, fresh fruit, and a choice of coffee or tea – everything was delicious and well-prepared. For those looking for a more local experience, there was also the option of a Filipino breakfast, offering authentic flavors and a taste of the culture. The variety and quality made for a wonderful start to the day.

Nothing about the hotel disappointed me. Everything met or exceeded my expectations, making my stay truly enjoyable.

Ivy, Gaga and all the staff were so friendly, thank you so much for everything. The bedroom was big enough for the 4 of us, the scenery on the beach was stunning, the snorkling with turtles and beautiful corals right in front of the hotel and the food. You can have breakfast whenever you want which was really great for us. We had such a great time even though we got stuck on the island because of a typhon :D Thank you again for everything. We miss you and Pamiliacan !

Unfortunately we only planned 2 nights, but we could have easily stayed longer. Snorkeling right in front of the accommodation is great, in the coral garden (unfortunately only with a guide) or alone with the turtles! We had a room with a small terrace (great) and a smaller room in the middle of the garden (unfortunately without seating outside) The staff was very friendly (helped us with organizing our boattrip) and the atmosphere on the small island is generally very pleasant! Be sure to take a walk and buy some bread rolls at the bakery! Breakfast and food were OK, a little more expensive - but you're on a small island! The neighbor's videoke wasn't too loud. The day tourist from Panglao/Bohol are not really disturbing the ambience.

I loved my 4 night stay at Liwayway Sa Bohol and wish I could have stayed even longer! People - the staff and the local people in the village - here are so sweet and the location in the tiny island of Pamilacan absolutely wonderful. My room had a terrace and view of the sea; it was spacious, clean and comfortable. Warm welcome by Ivy at the reception. Food cooked by lovely Gaga and the kitchen team was delicious. The owner, Elvira, is environmentally aware and offered many interesting conversations and local recommendations for my onward travel. I also loved the skillful massages by Gina and highly recommend her. This is the perfect, natural place for those who appreciate peace and simple pleasures of being outside in the nature, enjoying the ocean and listening to the sea and seeing stars at night.

For me this place was ideal. Other guests may want to consider the fact that this is a quiet, simple place with limited water resources - there is no running water, so you will wash with a scoop from a bucket instead. Please be mindful that they have to bring the fresh washing water from the mainland, so use it sparingly!

The place is unique, and we will always conserve our best memories here. However, it requires some spirit of adaptation, since in dry times, there is no running water, and you will have to use a tank of water for everything. Also the rooms and cottages are really nice as they are built in their traditional way. Be aware however that there will be other living animals inside the room given the open spaces in the hut (there is a mosquito net on the bed ). So, expect to adapt to slow island conditions, and you will be rewarded with an amazing experience. We guarantee that this resort is the best in the island. I give "only" 8 because I think the shower system with the tank can be improved in the bathroom to save water, and also we had some misunderstandings on the first night and for this reason we didn't shower on the first night.

Spacious comfortable room on a little paradise island Staff were nice and friendly and organised a dolphin spotting boat trip but unfortunately we didn't see any! There are several very friendly dogs who we loved seeing every day. Food was tasty and a fair price considering the location. There was no running water for the toilet and shower but we were provided with ample water every day to use so we didn't mind, it added to the island experience for us!

The only downside was the cost of the boat transfer through the hotel, I feel this cost should be specified on the booking description, but it is worth it to spend time on this lovely island.

Quiet and friendly place. Business running by a family. Very large and comfortable rooms. Location is perfect. You have a coral reef garden just in front of the hotel. There are turtles and one of the most beautiful reefs I've ever seen. Delicious and eco dishes. The staff will help you to get to the Island from Bohol and get back. Just contact them. Friendly dogs around so take a dog food with you. On Bohol you can buy it at 7 Eleven. Here on the Island there is no chance to buy it.

We absolutely loved our stay! The photos don't do this place justice - it's very clean and spacious. The staff does a fantastic job in keeping this place tidy, which is hard because they don't have running water. The location is wonderful, right next to the turtle point and reef. We also loved the food - it's delicious and much better than in other places on the island. The people are the friendliest, and the staff is absolutely lovely! We highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a quiet moment and some snorkeling.

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