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Reviews of Hiraya Surf Hostel This rating is a reflection of how the property compares to the industry standard when it comes to price, facilities and services offered. It is based on a self-evaluation by the property. Use this rating to help choose your stay!

Lot - C Catangnan, (323.24 mi) Surigao Del Norte,, 8419 General Luna, Philippines

#16 of 77 hotels in General Luna

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Review score

Based on 395 hostel reviews

8.9

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.9

  • Comfort

    8.9

  • Location

    7.9

  • Facilities

    8.6

  • Staff

    9.4

  • Value for money

    9.2

  • Free WiFi

    6.7

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  • Reviewed: 1 May 2024

    10
    Immaculate vibes, amazing staff and facilities
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    only thing is it’s far from general luna if you wanna go out on a night time, plus the road up to the hostel is a bit rough

    Immaculate vibes, amazing facilities, pool, comfy beds and nice social area, lots of social activities so easy to meet other people as a solo backpacker! Saturday’s family dinner and dj was sooo nice, and good location for cloud 9 if you want to surf, shoutout to Skye & Camille for making my stay so memorable ♡

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 April 2024

    10
    Best hostel in location
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The snoring of others..... but this doesn't count as it is not the hostel fault. So technically nothing I dislike about this hostel!

    Everything! People, staff, facility, and location. Everyone is so friendly, they treat you like a friend and family rather just a profession. The facility is also good, has everything you need and always clean, the staff look after it very well! The location is great, not far from laundry. Even getting into the town isn't that far, and it is in a quiet area.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 April 2024

    9.0
    Highly recommended for solo travellers who want to relax in GL.
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Not really Hiraya’s fault, but the road leading to the hostel needs improvement. Other than this, nothing negative to say about this place.

    The staff is the gem of Hiraya. Super helpful and always willing to assist and provide recommendations to make your stay and visit worthwhile.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 April 2024

    10
    Highly Recommend
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    staff are very accommodating and friendly!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 April 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The shower was terrible every time I used it. I could barely wash the pressure was so bad. The sink area also smelled Abit but they had incense burning to cover the smell.

    Staff were friendly and the pool was a nice touch. They helped us hire a bike for two days and book onto an island hopping tour. The beds were comfy and it didn't feel like you were in a 20 bed dorm. Everyone was respectful and quiet.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 April 2024

    9.0
    Friendships and Surfing
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The showers were a little lack lustre. Better water pressure would be nice!

    Great staff and great atmosphere for meeting other solo travellers! The staff were very helpful and organized daily surf lessons for me, and many of the other travellers were also there to surf so we all went together which was nice. Overall really lovely hostel experience!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 April 2024

    10
    Home away from home
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Stayed here for about 4 weeks in total and loved it (obviously)! The staff is the best, so welcoming, fun and friendly! They have a lot of activities and events but it’s still quiet at 9 if you want to sleep early. So far the most social place I’ve stayed! Even though it’s 18 people dorm and no curtains the rooms are spacious and it doesn’t feel that crowded. Also big lockers under the beds with space for all your stuff. Looking forward to being back one day!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 April 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Beautiful atmosphere and hostel. Nice and friendly staff. Comfortable beds.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 March 2024

    8.0
    Definetely recommend if you like to meet new people and share experiences
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights

    If you get to sleep on the top bunk bed there is basically no privacy and no repair from the aircon which can be set on a very low temperature at night. Communication with the staff sometimes is a bit tricky but they always try to find a solution if you have a problem.

    The Hostel itself is really great, the little cafe has a lot of choice, they are very conscious about the environment and the staff is very helpful if you want to join their activities, get advices on where to eat, rent a scooter, get surfing lessons and so on. I definetely recommend!

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 March 2024

    10
    Chill, welcoming hostel & amazing staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 10 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No curtains on beds, but the top bunk felt more private. No toilet paper but bring your own and it’s not a problem. Lack of hot water for showers. People getting up early and letting the dorm door slam (not the hostels fault as they do have signs saying to close the door quietly…)

    This is my favourite hostel so far in a four month trip. The staff are AMAZING, so friendly and helpful. Don’t be put off by the dorm sizes, it felt less crowded than others with far less beds! The cafe has really good breakfast/lunch options for affordable prices. They do group dinners to local restaurants and dinner and party at the hostel once a week. You can walk to Cloud 9 but will need a scooter to get everywhere else. As a solo traveller Hiraya was perfect as everyone was super chill and welcoming :)

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 March 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Non ce carta igienica

    Staff Location Letti Night games Cucina

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 March 2024

    10
    Best hostel ever!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    8 months travelling around the world I haven’t seen a hostel like this. I was feeling at home from the first minute when I arrived at the Hiraya. The staff knows your name from the minute you check-in and they are very caring. No matter the request - they’ll find a solution. I just love how they are like a big chosen family and make you feel like you’re a part of it. I was a bit nervous about the 18 beds in one dorm but everybody in the hostel is very attentive - once the lights are off at 10PM, people would only tiptoe around with their flashlights on. Had the best sleep in those comfy beds. Also, the rooms and facilities were super clean. I’m gonna miss this place and its people big times!

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 March 2024

    9.0
    Nice :)
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The street to the hostel is very bad. No toilet paper.

    The staff was super kind and the daily program is very nice for solo travel. :)

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 February 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Clean rooms and dorms. Amazing owner and staff. All the staff members are very friendly. Worth visit g 😊

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 February 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Cool vibe and good facilities!

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 February 2024

    10
    It was amazing, I would recommend it to every solo Traveller!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Amazing staff! Amazing activities and super nice people- felt right at home!

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 February 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No hot water in the shower, no toilet paper

    Hostel mostly for solo travelers, so the vives at the hostel and the people was very nice

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 February 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The staff in Hiraya is amazing. The hostel has lot of activities to do, great parties and game nights. Loved the place.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 February 2024

    9.0
    The vibes were immaculate, the staff SLAYED, the vibes were CUNTY, the experience ATE
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The damn road! Definitely not the fault of the hostel, but the local government needs to improve their roads. Nonetheless, definitely coming back cause the vibes were VIBINNGGGG

    The staff absolutely SLAYED. The vibes were IMMACULATE. The memories made were UNMATCHED.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 January 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    amazing staff all are super friendly you really feel like home. The beds where super comfortable and the rooms where always clean can’t say anything bad about my time there, would come back anytime

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 January 2024

    9.0
    Recommend this place!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The road to get to and from the hostel is a nightmare which is such a bummer considering how great the hostel as itself is.

    The staff was super nice, the hostel has an area where you can do yoga, stretch or workout, even tho it’s a 18 bed dorm it doesn’t feel like it at all and there’s nice people staying there. Since it’s not a party hostel it’s quiet from 10pm at night which is nice.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 January 2024

    9.0
    Overall good, chill and socialize vibe
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The lightning in the dorm and bathroom. Furthermore I'm not a sure how clean the floor was, special in the bathroom.

    I liked the chillness and the vibe to socialize, and the staff was really great! Overall good, I can recommend this place.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 14 January 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 8 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Hiraya hostel is the best I have stayed in so far. Everyone is super open, the vibe is very nice and it feels like a home away from home. The staff is super friendly and welcoming, they know the guests by name and really make sure you feel at home. Every Saturday a family dinner is organized which is super nice and also other tours like island hopping is offered. Truly loved it and kept extending my stay. Best hostel! Can highly highly recommend it!!! ☺️

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 14 January 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Hostel is a quite a bit away from general lunas Main Street (but a short tuk tuk) and down a long lane that when we were there was mucky with lots of puddles - so just bare in mind!

    Really nice common area and staff were amazing, super friendly. Cafe does good, affordable breakfast

    Stayed in January 2024

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