- nothing in particular

- cleanliness of the place - green and spacious - attentiveness of staff - friendliness of the owner

Stayed in March 2024

Noisy in the morning

Good value for money Very nice owner who arranged transportation for us

Stayed in March 2024

Only 1 power point for the entire room and very hot at night

Common area is very nice and hostel owner very happy to help you

Stayed in February 2024

The bunk room was too crowded with ten people in a pretty small space sharing one bathroom with a flimsy door…

The rooftop terrace was great and I loved the hummus & flatbread. Tuna melt was good too. The host and staff were very friendly.

Stayed in February 2024

The staff were incredibly kind and helpful! They helped me book a tour and transfer to Port Barton. Facilities were clean and they have a nice area with hammocks and a tv to chill. Definitely recommend staying here!

Stayed in October 2023

The host Reed is super nice and helps you with everything. It is not on a main road, so it’s much more calmer and also greener, but you still just walk a few minutes if you’re looking for bars or restaurants.

Stayed in October 2023

The bed

Breakfast is good. It is a bit far from the center

Stayed in September 2023

I got here during the low season so wasn’t too many people staying there, which created a calmer ambiance that was still appreciated

Great location. It’s not straight on rizal rd. but it’s close enough that it’s not even a far walk! Got an amazing rooftop bar which is a sweet spot for sunsets whenever you don’t have the energy to head down to the bay walk. Also want to mention that the owner is such a great guy, always saw to it if I had any questions or needs and great talks on top of that

Stayed in August 2023

No individual plug sockets next to each bed

Really nice property and the food at the restaurant was great. The owner was also really friendly and made me feel welcome

Stayed in July 2023

Nothing

The owner Reed and his Staff Regina were so good for me. Even when my plans changed they were very flexible. The room was good and they have hot shower! They also helped me out with transfer to airport.

Stayed in June 2023

Really loved the common area with all the hamocks, such a chill place. The owner and manager were really nice with me and helped me to book my tours. I had a really great time a this place!

Stayed in June 2023

The hostel opened recently so they are still fixing some things. The room is a little packed with 10 beds and only one bathroom/toilet.

The owner is a really nice and helpful person. I would recommand to go there if only for a night.. Not that confortable for a longer stay. Nice rooftop bar.

Stayed in June 2023

The owner is super nice and friendly, but the woman who run the place didn't smile to any of us even once. When you add all the rules of the place it doesn't feel like home... The place was brand new so very clean, I don't know how it will continue, cause they put 10 people in one small room, with no lockers, shelfs or hungers. They don't give towels or blankets, the sheet to cover is actually the same kind as you put on a matress, no soap in the toilet, and they charge for water and don't allow food from outside - so all in total you get the feeling that they take more than they give...

The common area is great, lots of humocks.

Stayed in May 2023

Nothing

Lovely hostel, set slightly away from the busier areas so you can relax in peace! My hosts were lovely and very helpful arranging tours and onward travel. Rooftop terrace is the best part. Great area to chill and have some food or drink of an evening.

Stayed in May 2023

No sink, no doormats, someone entered the room. Even the host shouldn't have to go inside just to turn off the aircon because of their concern about the electricity. No valuables missing but the fact that someone entered a private room which is pretty obvious "paid in full" is a hell of inconvenience.

Stayed in April 2023

It's still so new, and things are being added to make it better!

This hostel is new, so obviously there are things that happen that need attending to in which i appreciate the owner trying to fix these problems right away. I think this hostel will be great once everything comes togetger. The food was delicious, and the vibes are really good here.

Stayed in April 2023

Room was so hot and uncomfortable to sleep in, ac didn’t really help. I didn’t sleep well because of this. 10 people to 1 bathroom is chaos, I waited for over an hour to shower. Hostel is not near any restaurants or anything so have to get a tricycle if you want to go out for dinner.

It was clean

Stayed in March 2024

Just lockers and the sockets

Its quite relaxing big garden to hang outside Like the terrace Feels safe and i would come back again

Stayed in February 2024

Breakfasts were very good! The burger is a must-try. The roof terrace is perfect to relax or socialize. Reed is a great host and a really fun, interesting guy. Tours were easy to organise and Reed also gave us tips on a good local motorbike loop for a day trip.

Stayed in February 2024

The hostel is a 30 mins walk away from the main area. Didn't have a good exchange with the host regarding cancellations of a day tour. I ended up not staying the night just because of the tone of the conversation which was unpleasant, to say the least. Haven't had an experience like this in my 5 months of traveling. This was a shame as it was my first stop in the Philippines.

Stayed in January 2024

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I really recommend this hostel. The host is amazing, a great cook, social and very helpful. He even brought us to the airport himself. He had some great tips about what to do on Palawan, not just Puerto. He also has a lot of travel experience and brought the best elements of his trips back to this hostel. The common room is really chill and relaxed, where we spent most of the time.

Stayed in October 2023

Nothing, would be good to have where to plug your phone in the bed and maybe a locker.

Located in a quiet street, nice rooftop, Reese is a great host. Very comfotable place.

Stayed in September 2023

I can't imagine a better way to experience Puerto Princesa. The owner/host Reed went above and beyond all expectations. From airport pickup to having the room and bathroom spotlessly clean every day. He also offered me loads of information on the things to see in PP and is able to book tours and transportation cheaper than all of the other agencies. I would definitely choose La Vida again if I went back to Puerto Princesa.

Stayed in August 2023