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THISTLE INN Purok7, Bilisan, 6340 Panglao, Philippines

#3 of 144 hotels in Panglao

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 51 hotel reviews

9.6

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.8

  • Comfort

    9.8

  • Location

    8.4

  • Facilities

    9.7

  • Staff

    9.8

  • Value for money

    9.7

  • Free WiFi

    10.0

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  • Reviewed: 1 May 2024

    10
    Definitely one of the best inns we stayed. I think I enjoyed the place more than the expensive hotels
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Double Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very clean and friendly stuff

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 April 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Twin Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing it was a perfect stay.

    Very clean and new. Very comfortable beds. Staff are very friendly.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 March 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night

    Location is quite far from restaurants, shops etc. You will either need to rent a motorbike/car. I had some miscommunication with the information desk and the trike they booked for me. i ended up getting charged more than what the reception desk told me it would cost, so I wouldn't recommend getting transport through them. You're better off booking on your own. Other than that, my stay was perfect.

    Room was nice, very clean. The bed was also very comfortable and the wifi was super strong.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 March 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Pool was closed for maintenance for 3 days

    Everything

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 March 2024

    9.0
    Highly recommended
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Junior Suite with Balcony
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    You do need to get a tuktuk to get to places but that wasn't a problem and we always managed to get one at the door within 10 minutes.

    This place is outstanding. The owners and the staff go above and beyond. We cannot recommend it enough, they are so helpful. Great recommendations, even made special pack lunch for our babies. The rooms themselves are impeccable. spacious and comfortable and incredibly clean.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 February 2024

    10
    Lovely hotel, would highly recommend!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The hotel is about 10 minutes tuktuk ride from a most of the main tourist spots in Panglao. However, we liked the quiet so it was perfect for us, and the staff were always really helpful with arranging transportation and tours etc.

    Genuinely couldn’t recommend The Thistle Inn enough. The room is immaculately clean (with clean towels provided daily) and everything is well presented - the bed is super comfortable, all the room facilities are excellent (great aircon, free bottles or water daily). The facilities are fantastic - lovely garden and pool area as well as a bar and restaurant (the breakfast was 10/10). That staff are incredibly friendly and attentive and the family that own the hotel are so accommodating and helpful - nothing is too much trouble. If we make it back to Bohol, we will definitely stay again and recommend it to others.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 February 2024

    9.0
    Very comfortable, clean hotel with hands on management.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Location is quiet, away from Alona Beach craziness, but need a tuk tuk or scooter to get anywhere for dinner or to other places.

    Breakfast delicious, filling, good coffee. Room spotless, bed comfortable. Nice seating area on balcony. Good clean pool. Chef very good. Helpful owners and staff

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 January 2024

    10
    Cozy warm relaxing stay with wonderful people and amazing swrvice.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Junior Suite with Balcony
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    None really. Such a wonderful place to stay.

    The place was cozy, warm and relaxing vibe. The people are very friendly and attentive. They listen to what you need and are very generous with thwir time and service. You will love the homey feels. It’s also near some bigger resorts if uou want a beach experience although their pool was also a great place to chill. They serve good food with generous servings. They will also help you with tours and recreation recommendations. They keep everythinv clean and orderly. They also have a bar and restaurant.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 January 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Double Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The staff was very helpful. We had a short stay as we planned to take a ferry to Oslob. They assisted and made the process extremely smooth.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 January 2024

    10
    I you want relax ,that’s the place .
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    N/A

    Very clean, good cocktails at the bar. Staff are very friendly and helpful, will organise everything you need. Good value for money. Definitely can recommend.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 January 2024

    10
    We had a wonderful stay at Thistle Inn. Rooms are being cleaned and tidied every day , food is good.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    None

    The place is very clean, comfortable, relaxing atmosphere, with pleasant and accommodating staff including the owner Frank and Che

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 December 2023

    10
    Worth-it.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Its clean. People are accommodating. Room was very nice! Staff are accommodating. Will definitely stay here again next time. :)

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 6 December 2023

    10
    Lovely property!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The western breakfast, this isn’t only here we have found it difficult to find anyplace in the Philippines able to make eggs over easy.

    This was the best place we stayed so far since our arrival in the Philippines 🇵🇭 Staff was great from the owners to the general maintenance folks. The attention to detail was amazing.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 9 October 2023

    9.0
    Overall, it was a perfect and comfortable stay, especially if you prefer a quiet area with convenient proximity to every
    • Family with young children
    • Triple Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The water pressure in the shower was a bit slow, it was manageable, and the breakfast choices were somewhat limited.

    Our stay at their place was very comfortable, and cleanliness was a top priority. The staff was approachable, and my family and I will definitely return to this hotel.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 31 August 2023

    10
    Amazing thank you
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 2 nights

    nothing

    Location. Hotel was amazing - exceeded expectations and staff were lovely (a family run hotel). We only booked for 2 nights and then ended up staying 5, that's how good it is.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 28 August 2023

    10
    The place is not short of entertainment- private pool, TV has Netflix, Prime Video & Youtube
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Away from the hustle and bustle of Alona Beach - If. you’re after rest and relaxation , the place is perfect! Owned by a couple, who are hands on in the management of their property, they ensure guests are satisfied. we even got free airport pick up. We came back at 12 midnight from Bamboo Bar and there was a security guard to let us in, no worries.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 July 2023

    9.0
    Thistle Inn, a home away from home
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Junior Suite with Balcony
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It was quite far from other establishments but if you are looking for a quiet and peaceful vaca this is the place for you.

    The rooms were cozy. Likewise it was clean and orderly. The owners were nice and accomodating. Wifi was strong, streaming is available thru smart tv. Airport transfer was also available thru private car.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 June 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There is literally nothing around the hotel. Need transportation to go to restaurants or other places. However , hotel provides bike rental and help with transportation.

    Big room with pool towers, hot water and all necessary toiletries. Loundry service. Nice atmosphere and perfect swinmingpool.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 13 May 2023

    9.0
    happy guest(s)
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    none

    after a tiring day visiting places, you get your much deserved rest and sleep in this Inn. our room was very clean, smells good upon entry and big enough to move freely. bed and pillows are soft but firm. the place is located away from a busy road. the owners and staff were well mannered and attentive to our needs. they really make you feel welcome and comfortable. if you prefer to avoid a crowded place to stay, then Thistle Inn is your "go to" .

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 9 May 2023

    10
    Perfect stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Everything was absolutely perfect, I can't think about something that needs to be improved. The location is good, the rooms are super comfortable and clean, the people working there are beyond nice. The best place I've stayed in the Philippines and I'll be back.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 8 May 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Food and staff is so good.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 6 April 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Amazing hotel with the best staff I have ever met. The hotel staff helped us with all our questions and requests instantly, with car rental, with the purchase of ferry tickets, with a transfer, we felt at home, thank you very much for this! Very clean and modern hotel, I recommend everyone to stay here if you are flying to Panglao! Be sure to book a massage here.

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 29 March 2023

    10
    A home away from home
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Junior Suite with Balcony
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    None

    Everything They went over and beyond our needs. The staff made us feel very comfortable.

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 9 March 2023

    10
    Very clean, quiet hotel with 5 star facilities, good value for money.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Double Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The location was a bit far from the poblacion and there were no other restaurants nearby altho they could call you a tuktuk but cost could add up.

    It was the cleanest hotel I’ve stayed in with 5 star facilities; with soft plush towels, great quality toiletries, robes and slippers Chy, the owner, was gracious, helpful and accommodating, even allowed us to use their restaurant table to eat our take away dinner. The garden and pool were well maintained and very clean.

    Stayed in March 2023

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