The luxury Princesa Garden Resort and Spa is located along the coast on the island of Palawan, a seven-minute drive from the airport. The 78 guest rooms are sleek and handsome, all with balconies and many with perks such as whirlpool tubs or direct access to the enormous lagoon pool. Other attractive features include a lovely spa with massage treatments available, free use of bikes and non-motorized water sports, and five bars and restaurants with international and local cuisine (plus room service). However, while the resort generally gets good feedback, there have been complaints of poor Wi-Fi and no hot water due to the reliance on solar heating. While its arguably the snazziest resort in the area, the Sheridan Beach Resort and Spa is another good option offering lots to do on-site.
The luxury Princesa Garden Resort and Spa is located along the coast on the island of Palawan, a seven-minute drive from the airport. The 78 guest rooms are sleek and handsome, all with balconies and many with perks such as whirlpool tubs or direct access to the enormous lagoon pool. Other attractive features include a lovely spa with massage treatments available, free use of bikes and non-motorized water sports, and five bars and restaurants with international and local cuisine (plus room service). However, while the resort generally gets good feedback, there have been complaints of poor Wi-Fi and no hot water due to the reliance on solar heating. While its arguably the snazziest resort in the area, the Sheridan Beach Resort and Spa is another good option offering lots to do on-site.
Bright, modern, and decorated with a quirky, hip flair, the three-pearl One Manolo Place Hotel is located a block away from the Puerto Princesa International Airport. The hotel’s courtyard houses a sleek swimming pool, which is overlooked by a well-equipped gym in a dramatically cantilevered room. All rates include a buffet breakfast, and dinner is also available. Rooms are presented impeccably, albeit a bit generically in the lower-category spaces, which are also a bit small. All come with air-conditioning, a flat-screen TV, and kettle, but only suites come with a mini-fridge. Travelers looking to be away from the airport in a more rural, beachside spot should check out the Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Puerto Princesa.
Bright, modern, and decorated with a quirky, hip flair, the three-pearl One Manolo Place Hotel is located a block away from the Puerto Princesa International Airport. The hotel’s courtyard houses a sleek swimming pool, which is overlooked by a well-equipped gym in a dramatically cantilevered room. All rates include a buffet breakfast, and dinner is also available. Rooms are presented impeccably, albeit a bit generically in the lower-category spaces, which are also a bit small. All come with air-conditioning, a flat-screen TV, and kettle, but only suites come with a mini-fridge. Travelers looking to be away from the airport in a more rural, beachside spot should check out the Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Puerto Princesa.
The three-pearl Floral Villarosa Pool is a low-key, six-room property a two-minute drive from the airport via a free shuttle. Most of the modestly decorated rooms surround an attractive outdoor pool and some have balconies and lovely pebble-accented bathrooms. While the pool waterfall offers relaxing ambient noise, the roosters crowing in the morning can be bothersome. Simple Filipino fare is served in an island-style restaurant with an outdoor dining terrace for all three meals. The 24-hour front desk can arrange Underground River tours and firefly or dolphin excursions. This is a solid affordable choice in Puerto Princesa for travelers who want to be near the airport, but it's worth comparing rates at the charming Hibiscus Garden Inn -- though it lacks a pool.
The three-pearl Floral Villarosa Pool is a low-key, six-room property a two-minute drive from the airport via a free shuttle. Most of the modestly decorated rooms surround an attractive outdoor pool and some have balconies and lovely pebble-accented bathrooms. While the pool waterfall offers relaxing ambient noise, the roosters crowing in the morning can be bothersome. Simple Filipino fare is served in an island-style restaurant with an outdoor dining terrace for all three meals. The 24-hour front desk can arrange Underground River tours and firefly or dolphin excursions. This is a solid affordable choice in Puerto Princesa for travelers who want to be near the airport, but it's worth comparing rates at the charming Hibiscus Garden Inn -- though it lacks a pool.
The 14-room Hibiscus Garden Hotel is a budget hotel in the center of Puerto Princesa, featuring lush gardens with carved wooden furniture and artwork at every turn. Traditional Filipino designs -- woven mats on ceilings and colorful artwork -- give rooms a welcoming vibe, though the tube TVs and bright yellow walls make them feel dated. Some rooms also have charming private gardens with hammocks. The hotel is a five-minute drive to the airport via a free shuttle service and there's an on-site restaurant with a wood-fire pizza oven and a bar. Guests wanting to stay at a property near the airport and with a pool may want to consider the three-pearl Floral Villarosa Pool.
The 14-room Hibiscus Garden Hotel is a budget hotel in the center of Puerto Princesa, featuring lush gardens with carved wooden furniture and artwork at every turn. Traditional Filipino designs -- woven mats on ceilings and colorful artwork -- give rooms a welcoming vibe, though the tube TVs and bright yellow walls make them feel dated. Some rooms also have charming private gardens with hammocks. The hotel is a five-minute drive to the airport via a free shuttle service and there's an on-site restaurant with a wood-fire pizza oven and a bar. Guests wanting to stay at a property near the airport and with a pool may want to consider the three-pearl Floral Villarosa Pool.
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Puerto Princesa is a mid-range beachfront property with 50 bright rooms and suites, many with beachfront patios or balconies. A lagoon pool sits on the beachfront and the concierge can help guests book kayak rentals and horseback riding trips through the mangroves. Breakfast is included in room rates and served in an airy restaurant with poolside dining. The hotel is located 15 minutes from city center, but there’s free shuttle service (though advanced booking is required). It may be worth comparing rates and amenities at the Daluyon Beach and Mountain Resort, which has more upscale rooms.
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Puerto Princesa is a mid-range beachfront property with 50 bright rooms and suites, many with beachfront patios or balconies. A lagoon pool sits on the beachfront and the concierge can help guests book kayak rentals and horseback riding trips through the mangroves. Breakfast is included in room rates and served in an airy restaurant with poolside dining. The hotel is located 15 minutes from city center, but there’s free shuttle service (though advanced booking is required). It may be worth comparing rates and amenities at the Daluyon Beach and Mountain Resort, which has more upscale rooms.
