Emerald Playa Beach and Nature Park, San Jose, Puerto Princesa, Philippines | 63 48 723 0977
Set on an uncrowded and serene beach
Rooms have flat-screen TVs and mini-fridges
Many rooms have patios or balconies and beachfront views
Suites offer dining areas and wet bars with microwaves
Lagoon pool right next to the beach
Free shuttle service to downtown Puerto Princesa and the airport
Free Wi-Fi throughout
Free breakfast and 24/7 coffee in the lobby
Concierge desk with kayak rentals and Honda Bay excursions
Conference room for up to 25 people
Attractive grassy playground
Removed from city center, with little in walking distance
Rooms are Beach has shallow waters not ideal for swimming
Hotel shuttle service requires advanced booking
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.
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Scene
Quiet hotel with tropical designs and a beachfront setting
The mid-range Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Puerto Princesa is housed in two-story buildings with white-and-blue accents that blend in naturally with the beach setting and tropical landscaping. The lobby features stacked driftwood under glass tabletops and ample striped rattan sofas. At low tide the beach shore seems to stretch on endlessly, providing a remote setting ideal for travelers seeking a quiet getaway.
Location
Sleepy location on a long stretch of sand
The hotel is located at the end of a long road, on a generally uncrowded beach that’s almost exclusively used by guests. Kayak rentals are available on-site and it’s a two-minute walk to the Kite Club Palawan, which offers more water sports. There are no restaurants or shops within walking distance, but a free shuttle service (advanced booking required) is provided and can take guests to the Robinsons Place Palawan and to downtown Puerto Princesa -- about 15 minutes away. Puerto Princesa International Airport is half an hour away by car.
Rooms
Tropical, modest rooms, many with balconies or patios and beachfront views
The 50 rooms are colorful but modest in furnishings, featuring blue-tiled floors, blue- or green-painted accents, and orange drapes. The overall feel is tropical, especially in rooms with balconies or patios overlooking the sand. All rooms have what the hotel describes as “chiropractor-approved beds,” flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, and wall-mounted flat-screen TVs. Suites add wet bars with microwaves and kettles, plus small dining areas. Light-blue-tiled bathrooms have granite counters, hairdryers, and basic toiletries; most have walk-in showers, but those in suites offer shower/tub combos, which is uncommon in Palawan.
Features
Beachfront pool and playground, gift stand, and on-site dining
The best feature at this hotel is the long stretch of beach that sits directly outside most rooms. However, the shallow waters aren’t great for swimming, so most guests prefer to use the outdoor lagoon pool that overlooks the beach. The pool is surrounded by lounge chairs and there's an adjacent playground with a slide and swings. The airy restaurant offers an extensive menu and a buffet breakfast, which is included in room rates. Poolside dining and cocktails are also available.
A thatched-roof gift shop sells souvenirs, T-shirts, jewelry, and other items. The lobby's concierge desk can arrange tours to Honda Bay and the Underground River, as well as horseback riding and kayak rentals. As there are no in-room safes, there's a safe-deposit box at the front desk. A bright conference room that can seat up to 25 people is available, but its stained tablecloths need replacing.
