Offering a year-round outdoor pool and a private beach area, Kuda Laut Boutique Dove Resort is set in Siladen Island in the Bunaken Islands, North Sulawesi Region. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar.
Theodore
United States of America
This is my second stay at Kuda Laut; I spent 8 days last year and decided to return for more diving and underwater photography for 9 days. I enjoyed again both the hotel facilities and the Bunaken reef and wall dives. The dive boats are well equipped and the dive guides well trained and safety conscious. My special thanks to Luther, my guide in 14 dives, and to the very friendly personnel of the resort. The only negative thing is the many hours of flight from New. York. I hope to return again.
4 Sisters Divers provides beachfront accommodations in Bunaken. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a 24-hour front desk, and full-day security, along with free Wifi throughout the...
Merryn
Australia
We booked for 6 nights and extended our stay for 9 nights as it was so good we just couldn't leave. Nona cooks the most delicious meals for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The location is fantastic, right on the beach, see the sunrise but get the afternoon shade. They can organise all your diving or snorkeling trips, rent motorbike to see more of the island etc.
Located in the famed diving site of Bunaken, Onong Resort offers cozy and homey beachfront accommodations featuring free WiFi access throughout the property.
Bailey
United Kingdom
Absolutely picturesque location! Snorkeling was amazing!
The dolphin tour was INCREDIBLE!! We loved "flying" with the dolphins our driver sped up as soon as they were right below us, at the front of the boat. To get them to play and keep up with us!
We saw a spotted ray, a lion fish and multiple turtles while snorkeling after seeing the dolphins!
Sunset Guest House & Bar in Bunaken provides adults-only accommodations with a private beach area and a bar. There's a private entrance at the guest house for the convenience of those who stay.
Borja
Spain
We really loved this guesthouse. It is the best value for money in the island by far. Well located near Blue Shark, cheapest diving center, the rooms are comfortable, best for we are in Indonesia and great quantity, and the host are just amazing. We strongly recommend this guesthouse. 🙏 thanks for everything
Located on Bunaken Island along the Pangalisan Beach, Cakalang Resort offers diving and snorkeling opportunities on-site. It has a restaurant and a 24-hour front desk.
Cynthia
United States of America
The food was very good. Ferdinand was great, the ferry wasn't running so he was able to find alternative transportation back and forth so we didn't miss out on our time at Bunaken. The reef is right in front of the facility.
Panorama Backpackers features a garden, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Bunaken. The resort also provides free WiFi as well as a paid airport shuttle service.
The Village Bunaken features an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a shared lounge and terrace in Bunaken. The property provides a private beach area, as well as a restaurant and a bar.
Natalie
Singapore
Our family had a lovely stay at The Village Bunaken. We were tucked away in the mangroves which was perfect for reading books and relaxing. The snorkeling is awesome, and our children had a very good time learning about the aquatic ecosystem that surrounds the island. Highlights include the friendly staff, the cozy atmosphere and the afternoon tea time.
Novita Homestay provides beachfront accommodations in Bunaken. This 3-star homestay offers full-day security and room service.
Gracie
United States of America
Staying with Novita was wonderful! She made the island immediately feel like home. She was welcoming and accommodating, and helped me with everything I needed.
This homestay features air-conditioned accommodations with a terrace and free Wifi. Towels and bed linen are available in the homestay.
James
United Kingdom
Such a great experience. The lodge is located very close to the beach where the boat drops you off. The rooms are very comfy and have AC. Be prepared for a bucket shower!
Dion is very friendly and helpful, the diving is very good value and the crew are kind and very good at their jobs.
The best part for us was the food!! All three meals are included and the home cooking is really incredible and delicious, they should.open a restaurant! We miss it already
Overall we highly recommend this place and would definitely stay again
Providing a garden, EL Homestay Bunaken offers accommodations in Bunaken. This homestay provides free private parking and a mini-market. At the homestay, the units come with a outdoor furniture.
Island of Bunaken is very accessible on a short boat ride...
Island of Bunaken is very accessible on a short boat ride from Manado harbor. The island itself is very quiet, almost boring if you come looking for lively nightlife or bars & restaurants. The main attraction are the coral reefs, still relatively pristine with its marine life ecosystem ... let's hope that it can continue to stay that way.
Yutaka
United States of America
8.0
Scored 8.0
The island is very beautiful, a place from which to go...
The island is very beautiful, a place from which to go diving and snorkling. There is everything for everyone. Unfortunately, the plastic is at home in a national park! Tourist activity has started to destroy the coral reef in some places. In a few years Bunaken park will be only in name. It is a recommended place for those who practice diving, less a place to relax.
Florin
Romania
10
Scored 10
Dive operation Celebes Divers made me feel very welcome and...
Dive operation Celebes Divers made me feel very welcome and couldn't do enough to assist my diving. At 78 years old and with a scuba career of nearly 50 years, Dive leader Ali and the other dive team members plus the boat crew did all they could to assist me in exiting the water, given my knee problems, by me doffing my equipment in the water, crew members lifting it up onto the deck, so I could climb aboard unencumbered.
Dived an interesting Japanese freighter wreck sunk by the Americans in World War 2 and several reefs chock a block with fish & corals. Well done Celebes Divers staff!
Haines
8.0
Scored 8.0
Airport transfers must be arranged through the resort.
Airport transfers must be arranged through the resort. Don't even attempt to do this yourself. You have to love swimming, snorkelling and or diving to make the most of your stay. The resort is in the bunaken national park - so the sites are pretty amazing. There is a spa to enjoy after the relaxing dives. Food is great so no need to drag snack along. Not mush to buy - so make sure you have the essentials! Enjoy a fab experience!
Otto
South Africa
10
Scored 10
Loved Bunaken, stayed one week on either side of the island...
Loved Bunaken, stayed one week on either side of the island in full board resorts which was good because both sides are so different. Many good dive boats/teams and great snorkeling from the beach or go out with a dive boat. The small town deserves some time spent there and next time I'd stay in town for a few days as well.
Susan Gay
Australia
10
Scored 10
If you are looking at Bunaken as a holiday destination you...
If you are looking at Bunaken as a holiday destination you are probably already aware of what an amazing place it is for diving or snorkelling, lots of healthy coral and sea life including turtles, rays, small sharks and a never ending variety of fish.
It's quite a quiet location which is perfect if you are looking for peace. Bunaken is a very small island so there isn't a town where you can go partying or anything. you are likely to spend the majority of your time in the resort although you can go and explore a little if you wish.
Our stay in Terry‘s resort was great! Diving was very well organized, the equipment and the dive masters were very good and we always felt safe.
One of the highlights was the excellent food which was freshly prepared just for us three times a day!
Make sure you rent one of the beach view bungalows to get the best view.
The bungalows are simple but equipped with everything you need (no warm water, WIFI will be back soon). Only some of them might need a little refresh but that is constantly taken care of.
An amazing stay, this is heaven on earth in Bunaken! The resort staff was superbly accommodating, making sure everything was done superbly and all our wishes were taken care of. Everyone is superbly kind, the resort is gorgeous, the diving is one of the best I have experienced... I am not doing this review justice in this short summary, because it really was so amazingly unreal. Don't think twice, just book and enjoy!
Super friendly staff. The owners are great. There is a very friendly vibe. The food is delicious, homemade and shared with the other guests. The view from the room is incredible. The restaurant/ lounge area is super comfortable. Great dives and snorkel opportunities with equipment can be arranged on site. Diving instructors are amazing. You can even snorkel from the beach. Motorbike rentals can be arranged.
Great location in the village right next to the public ferry. The food was incredible, as mentioned by many others. You can experience the life of the people of Bunaken, as you are staying with a local family and everything happens on the street and beach around the house. The dive shop next door is also really good. Free water and coffee were also appreciated and the fan in the room an absolute necessity!
Staff and owners were lovely. Helped us organise easy travel to and from. Diving is world class, very well organised, easy going, instructors are great and safety conscious. Food was delicious. Lovely location, close to the village and lovely area to swim. Snorkelling directly out the front is amazing. Would definitely come back. Thanks especially to David and Vivi for making our stay so memorable.
Really lovely resort grounds with both pool and beach access. We stayed in a family cottage that was really well laid out and super comfortable.
Meals had a good selection of both Indonesian and western options. Staff was great throughout the stay. Our daughter had her birthday while we were there and they made her feel really special with a custom cake, live band singing happy birthday, etc.
The food was excellent. Primarily Indonesian food that was delicious. Excellent dive sites close to the accommodation. The house reef is a great snorkelling location. The transfers to and from the island were seamless. Willeke and Jerry are doing their best to minimise the impact of their property and their guests on the environment and the National Park that is adjacent to their property.
The local staff are really helpful and hospitable. They contacted and found a lab in Manado for PCR test that can issue out the test result within 24 hours, which really saved my time and cost. Thanks to the staff's company along to the lab, I complete the PCR test smoothly. It could be hard to even fill in the test registration form in Indonesian without their help in translation.
We booked for 6 nights and extended our stay for 9 nights as it was so good we just couldn't leave. Nona cooks the most delicious meals for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The location is fantastic, right on the beach, see the sunrise but get the afternoon shade. They can organise all your diving or snorkeling trips, rent motorbike to see more of the island etc.
I had a fantastic stay at 3WILL! The diving is beautiful and well-organized, the food and accommodation are great, and the location on the beach is perfect. Connor and all the staff were so friendly and helpful and really went above and beyond to ensure the best possible stay. Definitely one of the best places I’ve stayed and I hope to come back soon :)
Mr Elryc and his mother corry are awesome host. This Family Business let you feel like you're a part of the family.
Clean Bungalows, clean area, nice Island trip, awesome diving and amazing food.
We extended our stay. We would stay longer if we had more time. But we will come again for sure.
The place to stay at bunaken Island. 👍🤙
It’s a small resort nicely integrated into the small village.
The personal care of the whole team around Sarah was a great experience and the food unique and the best we ever had enjoyed.
The common meals on the beach are beautiful and you can chat wit the other guests at the dinner.
The house riff is also on a very good condition.
We had a very warm welcome in Four Sisters. The staff is really friendly and made us feel at home. The food was amazing and made with a lot of care.
We were very pleased with our instructor Rizky who made the diving way more fun. Diving in Bunaken was beautiful! We left Four Sisters with warm feelings, would definitely come back!
Friendly staff and always helpful. The dive master Jho and the boat crew are nice. The private transfer from airport was a breeze… save a lot of trouble and time as I did ask a guest who spent 4 hrs to get to the hotel 😂… the kitchen staff serve good tasty food local and western
Very good place with a great staff. They really make you feel like home. The food is also great. Only 1 minute walk from the beach. The island is also great and the diving is very good. I planned to stay one week and ended up staying 3 weeks
I love how welcome Rob and Sylvia made me feel at their resorts. Sven & his team were also a great dive guide, very passionate about diving.
Not to mentioned the lovely meal that’s included with the stay. Scrumptious!!!
hotel was closed and transfered to another hotel.
Onong resor is not the condition to stay at all.
i know this after arrival. manajemen t of onong is not honest.
Loved staying here and meeting Novita and her family! Food was delicious, everyone was so nice! Bunaken in general was such a great island loved our time here!
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