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Reviews of The Coral Blue Oriental Beach Villas and Suites This rating is a reflection of how the property compares to the industry standard when it comes to price, facilities and services available. It's based on a self-evaluation by the property. Use this rating to help choose your stay!

Batiancila Street, Barangay Talisay, Santa Fe, Cebu, 6047 Bantayan Island, Philippines

#10 of 22 hotels in Bantayan Island

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Review Score

Based on 117 hotel reviews

8.3

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.5

  • Comfort

    8.6

  • Location

    9.1

  • Facilities

    8.1

  • Staff

    9.4

  • Value for money

    8.3

  • Free Wifi

    7.1

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  • Reviewed: May 12, 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Junior Suite with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The aircon was not cold, it’s beachfront hotel but there’s technically no beach shore in front as there is a cement barricade.

    It’s bamboo-themed resort. The staff were friendly and were honest with the rates and the tips for the island. Food at the restaurant was good.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: April 16, 2024

    7.0
    Ok
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite with Balcony
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The restaurant and all around it

    Location

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 5, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Villa with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The tap in one of the bathrooms gave a nasty zap. Stopped using it after that.

    The location is great and views are amazing.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: February 10, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Junior Suite with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    No hot and cold water, and the room is kind of dusty.

    The location was in front of the beach.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: February 7, 2024

    7.0
    GREAT LOCATION WITH AMAZING STAFF BUT LET DOWN BY LACK OF HOT WATER AND CLEANLINESS
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Junior Suite with Sea View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    NO HOT WATER DURING 3 NIGHT STAY BATHROOM NOT CLEAN

    GREAT LOCATION CLOSE TO RESTAURANTS EASY TO GET TRIKES , STAFF AMAZING AND VERY HELPFUL OK BREAKFAST

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: January 20, 2024

    8.0
    Would recommend over most other properties if you are comfortable in the higher price range of this property and want oc
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Villa with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Attention to detail and small touches lacked. They nickel and dimed whenever possible. The water pressure was very low.

    The unit we chose 2 bedroom allowed us to spend time together as family with 8 people. The views, ambience and overall comfort met or exceeded expectation. The location was very good and staff was awesome.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: January 11, 2024

    8.0
    Great spot for your Bantayan stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Junior Suite with Sea View
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The only fault I would say was the bathroom fixtures are getting a bit old such as the Taps. But not a deal breaker.

    Everything else, great location, super friendly Staff, good food and the Manager was so helpful organising tours

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: December 22, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Two-Bedroom Villa with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    My suggestion would be to improve your breakfast proposition .

    My suggestion would be to improve your breakfast proposition

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: November 6, 2023

    7.0
    Mooi resort met wat mankementen
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Junior Suite with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Included breakfast but later on they want to add , so only very simple included Dinner was reasonable but very high priced

    Rustig Relax Very nice view

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: September 15, 2023

    8.0
    Good value and location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Junior Suite with Sea View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Maintenance lacking. No coffee/tea facilities in room. Needs fan on balcony.

    location. Breakfasts. Swimming. Outlook. Big comfy bed. Very quiet. Peaceful. Friendly staff. Scooter hire on site.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: August 18, 2023

    9.0
    It was great and will definitely come back
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Junior Suite with Sea View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Shower slow but didn’t affect our stay

    Location , and cleanliness

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: August 12, 2023

    8.0
    Lovely stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Junior Suite with Sea View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There was no full length mirror in the room and the rooms were too dark. They said they charge corkage fees for food brought in from outside.

    The staff were so nice , close to the shops

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: August 2, 2023

    8.0
    Apart from the A/C the rooms are very nice
    • Business trip
    • Family with young children
    • Suite with Balcony
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Air conditioning is not very good, we find it still too hot, the seating room in the family room should have air conditioning too as the electric fan is not enough.

    Very nice location, ambiance

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: July 13, 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Junior Suite with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    the reception closes at night so you can’t reach out for help at late hours.

    the location and the staff were very friendly and helpful, we had a small problem but they communicated very good and helped us and am pretty sure it’s a one time problem.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: June 4, 2023

    9.0
    One of the best options in Bantayan if direct sea view is important for you
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Suite with Balcony
    • Stayed 10 nights

    I've been before to the Amihan Beach Cabanas next door which also is a top location. So comparing both: if you want direct beach access, please note that you have to either walk a few steps outside the resort and a few steps down a concrete wall. It did not disturb me but some people complained about it. At ABC that's nicer. Ants: there were a few (1-2 I saw per day) in the room (suite 1) and it did not bother me. But some complained about it and they are there. Breakfast: it's ok and there are several options but these are very basic. Breakfast at ABC is better. Towels: you get two. Not more. If you ask for more you reluctantly get a couple more. At ABC they provide you with with 4 as standard. Water pressure of the shower: some complained that it is low. They are right: it is low. Acceptable but low. No big mirror. Wardrobe only in the bathroom and not very convenient to open. Pool: there is none. No big deal but the small infinity pool at ABC is great. Especially when you jump out of the sea and just quickly get rid of the salty water. Design of the resort: ABC is so clean and well designed. Coral Blue is ok but not comparable. Water cooker: there is none (at ABC there is). Bar: the bar is very basic. The bar at ABC is great (even though the prices are high). But you can walk to the ABC in two minutes and enjoy your cocktails there even if you are not a resort guest. Bad smell in the bathroom: there was some a couple of days (not every day). But after room cleaning was there, it was always gone. Just ask at the reception to take of it and they will do.

    I've been before to the Amihan Beach Cabanas next door which also is a top location. So comparing both: the staff at the Coral Blue is top notch. I loved that they serve the breakfast directly to your balcony table (without any charge) where you could enjoy it in your private atmosphere. The view is fantastic and iconic (same as in the ABC). The suites are big (82sqm in comparison with 32sqm at the ABC). Food from the restaurant is great and fairly priced (50% less than at ABC and no 10% service charge on top). Internet in the room works fine (at the time I was at ABC there was no internet in the rooms). Scooter rental was 350 per day (at ABC they charged 550). Room service and cleaning are good. Safe deposit box: there is one (not so at the ABC). Big TV screen (but didn't use it). The room price is fair: 5.5k per night for the suite (about 8k for the ABC). The location is great: within 5 walking minutes you are in the center of Santa Fe with all its restaurants, bars, stores and shops (same as with ABC next door). In summary: would book both again. Each has its strength. Both are top resorts for relaxation and are highly recommended. Thumbs up for the Coral Blue Oriental!

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: June 3, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite with Balcony
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Very private and relaxing.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: June 2, 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Villa with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Beach was rocky

    Staff. Native style accomodation

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: May 11, 2023

    8.0
    Beach haven
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Junior Suite with Sea View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Resort manual would be good. You know , how to work the TV, cable, room safe, air con , mini bar prices etc.

    Location is excellent. absolute beachfront overlooking clear blue water.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: April 2, 2023

    8.0
    Toni & Pepo's awesome stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite with Balcony
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There were ants everywhere (Well that's common because there's a coconut tree ). We requested a fried rice for 2 times but we received plain rice 😅. Some of the things need a fixing.

    First, the staff are really nice, the accommodations were in a native style which was really great. The location was awesome and even though the beach was not very clean it was really nice as well. The food was tasty and the price was quite good 👍

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: March 18, 2023

    9.0
    Excellence location and venue on Bantanyan Island.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite with Balcony
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Having to walk through the shower area to get to the sink and toilet is rather odd, as you get wet feet if the shower has been used recently. if you get breakfast included in your booking, they only offer a Filipino breakfast and you have to pay extra to have anything different.

    Excellent location right on the beach, but also close enough to the restaurants and bars in town. The room are cleverly designed out of bamboo and the balcony overlooking the sea is an excellent place to chill. Staff always happy to help and serve with a smile.

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: March 18, 2023

    9.0
    Resort out of a dream, with some improvements
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Two-Bedroom Villa with Sea View
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Even though the design is good, the house is being eaten since it is made out of bamboo. It could thus be better protected. There is no water pressure, so a shower is not really nice. The fan and airco make a lot of noise, which takes a while to get used to.

    The staff is super friendly. There are amazing dogs on duty to protect you. They have a local breakfast The view every morning is just amazing The Architecture of the building makes it look like out of a dream. The building design is well thought off.

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: February 20, 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Junior Suite with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    quite expensive

    The staff is accommodating and friendly.

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: February 16, 2023

    8.0
    We had a very pleasant stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Junior Suite with Sea View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The hotel is located at the windy side of the beach.

    Room was clean, big bathroom. Staff was very helpful, they brought us every morning breakfast on the balcony.

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: February 7, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Junior Suite with Sea View
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Safe quiet area, close to town for other restaurants. Walked to kota Beach several days. Rented motorcycle for island tour from hotel. Nice view of beach and water every day.

    Stayed in February 2023

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