We just stayed at this beautiful and relaxing hotel for 2 nights and had such a great time that I decided this place really needs to be added to Yelp as a new business listing, so I added it. The best way to book it is via a 3rd party website, such as Trip Advisor, Expedia, etc. or give them a call.
We had the best time out of everywhere we've been to so far in the Philippines at this hotel. The location is in remote and tropical Anda beach, far away from all the tourists and rip-off tourist trap places of Alona Beach. We were left alone by the taxi cabs and tricycle drivers asking if we needed a ride every 2 seconds (true story with Alona Beach side of Bohol) and instead greeted by smiles and "Hellos" from locals. The real Filipino hospitality can be found in Anda but I think Alona side has lost it, sadly.
The beach front right outside of the property is well maintained, with the J&R staff diligently sweeping up all the seaweed in the morning to make the white beach shine. The water is crystal clear with an abundance of sea life including turtles, dolphins, so many different fish and bright corals. There's all kinds of other wildlife thriving in Anda, such as beautiful colorful birds, giant geckos and hermit crabs. This is the Philippines you see on National Geographic! It truly is a splendid place.
The owners, Jilo and Ralph are so very welcoming, and they and their staff go out of their way to make sure you have a great time and enjoy your stay. We took a snorkeling trip with Ralph and he brought 2 staff to snorkel alongside us and point out the turtles hiding below and make sure we were safe in the water. We had our own personal spotter! Compared to the Balicasag island trip we took from Alona beach, this trip was way better without the 1,000's of Chinese tourists trashing the reef and harassing the fish. We had the entire boat and reef to ourselves.
We also took a sunset boat trip to look for dolphins and enjoy the gorgeous colors of sunset. We got the boat to ourselves, a bottle of champagne and shrimp cocktail and the awesome service of the staff who joined us. It was a highlight!
The food in the kitchen tastes fresh and well prepared. There's a long list of choices from European sausages and meat dishes to Chinese and Filipino food. I really love Filipino food but sadly many other hotels don't offer it, but this place has some choices. They even have a bunch of German beers and all kinds of cocktails.
I can not recommend this place enough. Stay here- you will LOVE the location, staff, food, nature and ambience!! read more