(SPOT.ph) If you’re a fan of reality television, you might have heard of the Caramoan Peninsula in Camarines Sur. The location rose to fame when it was featured in the hit reality TV show Survivor, but there’s more to Caramoan than that. The archipelago boasts gorgeous white-sand beaches, pristine lagoons, robust marine life, and vast limestone cliffs. Its location is pretty remote, but it is also this fact that keeps the far-flung gem the perfect place to go if you’re looking for a tropical paradise.
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Check out these Caramoan beach resorts, hotels, and hostels for your next vacation:
Tugawe Cove Resort
Colongcogong, Caramoan, Camarines Sur
Contact: 0917-501-6711
E-mail: reservations@tugawecoveresort.com
www.tugawecoveresort.com
Rates start at P8,910
Tugawe Cove Resort is the only four-star hotel in Caramoan, so you can expect the highest quality service and facilities during your stay. Each private cabana features a spacious balcony where you can admire the views of the inland lake and secluded white-sand beach. As a guest, you also get premium access to island-hopping tours, jet ski rentals, and kayak facilities.
Airusxander Beach Resort
Paniman, Caramoan, Camarines Sur
Contact: 0921-309-4194
E-mail: airusxanderbeachresort@yahoo.com
facebook.com/airusxanderbeachresort
Rates start at P2,500
Airusxander Beach Resort is a no-frills beachfront property with everything you need to experience the best that Caramoan has to offer. The resort also has reasonably priced packages for island hopping tours and water activities, in case you'd like to enhance your island getaway experience. You can also enjoy free coffee, free parking, and free videoke until 10 p.m.
Residencia de Salvacion
Paniman, Caramoan, Camarines Sur
Contact: 0939-310-1135
E-mail: residenciadesalvacion@yahoo.com
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Rates start at P1,700
Approximately 18 minutes from Caramoan town proper is Residencia de Salvacion, a beachfront property that offers the best value for money. Residencia promises familial hospitality, cozy accommodations, and unparalleled customer service. You can also avail of sumptuous home-cooked meals and island-hopping trip packages for a small fee to enhance your beach getaway experience.
Casita Mia Bed & Breakfast
Ili-Centro, Caramoan, Camarines Sur
Contact: 0917-819-5150
E-mail: casitashotels@gmail.com
www.facebook.com/casitamiabedandbreakfast
Rates start at P1,687
Hidden away in the idyllic town of Ili-Centra, Casita Mia Bed & Breakfast is a Spanish and Italian-inspired property that boasts quality service and modern amenities to ensure that you have a pleasing stay in Caramoan. You’ll love waking up in the morning with breakfast that you can enjoy on your patio al fresco, surrounded by lush forests, fresh air, and the crystal clear ocean spread in front of you.
Paniman Bay Lodge
Zone 4 Rodriguez St., Caramoan, Camarines Sur
Contact: 0999-994-5564
E-mail: islandviewpaniman@gmail.com
www.facebook.com/islandviewlodge
Rates start at P1,604
Formerly known as Island View Lodge, Paniman Bay Lodge is a beachfront property that serves as the perfect starting point for your island-hopping adventures. There are different-sized rooms that accommodate just about every kind of traveler, from solo travelers to families. Besides being just a few minutes away by foot from the scenic beachfront, the lodge is surrounded by restaurants and bars where you can indulge in some sumptuous local fare.
Hacienda Lahuy Island Resort
Lahuy Island, Caramoan, Camarines Sur
Contact: 8911-5146
E-mail: haciendalahuyislandresort@yahoo.com.ph
www.haciendalahuyislandresort.com
Rates start at P1,000
Experience the secluded tropical lifestyle at Hacienda Lahuy Island Resort. Located on a 60-hectare private island in Caramoan, you get everything from powder-fine white-sand beaches and lush forests all to yourself. The resort is also located near Caramoan’s other popular islands, making it a great place to stay if you want to witness the striking beauty of nature up close.
Magindara Guesthouse
Lot 4 Zone 1, Paniman, Caramoan, Camarines Sur
Contact: 0945-392-9631
E-mail: magindara.guesthouse@gmail.com
www.facebook.com/magindara.gh
Rates start at P1,000
For a fuss-free island experience, Magindara Guesthouse is your best bet. The private inn is a beachfront property with a barbecue set-up, a shared kitchen and lounge, and free Wi-Fi in all the rooms and common facilities. It’s an ideal place to stay for families, as the spacious huts have a great view of the glittering sea.
