Arriving by banca ferry from Batanagas to Sabang, we read that Small La Laguna might be a better place to find accommodation than staying in Sabang. It can be a bit intimidating when you first arrive and are looking for a place to stay. There are plenty of people willing to help you with your bags and take you to their place of choice.

After dusting the sand off your feet, gather your bags and start walking along the shore eastward (or along the small street a little bit in off the beach). You'll pass by a bunch of other hotels and resorts, but as you round the corner from Sabang to Small La Laguna and past a tiny pier (Asia Divers), you'll see a small white building with the words Carm Rob Inn. There might be a young girl deep frying some fish balls right out front with some other kids nearby too.

Rooms run about 1500-2000 pesos (approx. US$35-50) and include A/C. Our room had a double bed, a single bed, a separate kitchenette with fridge and stove, TV, and a... more