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Big Apple Dive Resort

Sabang Beach, Puerto Galera, Mindoro 5203, Philippines
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Big Apple Dive Resort
Ranked #23 of 45 hotels in Puerto Galera
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Montreal, Canada
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31 reviews 31 reviews
24 hotel reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
39 helpful votes 39 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2013

Worth adding that the location for the small resort of Sabang is fine. I spent five days in February (2013) and was mostly snorkeling though the resort is known for offering diving instruction. The budget, definitely no-frills, bungalows are in dire need of a face-lift. But they are are not expensive and can still be adequate; A/C, Cable TV and... More

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Malay, Aklan, Philippines
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64 reviews 64 reviews
18 hotel reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
33 helpful votes 33 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 8, 2013

Looking for a simple place for dinner? Try having dinner in Big Apple Dive Resort, they serve very nice Beef Pie. Just cost Php260.00 and will make you feel so full. The service is good, waitress is very attentive even though the serving took about 30mins but worth the wait. :-)

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7 hotel reviews
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed January 4, 2013 via mobile

Friendly staff, reasonable, basic facilities, food. Good dive set up. 24 hour service a plus. Central location makes a difference, though surrounds can be messy and smelly. Public bathrooms need attention!

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Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
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23 reviews 23 reviews
5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed December 31, 2012

We booked this resort on the basis of the reviews on trip advisor and were sorely disappointed with the room which was, in short as dark as a cave with the barest of furnishings. There was no where to put our luggage up on a stand, just had to clear off the stuff from the small fridge so we could... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed November 30, 2012

I've stayed here several times since 2004. Friendly attractive staff. Reasonable prices. Great location in Sabang. Pool , a/c , outdoor bar with pool tables, good music, great atmosphere. Fried chicken and Pizza is good and nightly barbq's. Just about a 60 second walk to a few nice little night club hot spots with plenty of friendly faces. Just walk... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed November 5, 2012

This resort offers basic but comfortable rooms in the centre of Sabang, at a price that is reasonable. Diving instruction is good and at the time of visit there was a limited number of divers which allowed for a more personalized experience. Large groups may not experience an adequate level of service however. Delays at the restaurant are significant therefore... More

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Taunton, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 16, 2012

This was my first time at the Big Apple and it certainly won't be my last, the whole experience was great. The hotel staff and restaurant/bar waitresses were great with nothing being too much trouble. The dive staff and DM's were first class and the diving was always safe, if you had a dive site you wanted to visit then... More

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Bangkok, Thailand
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed October 8, 2012

The instructor, DM and their staffs are friendfly, professional and know the divesite. The rooms are basic but comfortable, there is a refrigerator/mini bar, TV and the hot/cold shower. After diving you can hang out at the bar in front of the resort or relax yourself in the swimming pool. Enjoy my diving here!

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed August 19, 2012

I didn't stay here but the location is good and I ate here quite often. Good food and dink and free wifi. Service is good also and it seems to be a spot for people to hang and socialize. Recommend it for food and to stay at but it can be quite noisy.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed July 17, 2012

One of the best dive resort on Puerto Galers, Lovely & friendly staffs, good food and very good instructors and dive masterss... they have a lovely boat to take around for diving.

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Also Known As:
Big Apple Dive Hotel Puerto Galera
Big Apple Dive Hotel
Address: Sabang Beach, Puerto Galera, Mindoro 5203, Philippines
Region: Philippines > Mindoro > Oriental Mindoro Province > Puerto Galera
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Restaurant Room Service Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
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Ranked #23 of 45 hotels in Puerto Galera
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Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Best value for money resort with the cleanest and clearest Pool around! Lively Sports Bar and Cafe Party Bar and New Indian Restaurant! Friendly staff! Open to serve food and beverages 24HRS with a variety of special menu items daily! LIVE SPORTS on the BIG SCREEN. Happy Hours: 8am - 8pm in main bar, 5pm - 8pm in Sports Bar, 12noon - 8pm in BA Cafe! HQ Billiard Tables and Great Music! FREE WIFI! Nintendo Wii! ... more   less 
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