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El Rio y Mar Resort

4.0 of 5
Palawan, Palawan 5316, Philippines
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El Rio y Mar Resort
Ranked #5 of 11 hotels in Coron
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Rating summary
  • Sleep Quality
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Location
    4 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4.5 of 5 stars
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Senior Reviewer
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10 hotel reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 13, 2013 NEW via mobile

Stayed here for 1 night after 3 nights at Club Paradise! They're sister resorts. I'm glad I only stayed 1 night, coz there really isn't much to do or see & was really bored! Lunch buffet was a joke! Ants all over the dessert & found a hair on one of the dishes. Staff were friendly but need training. It... More

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Manila, Philippines
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3 hotel reviews
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7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 8, 2013

El Rio y Mar Resort Have you ever had a massage on a raft, 200m off shore, while gentle waves lapped and slapped against the bamboo? Let me say, it is blissful and well worth the effort of a dawn start, a plane, a minivan and a boat to El Rio Y Mar. The perfect place for a romantic getaway.... More

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Whistler, Canada
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed April 21, 2013

El Rio is in Northern Palawan, in the Coron-Busuanga area. You have to view El Rio in context with its sister property, Club Paradise (whose prices are about the same). Club Paradise was built first, and is on a private island with a truly magnificent beach - not a commonplace shoreline, but a vast accumulation of perfect white sand with... More

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11 reviews 11 reviews
10 hotel reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed April 14, 2013

We stayed there for 4 nights, 5 days in April 2013. My reviews are easily broken down by pros and cons. PROs - all the staff are very friendly and accommodating - the room is clean with the basic necessities - a big bed, AC and fresh towels every day - quiet island with only a few cottages. if you... More

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Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk, Sakhalin, Russia
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 1, 2013

This place is amazing! My boyfriend and I stayed here for about a week, and we couldn't have asked for a better vacation. We came in January to get away from the cold, and the weather here was perfect. Everything is taken care of for you from the beginning. When we arrived at the airport, there was someone there to... More

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Makati, Philippines
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 26, 2013

Place - Awesome! Super nice and quiet! Room - Clean and good smelling! Only with free 'Tuko' (rare mammal) and no TV. Crew - Friendly! especially the tour guides. Buffet - Great! you can also make special requests or paluto! Wi-fi is available in the common area, with library, shop, clinic and function room. Not much activity to do but... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 20, 2013

From the airport to land/boat transfer to the resort, to our room, there were staff to assist us. Not once did I ever had to ask question on what to do or where to go to. Cleanliness: Superb. All areas including dining hall, sports hall, room, souvenir shop - all clean. Staff: Friendly and helpful. Every single one of those... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 18, 2013

We were only in the Philippines for 2 weeks and we spent the first week traveling up the west coast of Palawan, and El Rio was set to be our luxury part of the holiday. It didn't disappoint. From the moment we were collected from Coron airport we were well looked after (if there's any way you can arrange to... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 1, 2013

Yes, this place is truly a gem in Coron. Stayed here with 3 girlfriends for 3 days and had a blast. This place will take care of ALL your needs, the moment you land in their beautiful property. This place is run efficiently by a very organized staff. You can tell that the owners of this property are well-traveled and... More

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Taguig City, Philippines
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5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 28, 2013

We are transferred to El Rio Y Mar from Club Paradise as a combination package that we purchased. It was also a haven with full of richness. The rooms are very well done and spacious. Great food I should say. I really enjoyed the food and the location of the bar. There are fishes everywhere and you could feed them... More

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Additional Information about El Rio y Mar Resort

Address: Palawan, Palawan 5316, Philippines
Region: Philippines > Mimaropa > Palawan > Coron
Amenities:
Pets Allowed Restaurant Room Service Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#2 Romantic Hotels in Coron
#3 Luxury Hotels in Coron
Price Range: $$$
Hotel Class:4 star (4*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
El Rio Y Mar Resort is the perfect haven for those seeking an escape from the urban jungle. Nestled in a beautiful tranquil bay with a breathtaking view of calm waters and rolling hills, the resort offers the perfect ambiance for romantic getaways and retreats. With only fifteen cottages, guests are guaranteed personalized service with the trademark warmth and charm of native Palawe'os. The resort also offers scuba diving, hiking, water sports and tours around Coron. ... more   less 
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