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Reviewed November 24, 2011

Stayed here for two nights. The price is per-person which was a little annoying but we enjoyed this place immensely. The rooms are pretty basic with cold shower and fans. The beds have mosquito nets so you don't have to worry about being bit at night.

The lodge was a cafe with somewhat overpriced fruit juices but very nice areas to relax. There is a gazebo-type area where you can watch the sunset, some lounge chairs to get some sun, hammocks, and tables. They have wireless that is slow but about as good as you're going to get in the Philippines.

NOTE: Look for the sign for Krystal Lodge on the main road. Take the steep steps down and keep walking down the alleyway past the mangrove trees until you are out on the water. You will pass a house with a pet pig.

Date of stay: November 2011
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2  Thank martiantim
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Reviewed June 13, 2011

The place itself is a collection of rooms and small wooden houses located on the water. The rooms vary in size. We were there during low season and got a nice, big room with a bathroom for 650 pesos. You have your own "shower" (bucket) with only cold water (you don't need hot water anyways). All in all, good!
The problem is the mom, who is dishonest. She runs the kitchen, where they sell breakfast. There is a menu with individual items and also set menus. We ordered individual items each morning, but the mom (Sally) wanted to charge us for the set menu deals, even though they didn't even have all the items from the menu available. She insisted on the price (as somebody mentioned already) with a big smile. As we insisted, Krystal (the daughter and manager) stepped in and sorted everything out. What should have been a very nice experience ended up with a bit of a weird taste. Because of this, I would not go back and I am giving the lodge a rating 2/5.

Date of stay: June 2011
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3  Thank Jan J
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Reviewed March 18, 2011

Granted, this place isnt the cleanest... but i guess it's as clean as they can keep it considering the location. And location is exactly why you should come here --- the little stilt huts are built directly over the water! You can look down through the floor onto the water (sometimes dirty) and fish (sometimes beautiful) below!!!

The rooms have retained their rustic traditional feel while still ensuring a (mostly) comfortable stay. But unfortunately, the toilets could do with a good scrubbing(though they are bareably clean) and the rooms arent cleaned regularly (though, i'm quite sure they would be if you just asked for it).

If you are looking for cleanliness then i recommend the Oriental Sea Lodge... but if you want to stay at a place that is unique then it doesnt get more special that Crystal Lodge.

Lastly, if you are a group then they've got some cottages with 2/3 bedrooms that are great value for money.

Date of stay: March 2011
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4  Thank Darius S
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Reviewed March 3, 2011

My stay here in crystal lodge was so great. What attracted me and my boyfriend the most was the setup of the resort and its location. Place is accessible to all the restaurants, travel agencies and port. The place is quiet and breezy especially at night time. The staff are also accommodating and easy to deal with. Wifi is also on all the time and the connection is okay. If I will go back to Coron, I would definitely stay at Crystal lodge again.

Date of stay: March 2011
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3  Thank Abi N
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Reviewed January 6, 2011

Very dishonest people!!!

They want to sell you trips by boat. After buying the tickets they tell the boat wont leave because of "engine problems" just because they want you to stay additional nights and because they want to sell boat trips they organize by themselves. They dont give you back the money and the boat leaves without you if you believe them. Be careful !!!! The boat drives every day!! book at sea dive resort directly!!

They lie to you with a big smile just because they want to make money with you!! The rooms are much more expensive than stated and after check out you have to pay for coffee and everything they told it would be free for guests.

Dont go there !!!!

Date of stay: December 2010
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6  Thank Nwu11
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