Name: Kandugyap House By The Sea
Address: Tourist Road, Barangay Pooc, Santa Fe, Santa Fe, Santa Fe, 6047, Philippines
Rating: 9

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Kandugyap House By The Sea

Santa Fe

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Great place to enjoy our honeymoon. It’s quite, safe and easy access to the Ruins and Paradise Beach. It’s far from Santa Fe Port though but we rented out motorbikes to explore around the area. The property is clean but could do better. The hairdryer was broken but they gave us replacement right away which is nice. The staffs are friendly. I just wished they offer more drink options (alcohol) they have wines but pricey. Overall, we like the place and would love to come back.

Purely Aesthetic the attention to details are insanely good they have arts on the walls and doors. They have this santorini vibe going on. The private beach is okay as well. Amenities are complete -- the infinity pool is enjoyable. 

Customer service of staff is not bad and can still be improved.



The spot!

SNAPSHOT: Like other reviewers, we strongly recommend this small, boutique seacliff hotel for a relaxing and laid-back holiday. While couple rooms are not big, they are very comfortable, clean and tastefully furnished. Staff are friendly and very helpful; shout-out to manager Marielou! The outdoor pool and beach are a treat - this place is a wonderful retreat. We look forward to staying again in the future.

PROS: Bedroom AC and on-demand hot water system in bathroom both very good. Room air purifier also installed. Mini-fridge in room. Small bedside table with lamp provided. In-room wifi is strong.  Infinity pool is small, but kept super clean. Plenty of outdoor furniture including tables overlooking the water. Each room has hanging racks for drying clothes. Slippers/thongs are provided. Ocean is wonderful for swimming - clean, clear and soooo warm! Canoes/kayaks available. You may be disappointed with the beach however since there is only a narrow white sand strip hugging the shoreline on both sides of the hotel.

CONS: Limited storage space for luggage and clothes. No safety deposit box for valuables. Insects are a problem at night outside, so pack your bug spray. Suggest management installs blocking curtains as some guests may be bothered by outside security lighting at night. Only one channel accessible on cable tv in our room.

FYI: Be aware that this hotel is located away from the town centre, but that is a big part of its idyllic charm. The hotel is a relatively short ride by tricycle or motorbike, however. From Santa Fe port to hotel takes about 15-20 minutes. No entertainment venues are close by, but there is a very good seafood restaurant within easy walking distance of the hotel. It is the only eatery in the vicinity unless you count the occasional roadside hawker. No kettle, microwave etc. in the room. Instant coffee sachets are provided. Plated breakfast is simple filipino style - good, but not great. Wall-mounted soap and shampoo dispensers plus hairdryer in the bathroom. Beach/pool towel provided FOC. 

ADVICE: Be aware that brown-outs occur regularly on the island and last for at least one hour. Bantayan Island takes the full brunt of a tropical sun in the mornings and early afternoons so pack plenty of sunscreen and stick to shaded areas if you are heat sensitive. 

ABFAB Plus

kandugyap is a small resort with a pool and access to a beach in a small cove.   you could spend quality time by the pool, or sitting by the Adirondack chairs provided overlooking the sea.   with only five rooms,   the place was very private and we barely met other guests of the resort.   service was more of a homestsay feel than it is a hotel.  staff were courteous and helpful.   room and bathroom were both clean and comfortable.  getting around, we rented a motorbike which we drove ourselves  for only 350 pesos per day.   from santa fe pier to kandugyap, we spent 150 per trip for a tricycle for two passengers.   a perfect place to be in bantayan.

perfect to get away from the crowd

This is my happy place <3 I've been coming back to Kandugyap frequently since August 2021 and I must say that this place is like no other. If you're looking to unplug from the rat race and enjoy the simpler things in life, you've found your place. It's my home away from home. 

They've upgraded their amenities significantly since I've first come here - there's fast and stable Fiber Internet (PLDT & Globe), free breakfast (you can choose from a few options), comfortable beds & pillows, soft & fluffy towels, and friendly & accommodating staff. 

The location is a bit further out from the main tourist area, but motorbikes/scooters can be rented or you can hitch a ride from their rover (for a fee) or hire a tricycle with a driver. 

Kayaks and paddleboards can be rented from this resort and it's always nice to go out and explore the nearby coves and beaches. My favorite thing about this place is the view! Sunrises and sunsets are breathtaking. If you want to get away from it all, this is the place.

Simply Paradise!

DONT WASTE YOUR MONEY HERE. Here’s why:
1. RECEPTIONIST is RUDE. NOT ACCOMODATING (named DORIS) never show up in our 2days stay here
2. NO STAFF to take care when u need something
3. BEDSHEET IS THE WORST ONE. DIRTY. Picture is attached
4. TOWEL is gross and old
5.SHOWER- Water is too slow
6. POOL- DIRTY & NEVER CLEAN
7. BFAST food is so LITTLE. 2slice of tocino meat. unacceptable 
8. VERY FAR from Good places to eat or Bayan
NEVER AGAIN to this place. Definitely the worst last 2days we stay in Cebu that we spend 8days here. Better go to JELLYS RESORT. You’ll get what u paid for. SERVICE & FOOD.

AVOID THIS PLACE!

WORST PLACE

The room is noted 24 square meters, it's wrong, the room is 12 square meters only the aircon is really noisy, there is no black curtains, so its bright all night due to the light outside.

Good location but...

The only negative was having to leave. Honestly, the location was beautiful. Great views. The infinity pool was great to swim and relax in. The staff was the best! They were very approachable and friendly. The professionalism from the staff was also nice. Their breakfasts while looking out at the ocean couldn’t have been better. We will definitely want to stay here again!

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