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Caramoan Accommodation: Beach Front and Town Proper


BY CLAIRE MAY 6, 2010 POSTED IN: ACCOMMODATION, ARCHIVE, ARTICLES, BICOL, CARAMOAN, FEATUREDARTICLES, PHILIPPINE DESTINATIONS

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Caramoan is rapidly changing its face as the tourism boom continues to benefit this sleepy town which had become one of the top destinations in the Philippines. Now, it has become a major tourist hub and the demand for good accommodation is continuously growing. Here are some of the pension houses, guest houses, hostels and resorts that range from the most basic to the top end accommodation in the area.

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Gota Beach Resort is the top end resort in Caramoan recommended for those who dont mind paying extra for a somewhat more luxurious beach escapade. It has its own beaches which are also open for the public so it is best to avoid it during weekend (Caramoan residents pay Php150 and php300 for non residents). In 2008, we stayed at this resort just because it was the only beach resort available at that time that had its own beach. A lot of the time, the beach is occupied by the crew of Survivor so it is often closed for public. It is also quiet expensive to stay at this resort compared to other resorts in the area now but its location makes it all worth it. We actually spent most of our time on its beach and only visited the nearby Malarad Island during our stay. The resort is surrounded by towering limestone cliffs covered with green vegetation and it has two coves with fine sand, one of which is another jump-

off point for island-hopping. It is a few minutes boat ride from Malarad Beach (formerly called Matukad Island), Lahus and Hunungan Beach Resort.

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It is quite cozy inside these small cabanas which were imported from China. Each cabana costs around Php60,000.

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2. LA CASA ROA HOSTEL

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My relatives and I stayed at La Casa Roa Hostel on my second visit at Caramoan this year. I was fortunate to be able to accompany my balikbayan aunt, her son and her fianc to Caramoan and guide them around the islands (for free). Normally, I would stay in backpackers accommodation on this kind of trip but at the request of my cousin, who had just roughed it out in Calaguas Islands before we left for Caramoan, we stayed in the very first more-than-decent lodging accomodation for visitors to Caramoan. The hostel is the private residence of Dr. Nilo Roa and has been converted into a cozy hostel. The hostel has clean and spacious rooms, dining area and living rooms on the first and second floor. It also has a wide terrace and different types of room to choose from. It is probably the most expensive accommodation in the town proper we paid around 2400 for an AC room with hot and cold shower and complimentary breakfast for four. It was ok but I find it isnt really worth staying in an expensive hotel when you just end up spending most of your time outside anyway. (We arrived around 5 in the afternoon here and left early the next day for island-hopping).

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Matrimonial Bed

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Twin Sharing LA CASA ROA HOSTEL Address: Tawog, Caramoan, Camarines Sur Tel: +6354-8113184 Contact: Rhodora Roa Perez Email: dollyrperez@gmail.com Room Rates Room 1 Matrimonial bed (Php1950) Room 2 3 Single bed, Triple Sharing (Php2,150) Room 3 Twin Sharing (Php1, 750) Room 4 Queen sized bed (Php1,250) Room A and B Family Room (Php2,800) Room C Family Sharing (Php2500) Annex Rooms (Php2,800) Extra Bed Php300 (All are inclusive of free breakfast)

Another living room on the first floor.

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La Casa Roa Dining Room

3. VILLA JULIANA

Villa Juliana

On our second day in Caramoan, my relatives and I moved to this brightly colored lodge just two blocks away from La Casa Roa Hostel. If La Casa Roa was the most expensive lodging in the town proper, Villa Juliana was the cheapest we could get without compromising quality. The service and facilities are ok. Its 12 rooms are all air-conditioned with TV and toilet. They also serve food and accept paluto. You can either request for the meal you want or buy it yourself in the market and ask them to cook it for you. They also arrange island-hopping tours and transfer service from the port. We paid Php750 for our room (4pax) and they let us checked-in our things early in the morning before we left for Paniman Beach without extra charge. This place is recommended for students, backpackers, and those who want a cheap accommodation in the town proper.

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AC rooms with TV and toilet. VILLA JULIANA

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Tel: 0921-2261395 , 0929-4884928, 0907-6557984 Contact: Mr. Roger Reyes Website: http://www.villajuliana.multiply.com/ Room Rates: Php750 All 12 AC rooms

Villa Juliana Rooms and Parking Area

4. CARAMOAN BED AND DINE

Bed and Dine Native Hut Restaurant

Bed and Dine is one of the mid-range accommodations available in the town proper located along the main road in Barangay Tawog. This pension house is another private residence turned into a nice lodging accommodation. It has only 3 air-conditioned rooms and it is usually fully-booked most of the time (advance reservation is a must). Two of its AC rooms have common toilet and its guests could use the TV in its living room as well as its dining area. Bed and Dine is also the only trusted and good enough restaurant in the town proper as of now. Many visitors in Caramoan eat here for breakfast, lunch and dinner. It is often packed with people and it is a favorite hang out of foreign tourists, backpackers and local visitors at night.(The food is quite good but its popularity is more for the lack of competition I guess).

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ROOMS

Mocha Room - Php1200 with toilet and bath (Good for 2pax)

Yellow Room - Php 1200 (good for 2 pax)

Violet Room - Php1400 (Good for 4pax)

CARAMOAN BED AND DINE

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Tel: 0920-4768619, 0920-4768577, 0915-8268563 Contact: Allan Lejarde Website Room Rates: Violet Room Php 1400/day good for 4pax,1 queen size bed,1 double size bed Yellow Room Php 1200/day good for 2pax, 1 double size bed Mocha Room Php 1200/day good for 2pax, 1 double size bed with toilet and bath Guests can use the living area w/ cable TV, dining area and comfort room of the Pension House.

Caramoan Bed and Dine Living Room

5. WEST PENINSULA VILLAS

West Peninsula Cabanas and Duplex

This villa is my top choice for quality and value for money. West Peninsula has new and clean facilities, cozy cabanas made of concrete walls and anahaw roof, and a nice yard where guests can party at night. It has an open-air dining area, a mini bar and small pool table. You can also ask them to cook any food that you want if you dont find it on their menu. The rooms have cable TV, a hot and cold shower and air-conditioning. They also offer tour packages for the guests. West Peninsula is currently building new rooms and has a total of 15
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rooms now, all with AC, cable TV and toilet (9 of which have hot and cold shower). One is lucky to get a room in this place if the reality TV series Survivor is filming in Caramoan. Their local production crew usually checks-in here. ROOMS

Duplex Accommodation

Cabanas

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Small Room WEST PENINSULA VILLAS Tel: 0921-2642538 Email: westpenvillas@yahoo.com Website Room Rates Php1500 big rooms (good for 6pax) Php1000 small room (good for 4 pax)

West Peninsula Dining Area

6. BC HOMETEL TOURIST INN

BC Hometel Tourist Inn

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Another option that offers cheap and basic accommodation about 5-minute drive from Centro. It has 10 air-conditioned rooms each with its own toilet. Room rates start at 600. The biggest room can accommodate 12 people and costs Php300 per head. Be warned though of the possibility of sharing the big rooms with strangers. Food is costs around Php100 per meal (minimum). They can also arrange island-hopping tours.
ROOMS

BC HOMETEL TOURIST INN Tel: 0927-4027220, 0921-8357454 Contact: Mr. Danilo Belleza Email: danfhel@gmail.com Website Room Rates Php300 per head ( minimum of 2) Php600 per room

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BC Hometel Dining Area


7. CMC VILLA CARAMOAN HOSTEL

CMC Villa Caramoan

CMC Villa offers a hassle free Caramoan escapade for a certain price. It was the first hostel we stopped at after Guijalo Port when we were looking for a place to stay, but we moved on to look for another one because we were only looking for a place to stay and were planning to arrange our own tours. This villa markets more its package tours that are inclusive of accommodation, half day island hopping tours to Matukad, Laos, and Hunungan Islands, one-day island hopping tours in Lahuy Islands (Manlaue, Bosdak, Cotivas, and our Lady of Peace), shuttle service within the town, motorboat, local tour guide and meals. You can call their contacts for a group with less than 5 persons. ROOMS

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CMC VILLA CARAMOAN HOSTEL

Contact: Coleen Cordial 0906-4205644 Marlyn Cordial 0920-9030226 Email: cmccaramoan@yahoo.com Webiste: cmcvillacaramoan.multiply.com Package Rates 5-10pax (2 days/1 night Php3500/pax) (3 days/2 nights- Php4900/pax) 11-15pax (2 days/1 night Php2700/pax) (3 days/2 nights Php3700 16pax and up (2 days/1 night Php2200) (3 days/3nights 3200)

8. REX TOURIST INN One of the cheapest and most popular inns in the area, Rex Tourist Inn isnt too shabby for the price it offers. It is inconspicuously located on the second floor of a hardware store. Room rates start at 300-500 for fan rooms, 1500 for AC rooms (good for 4persons), up to 2500 for AC room with private bathrooms. It serves food to guests who have availed of their package (shuttle service from Naga, boat ride, accommodation, food and island-hopping). Rex Tourist Inn has a total of 4 branches now, three in the town proper and one at Barangay Paniman (beachfront).

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Receiving Area REX TOURIST INN Address: Barangay Tawog, Caramoan Tel: 0919-8821879, 0919-3089675 Contact: Mr. Rex B. Hernandez REX TOURIST INN BRANCHES

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Rex Tourist Inn Branch

Rex Tourist Inn Branch near the church

9. RIVER VIEW VACATION INN

River View Vacation Inn

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One of the new hotels in the area located beside a nice river. It has a total of 10 fully-airconditioned rooms all with toilet and cable TV. Rooms with hot and cold shower are also available. It offers its own package tours inclusive of accommodation, buffet meals, transportation within the area, boat rentals for the island hopping and local tour guide.

RIVER VIEW VACATION INN Address: #4 Fernandez St. Barangay. Ili, Caramoan, Camarines Sur, Philippines Contact: Melody Reyes Niego Tel: 0908. 8655322, 0919-3955743 Email: RiverViewInnCaramoan@gmail.com Website: http://RiverViewInnCaramoan.sulit.com.ph

10. GOLDEN HUB TOURIST INN


Address: Tawog Caramoan, Cam Sur Tel: 0908-2626173, 0908-8948252 Contact: Mr Fred Schmid Offers food and beverages and 24 hours security services

Golden Hub Tourist Inn


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11 . WOW NA WOW TOURIST INN Tel: 0919-5999673

Wow na Wow Tourist Inn

12. VISTA DEL MAR GUEST HOUSE A house on top of a hill overlooking the sea and a few steps from the jump-off point for your island-hopping adventure Address: Bikal, Caramoan Contact: Mervyn A. Valencia 0919-8136766 Ome B. Alarcon 0920-2816362 13. HUNONGAN COVE A top end resort with its own beach a few minutes boat ride from Gota Beach Resort. It is also owned by the local goverment of Camarines Sur. Unit 2401, 139 Corporate Center, Valero Street, Salcedo Village, Makati 1227, Philippines. Tel: 63 2 8180831 Mobile: 09283083969 Email: camsurtourism@gmail.com, gotavillage@gmail.com Website: http://www.caramoanislands.com/ 14. CARAMOAN KAYAKS INN Address: Lupi,Guijalo, Caramoan Tel: 0921-9873157, 0920-4742637 Website: http://www.ck-inn.com/
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kim
Posted May 8, 2010 at 9:50 AM

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mkkrating dn aq s caramoan!! nice place for vacation kylngan lng ng budyet bgyan m aq h.

kim
Posted May 8, 2010 at 9:54 AM

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mgand ung gota beach resort cabanas native ang dting fresh n fresh tingnansafe s mga kids kpg mgllro..nice claire

Claire
Posted May 8, 2010 at 10:57 AM

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medyo mahal nga lang sa Gota, marami naman maganda at safe sa kids na mura.

Nomadic Pinoy
Posted May 11, 2010 at 6:47 PM

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Tama ka, Caramoan is rapidly changing. Nagulat ako when I saw all those cabanas @ Gota Beach. Many years ago when we went there, it was all bare and natural. I just wished they planted trees to offset what looks like a congested village.

Claire
Posted May 12, 2010 at 10:24 AM

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Yep and to think its the top end resort there. I think they added even more cabanas now. They are just lucky they are surrounded with limestone rock formations covered with green vegetation and a nice beach. But at least now, there are other options for accommodation that are way cheaper.

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Posted May 18, 2010 at 1:59 PM

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WOW! So much has changed since last time I went there about 4 or 5 years ago. Its good to know there are a lot of choices now for tourist to stay in Caramoan. Before it was only 3 or 4. We also had a bad experience with that pink walled resort. They took out our stuff and moved it to another room without permission. Anyways, great work and this will be a good reference

Claire
Posted May 18, 2010 at 5:11 PM

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Thanks Ferdz, I also still remember your blogs about Caramoan before. That was the first time I saw Matukad Beach.

Mike
Posted May 24, 2010 at 6:00 PM

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magkano pla yung rates sa GOTA60k na ba yung pinaka mura? good 4 how many po yun?

Claire
Posted May 25, 2010 at 7:48 PM

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Hi Mike, sorry I have no idea now about their rates but you may contact them by email or call the resorts number that I posted in my article to get an updated price. We paid around Php3000 the last time were there 2 years ago.

donn huab
Posted May 31, 2010 at 11:30 PM

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great writeup this is one of those blogpost that has substance.. really thanks btw, would it be recommended to travel to caramoan with a 2yr old child in tow? thanks!!

Claire
Posted June 2, 2010 at 6:42 PM

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Thanks Donn, Its a fair way for a two-year old to travel by land (more than an hour) and by boat (more than 2 hours) even if you take the plane to Naga but it is possible. The land travel from Naga City to Sabang Port is quite bumpy at some point but I think you can manage and even better if you take the van.

yce
Posted June 16, 2010 at 3:11 PM

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hi ms. claire very helpful po ung site nyo!!! ask ko lng do u have an idea how much ang accomodation sa gotta?!

Claire
Posted June 16, 2010 at 5:10 PM

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Hi Angel, I dont know anymore the latest rate at Gota but you can just verify it with them on their contact numbers. But as of now, it is still closed for public because the crew of Survivor are still there.

coleen
Posted June 17, 2010 at 7:13 PM

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Hi Claire! Just wanna say ThAnK You for making this site G o o d l u c k to all of your endeavor and (next) adventures!!!

Claire
Posted June 17, 2010 at 8:19 PM

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Thanks Coleen.

CJ Gimena
Posted June 26, 2010 at 10:35 AM

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Hi Claire.. Two thumbs up for this site.. very helpful..thanks a lot! great help indeed..

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Elaine
Posted June 30, 2010 at 6:58 PM

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Hi! I came across your site while trying to find out more about Caramoan. I am planning a trip later this year and hope you can give any tips for first time traveller to Caramoan, especially on a budget . Thanks!

Claire
Posted July 2, 2010 at 7:51 AM

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Hi Elaine. There are many budget-lodges there that you can choose from. Food is relatively cheap also especially if you will eat in local carinderia. You can also lower the cost of your island-hopping by joining other group. Try the island hopping in two days to enjoy it more. First one could be the nearer islands like Matukad and its surrounding area and the second one could be Cotivas, Sabitang Laya, Manlawi etc. But if you have limited time you can just tailor your trip and talk to the boatman. Enjoy your trip and hope you share it with us

Kaiz
Posted July 4, 2010 at 1:10 PM

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Nice post. Can be very helpful for wanna-visit-Caramoan junkies.

juls
Posted July 18, 2010 at 5:48 AM

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hi claire! your blogspot is very informative..just exactly what im looking forgreat job! keep it up

Claire
Posted July 19, 2010 at 11:38 AM

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Thanks Juls

kaye
Posted August 11, 2010 at 2:45 PM

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this is so helpful claire. super thanks! i miss u!

Claire
Posted August 13, 2010 at 7:24 PM

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Thanks Kaye, miss yah too

Kelly
Posted September 21, 2010 at 10:53 AM

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how much ung pinka affordable na room/house jn good for 10 persons? please suggest . .

Kelly
Posted September 21, 2010 at 11:08 AM

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were we could spend our 3 days in caramoan . .the best island , lodging and much cheaper than the others . . appreciate your esponse . . thank you very much . ..

Claire
Posted September 21, 2010 at 8:50 PM

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Hi Kelly, It really depends whether you would like to stay in a dorm type room like BC Hometel, you share the room with other people but i guess since you are 10 you could reserve the place they also have non-dorm type. Its around 300 per head the last time I checked. You can also try Villa Juliana if you want cheap rooms with AC. It is good for 4 persons so maybe so can reserve 3 rooms. It is up to you really, just compare the prices on my blog and check which one suits your budget and taste.

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Posted August 20, 2011 at 5:00 PM

Try Residencia de Salvacion, http://residenciasalvacion.multiply.com/ , located at Brgy Salvacion, the next barangay after Brgy Guijalo going to the town proper, about 7 minuntes by trike. see what their guests say http://www.tripadvisor.in/Hotel_Review-g1563542-d1793877-ReviewsResidencia_Salvacion-Caramoan_Bicol_Region_Luzon.html

sihanoukville
Posted November 8, 2010 at 12:57 AM

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Given that were talking about issues in the region of Caramoan Accommodation: Beach Front and Town Proper | Lakwatsera de Primera, Being able to pick the correct hotel is really the most essential decision that you have to create as this could make or break your journey, whether youre heading for a vacation or taking a company trip.

dasler
Posted November 22, 2010 at 12:39 PM

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if you want a reasonable tour package or just want a room, you can try (Residencia de Salvacion) http://residenciasalvacion.multiply.com. check what their guests say http://www.facebook.com/?ref=home#!/note.php?note_id=132942566758650

Malou Hampton
Posted January 14, 2011 at 11:35 AM

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Hi Claire, can you give an idea, about going to Caramoan. From Sabang Port ba mag bo-boat ride going to the islands? how long is the travel time? is it safe to bring kids? How safe is the boat ride?Do they provide life vest during the boat ride? Thanks and God bless Malou

Claire
Posted January 14, 2011 at 11:48 AM

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Hi Malou, From Sabang, you may ride a boat to Guijalo Port in Caramoan (about 2 hours or less). They provide life vest for everyone. I have seen many visitors bring their little ones to the island. As for any boat ride around the Philippines, there is no way to tell hundred percent that it is going to be a safe boat ride. But the boats are big enough, From the port, you may hire a tricycle to take you to the town proper if thats where your accommodation is or to Paniman Beach. It is the jump-off for island hopping and they also have accommodation. There are many boatmen there who will offer you packages for island- hopping. Try not to commit to anyone yet no matter how tempting the offer is. Ask around first then decide. Hope you enjoy your trip and dont forget to share your stories to us

Maria
Posted March 4, 2011 at 4:57 PM

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Hi claire! First things first, thanks for the very comprehensive information on the different accomodation that can be found in the island. The pics. are truly nice!!! gave us an idea on what we can expect. Thank GOD for bloggers like you =). Before when things like these were not yet available, i relied heavily on my lonely planet books and those travel magazines [counting them now made me realize how costly they were, good that dated issues can be sold almost half the price nowadays =)]. We got some things in common like we are both teachers [except you are so slim =) and well me, loves to eat thus my e-add was created to figuratively describe me =)] who love to travel mostly the off the beaten track. One of your reader said you are leaving or left PI already? =( well im pretty sure that wherever you are, you will continue to inform, humor us with your adventures and i will silently follow your blogs admiringly!!! =) Many thanks again, GOD bless

Claire
Posted March 5, 2011 at 1:08 AM

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Thank you Maria. Im actually back now in the Philippines. I will leave again this year but not permanently. One for thing for sure though is that I will continue to blog and soon will launch the lakwatsera de primera family edition

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Deine dela vega


Posted March 19, 2011 at 3:53 PM

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Hi claire, we are planning to go caramoan this holyweek2011, but we dont have any idea wer to stay. I would like to ask if which part of caramoan wer we can find majority of the resorta for accomodation and is it advisable to book in advance or its better to look for resort once we get there? Thanks

Claire
Posted March 19, 2011 at 3:58 PM

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Hi Deine, there are more choices of accommodation in Centro (town proper) and a few at Paniman Beach like Breeze and Waves etc. I suggest that you reserve in advance since you are going to visit on Holy Week which is peak season in Caramoan.

pangpang
Posted March 22, 2011 at 6:22 PM

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thanks for this! this is really the greatest help i can find online!:D

Ed
Posted April 16, 2011 at 2:05 PM

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Hi Claire! We are a family from Albay and we would like to visit Caramoan by road trip via Tiwi. Can you please answer some questions before we finalize our trip sometime in May 2011? 1. We are planning for a beach camp for one night and will not check-in in an accommodation. Can you please recommend a resort or a place for this? 2. Which road-route is the shortest way from Tiwi to Caramoan? 3. We would need a local resident as tour guide and caretaker of vehicles. Can you refer somebody? Thank you and regards.

Claire
Posted April 16, 2011 at 3:46 PM

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Hi Ed, 1. My friend told me they rented a banca for 3 nights and camped on the island of their choice every night. Matukad is a nice place to camp as well as the other islands. You can also camp along the shores of Paniman Beach. 2. Are you going to do it by land all the way to Caramoan? I think its feasible now since its summer but Ive heard its quite a bumpy ride. Another option is to leave your car at Sabang Port and ride the boat to Guijalo Port. Im not sure how to do it by car because I had only tried commuting to Caramoan. 3. I think you can do it on your own, no need for a tour guide, you boatman will be your tour guide as well. The place is easy to explore. I dont know anyone from Sabang Port but I guess you can just ask favor from the local to look after you car especially from those who live near the port and leave your car to there, just offer something as payment. Cheers! Ingat sa byahe po.

Ed
Posted April 16, 2011 at 6:27 PM

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Thanks for your reply Claire. Nice meeting nice people in the net. Cheers!

kai
Posted May 20, 2011 at 11:48 PM

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Hi, Thanks for the helpful article. Where is it better to stay beachfront or centro?

Claire

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Posted May 21, 2011 at 7:36 AM

For me Id rather stay in front of the beach but there are more options of accommodation at Centro so its really up to you.

ben
Posted May 23, 2011 at 10:07 PM

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Hey Ms. Claire, First and foremost thanks much for your very informative yet helpful blog, you give us idea on where to stay while in the island. CHEERS for that. Were planning for a Barkada Trip in CamSurs finest Caramoan Peninsula this July 16-18, 2011. But before we finalized our trip, we have some concerns; First, from wide selection of accommodations, we find West Peninsula as our top choice! Just want to clarify.. For their room rate; small room cost 1,000? or 1K per head? If its 1K per person then we will choose BC HomeTel instead (were on a budget). Lastly, In terms of weather condition, is it advisable and safe to visit Caramoan and have island hopping on mid of July? Hope it will be sunny days but were expecting it will be rainy days (hopes not).. Any thoughts? Thanks in advance! ,)

Claire
Posted May 24, 2011 at 5:00 AM

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Hi Ben, The last time I inquired, it was 1000 per room but if youre on a budget I think BC Hometel and Villa Julianna are also good value for your money. Its safe as long as the weather is good. It may rain from time to time but rarely that it will rain the whole day.

ben
Posted May 24, 2011 at 7:53 AM

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I see.. Thanks for quick response Well contact West Peninsula,Hometel & Villa Julliana w/in this week. Lets which is which has a good deal! hehehehe BDW, the said contact infos are still updated/any changes? Thanks Much. Keep it up!

Ramon F. Perez
Posted June 8, 2011 at 4:01 PM

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Discounted La Casa Roa Hostel Room rates- 2011 Room 1- aircon w/ matrimonial bed & hot/cold shower.Php 1,750.00 Room 2- aircon w/ 3 single beds & hot/cold shower .Php 1,950.00 Room 3- aircon w 2 single beds & hot/cold shower ..Php 1,550.00 Room 4- aircon w/ double size bed & hot/cold shower Php 1,550.00 Room A- aircon, 6 pax sharing w/ hot/cold shower Php 1,850.00 Room B- aircon, 6 pax sharing w/ hot/cold shower Php 1,850.00 Room C- aircon, 6 pax sharing Php 1,350.00 AnnexA1- aircon, 6 pax sharing w/ hot/cold shower .Php 1,850.00 AnnexA2 aircon, 4 pax sharing w/ hot/cold shower Php 1,550.00 Duplex 1 aircon, double size bed w/ hot/cold shower .Php 950.00 Duplex 2 aircon, double size bed w/ hot/cold shower .Php 950.00 Breakfast not included extra person Php 300.00

Arild Sandberg
Posted June 13, 2011 at 9:51 PM

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I wonder when you can get the time to shange our website url to the coreckt one
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Claire
Posted June 13, 2011 at 10:32 PM

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Thank you, I updated already.

froy
Posted June 18, 2011 at 8:05 PM

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hi claire! i thing west peninsula and breeze & waves are the two most of all the hotels and inns there at caramoan..may ask if this two offer their own complete package for 2? i wanna know how much would it be for 3days and 2nights. Im planning to go there maybe september thanks

Claire
Posted June 18, 2011 at 8:36 PM

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Hi Froy, Im not sure about their rates now but you may check their websites or call their contact numbers for your inquiries.

froy
Posted June 18, 2011 at 9:36 PM

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off peak naman ang september diba?so i would be cheaperright?hehehe thanks claire!

Claire
Posted June 18, 2011 at 10:31 PM

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Yep, the town is quite small and easy to explore. Just look around first and see which one suits your budget.

Tet Larena
Posted July 18, 2011 at 1:30 PM

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Hi Claire! Thanks for compiling all of these. Just wanna ask if West Peninsula Villas is along the beach line? Thanks! Tet

Claire
Posted July 18, 2011 at 2:17 PM

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Hi Tet, its not by the beach, its located at the town proper.

czharina
Posted July 21, 2011 at 12:25 PM

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nice compilation..I only knew few hostels through pinoyexchange pero ang dami palang ibang choicesgusto ko ung West Peninsula ..prang value for money sya..

Claire
Posted July 21, 2011 at 5:30 PM

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Im sure there are new accommodation this year. West Peninsula is also my choice for midrange accommodation, not dirt cheap but not expensive as well.

ylka
Posted July 29, 2011 at 6:54 PM

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hi claire,.,may i knw whre did u stay there? is it recommendable?

Claire
Posted July 29, 2011 at 9:17 PM

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I dont recommend anything in particular, they all have their pros and cons. Its really up to your budget.

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ylka
Posted July 29, 2011 at 6:57 PM

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budget wise, would u suggest tour package?

Claire
Posted July 29, 2011 at 9:16 PM

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If you have extra budget why not, its convenient, if its me, ill do it on my own, but thats just me.

czharina
Posted August 16, 2011 at 5:16 PM

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Hi. Can we still camp on the islands?

Claire
Posted August 16, 2011 at 6:39 PM

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Depende kung align island, sa Matukad ang alam ko pwede kapag walang shooting ang Survivor.

anne diaz
Posted August 17, 2011 at 7:34 AM

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hi ms. claire, can you tell me if there is really a travel agency at caramoan island, name is caramoan travel their website claims it headed by the brgy capt. of brgy tawog in caramoan, but i did m best to look for supporting docs but i cant find any. i am worried theyr just scammers, i have a big group (46pax) going to caramoan on oct.15thkaya i need help..hope you can take tym to answer me. god bless.

Claire
Posted August 17, 2011 at 7:49 AM

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Hi Anne, sorry i dont know much about travel tours in Caramoan because I didnt avail of any tour during my visits.

Den Sancho
Posted August 22, 2011 at 8:44 PM

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Hi,you can contact us at westpenvillas@yahoo.com our place is available this oct. This is Den from westpen villas. thanks

Jason S.
Posted August 21, 2011 at 7:00 AM

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Hi Ms. Claire! Ask ko lang po madam if gota resort lang po ba ang me lodging and beach at the same time? Im looking for an avg resort na me beach na po agad (to consume time from island hopping), ung mga tipong beach front style po? And one more concern is hanggang 11am po daw ang last sea transfer to caramoan? Is that true? Are there other alternatives aside from hiring a private boat? Thanks po ulit mam claire!!

Claire
Posted August 21, 2011 at 8:21 AM

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HI Jason, there is also lodging option at Paniman Beach, the beach is not as nice at the one in Gota Beach but the accommodation here is way cheaper. I think the last trip for passenger boat to Caramoan is around 12pm but they usually leave early when full. I dont know any other option aside from hiring a private boat. (kung marami kayo, pwede namin hati-hati na lang para mas mura)

Jason S.
Posted August 24, 2011 at 2:52 PM

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Thanks po madam!
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Den Sancho
Posted August 22, 2011 at 8:37 PM

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Pls update our email add, must be westpenvillas@yahoo.com , name to be contact is not Den Sancho. Thanks West Peninsula Villas

Claire
Posted August 23, 2011 at 7:38 AM

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Thank you Den, updated already.

Joms
Posted August 22, 2011 at 10:33 PM

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Hi ms. Claire good day 1st of all i want to say congrats and tanx for ur very successful and. Helpful site/blog. Mam ask lng poh kong my homestay! Inn or other accommodation n malapit n poh sa beach kc xempre pag gusto maligo dyan n kgad,,, ndi kelngan p mag ride ng tricycle etc.. Syang po kc ung tym from mnila p poh kc kmi.thanks in advance. GODBLESS!!!!! MOre power..

Claire
Posted August 23, 2011 at 7:34 AM

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Hi joms, check-out this one http://www.lakwatseradeprimera.com/caramoan-accommodation-panimanbeach/ for more choices of accommodation.

Andzela
Posted August 28, 2011 at 3:49 PM

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Hi Ms. Claire, We will visit Caramoan this coming September. Is it possible ba via land from Naga to Caramoan? If yes. San kaya ung fx/bus terminal and ilang oras kaya travel time? Any details to share? Thanks a lot!

Claire
Posted August 28, 2011 at 3:54 PM

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Yeah its possible by land but I think its not advisable to do it during the rainy season unless youre on 4WD.

KC
Posted September 23, 2011 at 9:38 PM

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hi po.. alam nyo po ba kung anong inns ang malapit lang sa mga pasyalan mismo especially sa beach po.. tenkyu po..

Claire
Posted September 24, 2011 at 12:28 PM

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Paniman Beach ang malapit sa mga islands kasi jump-off point yun, pero kahit sa centro ka mag-stay, one tricycle ride away lang to the jump off points.

Bee
Posted October 7, 2011 at 12:04 PM

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Your post really helped a lot during my familys trip to Caramoan! Thank you

Claire
Posted October 8, 2011 at 6:34 AM

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Youre welcome Bee

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carl
Posted October 30, 2011 at 4:21 PM

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Hi Miss Claire, Good day Could you recomend from the list of accomodation above , kung alin ang ok ang facilities and malinis. Thanks Carl

Claire
Posted October 30, 2011 at 6:41 PM

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West Pen or La Casa Roa.

Gladys | ByahengBarok.com
Posted October 23, 2011 at 10:22 AM

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yey! im going to caramoan this long weekend with my son were staying at riverview ^_^

EMILIO VICTOR B. AVILA III


Posted November 12, 2011 at 7:50 AM

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TO ALL CARAMOAN TOUR INQUIRIES!!! PLEASE SEND YOUR MESSAGE/INQUIRY DIRECTLY TO caramoan@gmail.com OR CONTACT ME AT 09203039621. ] FOR UPDATES AND PROMO RATES PLEASE VISIT http://www.caramoantravel.blogspot.com I WILL REPLY YOUR QUERY DIRECTLY INTO YOUR EMAILS. THANK YOU VERY MUCH. BRGY CAPT. EMILIO VICTOR B. AVILAIII (TOTEM) . CARAMOAN TRAVEL AND TOURS SERVICES

marie
Posted November 21, 2011 at 6:14 PM

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is there any place where we could stay near the beach?a pax of 10 persons,how much?were planing to go this december..for 5 days.

Claire
Posted November 21, 2011 at 6:15 PM

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Kindly check the Paniman Beach Accommodation

randy malagao
Posted November 23, 2011 at 11:04 AM

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mam ask ko lang po kung san ang sakayan ng legazpi-sabang port?

Claire
Posted November 23, 2011 at 11:22 AM

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Sakay ka ng bus papuntang Naga, merong terminal ng van sa harap ng SM Naga papuntang Sabang Port.

jami
Posted November 27, 2011 at 6:44 PM

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We stayed at Villa Juliana! Plus they gave us a discount

jeremy
Posted November 29, 2011 at 10:11 PM

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Maganda ba weather pag December?

Claire
Posted November 30, 2011 at 3:06 AM

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Mas maganda na compared to June Oct. Tapos na tag-ulan.

ghine
Posted December 3, 2011 at 7:04 PM

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hi gud pmask ko lang po kung what time po ang alis ng roro from nato beach to caramoan at ilan oras ang travel papunta sa caramoan..we want to visit sana this coming weekendun accomodation po ba sa GOTABEACHmalapit na po ba un sa mismo beach?please reply us..thank u..

Claire
Posted December 3, 2011 at 8:23 PM

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Hi Ghine, sorry Im not familiar with Nato Beach, visitors usually depart from Sabang Port to Guijalo Port in Caramoan. Gota Beach has its own beachfront and its close to some islands.

ghine
Posted December 6, 2011 at 8:10 PM

ah ok posa sangay nato beach po un cinasabi ko po..malayo na po kc kmi if sa sabang port pa kmi pupunta..nasa tigaon na po kc kmi tom. mahaba pa byahe if punta pa kami ng sabang. ask ko na lng po kng hndi kmi nakapag pa reserve po ngaun meron po ba sa gota beach or island na pwede namin tayuan na lng ng tentthank ugodbless

Marlene
Posted January 16, 2012 at 3:57 AM

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Were going to Legazpi City on January 17. Please tell me, how do we go to Caramoan Island from Legazpi? Thank you!

Claire
Posted January 16, 2012 at 5:36 AM

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Just ride a bus en route to Naga, it stops at Naga Bus Terminal. From there, go to the van terminal in front of SM Naga and ride a van en route to Sabang Port. You should be at Sabang Port before 12noon to make it to the passenger boat. If you happen to miss it, just hire a private boat around (P3000) to Guijalo Port in Caramoan. From here you can hire a tricyle to your chosen accommodation.

Jen
Posted February 3, 2012 at 11:29 AM

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Would you happen to know the schedule and fee of boats from the Codon Port (near Virac Airport) to the Guijalo Port? Should we book in advance instead, and if ever, whom can we contact for their services? Thank you!

Claire
Posted February 3, 2012 at 7:17 PM

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HI Jen, sorry I dont have info about this yet.

nhel
Posted February 9, 2012 at 11:31 PM

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hi mam claire, tagal na ako nagreresearch ng mga accommodation sa caramoan but only today i have found your blog. thanks you! and im planning to go there right aftr my contract ends here in abroad.. anyways can ask some question po? 1. how did you manage your own tour by not availing tour packages? 2. madami po ba on the spot na mga bangkero n pwde maarkila for island hopping? do you have any idea if how much will it cost? i know that tour packages really cost a lot lalo n kung konti lang n tao. im planning po sana with my gf in the last quarter of this year. and 3. maganda po ba pumunta ng caramoan at the month of october or november? thank you so much po..
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Posted February 10, 2012 at 5:23 AM

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Hi Nhel, maraming bankero sa jump off points, off peak ka naman pupunta kaya mas makakahaggle ka sa boat rental. I think madami din independent tourists na naghahanap ng makakasama sa island-hopping, pwede din kayo makisabay para hati-hati sa boat rental. (around P2500-3000 ang island-hopping package)

nhel
Posted February 10, 2012 at 6:29 AM

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wow! thanks so much po mam claire.. mas mkakatipid po tlaga pag ganyan. god bless po.

onin
Posted February 13, 2012 at 12:50 PM

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hi mam claire panu po kung di ka kukuha ng mga tour packages,,, di ba ikaw mismo kakausap sa boatman may mga nabibilan ba ng pack n mga food dun para madala mo sa island hopping,, ung iba kasi na tour packages may kasama na food,,,like 3days 2 nights 11000 for two person,,,includes accommodation..island hopping..food for 3d/2nyts..etc..

Claire
Posted February 14, 2012 at 5:11 AM

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YEp merong mabibilhan ng packed lunch, bili na lang kayo sa mg carinderia tapos take out nyo.

yuri
Posted February 14, 2012 at 3:08 PM

hi claire, we plan to go to caramoan next month. ask ko lang is it really worth to visit the place? ano ang mga activities na pdeng gawin dun. thanks in advance. yuri

Claire
Posted February 15, 2012 at 5:51 AM

Island-hopping is one of the things you can do in Caramoan. If you like undeveloped beaches then youll probably like it here.

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