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The Eco Bungalows were breathtaking beautiful on open water with an amazing view over the sea. The location of this resort is one of a kind. It's a small Island, localted just half an hour away, by boat transfer (what will be arranged by Raja Ampat Doberai Private Island) from Waisai. The staff at the Resort are very friendly and willing to assist you with everything. The cook, mr. Anto, is preparing the daily meals and he does it fantastic. He is able to surprise his guests every time during the three meals a day. I would recommend everybody to take the opportuntiy to visit this Resort when you have the intention to enjoy your Holiday in Raja Ampat.

Timon, Helga, and their family's hospitality combined with the ideal location in Raja Ampat make Alter Native Stay the perfect experience for a Papuan holiday - be it diving, birding, or just relaxing in a hammock near the beach.. The property is beautiful and nestled amongst the trees next to the shoreline with a scenic view of the Raja Ampat islands which can be viewed at the end of the dock. The wonderful atmosphere and welcoming hosts made this one of the most memorable experiences during all my travels. I hope to return again someday!

Let me start with the pros first. The cottages are right above the crystal clear water and very nicely furnished. You can relax on the porch which gives you stunning views. Best, most civilised bathroom on the entire island. Wonderful service from "Mama Koki" and her staff. Location is more on the quiet side of the island. Unfortunately, there are cons. Guests must drop off at the side of the road before carrying their luggage through some rough, unpaved track. Please travel lightly if you are considering this hotel. Worse still, were the non-functioning air conditioners. We booked all 2 cottages and both suffered the same problem. It was not rectified throughout our 3-night stay. A major disappointment.

From the outset of my stay, I was made very welcome and it was clear that making guests' stays memorable is at the heart of everything the resort does. The staff were amazing and really made my time there special particularly Rey the owner and Zoe and Jan who manage the resort. The location is perfect for diving with many spectacular dive sites a short boat ride away. Dives are well planned and really cater to the level of experience of the individual diver. Venky, the dive guide has an incredible knowledge of the reefs and a very keen eye for finding the tiniest of sea life. For those not diving, or for those who wish to spend some time on the surface, there is a lovely beach to relax on or, for those looking for something else, you can opt to rent a kayak or go bird watching. The beachfront bungalows, perfectly located close to the beach with a lovely view of the sea are simply and comfortably furnished. They are traditionally made and very much in keeping with the Ecological philosophy of the resort. It was wonderful to drift off to sleep at night listening to the sound of the waves lapping on the shore. Each bungalow has a porch with its own hammock to relax in and there are comfortable sun beds located around the resort. The resort has been very well planned and it's layout allows the natural flora and fauna to flourish and so there was a real array of birds around in the trees. The food was to die for! As a vegetarian, I often find that my needs are not well catered for. Here, the food was incredible and not just for the vegetariarians as there were freshly cooked meat and fish dishes on offer too. Overall, I cannot speak highly enough of this resort and hopefully, I will be able to return soon.

I stayed in Pandawa for my first and last night in Raja Ampat. Good food and very nice to have a hot shower after a week of kayaking. Rooms could be cleaner and the karaoke was going on late into the night but the couple running the place is lovely and I was very well looked after. I asked for a diving trip to be arranged and had a fantastic day with experienced dive masters, the hotel also arranged my transport to and from the island with a guide meeting me in Jakarta. Very convenient. However, if you visit Raja Ampat make sure you also go to one of the remote home stays to fully benefit from the pristine nature and exposure to local culture.

This was by far the best holiday ive had all year! Words cannot describe how beautiful the location of this bungalow was! And how welcoming and friendly martin's family is:) They picked me up from the ferry and we went by boat to Famangkor Homestay, where i was received with a fresh coconut they had picked for me. The food was delish and with huge portions. Service was excelent! They took me fishing, organized diving for me and met all my desires. The homestay is on their own private beach on a small little island, you can walk to the village ( 10 minutes) through a scenic jungle route or walk around the coast. Its exactly what i needed, a desserted beach lined with coconut trees and a hammock to read my book while listening to the waves go by. Would stay again in a heartbeat!