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7.6

Very good

77 reviews

77 reviews

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8.3

Excellent

Location rating score

Excellent location
Parking
FREE
Popular landmarks
Puerto Princesa Underground River 51.7 km
Ugong Rock 65.7 km
Las Cabanas Beach 69.8 km
Puerto Princesa City Baywalk Park 69.9 km
Seven Commandos Beach 72.7 km
Nacpan Beach 88.0 km
Cowrie Island 93.2 km
Palawan Wildlife Rescue and Conservation Center 101.6 km
Firefly Watching 108.1 km
Nearby landmarks
San Vicente Multi-Purpose Buidling & Evacuation Center 180 m
San Vicente Pier 240 m
San Vicente Plaza 290 m
Pinagmangalokan Beach 1.0 km
San Vicente Ferrer Church 1.2 km
Penanindigan Beach 1.6 km
Makatombaten Beach 2.1 km
San Vicente Airport 2.3 km
New Capari Beach 2.4 km
Mialbok Island 2.8 km

Picardal Lodge

Purok Rosal, Barangay Poblacion (Town Proper), San Vicente, Palawan, Philippines, 5309 - See map

The car parking and the Wi-Fi are always free, so you can stay in touch and come and go as you please. Conveniently situated in the San Vicente part of Palawan, this property puts you close to attractions and interesting dining options. Don't leave before paying a visit to the famous Puerto Princesa Underground River. Massage and restaurant are among the special facilities that will enhance your stay with on-site convenience.

Highlights

Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!

Balcony/terrace

Laundry service

Smoking area

Coffee shop

Facilities

Car park

Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!

Pets allowed for free

Coffee shop

Laundry service

Restaurants

Tours

Wi-Fi in public areas

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Value for money8.2
Location rating8.3
Nearest airportSan Vicente Airport (SWL)
Distance to airport2.3 km

Rooms available at Picardal Lodge

Back Packers Room
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  • Room size: 17 m²/183 ft²
  • Garden view
  • 2 single beds and 1 double ...
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Family Room
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  • Room size: 35 m²/377 ft²
  • Nature view
  • 2 double beds
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Air Conditioning
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  • Room size: 30 m²/323 ft²
  • Sea (partial view) view
  • 1 queen bed & 1 queen bed
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Single Room
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    Room Assigned on Arrival
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      Frequently asked questions

      Is car parking available at Picardal Lodge?

      Picardal Lodge has car park onsite free of charge for guests traveling with vehicles to take full advantage when staying at this property. Please contact the property for more information, or log into your Agoda account and contact the property through Agoda's direct message chatbox.

      What interesting attractions are close by Picardal Lodge that are in walking distance?

      While lodging at Picardal Lodge, jump start your vacation by discovering the closest destinations that are within walking distance to the property which include San Vicente Multi-Purpose Buidling & Evacuation Center and San Vicente Plaza.

      What are the property's policies for children's bedding at Picardal Lodge?

      Picardal Lodge's policy regarding children's bedding considers guests age 11 years and older as adults, and therefore must use an extra bed which will incur an additional charge. You can find additional information about specific child policy and age range for this property, by checking the "Property policies" section located in the property page for more details.

      How many rooms does Picardal Lodge have?

      Picardal Lodge has a total of 7 rooms.

      What do past travelers like most about Picardal Lodge?

      Past guests that stayed at Picardal Lodge have given this property a rating of 8.289 for its remarkable location as the major highlight for their stay.

      What is the verified guest review consensus about Picardal Lodge's food?

      100.0% of our verified customer reviews have given an optimistic review and remarks about this property's food. You can look up on more detailed customer reviews, and comments for Picardal Lodge down in the review.

      What is the average rating that verified Families with older children have given to Picardal Lodge?

      Verified families with older children that have stayed at this property have given Picardal Lodge an average rating of 9.6. You can search for more comprehensive customer reviews and feedback by filtering for a specific type of verified travelers down in the review section.

      What is the typical rating that past Group travelers have given to Picardal Lodge?

      Verified group travelers that have stayed at this property have given Picardal Lodge an average rating of 8.1. You can find more precise customer assessments and comments by filtering for a specific type of verified travelers down in the review section.

      What is the nearest train, metro, or bus station to Picardal Lodge?

      The closest train, metro, or bus station is Narra Bus Terminal, 168729.86 m away from Picardal Lodge.

      What time is check-in and check-out at Picardal Lodge?

      Check-out is until 12:00 PM. You may request late check-out during booking, subject to availability. Travelers checking out after the specified time frame may be charged an additional fee.

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      What people love about Picardal Lodge

      • 8.4

        Excellent
        Location

        "Excellent location, in the town poblacion and very near the airport."

        Benedict

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        February 8, 2020

      • 7.6

        Very good
        Location

        "What was nice about the lodge is its close proximity to the market, the port and the church."

        Katherine

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        October 29, 2019

      • 9.2

        Exceptional
        Bathroom

        "Worth it for the budget price and we even had our own private bathroom."

        Cianne

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        December 16, 2019

      Property ranking|Compared to 1,144 Palawan properties
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      Room size
      27 sqm.
      Room comfort score
      7.4/10
      Location score
      8.3/10
      Value for money score
      8.2/10
      Bigger than
      88
      %
      of Palawan properties
      Better than
      86
      %
      of Palawan properties
      Better than
      81
      %
      of Palawan properties
      Better than
      80
      %
      of Palawan properties
      Overall rating:

      7.6

      Very good
      77 reviews
      Cleanliness
      7.5
      Facilities
      6.6
      Location
      8.3
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      More about Picardal Lodge

      More about Picardal Lodge

      Picardal Lodge

      Dip your toes in the ocean shore of Palawan with a stay at Picardal Lodge.
      Have a hassle-free trip while enjoying the services and amenities offered by Picardal Lodge. Keep up with all your communications easily with the lodge's free Wi-Fi. Car hire services provided by the lodge make exploring Palawan even more convenient. Guests can enjoy free parking right at the lodge.
      Getting tickets for the city's best entertainment is easy through the lodge's tours. Packing light is possible at Picardal Lodge thanks to the lodge's laundry service keeping your clothes clean. For the comfort and health of all guests, smoking is not permitted anywhere within the lodge. Smoking is allowed only in the designated smoking areas provided by lodge.
      Enjoy the services offered at Picardal Lodge from the convenience of your guestroom. For your comfort, some rooms at the lodge are equipped with air conditioning. Some rooms at Picardal Lodge even come with extra design features such as a balcony or terrace. In-room entertainment amenities including the cable TV is provided in some rooms.


      Dining and things to do

      Enjoy the morning bliss with a sip of good coffee at the cafe located in the lodge. A variety of convenient and tasty dining options are waiting for you at the lodge, for whenever you get hungry.
      Picardal Lodge offers unique recreational opportunities for all guests. Be sure to spend some time exploring the beach, which is accessible directly from the lodge. End your days in total relaxation with a visit to the massage, located right at the lodge.


      Reasons to stay here

      Guests who stayed here really appreciated the room comfort, scoring it higher than 86% of accommodations in the city.

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      Amenities and facilities

      Good
      Facilities

      6.6

      Most talked about facilities

      Beach

      6 mentions

      Internet

      2 mentions

      Food & Dining

      1 mention

      Breakfast

      1 mention

      Languages spoken
      • English
      • Filipino
      Internet access
      • Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!
      • Internet
      • Wi-Fi in public areas
      Things to do, ways to relax
      • Massage
      • Tours
      Dining, drinking, and snacking
      • Coffee shop
      • Restaurants
      Services and conveniences
      • Elevator
      • Laundry service
      • Smoke-free property
      • Smoking area
      • Terrace
      For the kids
      • Family room
      Access
      • CCTV in common areas
      • Dog-friendly
      • Fire extinguisher
      • Non-smoking rooms
      • Pets allowed
      • Pets allowed for free
      Getting around
      • Car park [free of charge]
      • Car park [on-site]
      • Rental car
      Available in all rooms
      • Balcony/terrace
      • Desk
      • Free bottled water
      • Non-smoking
      • Shower

      Location

      Purok Rosal, Barangay Poblacion (Town Proper), San Vicente, Palawan, Philippines, 5309
      Excellent
      Location

      8.3

      Airports
      • San Vicente Airport (SWL)
        2.3 km
      • El Nido Airport (ENI)
        77.1 km 2.5 hour drive
      Hospital or clinic
      • Well of life Medical Clinic
        15.3 km

      What's nearby

      Popular landmarks
      • Puerto Princesa Underground River
        51.7 km
      • Ugong Rock
        65.7 km
      • Las Cabanas Beach
        69.8 km
      • Puerto Princesa City Baywalk Park
        69.9 km
      • Seven Commandos Beach
        72.7 km
      • Nacpan Beach
        88.0 km
      • Cowrie Island
        93.2 km
      • Palawan Wildlife Rescue and Conservation Center
        101.6 km
      • Firefly Watching
        108.1 km
      Nearby landmarks
      • San Vicente Multi-Purpose Buidling & Evacuation Center
        180 m
      • San Vicente Pier
        240 m
      • San Vicente Plaza
        290 m
      • Pinagmangalokan Beach
        1.0 km
      • San Vicente Ferrer Church
        1.2 km
      • Penanindigan Beach
        1.6 km
      • Makatombaten Beach
        2.1 km
      • San Vicente Airport
        2.3 km
      • New Capari Beach
        2.4 km
      • Mialbok Island
        2.8 km
      Distances shown are straight-line distances on the map. Actual travel distances may vary.

      Property policies

      Children and extra beds

      Extra beds are dependent on the room you choose. Please check the individual room capacity for more details.

      All children are welcome.

      Infant 0-1 year(s)
      Stay for free if using existing bedding.
      Baby cot/crib may be requested directly from the property.
      Children 2-10 year(s)
      Stay for free if using existing bedding.
      If you need an extra bed, it will incur an additional charge.
      Guests 11 years and older are considered as adults
      Must use an extra bed which will incur an additional charge.
      Others
      • When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

      Some helpful facts

      Check-in/Check-out
      • Check-out until12:00
      • Reception open until22:00
      The property
      • Non-smoking rooms/floorsYes
      • Number of restaurants1
      • Number of rooms 7
      • Room voltage220
      • Year property opened2006

      Reviews of Picardal Lodge from real guests

      Provided by verified guests of Agoda
      7.6
      /
      10
      Cleanliness7.5
      Facilities6.6
      Location8.3
      Room comfort and quality7.4
      Service7.9
      Value for money8.2
      High score for Palawan
      Rating
      9+ Exceptional (16)
      8-9 Excellent (11)
      7-8 Very Good (11)
      6-7 Good (3)
      <6 Below Expectation (16)
      Time of the year
      Mar - May (10)
      Jun - Aug (6)
      Sep - Nov (11)
      Dec - Feb (30)

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      9.7
      Exceptional
      simon from Switzerland
      Couple
      Stayed 3 nights in February 2014

      Great family run hostel!”

      Very friendly staff and good breakfast, which is included! Nice, quite big rooms - top clean and with a nice balcony!

      We loved our stay at Picardal Lodge in our bayview room! Each room has a balcony with some place to hang out. Free WiFi works pretty good in all rooms - but at the upper building the reach of the WiFi is best on the balcony. Long Beach is only few minutes away on foot and some other nice beaches like the Capari beach can be reached in 1hr walk or some minutes by motorbike. The staff was very friendly and helpful and they even created their own maps of the area to hand out to the guests - superb! Many thanks to Francis and his family for the unforgettable stay in their Guesthouse!

      Reviewed March 01, 2014

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      7.3
      Very good
      Jocelyn from Philippines
      Solo traveler
      Stayed 1 night in April 2013

      Cheap and convenient”

      Budget, location, accessibility to transportation

      If you're looking to explore San Vicente on a budget, Picardal is a great place to stay. It's near the terminals and the staff are helpful in giving you directions to places you want to go. It's about 15 minutes away from San Vicente's main attraction -- the 14 km stretch of undeveloped sand bar called Long Beach. It's also right across the shuttle and bus terminals, the passenger boats, and the main market, where you can buy fresh fish and have it cooked there.The room is spacious and mostly clean, with a big bed. A nice breeze also blows through the room.Screens are also in place to protect you from Palawan's notorious mosquitoes. Since it's a budget hotel, there are not many frivolous amenities. There is wi-fi available, but it's only available at the lobby of the hotel. The stairs are a bit steep, especially if taken in the middle of the night. The hotel doesn't serve any meals, but it has an adjacent convenience store that sells some snacks and bottles of water. San Vicente itself cuts the power at midnight, and Picardal has no generator of its own. Over-all, it's a no frills budget hotel with a good location.

      Reviewed May 11, 2013

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      9.6
      Exceptional
      Cath from Philippines
      Couple
      Back Packers Room
      Stayed 1 night in April 2019

      BUDGET FRIENDLY (GOOD FOR BACKPACKER OR FAMILY)”

      This lodge is perfect for backpackers! Especially if you are looking for a nice and cheap lodge to stay. They have clean cozy room and cr. Veranda was a plus plus! It's perfectly located across the public market where there are 2 carenderias available for you to eat and I believe they closes at 6pm. For dinner you can go to the resto beside the lodge or you can drive 5 mins from the hotel and go to the food court. I believe the lodge itself only offers breakfast. Sadly, they don't offer free water. It's also around 10 mins drive to the long beach and 45 mins to bato ningning. Overall, it was a pleasant stay. Staffs were very accommodating. I highly recommend this lodge.

      Reviewed April 30, 2019

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      9.2
      Exceptional
      Cianne from Philippines
      Group
      Back Packers Room
      Stayed 1 night in December 2019

      Chill life!”

      Picardal Lodge's ambiance is very relaxing and is really giving off the chill vibes. The owner is very helpful and friendly and our stay have been wonderful. Worth it for the budget price and we even had our own private bathroom. Super recommended!

      Reviewed December 16, 2019

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      5.6
      Steve from United States
      Couple
      Stayed 1 night in January 2016

      Good for Budget Travelers”

      We needed a place to stay between our time in Langogan and Port Barton and Picardal Lodge was one of the more affordable places we could find on a short notice. The lodge is situated in San Vincente - home of the famous Long Beach. The town itself is very peaceful with an amazing town square where you can dine on local food. My wife and myself enjoyed a liter of Red Horse (by far the best beer we’ve had here in the Philippines) and an entire grilled Mackerel. Yes you have to be careful around the bones but the taste of a freshly caught fish coupled with a tasty beverage in the late afternoon was nothing short of paradise. And that is where paradise ended. Picardal Lodge looks very inviting from the outside. The staff are welcoming and friendly and answered any and all questions we had. The room we stayed in wasn't as welcoming I’m sad to say. The pipe from the water supply to the sink leaked constantly and created a puddle at the base of the toilet. The shower curtain and surrounding walls was home to some type of mold/mildew. Our outside door had an issue closing fully and resulted in an invasion of sorts. At night the light we had on in the room attracted a swarm of flying ants which I quickly dispatched using my wife’s sandal. After that it was lights out for good. The trifecta of the leaky pipe, moldy shower, and ant invasion was proverbial straw on the camel’s back which resulted in this less than positive review. The upside, Picardal Lodge is extremely affordable for budget travelers. Perhaps we had a bad room. An exception to the rule if you will. The wi-fi in the room was also the best we’ve encountered thus far on our journey in the Philippines. There is also an internet cafe and separate wi-fi signal in the lounge/reception area of the lodge. Staff are friendly and helpful and the town and Long Beach are chill and fun to visit. Cost: Budgeting? This place is for you. Better than a hostel but nothing to write home about. Accessi

      Reviewed February 10, 2016

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      8.0
      Excellent
      Stephanie from United States
      Solo traveler
      Stayed 2 nights in December 2015

      My San Vicente Preference”

      Price, cleanliness, location

      The hotel is directly across from the market with stalls where you can get a full meal for under 100 pesos. Walk from the mini van drop off point in 2 minutes. But it's at least 5km to long beach on a dusty, rocky road. A tricycle will cost you around 150 pesos 1 way. American breakfast was 120 pesos with instant coffee, eggs, toast, spam. Wifi wasn't the strongest, but worked every day. I stayed at a place 2x the price for my first couple nights, and I preferred Picardal.

      Reviewed December 14, 2015

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      9.2
      Exceptional
      Susan from Philippines
      Group
      Family Room
      Stayed 2 nights in February 2019

      Exceptional”

      A beautiful location: a very short walking distance from the van terminal & eateries by the bay.. Very convenient. Will stay on this lodging when we go back to beautiful San Vic. Staff and owners were also very helpful and accommodating.

      Reviewed April 07, 2019

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      8.4
      Excellent
      Benedict from Philippines
      Business traveler
      Back Packers Room
      Stayed 1 night in January 2020

      Value for money”

      Good place to stay for one night for early morning flight in San Vicente Airport. Excellent location, in the town poblacion and very near the airport. Not for luxury travellers, but excellent for backpackers.

      Reviewed February 08, 2020

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      9.2
      Exceptional
      Cecille from Philippines
      Group
      Stayed 1 night in June 2019

      Best Location”

      Best value for money. Near Van terminal. Will definitely book here next I visit San Vicente!

      Reviewed November 23, 2019

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      9.6
      Exceptional
      JING from China
      Solo traveler
      Stayed 1 night in July 2018

      Highly recommended hotel”

      Perfect staying place in San Vicente

      Reviewed July 11, 2018

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      6.3
      Good
      Stefano from Italy
      Couple
      Stayed 4 nights in December 2013

      Good value for a backpacker trip”

      Price, position, friendly staff

      Good value for an hotel in San Vicente. Rooms are simple and clean, beds hard as wood but I'd say it's a good deal for small budgets. If you want to arrange trips (island hopping) or transports (van, motorcycle) to El Nido or Puerto go to Peace & Love, dont ask there!

      Reviewed January 06, 2014

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      8.8
      Excellent
      Brett from Canada
      Couple
      Stayed 3 nights in December 2018

      Very nice hotel and staff.”

      From the minute we arrived we were offered check in even though 9am. I will definitely recommend this hotel to my friends. In fact today I gave very good reviews in person to 3 of my friends. We felt very welcome there. It is the type of place I would feel very comfortable leaving my kids and grandkids.

      Reviewed December 06, 2018

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      7.7
      Very good
      thomas from United Kingdom
      Solo traveler
      Stayed 5 nights in September 2012

      very nice hotel”

      good location for onward travel

      very nice hotel, the family that run the hotel are very nice people, the hotel is very good if you are on a budget particularly if you stay in a fan room, i thought the room was very good for the price i paid for 2 people, safe and secure and handy for local food options, overall a nice place to stay and good people to meet, wish them good luck for the future,

      Reviewed November 22, 2012

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      6.0
      Alex from United Kingdom
      Solo traveler
      Stayed 7 nights in January 2016

      Ok for one or two nights”

      Staff, size of the rooms, relaxed ambience

      Not a bad place to stay for one or two nights but probably not ideal for a longer stay. Price is more than reasonable though so if you are on a tighter budget this place is suitable. Francis and his family are lovely people who really made my stay enjoyable Stayed in the middle room on the top tier, good size room decorated in interesting shades of green with two single beds and own bathrom. Sadly the room wasnt that clean, previous occupants rubish still in bins, weird black dirt/dust around the sink and there were a lot of ants in the room which i kept at bay with bug spray - I didnt make an issue out of this though as ants seems to be a regular issue here. Bed was incredibly hard, picture a yoga mat in a wood frame - didnt bother me i slept like a baby but some might struggle! Wifi was patchy at best, worked ok first thing in the morning on the balcony but seemed to fizzle out by lunchtime. Long Beach is about a 15/20 minute walk away but there are plenty of bikes/trikes that will take you there, just watch out for the sand flies I got eaten alive. Very little options for food though so bear this in mind as San Vincente is a tiny place!

      Reviewed January 15, 2016

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      9.6
      Exceptional
      Lavelle from Philippines
      Couple
      Air Conditioning
      Stayed 1 night in July 2019

      Love our stay”

      The staff are accommodating and friendly. Our room has a functioning shower heater which is not common in most hotels. Well-maintained place

      Reviewed August 03, 2019

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      9.2
      Exceptional
      Kimberly from Philippines
      Solo traveler
      Stayed 1 night in March 2019

      Spacious and reasonable”

      The room is spacious at a very reasonable price. Will stay here again

      Reviewed March 05, 2019

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      9.6
      Exceptional
      Robin from Canada
      Solo traveler
      Stayed 3 nights in February 2019

      Very good value”

      Nice place... Only one negative point is the Hot Shower not powered in the fan Room.... Very disappointing...

      Reviewed February 13, 2019

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      5.0
      Elizabeth from United Kingdom
      Solo traveler
      Stayed 1 night in December 2012

      Good value accomodation”

      Great value

      the picardol had nice basic, clean rooms, however, the location was slightly misleading as the 'private beach' is actually several km away and the lodge looks over the bus terminal instead. i also found the reception slightly unhelpful - but if you are just looking for a cheap base to explore the surrounding area then this is a good choice.

      Reviewed January 10, 2013

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      7.7
      Very good
      denis from France
      Solo traveler
      Stayed 1 night in January 2012

      sympatique”

      charming family

      only one guest house in long beach but this one is not next to the sea it is in the village neat from market family the family is very charming for the price is really ok big room with fan you have 20 km without road to arrive not easy but if you want to find one of the long beach alone is here .

      Reviewed January 31, 2012

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      7.6
      Very good
      Katherine from Philippines
      Group
      Back Packers Room
      Stayed 3 nights in October 2019

      Very good”

      What was nice about the lodge is its close proximity to the market, the port and the church.

      Reviewed October 29, 2019

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