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The Circle Hostel Baler
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The Circle Hostel Baler
The Circle Hostel Baler
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8.6

Excellent

111 reviews

111 reviews

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8.8

Excellent

Location rating score

Excellent location - 50 meters to the beach
Parking
FREE
Nearby landmarks
Sabang Beach 50 m
Duongan bridge 520 m
Museum de Baler 640 m
Quezon Memorial Park 660 m
Baler Catholic Church 700 m
Gresan 740 m
Generika Drugstore 770 m
Mercury Drug 820 m
Secret Spot 1.2 km
Baler Bay 1.2 km

The Circle Hostel Baler

Buton Street, Buhangin, Baler, Philippines, 3200 - See map

Get your trip off to a great start with a stay at this property, which offers car park free of charge. Conveniently situated in the Buhangin part of Baler, this property puts you close to attractions and interesting dining options.

Highlights

Top Value

50 meters to the beach

Breakfast [free]

Daily housekeeping

Smoking area

Facilities

Car park

BBQ facilities

Luggage storage

Breakfast [free]

Smoking area

Shared kitchen

Daily housekeeping

Dog-friendly

Your dates are popular among travelersUsers are booking a place in Baler every 37 minutes on Agoda.com
Value for money9.0
Location rating8.8

Rooms available at The Circle Hostel Baler

Very good
Room comfort & quality

8

Buddy Room
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  • Room size: 12 m²/129 ft²
  • Nature view
  • 1 bunk bed
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Mixed Dorm
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  • Room size: 12 m²/129 ft²
  • Non-smoking
  • 1 bunk bed
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Female Dorm
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  • Room size: 12 m²/129 ft²
  • Non-smoking
  • 1 bunk bed
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Cuddle Room
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  • Room size: 12 m²/129 ft²
  • Nature view
  • 1 double bed
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Hammock with Built in Mosquito Net
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  • Room size: 8 m²/86 ft²
  • Non-smoking
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Room Assigned on Arrival
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    Frequently asked questions

    What time is check-in and check-out at The Circle Hostel Baler?

    Check-in is from 01:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM. You may request early check-in or late check-out during booking, subject to availability. Guests checking in or out before or after the designated periods may be charged an additional fee. The hostel offers luggage storage to guests for before check-in and after check-out.

    How do I get to The Circle Hostel Baler?

    For those who wish to drive their own cars, The Circle Hostel Baler has a car park right on site for maximum convenience. Parking is free for guests.

    What is the smoking policy at The Circle Hostel Baler?

    The Circle Hostel Baler does permit smoking in some areas and is not 100% smoke-free.

    What restaurants are nearby The Circle Hostel Baler?

    Restaurants including Gerry Shan's Place, Goldilocks and Uhuru Bar are popular in The Circle Hostel Baler’s neighborhood which is known as Buhangin.

    What are popular attractions near The Circle Hostel Baler?

    Guests at The Circle Hostel Baler can easily visit Museum de Baler, Quezon Memorial Park and Baler Municipal Park located in the Buhangin area.

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    What people love about The Circle Hostel Baler

    • 8

      Very good

      "I have been coming here since February this year and this is the perfect place to meet new friends, chill, and just have a good time."

      Kael

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      December 30, 2019

    • 10

      Exceptional

      "Amazing for some relaxed days in baler."

      Julia

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      November 9, 2019

    • 10

      Exceptional

      "Super cool place!"

      Sofia

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      November 3, 2019

    Property ranking|Compared to 77 Baler properties
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    Room comfort score
    8/10
    Value for money score
    9/10
    Service score
    9/10
    Location score
    8.8/10
    Better than
    94
    %
    of Baler properties
    Better than
    92
    %
    of Baler properties
    Better than
    84
    %
    of Baler properties
    Better than
    82
    %
    of Baler properties
    Overall rating:

    8.6

    Excellent
    111 reviews
    Cleanliness
    8.1
    Facilities
    7.9
    Location
    8.8
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    More about The Circle Hostel Baler

    More about The Circle Hostel Baler

    The Circle Hostel Baler

    Take advantage of a wealth of unrivaled services and amenities at The Circle Hostel Baler. If you plan to arrive by car, you'll appreciate the hostel's free parking, right on-site. Front desk services including luggage storage can assist with your needs. For lazy days and nights, in-room conveniences like daily housekeeping let you make the most of your room.
    Smoking is limited to designated areas only, for the health and well-being of all guests and staff.
    Each guestroom at The Circle Hostel Baler is furnished and equipped with handy amenities. Some rooms at The Circle Hostel Baler include special design features like a balcony or terrace.


    Dining and things to do

    Nothing starts a morning better than a delicious free breakfast, which you'll always enjoy at The Circle Hostel Baler. Guests who prefer to make their own meals will love the in-house BBQ facilities and shared kitchen available here.
    The Circle Hostel Baler offers an excellent variety of recreational facilities. Get wet in the best way on sunny days by joining water-world activities like non-motorized water sports. Have fun with your friends or family, or even meet new people at the shared lounge and TV area.


    Reasons to stay here

    This hostel beats 92% of accommodations in the city on value for money.
    Know you'll get excellent dining options here, where past guests have rated onsite or nearby dining above 96% of the city's accommodation.
    It's hard to beat the room comfort here, which is rated higher than 93% of other accommodations in Baler.

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    Amenities and facilities

    Very good
    Facilities

    7.9

    Most talked about facilities

    Beach

    5 mentions

    Internet

    4 mentions

    Breakfast

    2 mentions

    Housekeeping

    1 mention

    Languages spoken
    • English
    • Filipino
    Internet access
    • Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!
    Things to do, ways to relax
    • Water sports (non-motorized)
    Dining, drinking, and snacking
    • BBQ facilities
    • Breakfast [free]
    • Shared kitchen
    Services and conveniences
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Elevator
    • Luggage storage
    • Smoking area
    Access
    • Dog-friendly
    • Pets allowed
    Getting around
    • Car park [free of charge]
    • Car park [on-site]
    Available in all rooms
    • Free bottled water
    • Kitchenette
    • Kitchenware
    • Non-smoking
    • Shared bathroom
    • Shower

    Location

    Buton Street, Buhangin, Baler, Philippines, 3200
    Excellent
    Location

    8.8

    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 0-5 year(s)
    Stay for free if using existing bedding.
    Baby cot/crib may be requested directly from the property.
    Children 6-7 year(s)
    Must use an extra bed
    If you need an extra bed, it will incur an additional charge.
    Guests 8 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-in from13:00
    • Check-out until12:00
    • Reception open until18:00
    The property
    • Number of bars/lounges0
    • Number of floors2
    • Number of restaurants0
    • Number of rooms 20
    • Year property opened2015
    • Most recent renovation0

    Reviews of The Circle Hostel Baler from real guests

    Provided by verified guests of Agoda
    8.6
    /
    10
    Cleanliness8.1
    Facilities7.9
    Location8.8
    Room comfort and quality8.0
    Service9.0
    Value for money9.0
    High score for Baler
    Rating
    9+ Exceptional (18)
    8-9 Excellent (16)
    7-8 Very Good (11)
    6-7 Good (0)
    <6 Below Expectation (4)
    Time of the year
    Mar - May (11)
    Jun - Aug (13)
    Sep - Nov (10)
    Dec - Feb (15)

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    10.0
    Exceptional
    Likao from China
    Solo traveler
    Mixed Dorm
    Stayed 6 nights in December 2018

    Shower with warm water, and share stories with people from all over the world ”

    It's more than a place just for sleep. I met people from all over the world, Philippines, France, Englan, Switzerland and so on. We share our stories, traditions, cultures and passions. It's my first time abroad, and people there show me the right way to travele: be open for different ideas, and sharing everything you get. By the way, they get another Cicle Hostel near San Juan beach, I transfered to that one after two days because there was a storm in Baler.

    Reviewed January 06, 2019

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    10.0
    Exceptional
    Julia from Germany
    Couple
    Cuddle Room
    Stayed 1 night in November 2019

    chilled hostel”

    amazing for some relaxed days in baler. Close to a coupe of restaurant, the beach. Nice vibe!

    Reviewed November 09, 2019

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    10.0
    Exceptional
    angelica from Philippines
    Group
    Mixed Dorm
    Stayed 1 night in June 2019

    LOVE IT! ”

    First timers in baler but not the last!!!!

    Reviewed June 04, 2019

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    10.0
    Exceptional
    Sofia from Philippines
    Solo traveler
    Female Dorm
    Stayed 1 night in October 2019

    Exceptional”

    Super cool place! I'll definitely go back! :)

    Reviewed November 03, 2019

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    9.2
    Exceptional
    Ann from Philippines
    Group
    Mixed Dorm
    Stayed 1 night in April 2019

    Near the surfing spot”

    We booked here because I find it amusing how eco friendly this hostel is. I would definitely come back here and recommend this to friends. We booked surfing lessons in this place too.

    Reviewed June 20, 2019

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    8.4
    Excellent
    Ferdinand from Philippines
    Solo traveler
    Mixed Dorm
    Stayed 2 nights in August 2019

    Great value, nice feel, good location”

    surf-verse feel and very modest yet homey accommodation. I f yo do not have issues with common bath (kept very clean by the way) this place is cool. It has unpretentiously nice spaces to laze about. Dont expect breakfast, they only serve banana and peanut butter sandwich with coffee and Im defintiely fine with that. And really super affordable.

    Reviewed August 25, 2019

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    8.8
    Excellent
    Elyssa from Philippines
    Solo traveler
    Female Dorm
    Stayed 2 nights in January 2019

    I love the breakfast!”

    The common room is a very good place to chill. I just hope the staff would tell other customers to tone down their voices when its quiet time already. Other than that, i loved it ♥️

    Reviewed March 06, 2019

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    8.0
    Excellent
    Kael from Philippines
    Solo traveler
    Mixed Dorm
    Stayed 5 nights in December 2019

    My home away from the city”

    I have been coming here since February this year and this is the perfect place to meet new friends, chill, and just have a good time. I spent my birthday and Christmas here and it was a blast, felt like family. Definitely recommend for those who want great company. The Circle hostel has become my staple homestay when I want to surf in baler.

    Reviewed December 30, 2019

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    8.4
    Excellent
    Shirwin
    Couple
    Buddy Room
    Stayed 2 nights in April 2019

    couple”

    i dont know if they have free internet, we do not asked. they didnt offer also upon check in

    Reviewed May 02, 2019

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    7.2
    Very good
    PJ from Philippines
    Solo traveler
    Mixed Dorm
    Stayed 2 nights in November 2018

    Community Vibe is 🔥”

    It is my second time to stay at their place, and as always it does not disappoint. You'll get what you pay for + they do have some events that you should join! They also host regular beach clean up. :)

    Reviewed January 04, 2019

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    7.2
    Very good
    Kamille from Philippines
    Solo traveler
    Mixed Dorm
    Stayed 1 night in January 2019

    Very good”

    The location is good.

    Reviewed January 29, 2019

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    4.8
    Jeremiah from Philippines
    Group
    Cuddle Room
    Stayed 2 nights in June 2019

    Poor Customer Service”

    The place is generally ideal for those who will spend most of their time exploring the island. Total sum of our cash deposits were not returned upon checkout. The front office staff has varying statements about it which are very misleading so we just gave up. Front yard of our room was filled with smelly dog poops.

    Reviewed June 17, 2019

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    2.4
    Maridel from Philippines
    Couple
    Cuddle Room
    Stayed 2 nights in November 2019

    Messy place and unfriendly staff”

    Check in time is 2pm, we arrived 6-7pm and our room is not yet fixed. They say its not avail or no avail room. We're the one who fixed the bed with 100php deposit for bed and pillow cover. A hostel with so many rules. Cant do this, cant do that but the hostel is so messy and smells cigar. Not value for your money! Pics also deceiving.

    Reviewed December 09, 2019

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    10.0
    Exceptional
    Maria from Philippines
    Couple
    Mixed Dorm
    Stayed 2 nights in August 2015

    value for money”

    the place will give you the feeling of not wanting to go back to manila. that 2nights stay gave me the best vacation-feels i could ever have. i don't know if it was meant to be, but during our stay the place was less crowded due to an upcoming typhoon which made the people cancel their bookings. and unfortunately, there was really no typhoon, rain or whatsoever. it was just all windy on the first day, so we did an enjoyable hostel bumming and siesta which is equivalently worthit with going out to the beach. then the next day was a perfect weather and goodwaves so we're able to surf as well and roam around the foodhouses! the hostel is just across the beach, a few walks that i promise wouldn't even matter. it was actually good because you're far from the maincrowd of the beachfront. the hotel staff are great, as well as little dindin the cute sunshine smiling kid. the hostel is very clean and well maintained even the cr. there's no power socket on the rooms so you dont have a choice but to charge in the common area and get along with others if you really wanted a power on your battery haha and i think that was the brightest idea ever in this hostel. if you want to cook, everything you need is in their kitchen. one last thing that made circle hostels unique is that you get the chance to create, leave an art or a message for everyone to see :]

    Reviewed April 26, 2016

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    8.4
    Excellent
    Kathleya from Philippines
    Solo traveler
    Hammock with Built in Mosquito Net
    Stayed 2 nights in August 2018

    Excellent”

    Booking was a breeze! It's my first time to stay in a hostel in PH so I went to the extreme and booked for a hammock accomodation. The Circle Baler didn't disappoint. I was welcomed to stay at the common area even if I arrived way earlier than check-in time. Mokong's hospitality and service was exceptional. He made sure everyone feel safe and at home and having a grand time. He generously gave us papaya when he learned it's our fave! In terms of facilities, it can get hot at the hammock area but electric fans are readily available and you can actually chill upstairs too where it is more breezy. Toilet and shower area is expectedly clean and water is always available. Kitchen area needs a little tidying with help from guests who use it (yep, you can cook and share). Overall, I'd always come back to Baler for this hostel and the waves.

    Reviewed September 01, 2018

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    8.4
    Excellent
    Jonah from Philippines
    Solo traveler
    Mixed Dorm
    Stayed 2 nights in January 2018

    Friendliest Hostel in Town”

    The Circle Hostel in Baler is a great place to stay for backpackers, especially for those looking for a place to crash while on a surf trip. It's just a few steps away from the Sabang Beach break so it's very convenient especially for that early morning surf session. The place has a very chill vibe and prides itself for its sustainable efforts (including plastic bottle recycling). There's a good selection of accommodations from hammocks, shared rooms, and the usual bedroom for those who want more privacy. Food can use some variety but there are nearby places to eat so it isn't much of an inconvenience. It's great for solo travelers because the staff and the people who regularly stay here are very friendly. Expect non-stop drinking every night and new friends on your stay!

    Reviewed May 09, 2018

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    9.6
    Exceptional
    Kazuhiro from Japan
    Solo traveler
    Cuddle Room
    Stayed 2 nights in December 2016

    Home away from Home”

    youve got it all there, the Super Cool Local Surfer instructor Dudes ov Baler, rental boards, making friends and being part of the warm friendly vibes of the Baler Circle family chill careful, nobody there, you will you let you feel lonely :-) wish they had Wifi but, i think just fixed the phone, pretty sure there up to it soon there are a bunch a cafes and bars reell close that hav Wifi close by anyway . Cheers Tagay

    Reviewed January 10, 2017

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    10.0
    Exceptional
    Alinta from Australia
    Solo traveler
    Female Dorm
    Stayed 3 nights in August 2017

    Fun trip in a fun place”

    This is my second time at Circle Hostel Baler, and it's always a great time. Everybody is incredibly social and welcoming and you instantly make friends here. Mix with foreigners and locals alike and join the party!

    Reviewed August 29, 2017

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    8.8
    Excellent
    Charito from Philippines
    Couple
    Buddy Room
    Stayed 3 nights in April 2018

    Bucklist-worthy experience”

    Yes it’s worth putting this Hostel in your travel bucketlist. Perfect chillin place. Cool & super friendly staff and crowd. Great ambiance. 3-5min walk to the beach. No power plugs in the rooms, it’s all in the common area, which is a perfect place to chill. Toilet and showers are fairly clean but bring your own toiletries. Free drinking water in the pantry, you can cook your own food if you don’t want to go out. Stove use has a fee of Php50. Free coffee, bread and fruit every morning. My bestfriend and I stayed for 3 nights and It’s worth every penny. We booked the buddy room with 1 bunk bed inside. There are other cheaper options like co-ed dorms and hammocks. We did some tours as well. Baler Full day tour is Php800.00 PER TOUR, regardless of how many pax are in the group. Side note: Be careful walking along Buton street with phone in hand & screen light on. Always walk with/in a group. I almost lost my phone to a “riding in tandem”. Thank god for mobile phone ring.

    Reviewed April 11, 2018

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    10.0
    Exceptional
    Katrine from Philippines
    Couple
    Cuddle Room
    Stayed 1 night in July 2017

    1st in Baler”

    The people are so welcoming. Ate Viah and Kuya Onyo never failed to answer all our queries. The other guests are also kind and very chill which really made the place a good vibe. The place is nice. Every space is instagrammable. The colorful designs made it so beautiful and entertaining at the same time. We have no bad exprience on our stay and we're looking forward to visit again soon. We also want to try the other Circle Hostel in La Union and Zambales. It's nice to be part of the circle. :)

    Reviewed July 17, 2017

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