Where to sleep on Siargao Island?
The Westin Manila
Before joining the island of Siargao or leaving it, a visit to the capital of the Philippines is essential.
In the heart of the Central Business District, the brand new Marriott hotel is an ideal base.
Its elegant and ultra-comfortable rooms are scattered throughout a skyscraper with a panoramic rooftop which will open a tapas bar at the end of 2023.
From €19.50 per night, breakfast included.
Such.
: +63 282 562 020.
Siago
Siago, an adorable nine-room resort.
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In the heart of General Luna, the lively surfing capital of Siargao, lies a gem.
Located on the beach, this establishment is an adorable nine-room resort designed by Kris and Maite, a Filipino-American couple, dreaming of a small hotel with their feet in the water.
Influenced by their travels to the Yucatán, they wanted to transpose Caribbean nonchalance to Siargao.
The restaurant's beautiful machuca flooring, with Art Deco geometric patterns, is typically Filipino, while the cushions and baskets in the rooms are reminiscent of Mexican style.
The restaurant room opening onto the beach is a fantastic place to live.
From €183 per night, breakfast included for two people.
Such.
: +63 917 590 9315.
Nay Palad Hideaway
The Nay Palad Hideaway.
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South of General Luna, on an isolated plot of 4 hectares between sea and mangrove, Nay Palad embodies a certain idea of paradise.
Opened in 2012, this resort of ten traditionally inspired wooden villas has a profusion of exclusive outdoor spaces, fitted out with custom-made Dedon furniture, scattered in perched cabins on the beach… Clinging to coconut trees, the Nestrest , swinging nests, have been designed for taking a nap facing the lagoon, caressed by the breeze... Every detail has been studied to make the stay unforgettable, from the activities offered (a very beautiful spa in particular), to the refined cuisine, including sustainability efforts to ban plastic, protect ecosystems and help residents.
From €820 per person, on a double basis, full board, including all activities at will.
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(00 63 917 701 78 40)
Our good restaurants
Siago
Restaurant Siago Cyrille George Jerusalmi for Le Figaro Magazine
In Siargao, everything happens on the main road of General Luna.
The Siago
restaurant
offers a beautiful culinary experience based on recipes inspired by South America and the Philippines, imagined by the talented chef Hanna Sanchez.
The cocktail menu is also remarkable.
Around €30 per person for a meal.
Ceviche & Kinilaw Shack
The Ceviche & Kinilaw Shack.
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Heading towards Cloud Nine, Ceviche & Kinilaw Shack, aka CEV, is a pretty hut with Art Deco details.
Its owner and chef, David Del Rosario, revisits the art of kinilaw, a tasty Filipino variation of fish ceviche marinated in a mixture of coconut vinegar and spices.
Open from 12 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Around €10 per meal.
Coco Frio
Coco Frío, small wooden, yellow and turquoise shop in the heart of the village.
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With its countless coconut trees, Siargao is full of nuts.
At Coco Frío, a small wooden, yellow and turquoise shop in the heart of the village, you can drink ultra-fresh coconut milk, iced, mixed, plain... There is something for everyone, served with a big smile.
Between €1 and €3 per drink.
Coffee Stroll
Coffee Stroll.
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Long a competitor of Brazil, the Philippines has a fine tradition of gourmet coffees.
At Coffee Stroll
(0917 422 4778)
, another designer hut on the main road, you can only find coffees roasted in the Philippines prepared according to the rules of the art.
Around €1.
Have to do
Kanaway Surf School
The Kanaway Surf School.
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Take a surf lesson with Mang Carding or Nemia at Kanaway Surf School
(0918 643 0285)
.
Around €10 per hour.
Sugba Lagoon
The spectacular Sugba lagoon to the west of Siargao, between jungle and emerald pools.
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Discover the incredible Sugba Lagoon from the port of Del Carmen to the west of Siargao (allow 45 minutes by scooter from General Luna).
Around €50 for the privatization of a canoe for 6 people.
Hope School of Life
Hope School of Life.
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Visit Espoir School of Life in the village of Lobogon to discover the remarkable work carried out by the association.
Children's joy is contagious!
Donations possible via the antenna in France.
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