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EXCELLENTTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Wow — one word to describe our experience at El Rio y Mar: unforgettable. From the moment we landed at the airport, everything was seamless. Our driver was already waiting for us, the transfer to the boat was smooth, and the welcome upon arrival made us feel instantly at home. The place itself is truly a slice of paradise. We stayed four nights in one of the villas, and honestly, everything was perfect. The photos speak for themselves, but being there in person is something else entirely. What made the experience even more special was the staff. Every single person we interacted with was incredibly kind, warm, and genuine. You don’t just receive great service — you actually build a real human connection with them. A heartfelt thank you to the amazing team: Vanessa, Chenith, Reymark, Jemery, Edward, Cris Santo And to the wonderful students: Robert, Joel, Melanie, Rizza Mae, and Jona As well as the owner, Menchie — thank you for creating such a special place. And to anyone we may have missed, please know you made our stay truly unforgettable. We also had the chance to go island hopping, visiting secluded beaches and snorkeling in crystal-clear waters. The weather was perfect, making the whole experience even more magical. (Also you need to do the hike at 5AM for sunrise!) The food was very good as well. Even though there’s only one restaurant on the island, they offer a variety of cuisines, so there’s always something new to enjoy. And the highlight? The happy hour location. Hands down, the best place I’ve ever had a drink. The setting is incredibly relaxing, the cocktails are excellent, and everything is very reasonably priced. Thank you again for an incredible four days — we’ll definitely recommend this place.Posted onTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Ein traumhaftes Resort mitten im Paradies. Uns hat es super gefallen. Die herzliche Begrüßung ist schon ein einzigartiges Erlebnis wir waren total gerührt. Das Personal ist immer freundlich und extrem engagiert und hilfsbereit. Der tolle Strand, das beeindruckende intakte Hausriff - einfach gesagt die komplette Anlage lässt keine Wünsche offen. Auch die Bar auf dem Steg ist ein Highlight besonders der Barkeeper Jemery macht dort einen phantastischen Job. Er ist nicht nur Barkeeper sondern ein großartiger Musikliebhaber wir hatten tolle Momente mit ihm. Wir würden jederzeit wieder kommen um ein paar Tage die volle Erholung zu genießen, denn dafür ist dieser Ort einfach perfekt!Posted onTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Ce resort est parfait. Les bungalows sont spacieux, avec salle de bain individuelle, terrasse, hamac et transat. Les plats proposés sont un peu trop copieux à notre goût ; nous aurions préféré moins de choix. Le petit déjeuner est correct, mais certains éléments, comme les œufs et le bacon, sont en supplément… allez comprendre ! Les cocktails sont excellents, à savourer dans un petit espace chill au bout du ponton de l’hôtel. Les couchers de soleil y sont magnifiques. Le personnel est très agréable et souriant. La plage est agréable et les fonds marins permettent de profiter pleinement de la baignade autour de l’hôtel. On recommande également le centre de plongée Diven Dugong, qui propose des excursions à un tarif très attractif.Posted onTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Lieu exceptionnel Personnel aux petits soins A refaire Séjour inoubliablePosted onTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Une excellente adresse pour plonger au nord de Busuanga (Coron) El Rio y mar resort et le centre de plongee Dugong dive center. Nous avons adoré notre sejour ici dans ce superbe hotel ou tout le monde est adorable et nous avons fait de belles plongées avec un dugong pas farouche car très protégé, une belle épave et de beaux récitsPosted onTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I can’t say enough good things about my experience here. The food was delicious and there was a huge menu, including a full page of vegan/vegetarian friendly options. The staff were so unbelievably helpful and kind, even if they weren’t working at specific place at resort, they would still help you find the answer to any question you had. You are located a ways away from the hustle and bustle but it was so nice! Serene. Peaceful. Not swarming with influencers or people hassling you. Would absolutely come here again. For divers out there, this shop is amazing, they even checked to make sure I had ordered my lunch for the boat day. Guides were so kind and patient with the photographers wanting to spend 45min at one spot.Posted onTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. My wife and I had the best stay at El Rio y Mar! It's beautiful, quiet, the staff is fantastic, the food is great (particularly the breakfast), the daily happy hour was a perfect way to watch the sunset and meet other guests - our three nights was entirely too short. As others have said, they welcome you with a song and drinks the moment you get off the boat, which was just the beginning of what we felt like was personalized service the entire time - the staff really goes out of their way to help you feel welcomed. After getting to know a few of them, we discovered that the staff largely consisted of a small army of students that are working towards their degree in hospitality, all eager to be as helpful as possible; all of them were so welcoming and kind. It's a brilliant business model, honestly. They paid attention to personalized details really well. Whether it was making sure to be on time getting our luggage early in the morning the day we left, or following up with us about tour reservations, or packing a to-go breakfast, we felt well-taken care of. Transfer to and from the airport was perfect. Accommodations were more than adequate; the cabins were well-maintained, the AC provided a nice relief from the heat, they always made sure to refill water bottles in the room and had so many nice touches that helped make the accommodations feel next-level. The food selection was plenty broad and reasonably priced for a resort. During dinner every night, 2 guys with guitars walked from table to table taking requests and were amazing! It was such a fun touch to the atmosphere. As for the snorkeling, I'd say the house reef was at the level of a "nice bonus". There are reefs in the area with more color, for sure, but my wife and I enjoyed it - to us it was worth seeing. Again, the staff was super helpful with the gear. For better snorkeling, we did the Coron island tour and also can't recommend that enough. We were "stuck" paying the private tour price as nobody else from the resort wanted to go the day we went, but it was 100% worth it. The lagoons of Coron are beautiful, the snorkeling is amazing, and the lunch our guides pulled together on the boat with the fish we picked up from the market on the way down was unreal. There were some logistics involved for the boat->van->boat and back transfers but, again, the staff made sure if was all seamless and it's a pretty drive. We felt like we were taking a chance on it since we didn't know anybody who'd ever been there when we booked it, but it really is a gem of a resort. Thank you to all the amazing staff, our stay was amazing.Posted onTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Un séjour magique : lieu incroyable, chambre parfaite, (même pour 3), staff d’une gentillesse et d’un professionnalisme hors pair, bref, calme, luxe et volupté ! L’escale de choix a Coron
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Magic - Real experience at El Rio y Mar Resort.
Warm welcome with all the staff for a little welcome song.
The place is magical, luxurious and so quiet.. we... read more took a private boat to arrive at the hotel, which takes us even further. The hotel’s private beach is amazing right in the mountains. Everything is there to have a great time. Full and luxurious room space, private beach, swimming pool, restaurant with diversified meals, spa with water massages (magic, massages are really gifted), dives and snorkelling, kayak and paddle available as well as games room and TV/book room.
If you can afford to treat yourself, this is the perfect place! Everything's worth it.
I thank graciously all the staff who were present from beginning to end, with little care for our weekend at home. Hoping to see them again if we return to the Philippines next time!
Salamat po!
Ines and Marvin
Inès H
March 1, 2026 Best stay in Palawan - We stayed at this beautiful hotel for three days and wish we had booked longer. Already on arrival we were warmly welcomed with guitar and vocals. The complex is fantastic... read more and reminiscent of the Maldives. The water is super clear and the beach as white as you could wish for. The kindness of all the staff, the food, the “goodies” like a T-shirt as a gift in the room, let us enjoy by far the best stay in 3 weeks Palawan.
The diving school next door is top and offers great diving. The dugong sighting was breathtaking.
We thank you for a great stay and can highly recommend the resort.
PS: The floating spa is great for massages. 
Reto
February 1, 2026 A place we will definitely return to. - We had a wonderful stay at El Rio y Mar Resort.
Arriving by boat makes it feel truly unique from the very start – no traffic, no noise, just... read more peace and nature. It’s incredibly relaxing and wonderfully quiet.
The welcome was fabulous, made even more special by the staff singing as we arrived. That warmth continued throughout our stay. The team were excellent – attentive, friendly, and always smiling. Our accommodation was comfortable and well maintained, and there was a great choice of food each day, all served with superb service.
Saying goodbye was just as memorable, with a beautiful singing send-off as we departed by boat.
A very special place and a real escape. We’d happily return. 
Jane T
February 1, 2026 - Total decompression - We just stayed 4 nights in a bungalow (8).
What to say except exceptional. From arrival at the airport, we come to pick you up, then transfer by boat... read more with snack and water. On arrival, welcome to music with the team.
Our wooden bungalow with sea view, quiet, and complete in comfort.
Very respectful and pleasant staff.
Excellent and cheap meals as well as drinks.
Ready masks and kayak. Nice massage.
View also monkeys, as well as beautiful fish and corals
Top with extra charge take the seaplane and fly over the area for 1 hour.
The only downside, not staying any longer.
Thank you for this moment. 
tofserge
February 1, 2026 What a beautiful, peaceful oasis… - We are so glad we spent a few days at El Rio Y Mar after our three-day boat tour. The setting is absolutely unique, with mangroves as your backyard and... read more a coral reef basically as your front yard. It’s incredible that you can simply walk out and have a fantastic snorkeling experience.
Our sea-view cabin had everything we needed: air conditioning, hot water, and a very comfortable bed.
What truly sets El Rio Y Mar apart, though, is the level of service. Each and every person working at the resort is competent, friendly, and genuinely supportive. A special shout-out to Eric!
A minor downside is that the food in the restaurant could use a bit of an upgrade. Breakfast, however, is delicious, with fresh pancakes, fruit, and loose-leaf green tea.
The resort offers many facilities. We enjoyed a massage in the floating cabin while watching fish swim beneath us. We also played pool, and there is gym equipment, SUP boards to borrow, and more.
The welcome and departure by boat totally give White Lotus vibes. I was genuinely sad to leave this piece of paradise behind 
NicoJa
February 1, 2026 wonderful and unforgettable experience - All the services were excellent, the staff was friendly, I felt like I was staying with family. 
Stefano M
January 1, 2026 - Best Value Hotels in Coron/Busuanga - Already on arrival you will be welcomed very warmly and singing.
The whole staff is incredibly helpful and accommodating. The rooms are very spacious and clean! The whole hotel... read more complex is very well maintained and even more beautiful than in the pictures.
The restaurant offers a very wide selection and the quality of the food is very good!
The Dugong Diving School was one of the best we could experience in the Philippines. Very good equipment and very experienced staff! Everything went smoothly, very serious but also humorous. They were wonderful diving experiences!
We could dive the Apo Reef with them that was a unique experience!
It was great!Thank you! We would love to come back!! Dalia & Sascha 
Damey
January 1, 2026 Better than 5 points - This was by far the best accommodation we had ever booked in the Philippines. The beauty of the resort is not revealed in the photos of the homepage. A super... read more infinity pool plus a second at the integrated dive center.
The food is great, it was always clean everywhere.
To respond to negative reviews:
- there are more loungers than could theoretically be needed.
- the prices for food and drinks are higher than on the street. But you have to see the high quality and that they have to get everything to the resort first.
- the staff was always very friendly and helpful and competent! 
Mathias E
January 1, 2026 Amazing - Amazing place looks like paradise with very Nice people, good foods and amazing accommodations ! I clearly recommand this place 
Estelle T
January 1, 2026 - Great Customer Service - The breakfast is amazing. - This resort have a very great customer service upon arrival. The front desk staff named Olivia is amazing and she cater to all our needs and just very attentive and... read more she communicates very well.
The Dugoong dive Center is one of the best dive centers that I have used and interacted with Mr Mario takes great videos and they will send them to you for free. Also the Dive master named Chris really attended to your needs as a diver you want him as your dive master he shows his things I’ve never seen specially the small creatures and lots of nudibranchs. He is very patient and communicates very well. You are safe with him underwater.
About the restaurant, I think her name is Joicel- she is one of the most attentive servers !!! She is great and she got it all down she knows our table. She knows the drinks. She knows the food that you like and I had unlimited mangoes for breakfast. It was amazing. She has great customer service. Also the Bartender, Edward and Jay Jay they are very good in making drinks and filling our cup with more drinks. Happy hour is the best you need to go there for happy hour too after Diving.
If you want a Tour Guide on island hopping in twin lagoon I think his name is Andrew not sure but our guide is great !! Sorry I can’t remember his name.
He took care of my mother and help her suing between the twin lagoons and back to the boat. He was great. He was very nice !!!
I spoke when the manager covering Menchie and gave her some feedback of the front desk person that was new and also about the on the job training students. Otherwise everything in the resort is amazing.
Do not forget to snorkel or scuba dive under the bar because there are lots and lots of fishes Schools of jackfish and it is alive.
Last but not least the manager of the resort named Menchie is amazing. She knows how to take care of her guest even the little details and she was very easy to talk to. I will go back to this resort again and I’m giving it five stars except for my last night which I already gave feedback to the covering manager, cause Menchie was not around. 
Richard B
January 1, 2026 Perfect honeymoon or couples laidback destination - Perfect honeymoon destination!!! Literally beachfront! Primary activities are pool and beach. Very laidback location. If you need calm and quiet, this is for you! Snorkeling is very close with plenty... read more of fish. The staff all goes above and beyond! The grounds are maintained so well. Extremely helpful and friendly. Most all spoke English. Would highly recommend! 
Wendy D
January 1, 2026 A little air of paradise - There is not much to write about this property
The location is fantastic with a fine sandy beach.
At the exit of the airport, a van is waiting... read more for us to take us to a small port from which a typical boat leaves.
At the exit of the inlet, we discover the hotel.
No sooner have we docked, than the hotel greets us with a song.
The rooms overlook the beach and are extremely comfortable.
Perfect cuisine, both local and international dishes.
The hotel offers island hopping on a private tour at a competitive rate. One could surely find cheaper in Coron, but in our case, the pick-up was from the hotel, and the cooked meal sir the boat was unsucculent, but gargantuan.
Special mention for the staff always smiling and caring.
Good job.
And thank you❤️ 
Gorini Franck
January 1, 2026
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