Reviews of La Vida Hostel
Manalo Street, 5300 Puerto Princesa, Philippines
#25 of 72 hotels in Puerto Princesa
Guests' ChoiceReview Score
Based on 56 hostel reviews
8.4Score breakdown
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Cleanliness
8.7
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Comfort
8.7
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Location
8.0
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Facilities
8.2
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Staff
9.3
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Value for money
8.7
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Reviewed: March 31, 2024
Kristine
Japan27 Reviews1 helpful vote8.0“Homey stay in Puerto Princesa”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
- nothing in particular
- cleanliness of the place - green and spacious - attentiveness of staff - friendliness of the owner
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: March 13, 2024
Charlotte
Singapore3 Reviews7.0“Recommend for budget traveling”- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 1 night
Noisy in the morning
Good value for money Very nice owner who arranged transportation for us
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: March 4, 2024
Joseph
United Kingdom15 Reviews7.0“Chill hostel”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Only 1 power point for the entire room and very hot at night
Common area is very nice and hostel owner very happy to help you
Stayed in February 2024
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Reviewed: March 4, 2024
Eileen
United Kingdom61 Reviews3 helpful votes8.0“Great location”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The bunk room was too crowded with ten people in a pretty small space sharing one bathroom with a flimsy door…
The rooftop terrace was great and I loved the hummus & flatbread. Tuna melt was good too. The host and staff were very friendly.
Stayed in February 2024
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Reviewed: October 22, 2023
Chelsy
United States of America5 Reviews1 helpful vote9.0Wonderful- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The staff were incredibly kind and helpful! They helped me book a tour and transfer to Port Barton. Facilities were clean and they have a nice area with hammocks and a tv to chill. Definitely recommend staying here!
Stayed in October 2023
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Reviewed: October 17, 2023
Thomas
Switzerland34 Reviews9.0“small, clean, great host and perso, perfect stay”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Classic Triple Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The host Reed is super nice and helps you with everything. It is not on a main road, so it’s much more calmer and also greener, but you still just walk a few minutes if you’re looking for bars or restaurants.
Stayed in October 2023
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Reviewed: September 16, 2023
Thoa
Vietnam1 review9.0Wonderful- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The bed
Breakfast is good. It is a bit far from the center
Stayed in September 2023
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Reviewed: August 14, 2023
Zackeriaz
Sweden5 Reviews9.0“Great hostel with a good location, sweet rooftop bar and a top notch owner”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
I got here during the low season so wasn’t too many people staying there, which created a calmer ambiance that was still appreciated
Great location. It’s not straight on rizal rd. but it’s close enough that it’s not even a far walk! Got an amazing rooftop bar which is a sweet spot for sunsets whenever you don’t have the energy to head down to the bay walk. Also want to mention that the owner is such a great guy, always saw to it if I had any questions or needs and great talks on top of that
Stayed in August 2023
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Reviewed: August 4, 2023
Ross
United Kingdom23 Reviews2 helpful votes8.0“Great accommodation. Highly rate”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
No individual plug sockets next to each bed
Really nice property and the food at the restaurant was great. The owner was also really friendly and made me feel welcome
Stayed in July 2023
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Reviewed: June 11, 2023
Lilian
Netherlands62 Reviews76 helpful votes8.0Very Good- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nothing
The owner Reed and his Staff Regina were so good for me. Even when my plans changed they were very flexible. The room was good and they have hot shower! They also helped me out with transfer to airport.
Stayed in June 2023
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Reviewed: June 6, 2023
Robin
France2 Reviews9.0Wonderful- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Really loved the common area with all the hamocks, such a chill place. The owner and manager were really nice with me and helped me to book my tours. I had a really great time a this place!
Stayed in June 2023
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Reviewed: June 3, 2023
Estelle
France34 Reviews3 helpful votes7.0Good- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The hostel opened recently so they are still fixing some things. The room is a little packed with 10 beds and only one bathroom/toilet.
The owner is a really nice and helpful person. I would recommand to go there if only for a night.. Not that confortable for a longer stay. Nice rooftop bar.
Stayed in June 2023
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Reviewed: May 23, 2023
Maayan
Israel21 Reviews3 helpful votes7.0“New hostel - There is a potential but still long way to go”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The owner is super nice and friendly, but the woman who run the place didn't smile to any of us even once. When you add all the rules of the place it doesn't feel like home... The place was brand new so very clean, I don't know how it will continue, cause they put 10 people in one small room, with no lockers, shelfs or hungers. They don't give towels or blankets, the sheet to cover is actually the same kind as you put on a matress, no soap in the toilet, and they charge for water and don't allow food from outside - so all in total you get the feeling that they take more than they give...
The common area is great, lots of humocks.
Stayed in May 2023
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Reviewed: May 10, 2023
Emily
United Kingdom20 Reviews9.0“Lovely stay”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nothing
Lovely hostel, set slightly away from the busier areas so you can relax in peace! My hosts were lovely and very helpful arranging tours and onward travel. Rooftop terrace is the best part. Great area to chill and have some food or drink of an evening.
Stayed in May 2023
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Reviewed: April 23, 2023
Tak
Philippines2 Reviews1 helpful vote7.0Good- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Classic Triple Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
No sink, no doormats, someone entered the room. Even the host shouldn't have to go inside just to turn off the aircon because of their concern about the electricity. No valuables missing but the fact that someone entered a private room which is pretty obvious "paid in full" is a hell of inconvenience.
Stayed in April 2023
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Reviewed: April 23, 2023
Marina
Canada22 Reviews3 helpful votes9.0“New Hostel”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
It's still so new, and things are being added to make it better!
This hostel is new, so obviously there are things that happen that need attending to in which i appreciate the owner trying to fix these problems right away. I think this hostel will be great once everything comes togetger. The food was delicious, and the vibes are really good here.
Stayed in April 2023
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Reviewed: March 2, 2024
Robyn
United Kingdom37 Reviews12 helpful votes4.0Disappointing- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Room was so hot and uncomfortable to sleep in, ac didn’t really help. I didn’t sleep well because of this. 10 people to 1 bathroom is chaos, I waited for over an hour to shower. Hostel is not near any restaurants or anything so have to get a tricycle if you want to go out for dinner.
It was clean
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: February 26, 2024
Blerina
Albania32 Reviews1 helpful vote10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Just lockers and the sockets
Its quite relaxing big garden to hang outside Like the terrace Feels safe and i would come back again
Stayed in February 2024
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Reviewed: February 8, 2024
Darren
United Kingdom35 Reviews10“Excellent stay at La Vida, highly recommend to any groups or especially solo travellers like me.”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 1 night
Breakfasts were very good! The burger is a must-try. The roof terrace is perfect to relax or socialize. Reed is a great host and a really fun, interesting guy. Tours were easy to organise and Reed also gave us tips on a good local motorbike loop for a day trip.
Stayed in February 2024
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Reviewed: January 17, 2024
Nicole
Australia15 Reviews3 helpful votes3.0“Puerto Princesa”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 1 night
The hostel is a 30 mins walk away from the main area. Didn't have a good exchange with the host regarding cancellations of a day tour. I ended up not staying the night just because of the tone of the conversation which was unpleasant, to say the least. Haven't had an experience like this in my 5 months of traveling. This was a shame as it was my first stop in the Philippines.
Stayed in January 2024
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Reviewed: January 12, 2024
Felix
Canada1 review10- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
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Reviewed: October 10, 2023
Renske
Netherlands24 Reviews1 helpful vote10“Amazing, social, relaxed. Just perfect.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Classic Triple Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
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I really recommend this hostel. The host is amazing, a great cook, social and very helpful. He even brought us to the airport himself. He had some great tips about what to do on Palawan, not just Puerto. He also has a lot of travel experience and brought the best elements of his trips back to this hostel. The common room is really chill and relaxed, where we spent most of the time.
Stayed in October 2023
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Reviewed: September 9, 2023
Camilo
United Arab Emirates9 Reviews1 helpful vote10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nothing, would be good to have where to plug your phone in the bed and maybe a locker.
Located in a quiet street, nice rooftop, Reese is a great host. Very comfotable place.
Stayed in September 2023
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Reviewed: September 5, 2023
Daniel
United Kingdom1 review10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
I can't imagine a better way to experience Puerto Princesa. The owner/host Reed went above and beyond all expectations. From airport pickup to having the room and bathroom spotlessly clean every day. He also offered me loads of information on the things to see in PP and is able to book tours and transportation cheaper than all of the other agencies. I would definitely choose La Vida again if I went back to Puerto Princesa.
Stayed in August 2023
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