Highly Recommend. - Definitely worth every star. Everyone was super friendly, helpful and accommodating all around! Everything was clean, well organized and easy to navigate - they made it very easy with all... read more transportation to and from. The food and drinks were delicious - it was clear that they had put a lot of thought and effort into the development and infrastructure, and having the warm friendly spirits of the staff made it a truly relaxing and smooth experience. Would come back in a heartbeat and recommend to all!

  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

  AMAZING PLACE & STAFF - WOW just WOW, this little piece of paradise is an absolute must if you are in Coron, we booked for 6 nights relaxation at the end of our travels all... read more over Palawan, we jumped on the ferry over to Coron and were collected swiftly by minivan to be taken to our Boat transfer to the Island around 20 minutes, on approach we knew we had made the perfect decision to stay here, we were greeted by a group of staff singing the Welcome song, a lovely start, checked in with Welcome drink and swiftly shown to our lovely rooms, the food & drinks here are Fantastic, Cocktails made with fresh fruit and all meals were expertly cooked and presented, happy hour at the jetty bar 4/7pm for Sunset just perfect with a pitcher of freshly made Sangria, this place has a very good vibe very similar to Maldives and that is probably down to THE AMAZING staff in every department, they are just so joyful and happy in what they do, massage on the floating platform is a must, you will not regret staying here, you will not want to leave and will be eager to go back, Big shoutout to Jemery, Edward, Janice,Vanessa Jay Jay and all your colleagues too many to mention, we can't wait to come back. THANKYOU

  excellent diving address in Busuanga - The site and the bungalows are beautiful. Lovely staff. The restaurant offers a wide range of dishes. We did some great dives with the Dugong dive center.

  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.

  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.

  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.

  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

  wonderful and unforgettable experience - All the services were excellent, the staff was friendly, I felt like I was staying with family.

  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

  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!

  Amazing - Amazing place looks like paradise with very Nice people, good foods and amazing accommodations ! I clearly recommand this place