About 2 hours from Manila, this is off the beaten track for many foreign tourists. Getting there requires a car and when you arrive you walk through what feels like people's gardens to reach the hotel. It's fun. It's a family run business and they looked after us really well for two nights. Got one on one diving with Padoy for the first day and went out on group boat the other. The hotel is basic but clean. Wifi was good enough for a call minus using video. Cellphone signal a bit choppy. Hotel has gorgeous views and great place to watch sunset. This is a great place if you want peace and quiet. We had it to ourselves the first night and could just chill on the huge communal balconies with a snack and a drink. Diving was well priced and the team did a great job setting all the gear up. Padoy was nice to chat to and we'd feel comfortable going back. Excellent diving nearby, especially Sombrero Island

No card machine provided. I had prepaid the booking but had to scrape together enough cash to pay for all our food and drink and diving. Was a bit of a pain as Philippine cash points have a very low withdrawal limit.

Relaxing, welcoming, and peaceful. That is how I can sum up my experience in this place. I was able to find the rest and retreat that my mind was looking for. The room and food are great.This is not the usual fancy resort with too many amenities inside the room type, but I won't be able to put a price tag on the experience that I had at PamAnilao and Padoy's Dive Camp. Here, I felt safe and well taken care of during my stay. I was not alone in my solo trip because of the staff. They are warm, friendly, courteous and attentive to all guests. And last but not the least, I am grateful beyond words to SDI Dive Master/Instructor Padoy who gave me an unforgettable Introdive experience

I was given a room closest to the dive shop which was super convenient. :) I was allowed to work peacefully at the dining area in spite of a gathering (which was infectious and very festive) and they’re quite respectful of allowing a solo guest like me their privacy to do my own thing during my stay. Michelle is a very caring host, so is Kuya Padoy—who will schedule dives reasonably according to guest preference, as long as his dive masters and his own time will allow equitable distribution among divers, so that each diver receives his and the dive masters’ close attention (as for dive masters, I highly recommend seeking out Tom or Kuya Padoy himself; for workshops on your dives, Kuya Padoy is wonderful, so is Bernard. Both are instructors—and will closely observe your breathing, bouyancy, and trim. Tom was also excellent in helping me with my weighting). Alfred was also super helpful when setting up my equipment, going in and going out of the water. There are 2 Leas—Lea is in charge of managing the property (I think) and she was so prompt in answering my booking questions and providing me quotations. Ate Lea, part of the housekeeping/kitchen team was super accomodating with my food and accomodation requests, with the equally wonderful hospitality of the other team members, Athan and Crizza. Food is reasonably priced and they can adjust meal schedules when informed in advance (great food too; they really prepare). Everyone, including Michelle’s Father—Tatay Naning, makes sure you are well taken care of. They are a joy to have as a team of hosts!

Nothing. The little snags I encountered with plumbing was taken care of within minutes (problem didn’t even last beyond 15 minutes)! They really value clear communication of your needs. I’m sorry I never took a lot of photos.

Very welcoming and helpful hosts, beautiful view over the sea, clean. Good food too. You can snorkel or scubadive if you want. Definitely a good place to stay. Parking was a bit difficult to find, but there are signs with the name of the hotel. We just didn't saw them immediately. Host was very helpful when we called him in for help.

In our room the aircon was a bit loud (but not that loud that you can't sleep, though).

the unli coffee was good (it wasnt a 3-in-1 sachet). staff was wonderful. even before the booking they were very responsive to my queries and assisted us in locating the place. went above and beyond to make sure we were comfortable with our stay. Diving and Island Hopping are the main activities for our family. it was low tide so the beach was rocky (Bring aquashoes!). loved the dive. for intro it was one on one which made a first timer like me very comfortable.

we used waze and got a bit lost locating the property. I suggest to message the property and get their contact info beforehand since mobile data is a bit weak. wifi in rooms is a bad but its strong in the common areas. food was your typical resort prices.

It was my first time in the Philippines, and on short notice, we booked a stay at Padoys dive camp. The friendliest most accommodating staff I have ever experienced. The food is incredible.

There was nothing we didn't like. Really tough to leave and go home.

The property was kept clean at all times. The kitchen staff was wonderful and provided excellent Filipino food. We ate three meals a day and had fresh brewed Barako coffee daily. I tried Scuba diving for the first time and Padoy was an excellent teacher.

I wish the property had a beach front property but that was expected. we went island hopping that went to Sombrero island and a boat picked us from the property. Loved it!!!

Stayed there for two nights and we had different set of breakfast everyday. The location was pretty secluded, we contacted them on our way there and one of the staff waited for us by the main road to take us to the property. The sunset was just breathtaking. The owner and staff were super friendly and helpful, we got to meet other guests too and made new friends

The wifi was on and off but it wasn't a big deal as we were looking for digital detox anyway.

It was very nice stay. We were not lucky, as the weather was horible whole the time. But the food was good and coffe always ready.

If the weather is bad, there is not much to do. They have some games and books.

Friendly staff, good balance cost - quality. Very taste food, good breakfast with unlimited coffee. Interesting snorkeling in front of the hotel. Possibility to order diving.

No beach, difficult to go into sea