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The Coral Blue Oriental Beach Villas & Suites

Talisay, Sta Fe, Philippines (Formerly The Bamboo Oriental)
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Fairbanks, Alaska
2 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW

We stayed at Coral Blue Oriental during Holy week, busiest week of the season, loved the rooms the staff and the professionalism of Arlene Rigillo, the resort manager, the prices are on the high side, but the service was exceptional, and the extra bonuses (towels, cocktails, and much more) they give you made up for the price. The quality of... More

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Zurich, Switzerland
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5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 April 2013

We went there (two guys) for holy week, end of March 2013. The reservation and prepayment for two rooms (2 beach front suites) and 3 nights was made actually 8 months in advance. Due to holy week the price was much higher that usually. When we arrived the lady at the reception told us that she made a mistake and... More

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Alta, Norway
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16 hotel reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 March 2013

I would like to give this resort a better score but I can't - the place has so much potential but they have to work with the service. We stayed in Beach suite no 1 for 4 nights. The suite is great, it's all bamboo, spacious bedroom (but not chairs for relaxing) and a very nice bathroom. Deposit box in... More

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Taipei, Taipei, Taiwan
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4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 March 2013

Of all the resorts on Bantayan Island, Coral Blue is definitely the prettiest. The entire resort is made from bamboo, and it is right on the beach - always a plus! When we finally got the room we booked (more on that later), we were quite pleased. It was Suite #3, which had a spacious bedroom, a very cool bathroom... More

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peadarseoul
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4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 March 2013

The Coral Blue Oriental Villas & Suites is an overpriced and somewhat neglected resort that does not live up to its grand name. Other reviewers seem to have stayed in their Ocean View villas, but this review pertains to a stay in one of their Beach Suites. Based on my three visits to the Philippines, I don't feel I am... More

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Warrington, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 February 2013

We stayed for 6 nights in a suite room, looking out over the sea. The room was very spacious and comfortable, with air con, ceiling fan and safe box included. The staff were extremely pleasant and would help with any information about the island, trips, hiring of bikes, boats etc. Rooms were cleaned on a daily basis. The hotel has... More

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Singapore, Singapore
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50 hotel reviews
Reviews in 40 cities Reviews in 40 cities
62 helpful votes 62 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 February 2013

I did not stay at this hotel because it was fully booked. I thought the price or 5,500 pesos a night was well worth it. It lays in front of the best stretch of beach in the island. All other places have a lot of corals in the sand, here the beach is wide and the sand is soft and... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 August 2012 via mobile

After many disappointing stays in the Philippines this was amazing, this place is idiotic and the villas are sublime. The views are excellent and the sea is tranquil. The local village is safe and friendly and all are welcoming. I will be back soon for sure! A superb oasis away.

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Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 July 2012

This place has nice, spacious beach villas with great views but unfortunately we felt disappointed with what the rest of the "resort" offers or doesn't offer. Maintenance is needed in some areas but I don't think it is a high priority for anyone there. Water pressure in the shower was very weak and to get a very limited amount of... More

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München
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179 reviews 179 reviews
153 hotel reviews
Reviews in 116 cities Reviews in 116 cities
94 helpful votes 94 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 July 2012

We spent a wonderful time at the Coral Blue Oriental Suite at the end of May. When arriving, a representative of the hotel greeted us at the harbour and brought us straight to the hotel. We were greeted friendly by the whole staff and we got delicious Mango shakes as welcome drinks. Our beach Suite was well maintained and completely... More

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Also Known As:
The Coral Blue Oriental Beach Villas & Suites Bantayan Island, Cebu
Address: Talisay, Sta Fe, Philippines (Formerly The Bamboo Oriental)
Region: Philippines > Visayas > Cebu > Bantayan Island
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Ranked #2 of 8 Speciality lodging in Bantayan Island
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