RESORT - Kawayan Holiday Resort

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What Our Guests Appreciate

Our staff attaches great importance to discretion and the preservation of your privacy. The family atmosphere, away from the stressful mass tourism in a quiet location. The breathtaking and unique view towards the sunset. The fact that our guests come mainly from Europe and the Oceania region.

The most magnificent house reef in Siquijor. That you will discover a breathtaking and intact underwater world, which impresses with its colorful biodiversity. The perfect environment for snorkelers and divers. That we are not affected by high tide and low tide – you can dive, snorkel and swim with us 24 hours without any problems. Check in and experience it yourself

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About Kawayan Holiday Resort

Since 2011 we offer to our guests a unique atmosphere in a private and family environment. Incidentally, the Kawayan Holiday Resort in Siquijor is not only a recommendation for divers, but also offers peace-seekers the perfect environment. In addition, the versatile leisure facilities make every stay an experience and thus an unforgettable holiday.

Further an experienced kitchen team will take care of your well-being all day long and spoil you with delicacies from our kitchen. Served by our restaurant crew which completes a real high class service to give you unforgetable experience in the Philippines

WHERE OUR GUESTS COME FROM

Mainly from Europe and the Oceania region

Australia

Austria

Denmark

England

Finland

Netherlands

Germany

Hong Kong

Ireland

New Zealand

Philippines

Singapore

Sweden

South Africa

Switzerland

USA

REVIEWS

From Our Guests

annika v

Amazing place!

We stayed at Kawayan for a couple of days in February 2018, this is fantastic place! This is one of the best hotel experience ever, the view over the sea, fantastic food and service, the diving – word class! Thanks Silvio and Barbara for your hospitality.

Rosanna K

This is a 6 star resort

We stayed at KHR for one week in january. As soon as we came to the resort I felt peace. The only noise you hear is cows, roosters and gekkos. This place is a paradise on earth and the best hotel experience ever. We enjoyed every minute here, its so calm and the staff is AMAZING.

Food is great, breakfast pancakes are to die for, i had the same chicken for lunch many times since it was so tasty, dinner changes every day and its always great.

Will come back here again, loved the pool, the sunsets, the sea for snorkeling and the villa was so nice!

Since the resort is small and has only 7 villas, it means there can be a maximum of 14 persons at once. We were lucky to be the only customers for two days. Felt like a princess and we got special dinner and prosecco in the garden while watching the sunset.

Cant say enough good things about this resort, was so great. I can recommend KHR to people who appriciates calm, excellent service, good food and amazing views.

Thank you again to the owners for your hospitality and the staff for making our stay PERFECT! We will be back.

Rhoger R

Amazing Stay!

We just came from the Kawayan Holiday Resort and we were just amazed with the out-of-this-world view of the sea and sunset, excellent location, world-class facilities, delicious food, and the generous/accommodating owners. Aside from all those, we would like to send a special shout-out to the staff who made our 3-night stay at the resort so very memorable. Thank you very much to Charisse, Cecil, Cherry and Jeraldine. You ladies treated us like royalties and made us not want to go.

chat2joe

Peaceful resort with excellent diving!

We loved our 5 nights at Kawayan Holiday Resort. It’s a very peaceful resort, on the cliff overlooking their house reef. Great sunsets to be enjoyed from the infinity pool (with bar).

The staff are excellent, very attentive and good humoured. Jan and Cherry kept us entertained in the evenings! The food was great, with a different menu every evening.

We did a SCUBA pool refresher and 7 dives with Joey, an excellent instructor and dive guide – thanks! Great life and colour on all the dives; we saw several sea turtles, lionfish, sea snakes, frogfish, triggerfish etc.. The dive boat is real luxury and they also have a newer boat under construction. Cherisa had fresh fruit and drinks ready when we came up the steps after each dive. The resort is to be commended for going plastic bottle free, refillable bottles provided.

Our flight to Siquijor was cancelled at the last minute and the resort organised a chartered flight from Cebu, with van transfer on arrival.

Highly recommended!

Hamduck1

Great base to relax or adventure in paradise

I have actually never left a review for a hotel before but made a trip adviser account specially to leave this review.

Our 3 night stay here in June was by far the best accommodation experience we have ever had.

The location was fantastic, views amazing, but the food and the staff were what really made our stay fantastic. A bit of a long trip to get there, but the size of the island means nothing is actually more than an hour away.

Anything we requested or mentioned an interest in the staff were very happy to make suggestions or help arrange anything we needed.

The worst part about our stay was having to say goodbye to the staff when it was time to leave.

Peter Y

A wonderful visit!

We had an amazing time at Kawayan Holiday Resort. From the first moment arriving on the island, two staff members were there to meet us, along with a very nice van, cold drinks, and a clean, cold towel to wash away all the stress of travel. The trip to the resort was less than an hour, and only the last few kilometers were unpaved and quite bumpy…but that’s not the fault of the resort. The place itself is stunning, with a beautiful design of restaurant and bar, pool area, and wonderfully relaxing bungalows overlooking the ocean. The resort is situated at the top of a 30-meter cliff, and the views, rocks, coral reef below, and landscaping all come together in very picturesque scenes. The staff were all extremely nice and professional. They did their jobs exceptionally well, and we felt a bit sad on leaving because we felt we’d made some new friends. We had some very nice dives with their dive master and crew. The owners, Silvio and Barbara, were the best of hosts. They really made us feel at home, and went out of their way to surprise me on my birthday. We will definitely be coming back! Thank you! Don Papa! =)

Alkibiades5456, Munich, Germany

If only I could give it 6 stars

This is the best resort experience I have ever had in the Philippines. We were the only guests and definitely felt spoiled – though it was a bit awkward too when we wanted to see other places and restaurants, we were so sorry to disappoint the lovely staff 😉

Where to begin… The villas are beautifully designed, clean, spacious. The shower is excellent, thoughtfully there are two washstands, the amenities are very nice. Quiet, modern aircon. The gardens are well-maintained. The location on the cliff is quite scenic, the private, nice coral reef right next to the hotel and free snorkeling equipment rental – just wow. Oh, and how about a beautiful pool with a very deep spot to practice diving and with floating candles at night. I cannot even begin to describe how lovely the staff is as well, we felt extremely welcome. At night it’s quiet and the sky is lit with stars.

The in-hotel restaurant is pricey for local standards but wow will I remember the food for a long time. The best I’ve had in the Philippines, full stop.

The only cons: you’ll have to accept some bugs in the open-air bathroom; the road to the resort is really bad, watch out; and the extra services, especially laundry and massages, are rather expensive.

Overall, an amazing place that makes me want to visit Siquijor again.

Our Location

The Kawayan Holiday Resort Philippines is located approximately half an hour from the harbor in Siquijor, on one of the most beautiful coastlines of the island. Our boutique style facility is located in a very quiet location – pure nature. From time to time you may hear the mooing of a cow, the crows of a rooster or the famous sounds of the cute Gekkos.

Not for party addicts, but for connoisseurs! We offer the perfect ambience if you are looking for peace and relaxation. The nearest major villages, such as San Juan or Lazi, can be reached in about 15 minutes by motorbike. The resort is surrounded by high coconut palms, nestled in a rocky, rough garden landscape directly above the sea. Enjoy diving, massages, the cool water in the swimming pool, culinary highlights from the kitchen or simply your villa.

Everything On The Move

There’s a lot to do – of course, only if you want it. Experience the fascinating underwater world close up. Sknorkeling, the simplest way to discover the fascinating world of the oceans. Adventurous enough? Rent a motorcycle and explore the island or symply go for our island tours. Massages, enjoy hours of pure relaxation for body, mind and soul. Book your villas today to enjoy activities and sports in a charming environment.

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7 VILLAS

30 DIVE SPOTS

3 BOATS

25 NATIONS

YOUR HOME FAR AWAY FROM HOME

We offer our guests REAL holidays. You can book your villa online. We look forward to your stay

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Is there WiFi at the resort?

The Kawayan Holiday Resort offers guests free access to the internet. Our internet is transmitted via radio over a distance of over 35 kilometers. Accordingly, the network has a limited capacity (fair use). Availability is not guaranteed and is not obligatory. If no connection is possible, the resort cannot be held responsible for any consequences. The Wi-Fi is free for our registered guests and a voluntary service. The management reserves the right to interrupt the connection in case of excessive use.

From which countries do guests come from?

Our guests come mainly from Europe and the Oceania region.

Are visitors allowed at the resort?

There are strictly no day-trippers allowed at the resort. We attach great importance to discretion and respect for your privacy. Only guests are allowed to enter the resort

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 14.00pm, check-out until 12.00 noon. Check-in from 12.00 noon costs PHP 800.- extra per villa. Check-in before 12.00 noon is with PHP 1800.- charged per villa, if an early check-in is possible. Check-in is valid on the time checked in at the reception. There is no claim.

How far is it from the arrival port Siquijor to the resort?

The Kawayan Holiday Resort is located approximately half an hour from the port of Siquijor. From the port of Larena you need about 50 to 60 minutes. The hotel is located on one of the most beautiful coastal sections of Siquijor. The boutique style complex is located in a quiet location and is surrounded by high coconut trees, nestled in a rocky, rugged garden landscape right by the sea. Nothing for party addicts!

Can the villa be booked and paid directly?

You can book the villa directly with our modern booking system at our website. At the end of the booking you will be asked to pay via PayPal. Please continue with this. Only a paid booking is valid. For this payment method you do not need a PayPal account. At the PayPal payment page you will find another field under the login mask: "With debit or credit card". Click on it and fill in the corresponding payment option. At the end of the form, you still need to activate the two checkboxes. Complete the payment process by clicking "Agree and Continue".

Is there a minimum number of nights that need's to be booked?

Two or three (2 or 3) nights, depending on the season, are the minimum to make a booking at the Kawayan Holiday Resort. At certain times of the year, such as Christmas or New Year, there are at least five to seven (5-7) nights that need's to be booked. There are no exceptions.

How many guests are allowed per villa?

Two (2) persons per villa are allowed. Extra beds are subject to charges per night and if at all possible only in the prestige villas. Only the management is determined by exceptions.

Is there available drinking water in the villas?

Not only in the villas but throughout the resort there is fresh drinking water available. For environmental reasons, we dispense with plastic bottles for water. Upon arrival you will receive an aluminium bottle that can be refilled throughout the resort and on board of the dive boat.

How do I get from the port to the resort?

We offer transfers from/to the pier/resort. Transfers from/to Siquijor Pier are PHP 1000.- per transfer/way. Transfers from/to Larena are PHP 1800.- pre transfer/way. From the resort to the Siquijor pier, the journey time is approximately 25 – 30 minutes. The travel time to Larena pier takes approximately 50 – 60 minutes. For guests who are not booked in, the transfer is also subject to charges. Furthermore we do transfers for our guests only.

Is it possible to fly to Siquijor directly by plane?

This is possible with a charter flight from Cebu which we will be happy to arrange for you. This option shortens the tavel time by around 5 hours. In this case you will be picked up directly from the International Airport Cebu and transfered to the local airport. From there, you will fly directly to Siquijor Airport. Depense on the type of aircraft you have booked the flight time is about 45 minutes. From the local airport we will picke you up and bring you to the resort. Approx. 20 minutes drive.

What do I have to pay attention if charter flight?

Since these are small aircraft's, the permissible weight plays an important role. For guests who bring their own dive equipment, we expected to have less space in the small aircraft. In any case, the total weight of a 4-seater without a pilot may not exceed 250 kg. The total weight of a 6-seater without a pilot shall not exceed 400 kg. You and your luggage are weighed together before departure. If you have overweight, you must either leave something behind or avoid the next larger aircraft type. Although the Charter has been booked through us, we are not responsible for the overall weight. These additional costs have to be borne by yours

Can the resort provide information about shipping schedules?

We cannot provide reliable information on the timetables of the ferries or passenger ship companies. Departure times can be changed at any time. In the worst case, planned connections without prior information are simply deleted. It is best to ask the operators directly.

Can I pay my stay by credit card?

From an amount of PHP 10'000.- you can pay with MasterCard or Visa (+ 5% commission). Below PHP 10'000 only cash is possible.

Can I do payment in cash?

You can pay in the following currencies: CHF, EURO, U.S Dollar and Philippine Pesos. Philippine pesos are preferred. All currencies are converted to the current resort exchange rate. Valid is only the exchange rate of the resort.

Do I need cash at the resort itself?

You don't need cash at the resort. Your consumption will be written on your villa. In the evening or at the latest next morning you will be asked by our restaurant staff to check and sign your daily bill.

Can I request an account statement at any time?

You can request an account statement every day. The current status always goes back to the last signed settlement.

How much are the expenses in the resort?

You will be provided with everything you need for a relaxing holiday. The cost of food and drink's corresponds to the standard of the hotel and corresponding to the island's usual prices. On average, you can count per day and per person with expenses of approximately 1000 to 1500 Pesos, means approximately between 20 to 30 USD with normal consumption. PS: Outside the resort on the roadside, the offered, dusty food and drinks are logically cheaper. Because hygiene, personnel and taxes do not play a role for these providers.

Is it possible to make massages?

We have our own massage area located directly on the cliff above the sea. While enjoying a relaxing full body, foot or back massage, you can indulge in the massage and the relaxing sound of the surf.

Does the resort have motorcycles for rent?

The Kawayan Holiday Resort offers well-maintained motorcycles for rent. If you want to rent a motorbike, however, you must bring a motorcycle driver's license. Without this valid motorcycle driver's license, the Kawayan Roliday Resort will not let you rent a motorbike. Not accepted: Car driver's license, passport or any other ID will not be accepted. The Kawayan Holiday Resort follows the rules applicable in the Philippines. We also recommend wearing a helmet.

Is there a minimum age to rent/drive a motorbike?

Any person aged 18 and over with a valid motorcycle driver's license can rent a vehicle. Kawayan Holiday Resort follows the rules applicable in the Philippines.

Is there a beach volleyball field?

The resort has its own beach volleyball court. Other sports such as beach handball, beach soccer, Beachminton, etc. can be played on.

Can I play billiards?

The resort has a pool table which you can use free of charge.

Is there a diving center right at the resort?

The resort has its own professional dive center which is under Swiss management. We have two (soon three) separate dive boats with licensed captain. The dive center has modern and well-maintained rental equipment for up to 16 divers. We offer daily dives along the coast Siquijors as well as day tours to more distant dive destinations (it always dependents to the number of divers). Up to four dives are usually possible per day

Can beginner courses be made?

You can make diving courses on site with Kawayan Holiday Divers. We have a fully equipped dive center directly in the resort. You can also register for courses on site. We offer courses up to and including to the Divemaster.

Can I try scuba diving?

In order to get first impressions you can first do a try dive. This includes one lesson in the swimming pool and one in the sea. The introductory dive costs PHP 4500.-. If you decide to take a dive course, the introductory dive is already counted on for the next class.

Do I have to carry the diving equipment myself?

Our staff will do the that for you. Unless you wish otherwise.

Is swimming and snorkeling possible at any time?

t other resorts during low tide you will experience rocks, algae and mud shape the image of the white sand beach. The water retracts up to 100 meters, while at our place you can directly jump in turquoise blue water – 24 hours swimming, diving, snorkeling possible.

Do you have snorkeling equipment for rent?

Contact our staff at the Dive Center if you would like to get snorkeling equipment and possibly a suit. Our house reef is one of the most beautiful in Siquijor. If you would like to go snorkeling as a guest with our dive boat, this is also possible. However, only if the boat is already planned for a trip with divers. The costs are PHP 500.- per person.

Resort: Is there WiFi at the resort?

The Kawayan Holiday Resort offers guests free access to the internet. Our internet is transmitted via radio over a distance of over 35 kilometers. Accordingly, the network has a limited capacity (fair use). Availability is not guaranteed and is not obligatory. If no connection is possible, the resort cannot be held responsible for any consequences. The Wi-Fi is free for our registered guests and a voluntary service. The management reserves the right to interrupt the connection in case of excessive use.

From which countries do guests come from?

Our guests come mainly from Europe and the Oceania region.

Are visitors allowed at the resort?

There are strictly no day-trippers allowed at the resort. We attach great importance to discretion and respect for your privacy. Only guests are allowed to enter the resort

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 14.00pm, check-out until 12.00 noon. Check-in from 12.00 noon costs PHP 800.- extra per villa. Check-in before 12.00 noon is with PHP 1800.- charged per villa, if an early check-in is possible. Check-in is valid on the time checked in at the reception. There is no claim.

How far is it from the arrival port Siquijor to the resort?

The Kawayan Holiday Resort is located approximately half an hour from the port of Siquijor. From the port of Larena you need about 50 to 60 minutes. The hotel is located on one of the most beautiful coastal sections of Siquijor. The boutique style complex is located in a quiet location and is surrounded by high coconut trees, nestled in a rocky, rugged garden landscape right by the sea. Nothing for party addicts!
Villas: Can the villa be booked and paid directly?

You can book the villa directly with our modern booking system at our website. At the end of the booking you will be asked to pay via PayPal. Please continue with this. Only a paid booking is valid. For this payment method you do not need a PayPal account. At the PayPal payment page you will find another field under the login mask: "With debit or credit card". Click on it and fill in the corresponding payment option. At the end of the form, you still need to activate the two checkboxes. Complete the payment process by clicking "Agree and Continue".

Is there a minimum number of nights that need's to be booked?

Two or three (2 or 3) nights, depending on the season, are the minimum to make a booking at the Kawayan Holiday Resort. At certain times of the year, such as Christmas or New Year, there are at least five to seven (5-7) nights that need's to be booked. There are no exceptions.

How many guests are allowed per villa?

Two (2) persons per villa are allowed. Extra beds are subject to charges per night and if at all possible only in the prestige villas. Only the management is determined by exceptions.

Is there available drinking water in the villas?

Not only in the villas but throughout the resort there is fresh drinking water available. For environmental reasons, we dispense with plastic bottles for water. Upon arrival you will receive an aluminium bottle that can be refilled throughout the resort and on board of the dive boat.
Transfers: How do I get from the port to the resort?

We offer transfers from/to the pier/resort. Transfers from/to Siquijor Pier are PHP 1000.- per transfer/way. Transfers from/to Larena are PHP 1800.- pre transfer/way. From the resort to the Siquijor pier, the journey time is approximately 25 – 30 minutes. The travel time to Larena pier takes approximately 50 – 60 minutes. For guests who are not booked in, the transfer is also subject to charges. Furthermore we do transfers for our guests only.

Is it possible to fly to Siquijor directly by plane?

This is possible with a charter flight from Cebu which we will be happy to arrange for you. This option shortens the tavel time by around 5 hours. In this case you will be picked up directly from the International Airport Cebu and transfered to the local airport. From there, you will fly directly to Siquijor Airport. Depense on the type of aircraft you have booked the flight time is about 45 minutes. From the local airport we will picke you up and bring you to the resort. Approx. 20 minutes drive.

What do I have to pay attention if charter flight?

Since these are small aircraft's, the permissible weight plays an important role. For guests who bring their own dive equipment, we expected to have less space in the small aircraft. In any case, the total weight of a 4-seater without a pilot may not exceed 250 kg. The total weight of a 6-seater without a pilot shall not exceed 400 kg. You and your luggage are weighed together before departure. If you have overweight, you must either leave something behind or avoid the next larger aircraft type. Although the Charter has been booked through us, we are not responsible for the overall weight. These additional costs have to be borne by yours

Can the resort provide information about shipping schedules?

We cannot provide reliable information on the timetables of the ferries or passenger ship companies. Departure times can be changed at any time. In the worst case, planned connections without prior information are simply deleted. It is best to ask the operators directly.
Money: Can I pay my stay by credit card?

From an amount of PHP 10'000.- you can pay with MasterCard or Visa (+ 5% commission). Below PHP 10'000 only cash is possible.

Can I do payment in cash?

You can pay in the following currencies: CHF, EURO, U.S Dollar and Philippine Pesos. Philippine pesos are preferred. All currencies are converted to the current resort exchange rate. Valid is only the exchange rate of the resort.

Do I need cash at the resort itself?

You don't need cash at the resort. Your consumption will be written on your villa. In the evening or at the latest next morning you will be asked by our restaurant staff to check and sign your daily bill.

Can I request an account statement at any time?

You can request an account statement every day. The current status always goes back to the last signed settlement.

How much are the expenses in the resort?

You will be provided with everything you need for a relaxing holiday. The cost of food and drink's corresponds to the standard of the hotel and corresponding to the island's usual prices. On average, you can count per day and per person with expenses of approximately 1000 to 1500 Pesos, means approximately between 20 to 30 USD with normal consumption. PS: Outside the resort on the roadside, the offered, dusty food and drinks are logically cheaper. Because hygiene, personnel and taxes do not play a role for these providers.
Activities: Is it possible to make massages?

We have our own massage area located directly on the cliff above the sea. While enjoying a relaxing full body, foot or back massage, you can indulge in the massage and the relaxing sound of the surf.

Does the resort have motorcycles for rent?

The Kawayan Holiday Resort offers well-maintained motorcycles for rent. If you want to rent a motorbike, however, you must bring a motorcycle driver's license. Without this valid motorcycle driver's license, the Kawayan Roliday Resort will not let you rent a motorbike. Not accepted: Car driver's license, passport or any other ID will not be accepted. The Kawayan Holiday Resort follows the rules applicable in the Philippines. We also recommend wearing a helmet.

Is there a minimum age to rent/drive a motorbike?

Any person aged 18 and over with a valid motorcycle driver's license can rent a vehicle. Kawayan Holiday Resort follows the rules applicable in the Philippines.

Is there a beach volleyball field?

The resort has its own beach volleyball court. Other sports such as beach handball, beach soccer, Beachminton, etc. can be played on.

Can I play billiards?

The resort has a pool table which you can use free of charge.
Dive Center: Is there a diving center right at the resort?

The resort has its own professional dive center which is under Swiss management. We have two (soon three) separate dive boats with licensed captain. The dive center has modern and well-maintained rental equipment for up to 16 divers. We offer daily dives along the coast Siquijors as well as day tours to more distant dive destinations (it always dependents to the number of divers). Up to four dives are usually possible per day

Can beginner courses be made?

You can make diving courses on site with Kawayan Holiday Divers. We have a fully equipped dive center directly in the resort. You can also register for courses on site. We offer courses up to and including to the Divemaster.

Can I try scuba diving?

In order to get first impressions you can first do a try dive. This includes one lesson in the swimming pool and one in the sea. The introductory dive costs PHP 4500.-. If you decide to take a dive course, the introductory dive is already counted on for the next class.

Do I have to carry the diving equipment myself?

Our staff will do the that for you. Unless you wish otherwise.

Is swimming and snorkeling possible at any time?

t other resorts during low tide you will experience rocks, algae and mud shape the image of the white sand beach. The water retracts up to 100 meters, while at our place you can directly jump in turquoise blue water – 24 hours swimming, diving, snorkeling possible.

Do you have snorkeling equipment for rent?

Contact our staff at the Dive Center if you would like to get snorkeling equipment and possibly a suit. Our house reef is one of the most beautiful in Siquijor. If you would like to go snorkeling as a guest with our dive boat, this is also possible. However, only if the boat is already planned for a trip with divers. The costs are PHP 500.- per person.