Casalay Boutique Villas & Dive is a boutique resort in Puerto Galera, Philippines, a world-class diving destination known for vibrant marine life and stunning coral reefs. Nestled on a secluded beachfront with lush greenery and white sand, it offers a tranquil escape for relaxation and adventure. The resort features 12 elegant villas blending modern comfort with tropical charm. Amenities include a beachfront restaurant and bar, a serene pool, spa services, and a PADI-certified dive center for divers of all levels. Guests can enjoy scuba diving, snorkeling, kayaking, and island tours or simply unwind on the beachfront lounge. Committed to sustainability, Casalay reduces single-use plastics, conserves energy, and partners with local groups to promote eco-friendly practices and responsible diving. Perfect for divers, adventurers, or those seeking a peaceful retreat, Casalay offers an unforgettable luxury-meets-nature experience in one of the Philippines’ most stunning destinations.
What a great find this resort is: it‘s located in a spectacular and calm place. They offer a boat service to Sabang and PG, but it’s also possible to get there by tricycle and a short walk. The villas - every room is a villa - are spread across a wide area on a hill side. The rooms are very comfortable, air con is quiet, shower is instantly hot and has a rare feature: pressure! Staff are exceptionally friendly, gorgeous! The food was mostly good and they even have a serious espresso machine (producing a very decent espresso….after my visit 😉). The dive shop made a good impression to me too, gear is in good shape and the guides were friendly and attentive. They also brought us to Verde Island, much appreciated. I loved the place, I‘ll be back!
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Date of stay: December 2024
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The view is everything you expect from the pictures but being there in person is even better. Whether launching a family getaway, or business retreat or a honeymoon the resort holds the promise of an unforgettable vacation experience, catering to discerning travelers seeking the ultimate retreat to paradise.
You will find a slew of aquatic daytime activities here, from world-class scuba diving snorkeling sites and freediving. I also appreciated all of the attention to detail that has been put into their villas. The the comfortable beds, the large windows with natural sunlight, impeccable cleanliness and beautiful views of the tropical surroundings.
Hosts go the extra mile to make sure that you have everything you need. All the staff were great, the food was INCREDIBLE and the atmosphere warm.
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
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Date of stay: July 2022Trip type: Traveled with friends
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Response from Alfred Lay, Owner at Casalay Boutique Villas & Dive
Responded Aug 7, 2022
Hi Marianne, Thank you so much for visiting us and supporting our resort. We hope to see you back soon!
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This is a great boutique hotel with spacious villas suitable for our family. The pool is great, happy hour is a blast 4-6pm daily and rooms are comfortable. The ate at their restaurant every night and food was good. During the day we took the boat which cost approx 3k for 4 hours and did island hopping.
The stairs in the resort to your room is a challenge so if you have limited mobility then avoid but we had no issue with it.
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Date of stay: November 2023Trip type: Traveled with family
Room Tip:Only boat access, and lots of stairs
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The resort is located at a strategic location and right at the edge of the bay. The entrance is enchanting and the people are really warm and friendly. We were taken special care by Gisele , who was really helpful and made us feel at home. We wish the staff the best of New year 2024.
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Date of stay: January 2024
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Room Tip:People with issues in the leg can avoid this as this resort has rooms up the stairs , which can...
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Casalay Boutique Villas and Dive is a place you will always keep on coming back again and again. I just love how the place is so peaceful and the view which always keeps on mesmerizing me especially the sunsets. What a view! A perfect place for family, lovers, friends, solo travellers, and alike.
The staffs are so friendly and attentive to your needs and requests. The food 🥘 is good and it’s new to my palate as they served Spanish cuisines. So worthy for your taste buds to explore. Nevertheless, I would also want to try other cuisines aside from Spanish. Cocktails 🍷are perfect to end the day and chill at their bar while waiting for the sun 🌞 to set.
As a scubadiver 🤿 myself, Scuba Dive Society (the resort’s dive shop) is a perfect place to have a full experience of going deeper and explore the beauty of the reefs and fishes Puerto Galera has to offer.
Big cheers to everyone! 👏
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Date of stay: July 2022Trip type: Traveled solo
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Response from Alfred Lay, Owner at Casalay Boutique Villas & Dive
Responded Aug 10, 2022
Hi Kathlene, Thank you for your very nice words. We always try our best and I'm glad you had such a wonderful time. We hope to see you and your friends back very soon!
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We had an excellent vacation at Casalay. This newly opened boutique resort offers a high level of personalized service and our newly refurbished villa as well as other facilities were great! I can also recommend the in house dive center. Very professional and my dive master was experienced and knowledgable about the local dive sites. Have been to a few different resorts in Puerto Galera/Sabang area, but this was so far our best experience!
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Date of stay: November 2022Trip type: Traveled with family
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Response from Alfred Lay, Owner at Casalay Boutique Villas & Dive
Responded Dec 30, 2022
Hi Johan, Thank you so much for taking the time to review our resort. We are glad that you had a great time here and we could meet your expectations. Hopefully you'll be able to find time in the future to come and visit us again. Cheers.
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The location relaxes the body and soul. The staffs' personable, friendly maner makes you feel welcome, the rooms are clean with gorgeous views. But most importantly , the delicious food. Try the seafood pasta.
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Date of stay: August 2023
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Trip type: Traveled with friends
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We enjoyed our stay at Casalay. The staff were friendly and accommodating; they made sure that the villa was perfect for our stay. The rooms are very clean, great ocean view from the balcony, the food was scrumptious, awesome amenities, and the ambiance— so peaceful 😌
If you’re looking for a sign to visit, well this is it!
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Date of stay: August 2022Trip type: Traveled with friends
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Response from Alfred Lay, Owner at Casalay Boutique Villas & Dive
Responded Sep 14, 2022
Hi Charlene, Thank you for choosing Casalay for your stay in Puerto Galera. We are glad you had an enjoyable stay with us and hope to see you again soon!
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Amazing place! Would go every week-end if I could. Great experience for diving, relaxation and letting all stress behind you. The team makes you feel so welcome … you don’t want to leave them behind. Super reasonable priced for what is offered.
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Date of stay: July 2022Trip type: Traveled with friends
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Response from Alfred Lay, Owner at Casalay Boutique Villas & Dive
Responded Aug 7, 2022
Hi Robert, It was a pleasure to host you, we hope we can see you every weekend as well :-)
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The hotel is great, the atmosphere is great. Food and service OK The surprise comes at the end, as always. The only way to get there is by short boat shuttle. When making the appointment by phone and message, there was never any mention of a fee. But this was then charged. That makes the whole thing negative
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Date of stay: October 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
Room Tip:Auf Kosten achten
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