Bethel Guest House
Rizal Boulevard, Dumaguete City, Negros Oriental 6200 Philippines
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See why so many travelers make Bethel Guest House their guest house of choice when visiting Dumaguete City. Providing an ideal mix of value, comfort and convenience, it offers an array of amenities designed for travelers like you.
While staying at Bethel Guest House, visitors can check out Sisters of St Paul of Chartres Monument (0.2 mi) and Bell Church (0.4 mi), some of Dumaguete City's top attractions.
You’ll enjoy relaxing rooms that offer a flat screen TV and air conditioning, and you can stay connected during your stay as Bethel Guest House Hotel offers guests free wifi.
The guest house features room service. Plus, Bethel Guest House offers an on-site restaurant, providing a pleasant respite from your busy day. For guests with a vehicle, free parking is available.
While you’re here, be sure to check out some of the barbeque restaurants, including Jo's Chicken Inato, Lord Byrons BackRibs, and The Pub Resto-Lounge, Bar & KTV, all of which are a short distance from Bethel Guest House.
Plus, during your trip, don't forget to check out an architectural building, such as Silliman University.
At Bethel Guest House, your comfort and satisfaction come first, and they look forward to welcoming you to Dumaguete City.
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Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Fitness Center with Gym / Workout Room
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Airport transportation
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Rizal Boulevard, Dumaguete City, Negros Oriental 6200 Philippines
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Bethel Guest House is one of a Kind Place to Stay when you are in Dumaguete City it is a strategic area near the port, near Siliman University, near the Boulevard and Easy Public Transportstion Access. Also they retain some of the 90s look interior of the hotel which makes it more of a Nostalgic experience. The Cafe was awesome many viands to choose from at a very Reasonable Price. Staff overall is splendid and Tourist Friendly which is my prime reason to come back at Bethel for Business and Personal Activities in the City.
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Date of stay: June 2022Trip type: Traveled solo
Room Tip:Â During peak hours. Parking is almost Full making it Difficult for Guest with Vehicles.
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A refreshing view of the sea upon waking up in the morning, while seeping a freshly brewed cofi.The hotel is perfect place to stay, with kind and happy staff. Special mention of Stephen, front desk service.
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Date of stay: February 2020Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Most strategic location. Convenient that there i a cafeteria-type Cafe Filomena at the ground floor. Good enough food. Rooms are spacious enough and access to public transportation is practically right there at your doorstep.
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Date of stay: August 2023Trip type: Traveled with friends
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I love Bethel Guest House because they are facing the Rizal Boulevard ocean view. They also have nice staff who are very accommodating and good facilities within the building. I would like to visit there again soon.
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Date of stay: May 2020
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Jan 9 - Made a room reservation thru their website
Jan 9 - Room reservation confirmed thru email. Bethel confirmed also that the van will fetch me at the airport on Jan 17, 3pm.
Jan 17, 310pm - plane arrived at Dumaguete airport.
320pm - after retrieving my bag, I went out to look for the van, but there's none. I waited for 10 minutes because previously the van was late for 10 minutes which is tolerable and reasonable for me.
330pm - I called up Bethel, the receptionist assured me that the van is coming. (Maybe, they just started to arrange it after I called up - Strike 1)
340pm - I sent an SMS to Bethel asking if the van is really coming, otherwise I'll just take the tricycle. Bethel assured me that the van is on its way. This time, I was alone at the arrival area, all passengers have left.
350pm - the City Tourism staff even asked me if Bethel would really fetch me. She even called Bethel thru their landline.
405pm - the van arrived. No apologies, whatsoever. The driver's reason was "the previous day, the plane was delayed for almost two hours" (Strike 2)
420pm - upon arrival at the frontdesk, I asked the receptionist if I can talk to the manager. After consulting with the supervisor and with the personnel at eh business center, they decided to tell me that the manager is already out (Strike 3).
After almost a decade of patronizing this hotel, I even referred it to my local and foreign clients and conducted seminars there, I decided NOT to patronize Bethel Guest House anymore.
Jan 9 - Room reservation confirmed thru email. Bethel confirmed also that the van will fetch me at the airport on Jan 17, 3pm.
Jan 17, 310pm - plane arrived at Dumaguete airport.
320pm - after retrieving my bag, I went out to look for the van, but there's none. I waited for 10 minutes because previously the van was late for 10 minutes which is tolerable and reasonable for me.
330pm - I called up Bethel, the receptionist assured me that the van is coming. (Maybe, they just started to arrange it after I called up - Strike 1)
340pm - I sent an SMS to Bethel asking if the van is really coming, otherwise I'll just take the tricycle. Bethel assured me that the van is on its way. This time, I was alone at the arrival area, all passengers have left.
350pm - the City Tourism staff even asked me if Bethel would really fetch me. She even called Bethel thru their landline.
405pm - the van arrived. No apologies, whatsoever. The driver's reason was "the previous day, the plane was delayed for almost two hours" (Strike 2)
420pm - upon arrival at the frontdesk, I asked the receptionist if I can talk to the manager. After consulting with the supervisor and with the personnel at eh business center, they decided to tell me that the manager is already out (Strike 3).
After almost a decade of patronizing this hotel, I even referred it to my local and foreign clients and conducted seminars there, I decided NOT to patronize Bethel Guest House anymore.
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Date of stay: January 2012Trip type: Traveled on business
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I travelled to Dumaguete with CebuPacific for the festival and "amazing fireworks". The landscape on the island coming in to land looked very pretty -forested and mountainous from the plane. I'd love to go explore the area a bit more.
The town is charming and has a unique feel to it in terms of the Philippines. Relaxed, leafy and wider streets than you typically see in the Philippines, with a definite charm to the old Protestant missionary University area- some lovely American colonial buildings that reminded me of the grand hotels at Yosemite. Bethel is right in this area, with many bars and restaurants as you walk along the sea-front road.
The famous promenade along the sea front is a little spoiled by the heavy pollution and murkiness of the dirty water (but when its cleaned up in the future I'm sure will be a big asset). Interesting people watching though- including guys collecting sea-urchins (uni).
Well the festival area was kind of fun with crafts and food from the surrounding area- although it was all kind of similar. The stage performances were big on effort but kind of amateur (in an endearing way). We left after 30 minutes after an interminable local big wig/politician with zero charisma was given the mic and obviously enjoyed the sound of his own voice.
The fireworks were a total anticlimax but there were thousands of people all crammed in the town to see them. They seemed to appreciate the show so who cares if some jaded Europeans and Canadians thought it was lacklustre! I don't think we were the target market.
Luckily my friend booked us into the Bethel guest house which is opposite the promenade in about as central a location as you can get. It is a very clean building several stories high and each floor kind of looks like a hospital with a large manned desk on when you come out of the lift, and the long white sparkling clean corridors. I still don't believe that is not what the building was originally intended for . We went round the whole city and it was easily the most modern, convenient "international standard" looking place. Nice spotless room, folded towels, clean bathroom etc. I was impressed at how house proud the cleaning staff obviously are.
They have a few rules such as a very strict policy on "NO JOINERS" as it is connected to one of the Christian organisations in the town. But unless you try to bring home a "lady of the night" you should be fine. No curfew or anything like that.
This is definitely the place to stay in Dumaguete...I am allergic to dumpy, dark hotels and was really happy my buddy booked this.
Also try their American diner-looking area for breakfast. A good variety of really good food and large "American" portions. I think one of the best breakfast I've had in the Philippines!
The town is charming and has a unique feel to it in terms of the Philippines. Relaxed, leafy and wider streets than you typically see in the Philippines, with a definite charm to the old Protestant missionary University area- some lovely American colonial buildings that reminded me of the grand hotels at Yosemite. Bethel is right in this area, with many bars and restaurants as you walk along the sea-front road.
The famous promenade along the sea front is a little spoiled by the heavy pollution and murkiness of the dirty water (but when its cleaned up in the future I'm sure will be a big asset). Interesting people watching though- including guys collecting sea-urchins (uni).
Well the festival area was kind of fun with crafts and food from the surrounding area- although it was all kind of similar. The stage performances were big on effort but kind of amateur (in an endearing way). We left after 30 minutes after an interminable local big wig/politician with zero charisma was given the mic and obviously enjoyed the sound of his own voice.
The fireworks were a total anticlimax but there were thousands of people all crammed in the town to see them. They seemed to appreciate the show so who cares if some jaded Europeans and Canadians thought it was lacklustre! I don't think we were the target market.
Luckily my friend booked us into the Bethel guest house which is opposite the promenade in about as central a location as you can get. It is a very clean building several stories high and each floor kind of looks like a hospital with a large manned desk on when you come out of the lift, and the long white sparkling clean corridors. I still don't believe that is not what the building was originally intended for . We went round the whole city and it was easily the most modern, convenient "international standard" looking place. Nice spotless room, folded towels, clean bathroom etc. I was impressed at how house proud the cleaning staff obviously are.
They have a few rules such as a very strict policy on "NO JOINERS" as it is connected to one of the Christian organisations in the town. But unless you try to bring home a "lady of the night" you should be fine. No curfew or anything like that.
This is definitely the place to stay in Dumaguete...I am allergic to dumpy, dark hotels and was really happy my buddy booked this.
Also try their American diner-looking area for breakfast. A good variety of really good food and large "American" portions. I think one of the best breakfast I've had in the Philippines!
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Date of stay: November 2008Trip type: Traveled with friends
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We love Bethel House. We're so excited to have the 34th Annual 2016 Philippines AA National Convention in Dumaguete City on February 5, 6, and 7. Bethel House has been super supportive and super gracious. What a great venue-- it's right on the waterfront and lovely Rizal Boulevard.
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Date of stay: June 2015Trip type: Traveled with friends
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I agree with the earlier comments on their late check out policy. We were also charged half day without informing us ahead of time. Our original booking was for only 1 night, but we gladly extended for 1 more night with them. They also got several sales from us (laundry, internet, sundry shop) but they still charged us half day. On the day of our check out, they called us that we need to check out on time, but they did not mention any policy. Nevertheless, we hurriedly went back t the hotel from Twin Lakes so we can shower quickly. Upon arriving in the hotel, we informed them that we'll be checking out shortly right after a quick shower. A guy called and informed us that their latest check out is at 1pm (it was already past 1pm that time). I told him we're just showering and we'll be checking out in a few minutes. A few minutes after, he called again informing that they would have to charge half day as we already exceeded their check out time. I asked for consideration and told him we're going down already. We hurriedly went down to the lobby to check out only to find on our bill a half-day charge. I told the receptionist that we had the impression that we will not be charged anymore as we hurriedly went down after we were informed that there's going to be a charge. If we only knew that we would be charged, we should have just showered leisurely and took time to dry our hair and not stress ourselves hurrying to check out. The mnale receptionist called their superior, Jo Anne, but she did not come to attend to us immediately. We were already frustrated and stressed then. She just said it's policy and that their system automatically charges. What a non-sense excuse we said, as we're also hoteliers. There is no such system that will automatically post charges, we said. The staff had to post that, and they can also make some adjustments if they're flexible and understanding enough. I guess this is what you get from a non-deluxe 5- star property. Anyway, we just paid but that incident just destroyed my supposedly great Dumaguete experience. I thought Dumaguete is the City of Gentle People... Well, maybe they're right, they did not say they're flexible and considerate. They're gentle in milking their guests, I guess...
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Date of stay: May 2010Trip type: Traveled with friends
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Great location, stunning view of the boulevard (from a room facing the sea), and cleanliness earns it high points. What this hotel lacks is sensitivity and soul.
For instance, free transfers from airport to the hotel. BUT if you want a ride to the airport after you've checked out, that's P150.00 per person, for a five-minute ride. It's as if, after having made sure you got to the hotel, and then paid your bill, they no longer care what happens to you.
Next, they are particularly strict about the 12:00 Noon check out time. Overstay and that's half a day's rate! But their van service (P150 a head!) will take you to the airport at 2:00 PM. So do you hang around the lobby for two whole hours? Do you spend more money at their coffee shop? Do you wait it out in the bedroom and shell out a half-day rate? There's just no concern here for the guest's convenience or time.
Finally, staff is not trained to deal with guests as politely as possible. Case in point: at 12:05 and on my way down to the lobby to check out, the phone rings. I pick up, and it's the front desk. "Overstaying na po kayo!" Don't they know that you never say that to a guest? There are more polite ways of saying it. Or perhaps the problem is they don't consider us as guests but only people to make money from.
So there it is. Great location, wonderful view. Clean rooms. Bad interpersonal relations.
For instance, free transfers from airport to the hotel. BUT if you want a ride to the airport after you've checked out, that's P150.00 per person, for a five-minute ride. It's as if, after having made sure you got to the hotel, and then paid your bill, they no longer care what happens to you.
Next, they are particularly strict about the 12:00 Noon check out time. Overstay and that's half a day's rate! But their van service (P150 a head!) will take you to the airport at 2:00 PM. So do you hang around the lobby for two whole hours? Do you spend more money at their coffee shop? Do you wait it out in the bedroom and shell out a half-day rate? There's just no concern here for the guest's convenience or time.
Finally, staff is not trained to deal with guests as politely as possible. Case in point: at 12:05 and on my way down to the lobby to check out, the phone rings. I pick up, and it's the front desk. "Overstaying na po kayo!" Don't they know that you never say that to a guest? There are more polite ways of saying it. Or perhaps the problem is they don't consider us as guests but only people to make money from.
So there it is. Great location, wonderful view. Clean rooms. Bad interpersonal relations.
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Date of stay: February 2010Trip type: Traveled on business
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first time i arrived, so shocked to see cafe filomena, this is a canteen... not the usual resturant in a hotel. when we arrived in the floor, we saw s housekeeping station (nurse station) which we would not see in any hotel i had been ... when i got in... oh my god i feel will be admitted in the hospital.... This is something i was shocked. i thought i am inside the hospital.... no joke,
service is great though food is edible,
service is great though food is edible,
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Date of stay: July 2012Trip type: Traveled on business
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Room Tip:Â well get the 06 rooms the view is great.
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I had called bethel on their globe and smart# but i cant connect.pls give me their # celfone # so i can call them
As per the website of Bethel Guest House, you can make a reservation and it will be the discretion of the hotel management if no deposit will be approved. I think we did have an electric kettle in the room we had. Availability depends on which room you will be getting. But I would suggest that you try out the coffee and food at Cafe Filomena.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Bethel Guest House
Which popular attractions are close to Bethel Guest House?
Nearby attractions include Rizal Boulevard (0.04 km), Sisters of St Paul of Chartres Monument (0.3 km), and Gatxs Art Gallery (0.2 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Bethel Guest House?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, an on-site restaurant, and a fitness centre.
What food & drink options are available at Bethel Guest House?
Guests can enjoy an on-site restaurant during their stay.
What are some restaurants close to Bethel Guest House?
Conveniently located restaurants include Casablanca Restaurant, Sans Rival Bistro, and Roti Boss.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Bethel Guest House?
Yes, guests have access to a fitness centre during their stay.
Does Bethel Guest House have airport transportation?
Yes, Bethel Guest House offers airport transportation for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Are there any historical sites close to Bethel Guest House?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Silliman University (0.7 km) and Belfry (0.8 km).
Does Bethel Guest House have any great views?
Yes, guests often enjoy the ocean view available here.
Is Bethel Guest House accessible?
Yes, it offers wheelchair access. For specific inquiries, we recommend calling ahead to confirm.