Discovery Island Resort
Dicanituan Island Barangay 5, Coron, Busuanga Island 5316 Philippines
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Back to 100% after Typhoon Haiyan. An Island resort and dive center on its own island just 5 minutes from Coron Town. Tranquil location with individual rustic cottages and modern lodge rooms. All rooms en-suite. Warm hospitality and good food. Ideal for island hoppers and divers. Private Coron Island Tours operated from the resort to show you the best and most beautiful spots that Coron has to offer at your own pace. With one of the most experienced dive centers in Coron, come dive Corons wrecks, lakes or coral reefs with Discovery Divers from our resort. Kayaking, seafaris around Calamianes Islands are also available.
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Free internet
Infinity pool
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Canoeing
Diving
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Massage
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English, Filipino
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43Car recommended
Grade: 43 out of 100
98Restaurantswithin 10 km
24Attractionswithin 10 km
Dicanituan Island Barangay 5, Coron, Busuanga Island 5316 Philippines
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The best thing about staying in Discovery Island Resort is that it provides an island-feel, isolated setting from the chaotic urban atmosphere that you have in Coron town which is sadly urbanizing fast and feeling too much touristy already compared 10 years ago , the last time I visited Coron. Here, you can still feel that you really left the city and settled in a more slow life communing with nature and the sea which I believe most people look after when they plan to have their vacation in Coron. The resort doesn't have a Dive Center anymore. The plan to change the business name is on the works. It partners with Neptune Dive Center in town for their guests who wish to experience diving the wrecks of Coron. This place has basic amenities, clean rooms, inviting pool and a fairly wide area to do basic hiking. For me, the most important asset this resort has to offer is the friendly and accomodating staff that took care of me during my entire stay. Shoutout to Rizza, the resort manager, Paul and Ja, the restaurant managers and the boatmen: Noel, Edward, John Rey, Kimson and Tito Nars. Yes, you need to be transported via a banca to go to Lualhati Port in Coron Town and they will fetch you free also from there before 9pm and you can request also to be fetched even late in the evenings as long as you advise the reception desk for a small fee. Overall, I had a relaxing stay in this resort. I am mostly out for the whole day as I did diving and island hopping during my stay here but going back in the evenings to rest and recuperate in the pool was a bliss. The food served in the restaurant also taste good. A perfect setup I could say. This has been a good vacation for me, a great way to start my summer in the Philippines. In case I'll be back again in Coron, I will again choose to stay in this resort.…
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Date of stay: April 2023Trip type: Traveled solo
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Room Tip: Go and Book this Resort to really feel an island, rural, rustic experience in your stay in Coron!
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We had a reunion of old friends and classmates here and while it sometimes was physically tiring, it was well worth the trip. The resort is well maintained though certain portions were undergoing renovation. It has a nice beach front and we had 2 dinners on the beach to maximize our stay. It might be difficult to access some places in the resort as the terrain is up and down and not all stretches are evenly paved . Certain rooms also pose a challenge as they are a couple of stories up with no hand rails to hold onto. At night, it can be a bit dark to walk around in some areas. The rooms are spacious and nicely appointed. The resort staff was helpful from the time we were picked up from the airport to the van ride to the private pier to get on the boat to bring us to the island resort. Food was plentiful with a wide variety to choose from. You can opt to go island hopping or just laze around the swimming pool. Truly a trip worth taking and one for the memory books. Two thumbs up.…
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Date of stay: January 2023Trip type: Traveled with friends
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We stayed at discovery island for 3 nights. If you want something quiet and close to Coron town, that is the place! The room was inside a private bungallow, it was big, nicely furnished and perfeclty clean. The restaurant was good and not expensive. Staff were super nice and very helpful. They pick you up from Coron pier when you want and drive you back anytime, it's only a 5 minutes boat drive. We recommend this place to watch the sunset from their peer!
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Date of stay: December 2022Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Catching a small boat over to the hotel on a small island set up our stay nicely. Even though it is in sight of Coron it felt like a remote tropical island. The staff mostly did a good job; service was friendly and quick. The rooms are basic but big, clean, and watching the sunset out the front was a great ending for a busy day. The restaurant had a mostly western menu with comparable prices to other restaurants in Coron. There was no hot water in the shower. There where no mosquito nets over the beds. There was rubbish in the mangroves that would have been so easy to pick up (and while we where there we did). Plastic outdoor furniture has a cheap feel and it could be replaced with bamboo to fit the surroundings.
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Date of stay: January 2020
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Quiet place gives a great feeling of a real get away..away from "reality". You can really feel relaxed. We're checked in for 4 days, 3 nights. First advice is to double check with the resort upon booking, wether your room is air conditioned or not, depending on what you prefer. We booked through their website. We thought or maybe took for granted that all rooms were AC:ed. It wasn't 100% clear on their site. But this matter didn't bother us much at all, since we had 2 electric fans and the nights and early mornings can be cold. Though AC can be nice sometimes for example upon first arrival and every arrival from tours, etc. The resort has an awesome nature, great ambiance..love it! The resort offers tours and massages. Another advice though is to still compare with tour agancies outside the resort. FYI massages are given in your own respective room, some could like it, some may not. For us, it was 50/50, we expected a different area at the resort. It was nice that you can rest directly after massage, downside are the non massage friendly beds and if there are 2 of you having massage in the bed.. yeah you can imagine the space. But it was ofc still good :). We really recommend this place. Romantic, family friendly island resort👌🏼. …
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Date of stay: February 2020Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Discovery Island is a great little resort. The ten minute boat ride from Coron to the island really sets it apart. Our room was comfortable with quiet and efficient air conditioning. The bar and restaurant are open-air but that suits the atmosphere of the place. The food is a mix of Philippines standards and typical tourist thing such as pizza and burgers. The bar is fine as far as it went but was a bit slack in terms of stocking (no tonic water!). The staff and management were lovely and friendly - but hey, it's the Philippines! The private boat tour was very good indeed - vastly better than the big boats operating from Coron. The airport transfer works exactly as described. Just be sure to leave enough time to work through airport security on the way out.
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Date of stay: January 2020
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Room Tip: The newer rooms have aircon. Best to check first as without AC would be quite uncomfortable.
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We stayed here for 6 days in Dec 2019. The staff were amazing and very friendly. The service was great and the restaurant food was very good. The room was really nice with a view of the bay. Aircon worked great. Hot water worked too. Ariza and the team (Thanks Starky and Lorna) go above and beyond to ensure guests are happy, which made us cancel our other resort and come back to Discovery. The resort is set among a natural mangrove environment., Its calm and peaceful and away from the town. That said we went pretty crazy a few nights with kareoke and the bar area going off. You can walk all the way around the island too. Pool area is awesome for relaxing, with a infinity style overflow and its close to the bar. We were a couple, but this is good for family's, groups and solo travelers. Free ferry all day/evening to the town is also a great service. We never waited more than 15mins, at either end. There is a small pebble beach, but dont expect white sand beach, it is not advertised as such and doesn't claim to have one, but this didnt change our experience at all. Thanks so much Discovery, I hope to come back some day.…
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Date of stay: December 2019
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Room Tip: Get a room with aircon in the large block. Request second floor.
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My husband and I stayed at the hotel from December 1 th til December 6 th. The hotel is placed on a little island near Coron. The surroundings is peaceful and quiet which is nice. The staff was smiling and kindly. Although we were unsatisfied with the service. When we told the staff that we wanted to rent a kajak at the place we were told that it was no problem. But when we got to the reception a couple of hours later we were told there was no paddles to the kajaks while a former customer broke the last one. Furthermore we only got our room cleaned once. So overall we it was an okay hotel but don't expect to much of it.
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Date of stay: December 2019Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Discovery Island is 10 min boatride from Coron Town. There is only this resort on the island, so enough space, privacy and nature for all guests. Rooms and bungalows are nicely equipped, clean and most of them have ocean view. The pool area is beautiful and hamocks are inviting for a nap on every verandah. The restaurant offers all kind of dishes from french press coffee to burgers and pizza. In case you want to hit the town, there es a boat whenever you need. So escape is easy and after noisy time in town I have always been happy back in my small paradise.
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Date of stay: November 2019
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Room Tip: For sure bungalows are better than rooms, and it is worth it.
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My sister, her boyfriend, and I stayed here for three days and thought that this was such a great deal for what they offered. The airport pickup and dropoff was seamless, and getting to and from town on their boats is pretty easy, too. There are lots of places to relax around the property and the staff is so helpful! We booked a private boat tour with them, which was amazing. Our guide, Joyce, is so funny and sweet and timed everything so we missed the crowds! HIGHLY RECOMMEND!
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Date of stay: November 2019
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PRICE RANGE
US$31 - US$74 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
ALSO KNOWN AS
discovery divers resort coron hotel coron, discovery divers hotel
LOCATION
PhilippinesMimaropaPalawan ProvinceBusuanga IslandCoron
NUMBER OF ROOMS
14
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Frequently Asked Questions about Discovery Island Resort
Which popular attractions are close to Discovery Island Resort?
Nearby attractions include Pirates Tavern Bar (0.9 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Discovery Island Resort?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include an on-site restaurant, a lounge, and airport transportation.
What food & drink options are available at Discovery Island Resort?
Guests can enjoy an on-site restaurant, a lounge, and barbeque facilities during their stay.
What are some restaurants close to Discovery Island Resort?
Conveniently located restaurants include Hermanos Tapas and Wine Bar, Kawayanan Grill Station, and Asia Grand View Hotel Restaurant.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Discovery Island Resort?
Yes, guests have access to an infinity pool during their stay.
Does Discovery Island Resort have an airport shuttle?
Yes, Discovery Island Resort offers an airport shuttle for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Does Discovery Island Resort have airport transportation?
Yes, Discovery Island Resort offers airport transportation for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Discovery Island Resort?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English and Filipino.
Does Discovery Island Resort have any great views?
Yes, guests often enjoy the bay view available here.