Club Paradise

Small resort with a limited number of ocean-facing cottages, a gorgeous white sandy beach and views of scenic, hilly Busuanga Island on the other side of the turquoise water. Lots of smiling, friendly staff, including good natured teenage trainees from a local school. Quiet atmosphere of lazy abandonment, beautiful, modern pool and water sports available weather permitting. Island hopping tours offered by resort get cancelled easily depending on sea conditions so keep your expectations low. Numerous personal touches include a complimentary welcome foot massage, welcome Christmas cup cakes and a daily delivery to your door of fresh morning coffee and local pan de sal sweet buns. Wi-if is not bad at all, at some times actually really good. Thanks to an accomplished Thai chef the restaurant serves an extensive variety of Asian and Western dishes all at very reasonable prices (most dishes not exceeding US $10). Shuttle service (van and boat) from and to the airport is efficient and flexible to fit different arrival and departure schedules. Food massages available in the spa. We did not sign up but saw people on scuba diving trips.

Few and non-critical. I am just picky in fairness to those who have an annoying habit of comparing everything to Ritz Carlton. The cottages are rustic and very small. There is only one spot on the floor where you can open a suitcase but then you won’t be able to open the main door or enter the bathroom. Big gaps between doors misaligned to their frames may be of concern to those who have heard about obscure conditions called malaria and dengue fever endemic in this area. If you bring your own mosquito net the staff offers to set it up for you in the room. A/C unit above the window is powerful to the point that it gets freezing cold within seconds and you have to turn it off unless you brought a fur coat. Because the room is not sealed well it then gets hot again within minutes and the game starts over. Getting used to sleeping with an AC remote in your hand doesn’t take long. Ceiling fan helps. Warm water in the shower is a hit or miss. I never had a pleasure of experiencing it during a three day stay although my wife says she was lucky once. The beautiful laid back atmosphere of an uncrowded tropical paradise and lots of breathtaking photo ops is what you get for your money but even that may be elusive as large groups also arrive here suddenly for wedding parties, proposal parties and similar events. There was one well behaved group from Europe later during our stay but admittedly kept their distance and turned out to be just a scare. Overall, Club Paradise delivers promised tropical fun and I wouldn’t hesitate to return anytime.

The location is stunning, with an island rimmed with white beaches. You will feel isolated yet completely taken care of, with the amenities of home. We were welcomed with a Club Paradise theme song played by the band, an introduction to the manager, and a foot bath. The island has a very nice pool and serves delicious food.

All I can fault is the poor wifi, which was explained upon arrival by staff. Although, this didn't bother us as there is wifi in areas of the resort, and a tv with an extensive channel list. Although this could cause problems for travellers with need of wifi for work.

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The location is amazing and eco- friendly. Super staff which are always there to assist and the small complementary surprises & gifts! We had the best welcome ever, they are singing by the guitar!