The Gabayan Riviera

Place is ok for a family trip or couple trip. Great view and fairly new hotel. It’s slightly distant from the more lively areas so better for a relaxing getaway.

The property sits in a beautiful setting, they also provided free fresh bread in the mornings to our room. Overall the food and the restaurant was just OK and a little pricey. The staff went out of their way to make us feel at home and comfortable. This is a nice quiet, relaxing place overall it pretty well kept. I would recommend this place if you want a nice quiet, place to relax and unwind.

Location wise, it is not near the party area which isa San Juan. The hotel is located in Lazi where most of the tourist spots are located but if you are a party goer, the hotel is quite far. But the hotel may call for a transportation. Signal - There is no mobile signal in the hotel. They have wifi but there were times that the wifi was so slow and its a bit frustrating since you have no other access as your mobile data will not work. Room - very spacious. They have mini fridge, a TV and electric kettle. The TV has netflix, YT. They have cabinets. Hot and cold shower is available. Their blanket is not a comforter, it is just plain flat blanket. They provide towels. Amenities - they have swimming pool but it was not warm which is not an issue. You can lounge in the couch while having you tan. Staff - they were friendly and very accommodating. They have this walkie talkie so you can contact them if you have questions or requests. Restaurant - food was great and they offer a variety of menu. The whole place is so quiet that if you want a relaxing stay, this hotel is great except for the absence of mobile signal.

The room was large, the view (Ocean) was the best I have ever had from a hotel room. We had the room closest to the restaurant and closest to the beach. It was amazing. There was a very comfortable patio in front or our room. The rooms were built in groups of 2 or 3 rooms per building. The restaurant was only a 20 second walk and was very good. Our first day I tried to order bacon and eggs but they had no bacon. They got some overnight so I could order it the next morning. All the staff were very friendly and very helpful. The pool was built on 3 levels and was very nice. The resort is by itself at the end of a short rood off the main highway. The price was terrific. If there's a downside it's that you have to take a ferry from Dumaguete (an hour) to get to Siquior and then it's about 25 minutes by van to the resort. Amazing location!