維通海灘度假村

We were there off season, only people there. Staff were friendly and helpful.

We arrived a day early but they were very friendly and accommodating. We stayed 3 nights, predominantly as we wanted a little R&R in between travelling plus of course there’s the whale shark centre next door to the resort. We only dined in the restaurant for breakfast, which was ok. We tended to dine out each evening at BARcuda where they serve fresh and very delicious fish and seafood, definitely worth a visit. That said, we spoke to other guests who dined in and they enjoyed it. The hotel was good, but a little dated and tired in places but perfectly clean, tidy etc. you do have to request room servicing but for a short stay we didn’t bother. The staff were all super friendly, helpful and smiley. A great spot for 2-3 days but I’d struggle to be in Donsol for longer, although it does depend on how lucky you are when you go out on the whale watching trip (we were lucky that they were sighted on the day of our trip) and we were fortunate to see and swim with them.

Convenient location next to Whale-shark snorkeling center and the meeting point for diving around Manta Bowl & San Miguel area. Good hospitality service and food is tasty. However, bed & bedsheet are pretty much outdated. I think the building near swimming pool may be better.

We recently stayed 4 nights. The gardens are lovely , well kept and the pool is clean. the staff are on hand and really nice and helpful. Going the extra mile to help with arranging SIM cards, taxis etc. The restaurant is okay, the food basic but they do do a lovely curry but the portions are small. The rooms are very very very tired. Cracked leaking toilets , sinks which also leaked and sheets which had holes in them. Air con is so loud you can’t leave it on and sleep. The problem is the staff made our stay enjoyable , assisting with the leaks and were so nice that it’s hard to give a lower score. The owners need to do some serious investment into the rooms instead of just charging high prices due to its location to the Whale Sharks.

Good reception by the staff and the location is quite quiet and have direct access to the beach with a beautiful pool. There is a restaurant with excellent service. The room itself would deserve a refresh as it seems a little old but depending on the reference of all the customers. All activities can be managed with the very kindness of the hotel staff!