Red Picnic Hostel Panglao vs Similar Hotels

Rooms are described as big, pretty, and comfortable.

Rooms reported to be spacious and comfortable; however, some improvements like more furniture have been suggested.

Rooms described as spacious and good value, but multiple issues reported: aging rooms, broken or noisy fixtures, occasional malfunctioning AC (though replaced), lack of kitchenware in villas and thin/insufficient bedding—slightly below average.

No specific complaints, but overall comfort is implied.

Some concerns about the cleanliness of sheets, but overall maintained hygiene.

Guests reported ants in the room and lizards present, indicating issues with cleanliness.

Mixed reports: several guests praised cleanliness (very clean, well-maintained pool) but multiple complaints about old, dirty fixtures, stains on towels, ants and cockroaches in cupboards—overall below the target due to these hygiene issues.

Some comments about trash left near the property and request for better upkeep.

Somewhat far from the main tourist area but accessible by taxi.

Location praised for being quiet and close to beautiful beaches.

Generally good location: close to the beach, quiet and shaded property; some drawbacks noted (remote, few nearby restaurants, rough driveway or 10 min tuk-tuk to tourist area), so kept at the target as overall sentiment is mixed-positive.

Multiple mentions of a prime location close to the beach.

Staff is consistently described as amazing, helpful, and friendly.

Mixed reviews about service; some guests found staff helpful while others felt they received little attention.

Consistently strong positive feedback: staff repeatedly described as very friendly, accommodating, polite and helpful; many guests specifically praise reception and workers, so service is rated high to reflect this strength.

Staff is consistently described as super nice and helpful.

Food quality is mentioned positively.

Complaints about the lack of breakfast options and issues with excursion pricing.

Mixed feedback: some guests loved the breakfast (called amazing), others found breakfast sparse or complained that extra items cost more; no lunch/dinner options at the property for some guests—slightly below target.

Breakfast is enjoyed; flexibility with meals is mentioned.

Facilities such as pool and restaurant are appreciated.

Good amenities including a pool and a possibility to rent scooters directly on-site.

Strong points: well-maintained pool(s), some units with private pools; weaknesses include very limited F&B options (breakfast-only in places), no microwave/kitchenware for villas, occasional poor TV/Wi‑Fi—overall slightly above average due to excellent pool facilities.

Basic amenities are available including breakfast service on the terrace.

Considered affordable for the comfort and services offered.

Competitive pricing perceived as good value for the services provided.

Multiple guests noted good price-to-quality ratio ('you get what you pay for', good property for the price). Positive perceptions of value justify a high rating.

The affordable pricing is appreciated, particularly for the location.