L'Astrolabe - Private Beach

The location is perfect. you have a private secluded little beach in front, and you get to sleep to the sound of waves hitting the beach. The staff were very friendly and generous and provided me helpful information about my tour. You can also rent a scooter from them if you want to go around the island.

limited places to eat nearby.

The place was very serene & truly breathtaking. I got the whole place to myself given I stayed during weekdays and lean season. The beach in front was such a view! You can tell you're in a natural paradise in this place. They provided soap and 2-towels.

The 4"-5" thick bed could be thicker / firmer given it's just laying on the bamboo floor. I can feel the corrugation beneath making it uncomfortable. It's a 3-4minutes climb from the room / descend from the parking lot and the path was very steep with little to no lighting at night. I get it's a place to disconnect but, oh boy how disconnected I was to everything. Even from the caretaker's home, the rooms were far. They also don't provide drinking water. The wifi signal was very shaky. It wasn't rainy when I stayed here. If you intend to work while on vacation and your work is internet-dependent, this place is not for you. Also, if you intend to stay here, I'd suggest to bring your own food because restaurants / eateries are quite far PLUS the hike to get to the road from the room was really really really far. I can't emphasize enough on that.

The accommodation is very secluded - so make sure you are ready for a 15-20mins trekking. On the national road, very few tricycle are available for pick up, so make sure you make arrangements or have contact ahead of time. The private place is very nice, beddings are clean, even common toilet is clean and tidy. Nonetheless, the staffs are very accommodating, helpful and friendly.

No cellular data or signal available. But they have wifi available. Transportation is a somehow challenging, most specially the trekking all the way down to the accommodation, but trekking goibg to national highway is much more complicated and tiring, trust me. If you are not physically fit, don't choose this place, but if you are physical fit, you can climb well. (Imagine us climbing up around 3:30am in order to catch up with the Binurong Point sunrise--lol, all we do for the sake of adventure). Hahaha.

We had an amazing stay, as a couple, we were looking for a quiet, peaceful place to relax and this was exactly what we needed. The atmosphere was so calm and serene, a place were we feel we've been trully disconnected from the busy work. We could say that services was exceptional, all the staff are accomodating and with this experience and beautiful place we will definitely get back here.

this place is a real jewel as one is in a beautiful chalet right on the beach in the middle of paradise! Both the view & the 24-hour sound of the waves is very relaxing & therapeutic. Usually my wife & I are constantly busy with excursions & explorations but in this case, we spent most of our time at or near the hotel as it was so special! There are a few local restaurants & small shops about 1km away, so that was very helpful. Staff are friendly & helped us with our suitcases.

everything was great! We highly recommend this unique place.

Perfect location with the private beach 🌴

Amazing location. Private beach. A great place to relax and unwind. The owners went above and beyond to help me when I needed it. I can't wait to go back

I am a solo traveler who works remotely and is visiting Catanduanes for the first time. I am worried and anxious frequently. But, the owner and staff have been extremely accommodating with all my inquiries. They provided me with a sense of ease and safety. The staff provided me with assistance in arranging tours and activities as well.

Frequent power outages on the island, it's just short durations, the longest part was 4 hours during the afternoon. (This is UNCONTROLLABLE by the resort owner by the way. I just wanted to let you know and share that if there is NO power, there is NO WiFi as well. The resort's WiFi is the only working internet service in the area, FYI.

If you want to live an experience far from the noisy city crowd and find some innerpeace in the middle of the nature, you definitily found the right spot. You just have 2 very tidy bungalows (one small for single or couples and one familial one) in front of a small private beach. The short path going down to the bungalows is serpenting through the forest and offering very nice points of view, keeping you isolated from the road. Perfect to cut yourself off the civilisation for a couple of lazy days and for a very fair price !

The place was super nice… 😊

Siguro mas nice pag may staff din na mgsstay sa lugar. Then yung sabitan lng ng towel and clothes sa cr po. Haha

I loved how private the resort is specially the kubo area. Perfect venue for honeymoon. Also the owners are very accommodating. Also the tilapia in the fishpond are very delicious

No electricity though there are solar lights and efan that lasts for a couple of hours only (3-4 hrs) The resort is very steep and the accommodation isn’t applicable small kids, senior citizens and PWDz

The place is perfect for solitude and tranquility. A short 2km walk to the next village can supply you with food water. All the basics are there. If you E anything to complain about then you’re missing the point.

That being said :)) there were workman there building a secondary property on the 2nd and 3rd days which did shatter my illusions of paradise. Best to check before booking that this work is completed , unless you want the company.

The biggest plus is undoubtedly its affordable rates, especially the hut by the beachside. The rates are reasonable, making it an attractive option for those looking to experience Catanduanes without breaking the bank. Another plus is its location. Nestled away from Puraran Beach, L'Astrolabe offers a serene retreat for those seeking to be off the grid. With nothing but the waves and the chirping of crickets in the evening, the setting is perfect for those who are looking for solace and rejuvenation. The staff is welcoming, and ever-ready to assist. Their genuine hospitality adds a personal touch to the stay, making guests feel like they are part of a family.

While the isolated location contributes to the tranquil atmosphere, it can be a double-edged sword. The lack of nearby dining options means that guests need to bring their own meals or be prepared to travel to Puraran. (Guests can fish for their own meals at the pond, though. Also, according to the owner, they plan to open a restaurant soon.) For those reliant on staying connected, the lack of electric outlets and Wi-Fi may at the hut might present a challenge as well. Finally, the paths are not PWD- nor senior-friendly, so the place is really for fit travelers.

It is a really exceptional experience to be directly at the beach and hear the waves while falling asleep! The owners are extremely helpful and kind! It was a great pleasure to stay at the Kobo!

Solar panels could be placed a bit better to ensure electricity on cloudy days.