Kawayan Hostel

Location

Malamok

The room was clean

The staff was not so nice We had stomach problems and the toilet didn't work And every time we had to beg the staff to fix the toilet that didn't work and on top of that we had to ask for paper two hundred times a day because they forgot about us Small room but for 2 nights it's bearable

Die Lage war gut und wir konnten direkt vor Ort einen Scooter mieten. Das Check-In und Check-Aus ging schnell und reibungslos. Die Zimmer waren gross.

Oftmals am Morgen früh mit Bauarbeiten gestartet. Die Unterkunft ist sehr feucht und hat einen unangenehmen Geruch.

Unser Zimmer war von Schimmel befallen, was wir dem Personal direkt mitgeteilt haben. Sie waren sehr unfreundlich und nicht hilfreich hilfsbereit. Wir haben un Rückerstattung gebeten, da wir direkt eine andere Unterkunft gesucht haben. Diese steht seit einem Monat noch aus… sehr schade. Die Bilder täuschen leider…

Cómodo completo y personal amable te facilita la moto!

Algo caro calidad - precio

the place is comfortable, quiet, and the staff ate very accomodating

We liked the very spacious and clean room, which was perfect and comfortable for our group of four.

There was little to no Wi‑Fi connection (or it was very poor), we didn’t get a chance to meet any staff or manager which made the place feel self‑service, and the road going to the property was very bumpy and difficult to access.

מיקום

הכל ברמה מאוד מאוד נמוכה ולא מתוחזק בכלל . אין תמורה לכסף לא אחזור לשם

Highly recommend a great location to stay in siargao.

None everything went well

🌺 A Siargao Stay That Feels Like Paradise — 10/10! If you’re looking for the perfect blend of island chill, warm hospitality, and great value, Kawayan Hostel absolutely delivers. From the moment you arrive, you’ll be greeted with genuine Filipino warmth and a serene atmosphere that makes you feel instantly at home. 🌿 Cozy, Comfortable & Relaxing Every room — whether private or dorm — is thoughtfully designed for comfort. Guests often mention how comfy the beds are, the good water pressure, hot showers, and the quiet vibe that helps you recharge after Siargao’s adventures. The lush greenery and garden spaces add a calming tropical feel to your stay. 🤝 Staff & Hospitality That Stand Out What truly makes Kawayan special is the staff — friendly, attentive, and ready to help with anything you need. Many travelers rave about how accommodating they are, from answering questions to helping organize transport, scooter rentals, or local tips. Their welcoming attitude turns a simple stay into a memorable experience. 📍 Location & Vibe Set in a peaceful area of General Luna, the hostel strikes the perfect balance: close enough to restaurants, beaches, and surf spots, yet far enough from the busy tourist noise for restful nights. The walking distance to local spots makes it easy to explore by foot or scooter. 🍃 Great Value for Money Many guests love how much you get for what you pay — clean, comfy rooms, free Wi-Fi, shared kitchen facilities, and a relaxed tropical ambiance without breaking the bank. Perfect for backpackers, solo travelers, or small groups. 🤩 The Overall Verdict: 10/10 Kawayan Hostel isn’t just a place to sleep — it’s part of your Siargao experience. Friendly service, snug accommodations, and that welcoming island vibe make it a standout stay on the island. Whether you’re chasing waves, sunsets, or just a chill getaway, this place is a fantastic home base.

Really nice rooms and garden, comfortable and clean

Could have better chilling area

The care taker is very accommodating

Leaks on the ceiling and front part of aircon

The caretaker is so kind and generous. They always accommodate our questions and needs. The best hostel so far!

Its cozy, feels like home and the staff were so warm and accommodating!

Personal muy amable

Accessibility and staff were hospitable

The beds are super comfy, the AC is noisy but works, there is a additional fan in the room, hot water and good water pressure. Free water and excess to a simple shared kitchen area. The garden area is kinda overgrown but it actually looks really nice and adds to a cozy feeling tucked into a small jungle.

It's very noisy. The walls are incredibly thin so your peacefulness is dependent on your neighbours. Unfortunately we were frequently disturbed throughout our stay. We could hear the people in the room next to us snoring, we could also hear them use the bathroom in every detail. There are a lot of people coming in and out all the time on scooters through the garden area. Not an issue in its self but as this place is set a little out of town so you may choose it with the idea of it being quite and peaceful but we found it not to be. This isn't necessarily the properties fault, but its certainly worth a mention if you are a light sleeper. For the price I would expect not to hear the neighbours breathe.

Comfortable and easy access to the city and beach. and the staff is all accommodating and easy to deal.,

Comfortable and easy access to the city and beach. and the staff is all accommodating and easy to deal.,

-Ample size of room for a good Price -Surroundings are better for a budget hostel. Full of greeneries on day and lights at night.

More rooms please. They are always fully booked so we can’t extend our stay.

Value for money, didnt expect luxury. lots of trees and plants, it was a little messy in the area due to their new rooms being built.

Exiting the area is tricky when raining due to unpaved road it was a little messy in the area due to their new rooms.

The owners were absolutely lovely made the stay 10 times better. They were so helpful and accommodated all our needs. The yard is very beautiful. The room was nice, bed was a little bit small for two people and bathroom didn’t dry well.

Private room, shared mini kitchen, trees, plants and vegetation that gave it a tropical jungle feel.

AC blew cold but wasn't sufficient to make the room cold. I did give it time, but I didn't want to bother host as I showed up later in the evening. Shower floor want graded properly so the water stayed in the middle of the shower/toilet room. Needs more electrical outlet close to bed and maybe luggage stand so bags aren't on the floor.

It was affordable and at a good location near the center.

Room No. 2 needs repair in the CR, considering it couldn't properly drain the used water.

The owners are so nice

Everything was ok

Almost everything! Great wifi, room, host, facilities were great

The mattress was quite thin and so were the walls. Really great value for money though, I’d definitely come back

Accomodating Staff Nice ambiance

Nothing in particular

Accommodating staffs and free access of kitchen, free drinking water.

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Perfectly decribed on their website description. Not too close yet not too far also from the main street of fun. It’s actually walking distance if you love to walk but not so close that you can have a quiet night to rest for next day’s activity.

No AC on brown out but it’s alright. They are providing electric fans as alternative as the generator can’t provide enough for all ACs. Still a great blessing couz they are the only or one of a few budget hostels that has generator during black outs.

The staff is super caring and friendly! When I was moving I couldn’t take all our stuff on the bike at once so they even drove with me to bring the stuff. Also the kitchen is super well equipped and I absolutely love the tranquil atmosphere, the garden is like a beautiful jungle.

Only point that was less is that the bed was too small for us. I believe for a couple it might do but I shared it with my brother and that was a bit too tight.

Staffs are very accommodating and friendly.

The hosts were responsive, very accommodating, and helpful with our requests.

Lovely Place with wonderful garden. The hosts were super nice and we got scooters for a very good price. I think for this price it’s a good deal. Nothing fancy but you have everything you need. Bed, shower, toilet, table, ac

It was difficult to close and open the door. I needed the help of my partner to get in and out haha The towls were weird. As Soft like a blanket.

I extended my stay at Kawayan Hostel. Technically, I stayed 16 nights here. I LOVE IT! I would recommend it to everyone. I will surely be back here. :)

I really like my room; it feels just like my room in my hometown. It has the same blackout curtains, a sliding door, and the same wall paint color. It's amazing! I feel right at home. The staff are friendly and welcoming. I appreciate the quietness of the neighborhood—it's perfect if you're looking for a peaceful place to stay. The Wi-Fi is fast and reliable, and they also have a generator, so I don't have to worry about power outages.

Sometimes, the water pressure in the shower isn't strong, which affects the flow from the showerhead. While they offer both hot and cold water, the hot shower isn't really hot; it tends to be more lukewarm. However, this doesn't significantly impact my overall experience at this place.

Good location, close to the center but in a quiet area.

There was a power cut and it took them a couple of days to be able to get a generator to provide electricity, water and wifi.

Kawayan Hostel - A Perfect Stay in Siargao Kawayan Hostel is hands down one of the best places to stay in Siargao! From the moment you step into this charming hostel, you are welcomed by a cozy, laid-back atmosphere that instantly makes you feel at home. The staff is incredibly friendly and attentive, always going out of their way to ensure you have a memorable stay. The rooms are clean, spacious, and thoughtfully designed with a blend of rustic charm and modern comfort. Whether you're staying in a dorm or a private room, the facilities are top-notch, offering everything you need for a relaxing stay. The beds are super comfy, and the air conditioning works perfectly to keep you cool after a long day of adventure. The hostel's location is another highlight – it's just a short walk to the beach and close to local cafes and restaurants, so you’re never far from everything you need. It's the perfect base for exploring General Luna and the rest of Siargao Island. One of the best features of Kawayan Hostel is the vibrant community. It's easy to meet fellow travelers in the common areas or during their fun, organized events. You’ll find a lot of opportunities to connect, whether you're joining a surf session, taking a group trip to nearby islands, or simply chatting with other guests over a drink. The vibe here is incredibly relaxed, and the beautiful bamboo architecture only adds to the tropical experience, a great start to your day in paradise! Overall, I couldn’t recommend Kawayan Hostel more. Whether you're looking for a fun and social atmosphere or a peaceful retreat, this place has it all. 10/10 for its fantastic service, location, and unforgettable vibe!

No! All I really like is Kawayan Hostel.

We had a nice stay at Kawayan hostel, the family that lives there is really welcoming, the rooms are nice and the location is great, i recommend

Nothing, we had to leave after our first night. We booked for three nights there

Loud, dirty and stinky very stinky room

Room, once moved, was clean. Ok location. Out of the noise of General Luna but only 5 mins walk to the main street.

The first room we were given smelled of mould, no fan or window in the bathroom and the door didn't close properly. Staff were hesitant to move us, especially the guy. But after some persistence, the woman in charge finally did move us to a better room, but there were still problems. E.g. bathroom door fell off the hinge within a day. The sink was leaking from the pipe. Glass on the door was coming apart from the frame. The aircon was very loud. We were there for 6 nights with no cleaning offered and no fresh towels. We also had to provide our own toilet roll. The water pressure was awful. Common kitchen was filthy and frequently occupied by the owners and family members. Didn't feel like it was a space for guests to use. Electricity cut out, which we were warned in advance happens often, but only for a short time. However we did end up having a cut for 8+hours. During this time, there was no water. Rooms not as pictured. The place was very worn. They offer bike rental and we were told via Booking messenger it was 400php per day, but whilst there they tried to charge 500php per day. Found somewhere around the corner offering better value. Very disappointed with our stay. Moved to a different hostel with better facilities, better customer care, more comfortable and 1/3 cheaper per night (Sunlit Hostel).

It is a cute garden during day but during the night it can be scary with the small rat running around.

I am writing to express my dissatisfaction with my recent stay at your hotel on. While I had expected a comfortable and pleasant experience, several issues unfortunately marred my visit. Firstly, the door to my room was very difficult to close properly. This was inconvenient and concerning, as it impacted my sense of security during the stay. In addition, the mattress in my room was extremely thin and uncomfortable, making it hard to get a good night’s sleep. To top it off, I observed a rat running around in the garden during the evening, which was both alarming and unhygienic. This incident raised serious concerns about the cleanliness and maintenance of the property. I trust you will take the necessary actions to address these issues, and I would appreciate a response regarding the steps you will take to ensure a better experience for future guests. Thank you for your attention to this matter.

You can cook here for free and the staff working here are really friendly and nice. You can rent motorbikes here too.

The bathroom door in Room #3 was collapsing, I reported it but it wasn't fixed. I didn't care much as we only stayed for two nights

The location is great, the staff are great they are friendly and attentive

The big spiders keep coming back we killed 3 spiders and they are big ones

I love how quiet their area is. The room is pretty decent for its price.

We stayed for 4 days and 3 nights, I wish on our 2nd night stay they offered to at least make up our room. Maybe because we didn't tell them to but I really wish they offered.

Super love the people taking care of this place. Ang babait nila at accomodating. The place is very near sa lahat. May kitchen which is great kasi nakakapagluto kami anytime. Salamat nga marami, Siargao and Kawayan Hostel🫶

None. Everything is perfect!

Everything was clean and good location

Lack of pressure in the shower and small room

Súper nice place, always when I visit General luna stay there, really clean, outside of the noise part of the town, but close to everything.

Nothing, all perfect

Perfect place to stay in gl, super clean, hot water, quiet. 100% recommend.

Nothing

need to improve cleanliness.. theres alot of big rats running infront of our room☹️☹️☹️☹️

the location

Near Tourism Road. Accesible to restaurants.

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The value for money for a private room was great. Wifi works really well and it's somehow near to the center.

The sliding door was heave and hard to lock sometimes. Toilet door hinges is broken, had to put the screw back many times, also, it could use a bit of cleaning.

I like the room a lot

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Lovely room, kind staff, can rent motorbikes from them for a good price. Location is good - a walk away from restaurants and cafes.

The toulet flush didn’t work a lot of the time. Had to use the bucket and water in the bathroom. We did tell the staff twice and both times they kindly fixed it but it kept breaking/not flushing.

It was near to the Tourism Road

The first thing would be their room. They gave us a place that had a sliding door that was so hard to lock. We had to use strength to be able to lock it. The second, the bathroom does not have a divider for when you take a bath so the floor was constantly wet from showering even when you just want to pee.

Great little spot down a quiet street. Cheap motorbike hire and staff were very friendly and approachable. It was perfect for our time in Siargao. It is a little bit away from the main street (20 mins) but not too bad.

The property was super idyllic, easy walk to the Main Street with lots of restaurants but just far enough that is was super quiet at night. Super responsive on booking.com to any questions we had during our stay and they were able to provide a scooter at the accommodation which was really useful as well as organising a van to the airport! Would definitely stay again!

The staff was very helpful all the time. I recommend the place a lot

Nothing to say here

This was a really nice hostel/ hotel and we loved our stay. The rooms are fairly basic (but exactly how it was shown in the pictures, so no issues here). The AC was good, as was the location and the staff were super friendly. One night we had a large spider in our bathroom which I asked if they could get rid off as we were too scared to do ourselves and he came back to kill it with all of his excited kids - great service! We also rented a motorbike off them one day and the price was really reasonable, about 250 pesos for the day. We had no issues here and would definitely recommend Kawayan.

The sink drained really slowly in our room, but really that's a non-issue in the grand scheme of things.

Very nice and helpful staff, helped book multiple tours and supply motorbikes for rental in a good location and rooms were very comfortable

Really nice staff. Comfortable room, clean & good aircon. Would return if I came back to Siargao.

Pillows could be a bit more comfortable but not too big of an issue

Booked for one night, owner asked us if we wanted to extend and as we said we had another place booked he didn’t explain anything zero comments just pointed where our door was and we never saw him again, even checked out we tried find him to handle the keys but no luck. Not recommended at all

Location is good, close to the main road and church. Price is very good compared to other options

Rooms are quite small, a/c quite noisy and you need to buy your own toilet paper ( which we fell like misery)

Room was simple and relatively clean. Garden is very pretty. Easy to get in touch with staff thanks to leaving WhatsApp number. Wifi was decent I did a couple of calls for work. I will say that the owners seem to actually care. When I complained about the bugs they did do a clean of the washroom and a complementary clean of the bedroom as well in good faith. It seems like a new place so maybe they have some growing pains to figure out.

Bathroom was full of bugs like ants, worms and juvenile cockroaches. Bathroom steadily smelled worse and worse until on my last day is was unbearable. It's kind of close to the main area but there are places to stay that are closer.

It was the an unplanned trip booked the last minute.

We like it but wish they have a dipper in the bathroom 👍

The room is really cute with comfy bed. I am really happy I chose to stay at this place while I was in Siargao. They have a rack where you can hang your wet clothes. At night, the place is quiet so I am happy with that. They also have a kitchen for all which I think you can cook here if you like. The only thing I wasn’t happy was the wifi but I know that this is the case in the entire Philippines, not their fault. The staffs are friendly and attend to your needs quickly. The amount I paid was definitely worth it. If I ever go back to Siargao I will book again on this place.

The place itself. We also love that we can cook and the kitchenwares are already provided.

Not that I can think of.

Such friendly staff that cleaned our room so many times! Easy access to motorbikes for a good price. Great location not too far from Tourism Road but quiet enough. Comfortable beds. A nice place to stay for a short while. Basic necessities like a bed and a bathroom. Gave us lots of towels which was nice!

The kitchen is not the best. Rats, mice, and cockroaches often on the stove/counter (it's outside) and not really any hangout area. Quite loud in the mornings with kids/babies/roosters/dogs (typical of the Philippines though)