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Review: Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham in Puerto Princesa City, Palawan, Philippines

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When we were checking for accommodations in Puerto Princesa, one of our criterias was to be near a beach. Preferably beachfront. Another criteria was to be away from the busy buzz of the city but not that far away just in case we wanted to do something in the city. That was when we decided to stay in Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham in Puerto Princesa City, Palawan. A bit higher than the usual rates compared to budget hotels and backpacker lodge but definitely worth the price.

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14 Things to know when staying in Go Hotels in Puerto Princesa, Palawan

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On my frequent visits to Puerto Princesa I am always looking for a clean, comfortable and accessible place to stay. Usually, I would go for a budget accommodation that has a lower quality, common CR and only has a fan room, but whenever I have an tiny amount of extra budget I would prefer staying at Go Hotels in Puerto Princesa. A hotel with good quality but does not break the bank.

Go Hotels Puerto Princesa City, Palawan

Discounted rates for Go Hotels Puerto Princesa.

Here are most of the things that I like and dislike about Go Hotels Puerto Princesa.

1. Location, Location, Location

Go Hotels is located near Robinsons Mall. Very convenient if I need to buy toiletries, medicine and some other stuff needed for traveling. There are also restaurants just in case you get hungry. Movies too. Mall hours is 10AM to 9PM.

Go Hotels in Puerto Princesa City, Palawan

It is also located near the transport terminal in San Jose where you can ride buses and vans going to El Nido, San Vicente, Rio Tuba, Quezon and many other places in mainland Palawan. To get to the transport terminal from Go Hotels just walk to the highway and ride the a tricycle or multicab heading to New Market (10 Pesos/person). Travel time is 5 minutes.

Puerto Princesa: Baywalk, Cathedral and Plaza Cuartel

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We wanted to explore Baywalk, the Immaculate Concepcion Cathedral and Plaza Cuartel but we were doubtful if we should go or not since it was around 5:30 PM in the afternoon. We may not have enough time to explore these places due to poor sunlight but thinking of doing nothing for the whole day did not go well with us.

It was a good thing that we stayed in WE Travelers Inn, one of the most convenient places to stay in Puerto Princesa, since it was just walking distance from Baywalk. But we decided to ride a tricycle since we needed to get there faster.

WE Travelers Inn, Puerto Princesa, Palawan

5:50 PM We were in front of WE Travelers Inn asking a tricycle to take us to Baywalk. He said 20 Pesos and we agreed.

10 Reasons to stay in Sea Cocoon Hotel, El Nido, Palawan

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If you are still thinking where to stay in El Nido then I would highly suggest that you consider staying in Sea Cocoon Hotel. We stayed here last June 2016 for 2 nights and so far this is the highest quality of hotel that I have stayed in El Nido, Palawan.

Here are some of the reasons why I would recommend staying in Sea Cocoon Hotel.

1. Quality rooms

The hotel’s motto is ‘Comfort is our pride’ and they take pride on it by providing guests with rooms that are comfortable, spacious, clean and everything that I want in a hotel was in it.

We were inside our room most of our stay. When we went on a tour it was a really nice to just get inside a clean and comfortable room after a tiring day.

Canopy Walk in El Nido, Palawan, Philippines

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It was a lazy Wednesday when we decided to try something new in El Nido. I have always been curious about the flyers and posters green and yellow that says El Nido Taraw via Ferrata across town. We decided to try it that afternoon. Locally known as El Nido Canopy Walk.

At the top of the Canopy Walk. ‪#‎SeaCocoonHotel‬ ‪#‎ElNido‬ ‪#‎Palawan‬ ‪#‎Philippines‬

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What does via ferrata mean? Here’s the definition from Guide Dolomoti.

The via Ferrata (Italian for “iron way”) is a mountain route equipped with steel cables, ladders, and other fixed anchors, for example wooden walkways and suspended bridges. The artificial equipment renders feasible an exposed route even to the inexperienced climber, and allows those not versed in climbing technique to hike on ledges, climb vertical walls, and reach the peaks of mountains.

Note: The locals do not actually call this place ‘El Nido Taraw via Ferrata’ or ‘via Ferrata’. It is known locally as Canopy Walk. So if you’re inquiring about this use the term ‘Canopy Walk’.

3:40 PM The walk to the Canopy Walk

From our very comfortable accommodation at Sea Cocoon Hotel, we walked to the entrance of the Canopy Walk with some sidetrips to the stores for some water and snacks.

Entrance to Canopy Walk along Rizal Street.

Entrance to Canopy Walk along Rizal Street.