Kaway Resort & Spa

Our stay at Kaway was absolutely amazing. From the moment we arrived, it felt like we were visiting old friends or family. The staff were so warm and welcoming, and they really made us feel at home. I’m vegan, so finding good food while traveling can be tricky, but they completely nailed it! Every meal was super tasty and made with so much care – I felt so well taken care of. The place was spotless, and the vibe was just perfect. We were lucky enough to celebrate New Year’s Eve with the staff and their families, and it was such a blast! It was such a fun and memorable night, and we felt like part of their community. The location is incredible – a more untouched part of the Philippines that was a real highlight of our trip. It’s definitely worth the drive from the airport. If you’re looking for somewhere special, this is the place!

Nothing, everything was great!

It is unique style of the villas. The staff are polite, kind and attentive to your needs and requests.We requested a romantic dinner set up in the beach area but due to the weather, they set up on the second floor and it was magical. Also, I requested to set up a breakfast on our balcony. It was superb effort by the staff.

The sea water is not as clear.

Our first stay in Philippines, in Cebu, was carefully researched and we chose Kaway. We weren't disappointed. From moment we arrived, Star Elle Bryl Jia and the team were as much the most hospitable, engaging and friendly as we could wish to receive from our first Filipino experience. We stayed a few nights, landing at Mactan Airport and taking the long taxi ride in rush hour to Kaway....we paid pes5,800 through booking.com. On return, the lovely venue charged us less than pes5,000! Bargain! Useful information for the travelling through brigade. On check in, a huge welcome (we arrived late because of traffic) and a nice home made refreshment drink. We opted for a water bungalow room. On entry, received some complimentary banana chips and water. Our suitcases were carried by their porter as navigating the beams that lead out to sea might cause unnecessary damage. Nice touch. We love the indigenous crabs that stand guard outside the room and sway in and out with the tide, but run for life if you so even as look at them! But beware of their toxicity....as too of jellyfish (which Kaway take great pains to warn you about) but never came in contact with. The tide appears in for wake up, just in time for a morning/midday swim, then out for early evening, when locals arrive to harvest shellfish. Room was amazingly spacious. Extremely comfortable pillows and bed. Balcony loungers comfy. Efficient fridge with well selected mini bar. Aircon working brilliantly. Plenty of clothes storage space and a huge area for shower. Well lit surrounds, even on balcony at night. Free water fill up from the station in breakfast bar so bring your own refill receptacles.. Two pools, one for small kids, one infinity for big. Warm and not too deep. Well lit at night. Food was nice, we probably would have liked more fruit options, but on our leaving (very early hours) they very kindly prepared a fruit platter and banana chips with bottle water.

No hooks to hang clothes. No glasses for water consumption. More fresh Filipino fruit could be on menu, especially for breakfast.