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Purple Snapper Dive Resort

Bounty Beach, 6013, Philippines
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Singapore, Singapore
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8 reviews 8 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

The owner is very helpful and friendly. When some guests showed up without a booking, he helped them find other accomodation before booking them in the next day! He made sure everyone is well taken care of. Though my booking was screwed up, he apologized and went striaght to finding me another place to stay for 1 night at the... More

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Bishops Stortford, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 April 2013

We didn't stay in the resort itself as we already had accomodation on Malapascua, but I cannot recommend the dive school highly enough. Great, friendly approachable instructors with the highest regard for safety. I complete my open water course with them and they taught the theory so well I was able to attain 100% on the exam. My other half... More

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Mandaue, Mandaue, Philippines
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 April 2013

Spent Good Friday here in Purple Snapper with 11 other friends and it was EXCELLENT! We arrived in the resort 4 hours ahead of their check-in time (excited much?! hahaha) but they were so kind to provide as a vacant room for our things, for the exception of not using the bed of course. We reserved 3 backpacker rooms 2... More

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Scherpenheuvel, Brabant, Belgium
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 April 2013

Purple snapper is a magic place, with a social sharm, nice food, cool people who take the time to get to know you personally, clean. And all at a backpackers price ticket. It's 80 m away from the beach and beachbars, close to the local shops and restaurants. Above all this the diving is great! (not so expensive as at... More

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Singapore
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 April 2013

We enjoyed every minute of our Malapascua vacation with so much activities such as island hopping, snorkeling, diving and simply hanging out in Purple snapper most of the time and we also made a lot of fun new friends in this place . They have mid size pool at the back, mini bar and table tennis which are perfect to... More

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Manchester, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 April 2013

Purple snapper was ideal for what we wanted - a backpacker vibe but with a few more comforts. We got an A/C room with hot water. The hot water was intermittent going from cold to scolding and nothing in between, it was easier to just have it cold to be honest so don't expect a nice luxury hot shower but... More

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Cebu, Philippines
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 April 2013

We stayed in Purple Snapper with my 11 other friends and got 3 rooms for reservation. I find the resort very accommodating and comfortable to stay with. The people are easy to going, no curfews, unlimited amenities and unique. Although, we are unlucky enough with my room partners because we had no idea that the room we have selected has... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 March 2013

My boyfriend and i stayed here for 6 days in a room looking on to the pool. The room itself was nice and would be cleaned if requested and there were a couple of loungers by the pool for sunbathing-nice to have the pool as Bounty Beach wasnt as nice as i had hoped, lots of boats. We got breakfast... More

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Zürich, Zurich, Switzerland
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15 reviews 15 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 March 2013

We stayed in Purple Snapper spontaneously for 5 days. I really liked the atmosphere - easy and relaxed. The people were very easy going (or we were lucky) - grabbing a beer and chatting all together in the evening, we loved the community feeling in the place. Another thing I really appreciate - the design of the resort - not... More

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Berlin, Germany
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8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 March 2013

1. Resort: Nice, clean rooms but pretty basic. You get what you pay for and its a good cheap option on the island. Its right in the middle of the village. I really enjoyed it because its something unique compare to all the other resorts at the beach front. Only the roosters making a noise nearly all night long wants... More

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Also Known As:
Purple Snapper Dive Hotel
Purple Snapper Dive Hotel Malapascua Island
Purple Snapper Dive Resort Malapascua Island, Cebu
Address: Bounty Beach, 6013, Philippines
Region: Philippines > Visayas > Cebu > Malapascua Island
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Children Activities Pets Allowed Restaurant Swimming Pool
Hotel Style:
Ranked #5 of 9 B&Bs / Inns in Malapascua Island
Price range (per night): S$42 - 43
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Purple Snapper Dive Resort is emerging as one of the best places to stay in Malapascua. Located 100 meters from Bounty Beach, Malapascua’s primary shore, Purple Snapper Dive Resort offers travelers a good taste of local life and culture while in close proximity to the beach. Being one of Philippines’ top diving destination the resort is a good choice for those hit by the diving bug. We are never too far from many of Malapascua’s dive operators better yet, check out our newly opened dive shop. Stay with us and only be a dive away from seeing Malapascua’s majestic attraction-the thresher sharks. Pick any of our 25 native style rooms and be treated with true Filipino hospitality. Mabuhi! Welcome to paradise! Wecome to Malapascua! ... more   less 
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