Amanpulo
Pamalican Island, Philippines
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About the Hotel
Each elegant Aman Resort welcomes a distinctive clientele. Amanpulo, on its own private island just an hourâ€(TM)s flight southwest from Manila, is a sun-kissed retreat for true beach lovers. Part of the Cuyo Archipelago, northeast of Palawan Island, guests arrive by private plane to the island’s own airstrip. Each of the expansive Villas and the 42 beachfront, treetop and hillside Casitas, reflect their island home both inside and out. Pamper yourself at the Spa set on a hillside above the treetops designed as a tranquil sanctuary. Enjoy cuisine featuring locally-caught seafood and island-grown vegetables and herbs on the menu. Dishes can be centered around ingredients that guests pick themselves from the island’s organic garden.
Location
Amanpulo
Pamalican Island, Sulu Archipelago
Pamalican Island, Philippines
Nearest Airport: MNL
Features and Amenities
- Dining
- Room Service
- On-Site Amenities
- Pool
- Spa on Property
- Spa Services
- Wellness Center
- Beach Access
- Activities
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Sailing
- Windsurfing
- Interests
- Beach
- Honeymoons & Romance
- Signature Perks
- Spa
- Treehouses & Tents
Reviews for Amanpulo
Beautiful beach and superb service
Incredible beach , amazing food and first class accommodation and top notch service. Loved the golf buggies to get around the island The floating bar was great fun as was the sand bar excursion with picnic Nothing was too much trouble for the team Would highly recommend the beach front casita with private pool and lunch at the picnic grove was particularly delicious
davidgH5826IG - Plymouth, United Kingdom
a paradise worth visiting
This is our second time at Amanpulo. We came back because we missed the team that took care of us during our first stay. It's such a pleasure to be welcomed by familiar faces! Here is what a first-time traveller needs to know about the property: Reservations and Booking: I found it challenging to coordinate our booking with the Reservations team. Requests and questions were met with immediate rejections, if not incorrect information. They take awhile to respond that I had to call IDD just to follow up and clarify certain things pertaining to our stay. The Property: Outdated and rundown. We stayed in the beach casita, which would benefit from a complete renovation, along with some of its outlets, such as the beach club and the clubhouse, among others. Guests are provided with golf carts to explore the whole island, which was lovely. FOOD & BEVERAGE: Food was ok albeit quality slightly deteriorated. It would be nice to have some salads and sandiwches as options along with more international and local cuisines. Wine selection has improved, although the pricing can be adjusted so as not to deter guests from purchasing bottles from the outlets. I understand that the clientele has the paying capacity, but from a hotel's inventory you don't want to spoil the wines sitting and not being drank. Intelligent pricing and flexibility could help boost revenue to encourage guests to dine and drink; especially for guests staying longer. The Beach: HEAVEN. Crystal clear waters, and warm powdery sand. Not much corals to see but turtles are everywhere. Monitor lizards roaming around the island as well. Activities: During our stay, we rented go-karts and went wall climbing (at a cost). Water activities such as snorkelling with turtles, banana boats, and paddleboards are also included as part of the amenities offered free of charge. Bicycles are also provided for free. There is a play area where babies and kids can hang, and a lovely tennis court that you can book. Yoga and gym are available on the island as well. Service and Team: EXCELLENT. Marc, our butler for the whole trip, ensured that our arrival, stay, and departure were smooth. He is very efficient and responds immediately. Vince and Daniel from the Beach club ensured we were treated like royalty. Their attention to detail (remembering our food preference, drinks, etc, from last year) is remarkable. Before we asked, they delivered! This is rare in hotels nowadays. We opted for a private dinner in our casita the night before. Jazmyl, the one in charge of setting up everything, and she made sure the night was flawless. Her passion and love for what she does is evident. Her extra mile to ensure we had a good ambience and a good time is such a lovely touch. It seemed like the team didn't have enough resources to execute their tasks well, but they made it work (cute garden lights and a portable speaker, all personally owned by Jasmyl, were used for our dinner). We felt like dining in a Michelin-star restaurant! Chef Bryan was cooking in the dark (as there were no lights on in his makeshift kitchen) and still managed to serve us good food. Shout-out to Elamar for making our special requests happen prior to our arrival. He knows what an absolute luxury, five-star service, means. He knew how to take care of returning guests. He is a problem-solver who didn't immediately say no to simple requests. Instead, he understood where we, as guests, came from and made sure that we were well taken care of. He is a valuable and seasoned hotelier and I am surprised he is not the F&B Director which he clearly deserves. Allysa of the Front Office also made sure that our stay was smooth. Her personal touch of ensuring we have everything we need was really appreciated. Heinrich, the friendly and humble general manager is always around the property directly interacting with his staff from all levels. Definitely lovely to see a leader accessible to his team! Welcome champagne was a nice touch as well! Overall: The beach and the team's service makes the trip worth it. TIPS: Best time to visit: December to May (summer in the Philippines) Avoid Rainy/ Typhoon Season: June to October Windy Season (dry and sunny with a cool breeze) : December to end of February **protect your eyes and avoid private dinner by the beach as the sand is too fine and the wind is too strong
nccastets - Hong Kong, China
Paradise for a price
Our family of three escaped the freezing European winter to spend seven unforgettable nights in the tropical paradise of Amanpulo. Despite its small size—where one can walk around the entire island in approximately two hours—it offers everything necessary to disconnect entirely from the outside world. The pristine white sand, crystal-clear blue waters, and vibrant marine life create a postcard-perfect setting. Unlike other tropical resorts we have visited, Amanpulo provided us with our own buggy, which significantly enhanced our experience by allowing us to explore the island with ease. The service was impeccable, and I would like to extend my sincere gratitude to Mark, who exemplified the renowned Filipino hospitality at an exceptional level. His attentiveness and warmth made our stay even more special. The only areas for improvement would be the dining options and the in-room air conditioning system. While the food was of high quality, the variety felt somewhat limited, particularly given the premium pricing. Additionally, the air conditioning system in the rooms offered only two settings—high and low—but even the low setting was quite strong, making the room uncomfortably cold at night. Having more adjustable temperature controls would greatly enhance guest comfort.
Irina D
The best of the Best!
For me - THE BEST! We were met by personnel who will greet you with sampaguita leis and cold drink and will personally escort you to your villa. The room was heaven! The view - to die for. The resort personnel- EXCELLENT! No kidding! Theirs is the BEST CUSTOMER SERVICE…
Curious28649308224 - Quezon City, Philippines
Beautiful But Lacks Facilities For Kids
Amanpulo was absolutely beautiful. The service from the moment you arrive at the Amanpulo hanger in Manila to the moment you depart was outstanding. The beach was beautiful and calm with lovely soft sand which was perfect for our 6 year old and 2 year old. The food at all restaurants was great although we did find the breakfast menu to be a little dull after 6 nights on the island. We booked the 1 bedroom beach casita which had a large private pool and plenty of space in the casita for the 4 of us. We had direct access to the beach which was fantastic. Our butler Renato and his team were wonderful. All of our requests were met, our room was always tidy with fresh towels and the gardens were immaculate. Our private chef made us some delicious in villa meals as well. I would say the only downside of the stay was the lack of facilities for children. The kids club was a small room with a mat in the center with a few toys and books along with a small outdoor area. They offered a few activities a day but they weren't terribly exciting. Aman promotes itself as a luxury resort and when I compare it to other luxury resorts we have stayed at (eg Soneva Jani, Maldives and Kokomo Private Island Fiji) it fails to keep the kids entertained. The island is expensive but for anyone who has read reviews, it won't be a surprise when you arrive. If you go with children make sure to try the go-karting on the runway. Our son absolutely loved it!!!
tlc1986 - Sydney, Australia
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