La Vida Hostel

Nice hostel, but not very social however staff was very friendly

One of the most charming hostels I’ve ever visited. The staff went above and beyond to make our stay lovely. The food was amazing (specifically the burger), the dog was so cute, and the chill area was infact chill couldn’t recommend more

Nette Gastgeber.

The ladies who work here are so lovely! Marian took time to teach me about the Philippines and they were also so warm and welcoming. Not the most social hostel but very nice place to chill on the hammocks on the rooftop. Only issue is there is no lock on the bedroom doors and no lockers to keep belongings safe and only a cold shower in my room.

Nice quiet hostel near the airport. Good spot to come stay for a night if you need to catch an early flight out the next morning. Stayed in the private room and it was not too expensive, clean, & AC worked — nothing to complain about!

honestly, all the makings of a great hostel only issue is noone really goes to Puerto Princessa so the hostel was a little dead. but the hosts do their best to make it a great place. bar is open until 11pm and we stayed just in the hammocks after. helped us organize a bike for the day for a beach trip. would definitely stay here again

Overall a nice hostel, I liked the rooftop patio. It wasn't very social though. You had to walk a bit to get to food/restaurants, but the lady working was able to recommend good places to eat. Our room was clean.

Heel rustig gelegen en met een rooftop gemeenschappelijke ruimte die leuk is ingericht. Zelfs zonder andere gasten was een een aangename plek en het bleek ook een prima plek om medereizigers te treffen. Als ik weer naar Puerto Prinscesa ga, dan boek ik zeker weer dit hostel

Wonderful staff, delicious food, clean, comfortable, and relaxed accommodation . A little bit out of the way but easy enough to get a tricycle out front. And Rita the dog is the sweetest dog to greet you as you come and go. Hope to be back again some day! Thank you La Vida Hostel

Loved the hostel vibe, everyone was friendly and social. Staff was very accommodating and full of useful tips. Hostel has a beautiful sunrise that can be enjoyed with breakfast made with their own free range chicken eggs. Highly recommend. Owner is opening a Mexican restaurant in el nido which I definitely intend to visit also. Thanks again La Vida!

Very beautiful hostel, outside the crowded area of puerto princesa, so barely any traffic on the road at night (enough tuktuks) surrounded by trees and a nice garden. The roof terrace is very cozy and mosquito-free cause apparently they don't fly that high. So nice to chill up there at night. The bed was comfortable, the bathroom was clean (not the most modern but quite comfortable). Don't expect too much of the included breakfast, it's a small one but there's restaurants and cafés nearby.

Einrichting ist einfach, aber alles, was man braucht ist da (Bis auf Schließfächer, was noch ganz schön wäre...). Das Hostel liegt etwas abseits, aber dadurch kann man sich schön entspannen und kleine Spaziergänge in die Innenstadt machen. Das Personal ist mega lieb und organisiert einem die Weiterreise!

I stayed two nights at La Vida Hostel in Puerto Princesa. The hostel works with tour agencies, so it’s convenient to book tours directly with them. The location was very quiet, partly because I stayed on a Monday and Tuesday. It may be more social on other days, but for me it was great since I could properly rest. At night it can feel a bit intimidating if you’re alone, but I didn’t have any safety issues. The owner is a super friendly guy from Canada who is always looking for ways t...

Value for money. Just a 15 minute walk or quick tuk tuk into downtown. Helped sort the underground river boat trip out. Couldn’t ask for better host. Would recommend.

Really convenient location near the airport, and really helpful and friendly staff.

Nice hostel with very friendly staff

We loved La vida! The personell is super nice and so helpful with great tips reg what to do in the area! We did the La Vida Loop and had a blast! Everything was arranged for us and the experience was so authentic and local! Could not recommend it enough!! 10/10 would recommend!!

Je recommande à 100%, l’hostel est très propre et paisible ! Le patron est super sympa et au petit soin, il m’a donné plein de recommandations dont un tour de scooter magnifique dans la région où on peut voir de belles plages cascades etc Et petit bonus, goutez son burger le meilleur que j’ai goûté au philippines !!

Super nice hostel with very peaceful chill area/bar on the roof. Hostel is in a quiet, green area not far from the town center. Owner is super helpful with recommendations about things to do around the area and Rica the dog is an amazing addition to the property. The burger made in house is also a must try!

If you’re staying in Puerto Princessa and are debating where to stay, I can’t recommend La Vida Hostel enough. The owner, Reed, will go above and beyond the call of duty to make you feel at home. This place was clean, quiet, comfortable and not to mention the food is all made in house and is fantastic. From fresh coconut water to eggs straight from his 12 chickens, La Vida hostel is a hidden gem- And Reed will make sure you have plenty to do and see with his moto bikes for rent. Awesome stay...