This is my second time at Riverside. I have met a lot of international travelers and made many new friends here. Everyone that I have met here comes back here because we all feel like we are part of a family when we stay here. Call it a home stay or your family home in the Philippines and that is what it has become for me. The home made Filipino Fusion food is superb, the staff super attentive and Madame Macrina is the best host mother you will ever have. The location is close to beautiful beaches and attractions. The neighborhood is super safe along with great surrounding views and too put it simply the value for your stay is awesome.

A second house cat to keep Mochi the cat company would have been cool.

All i can say price worth it.Actually this is my 4th Times i guess to stay in this place.I used to booked airbnb ..bt first time to booked booking.com macrina ang belle the daughter is so kind and good hosT.Breakfast was always yummy take note it is nt a plated bfast .She treated all the guest as a family.Bonding all the guest when eating bfast... Animals not a problem at all.coffee is unlimited.. View is beautiful. Its close to aninuan beach Too. Wht else to say sissy...Hahaha we became and treated like a sisters now guy... money worth it..And u can nt find cheap price like macrinas place in puerto with bfast..Take note guys...

I guess nothing i dont like....jst love her place

Ate Macrina is so accommodating, and so is Charles. Although she was busy with her Food Shop, she made sure that we get everything we need. I thought people who's given a review was exaggerating when they said that her food is nice. But they weren't. She really is a good cook. And that's big coming from our family, since my sister is a chef. It's very close to Aninuan Beach which for me is better than the White Beach. It's really quiet and peaceful and there weren't that many people around unlike the White Beach which is very crowded now. But if you want the night life, and buy stuff like souvenirs, you can go to the White Beach. It's only a 3 minute drive. It's not our first time in Puerto Galera. It's our go-to vacation place but Macrina's place is the one I liked the most. Because of the quietness. Definitely going back!

It was the best experience I have ever had in my years of traveling the Philippines. You could not ask for better accommodations A beautiful place lots of room to hang out for free time.(huge Rooms, great Wi-Fi, awesome food ) The owner and all the staff treated us like relatives they had not seen in a very long time. Every resort and hotel I have ever stayed in over the years could take lessons from this place. They set new standards. Not to mention a 3 minute walk to the semi private beach. And 5 minute ride to white beach with all different types of food and night life. What an awesome place and priced well below value for your money. Do I recommend, I’d say it’s your loss if don’t stay here. I can say more but you really have to experience.

There is literally nothing not to like.

Whaaat a wonderful stay we've had. So wonderful people, Macrina, Charles, Belle (and the guests Gary and Anthony). Leaving after three days and we already take them in our hearts. The breakfast is the best we've had in Philippines (even compared to much more expensive places). Macrina is a cook and an extraordinary one. She adapted for us eating vegetarian and not just anything to check the box, delicious food. We went to the karaoke with them at Macrinas restaurant and had a great night. Lots of laughs. The beach, 3 minutes walk, is great. We went snorkeling and enjoyed it. A stay we just won't forget.

The cleaning wasn't perfect, although we arrived too early, they prepared a room for us in the time they had. And also the light was gone in all the area at that time (difficult to see). Acceptable, just improvable. We needed to stay one more night and having the hostel full they did magic to host us.

This place is absolutely amazing! The most attentive and friendly staff you can imagine, a perfect location neat a nice beach where you can even go to snorkel with nice corals, plenty of fish and even turtles. You will get fresh and tasty food, also vegetarian by request. The owner is often around as well and makes you feel like you are part of the family. Just perfect!

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Wonderful stay. As a solo traveler you need friendly hotel staff. The owner and staff are exceptional. Made me feel like part of the family. I was out very late watching world cup, woke up at noon. They made my breakfast just for me, eat outside with mountain view's ; spectacular. Quiet. Aircon.

No safe box in the room. Not a serious complaint. I just believe every hotel room in the world should have this. If the credit card or passport is stolen by intruder, the relaxing holiday is over.

I loved everything. Maam Macrina arranged for the tours, the transpo, everything. As a first time solo traveller, and a first timer in PG, this was the best choice for me because I know I wouldn't have had been able to do all of those if I booked a beachfront hotel and asked these from their lobby. I met the best possible staff I could ask for and I also met very nice guests that I ended up becoming friends with and touring together with. It felt like I was visiting family even though it was my first time meeting everyone. There is also a very cold and fresh stream right at their backyard. Aninuan beach, which is whiter and clearer than any other beach in PG, which has almost 0 ppl in it, is just 10 mins away. If you want a nice relaxing dip, or to get a tan, come here. White beach is a 5 min drive away, come here if you want night life, rides, and to meet other people. If you have any other request, Ma'am Macrina or Sir Victor or Maam Monique are always around to help you out. I knew nothing when I booked and decided to come here but they helped me with everything. P.S the breakfasts are delicious, free, and you can ask Maam Macrina or Sir Victor any diet restrictions you have and they will accomodate you. There's also free and unlimited coffee or hot chocolate. Free shampoo and conditioner and towels that they would let you borrow and bring to the beach. P.P.S they have tons of cute cats and dogs you can play with. They are so SO SO friendly and lovely

This was my first solo trip and i was very nervous but Ik glad i picked this property at no point did i feel alone i automatically had a family when i walked in the door.

Merci mama'macrina ❤️ you were like a mother to me. Arrival sick Macrina took care of my well being. she got up at 5 a.m. to prepare my takeaway breakfast for me on the last day! and gave me a sweater from her daughter Belle so that I don't get sick during transport... the house is clean and you can share meals with the family. beautiful quiet beach 3min walk. city ​​center 5 min by tricycle or scooter.