Palawan Stay | Microtel by Wyndham Puerto Princesa: Emerald Beach and Mangroves

Emerald Beach and Microtel by Wyndham Staying for the fourth time in a hotel means I like the establishment a lot. That I trust in the quali...

Emerald Beach and Microtel by Wyndham

Staying for the fourth time in a hotel means I like the establishment a lot. That I trust in the quality of the rooms and also the service they provide. That I could say for Microtel by Wyndham Puerto Princesa Palawan. If I ever wanted to stay in a beachfront property in Puerto Princesa, this is a top choice in mind. It has been five years since I first came here and I have to commend how well they have maintained the place. Yes a few little changes here but it’s the same old Microtel I liked.

Beach View room at the ground floor

Beach View Room

There’s the Beach View and the Lagoon View rooms. The name speaks for themselves. The beach view tends to be priced higher. Then there’s also the second floor rooms and the lower ground floor rooms with direct beach access. I got a room with direct access to the beach. I liked that I can easily go to the beach after stepping out of the bed and at daylight I can people watch while inside the room without them seeing inside.

All rooms though whether a Twin Queen Bed Room or a Single Queen Bed Suite, have their staple chiropractic beds and plump pillows. A cabinet, cable TV, small refrigerator, in-room WiFi access and aircondition. The bathroom is spacious with complete toiletries. Since Microtel by Wyndham Puerto Princesa is near a mangrove area, a sachet of Off-lotion is added.

The pool

Facilities and Services

Microtel by Wyndham Puerto Princesa also has their own pool for those who doesn’t fancy swimming at the beach. Beside it is their restaurant where the buffet breakfast and ala cart meals are served. My favorite though is the unlimited coffee at the common area near the lobby. I could sit there all afternoon admiring the pattern of the stained glass doors and the view of the beach on the partially opened door with coffee in hand.

I must admit that Microtel by Wyndham Puerto Princesa is quite isolated. They are tucked deep into the inner roads and community of Puerto Princesa but they do have a shuttle service spread throughout the day to take guest to Robinsons Mall Palawan and back for free. So for those looking to dine out or buy some snacks outside, ask the reception for their schedules.

Unlimited coffee in this common area

Beautiful stained glass doors

Restaurant

White beach and high tide

One of the many hammocks at the resort

Morning warm glow

Emerald beach and more on the next page…

Milky way over the landmark mangroves of Microtel by Wyndham Puerto Princesa

Wonders of Emerald Beach

The Emerald Beach remains to be the selling point for me here. Only a few resort offers a natural beach front and unobstructed sunrise views. They have scenic mangroves here as well and surprisingly has been like a landmark of the place already. In the afternoon catch the locals forage for some sikad-sikad shells. When the tide is high, which usually starts at 9:00am the landscape transforms. The clear sea waters covers the beach and would already be good for some dips and shallow swim. The kiteboarders would also be starting to play at this time.

Washing of sikad-sikad shells early in the morning

Summary

Puerto Princesa is the main gateway in Palawan. At the moment there are already numerous choices on where to stay. But if one wants to stay by the beach with all the comforts of the tried and tested chiropractic beds from this chain hotel, Microtel by Wyndham Puerto Princesa is highly recommended. Their service haven’t wavered from my last four visits and wouldn’t hesitate to stay with them again in the future.

Microtel by Wyndham Puerto Princesa – Palawan
San Manuel, Emerald Playa, Puerto Princesa,
Puerto Princesa City Proper, Puerto Princesa City, Philippines 5300
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Low tide afternoons when locals forage for sikad-sikad shells

Catch the sunrise

The three mangroves at sunrise

Emerald clear waters at Emerald Beach during high tide

High tide at Emerald Beach