The highlights of our stay were the well-maintained swimming pool and the beautiful view from the restaurant. However, we were disappointed by the lack of upkeep and the ongoing construction, which caused disturbances such as loud banging noises. We even overheard a heated argument between a man and a woman on the beach. While Punta Ballo Beach may appear appealing from a distance, we were disappointed to find a significant amount of litter and unsuitable conditions for swimming due to the shallow and rocky water. Overall, it wasn't a terrible experience, but I would recommend waiting until the construction is completed, possibly around 2024, if you plan on visiting Punta Ballo.
We had a nice and relaxing weekend at Nataasan Beach Resort. The rooms were okay, but not quite up to the standards of a "3-star" resort. The water pressure was low and it took a few minutes for warm water to come out in the showers. The WiFi worked well both inside and outside our room, as well as in the restaurant.
We highly recommend going island hopping. The pool was clean and enjoyable. The restaurant had a great panoramic view of the beach area and offered a good variety of affordable menu options.
The front desk staff was generally accommodating and friendly. However, we had a strange experience during lunch. My wife ordered a dish that came with fries and an iced tea. I asked if I could substitute the iced tea for a Coke, but the waitress said no. It was surprising because the menu listed the iced tea for 45 pesos, while the Coke was only 35 pesos. They could have saved 10 pesos by allowing the substitution, but I guess they were more interested in annoying me than saving money or keeping a customer happy. To make matters worse, when the food was served, they didn't even include a drink, not even the iced tea. My wife ended up drinking the tap water instead.