My best spots in Coron, Palawan

My personal address book for Coron: the beaches, restaurants, bars, hotels and tours I genuinely recommend. No ads, no copied list: I've tried every spot myself, or it comes from my close friends here. I've been living in Palawan for 11 years.

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Beaches & Activities

Maquinit Hot Spring

Coron, ~20 min from town

Naturally heated saltwater spring surrounded by mangroves, unusual for this kind of spring. Go early morning to avoid the crowds.

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Mount Tapyas

Mount Tapyas

Coron town, 700+ steps

Coron town's iconic panorama — 700+ steps, 360° view over the island and bay. Bring water, perfect at sunset.

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Mt. Talapay View Point

Mt. Talapay View Point

Coron, Decabobo area

360° view over the island, a quiet spot in northern Coron, away from the crowds. ₱50 entrance, cute photo spots, perfect at sunset.

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Siete Pecados Marine Park

Siete Pecados Marine Park

Coron, ~15 min from town

Outstanding snorkeling — coral gardens, turtles, colourful fish. Rent a bike/tuk-tuk + small entrance fee, guided boat optional.

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King Park

King Park

Coron, evening

Evening mangrove tour, fireflies and bioluminescent plankton (official Google Maps name: Kingfisher Park).

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Ocam Ocam Beach

Ocam Ocam Beach

Busuanga, ~80km from Coron

Quiet local beach, best reached by scooter — much further out than other spots (plan a full day). Swimming only at high tide.

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Restaurants

Amihan Bistro

Amihan Bistro Favourite

Coron

The French bistro run by Mael and Analy, settled in Coron since 2017. Hearty food, a warm and generous welcome — real comfort food.

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Señorita

Coron

Generous Filipino cuisine, well-known sisig, lively atmosphere with live music out back.

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Tribo Kusina

Coron

Traditional, long-forgotten Filipino dishes given new life. Cosy vibe, every dish comes with a story.

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Castizo

Coron

Spanish tapas, serrano ham and croquetas just like in Spain. Warm atmosphere, perfect for a relaxed dinner.

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Umami Kusina

Coron

Home-made noodles and rice bowls, home-baked bread too. Family vibe, generous portions.

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Corto Del Mar

Coron

The restaurant of this elegant, Spanish colonial-style hotel — lovely terrace overlooking a turquoise pool and manicured gardens. Worth the trip for dinner, not a stay.

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Sakura Ramen

Coron

Real Japanese ramen, run by a Japanese owner on site — creamy tonkotsu, excellent gyoza.

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Nightlife

La Terrasse

La Terrasse Favourite

Coron, run by Mael

Wonderful welcome from Mael — more a bar than a restaurant, with live music several times a week and by far the best cocktails in town, made with quality spirits. Light bites available on site, lovely view over the bay.

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Tribu Kuridas Bar

Coron town, live reggae

The place to party in Coron — the whole town gathers here, travelers and locals together. Live reggae music from 7pm, very chill vibe, with excellent singers. Dancefloor and DJ from 11pm, party until 3am.

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Hop Hostel

Hop Hostel

Coron town, rooftop

Rooftop bar for sunset — best view if you skip the Mount Tapyas climb.

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Hotels

Tours

Super Ultimate Tour with Hakim

Super Ultimate Tour with Hakim

Private / semi-private tour

Coron's must-sees in one day: Kayangan and Barracuda lakes, Twin Lagoon, Coral Garden, Siete Pecados, Banul and Smith beaches. With Hakim and his team, who know Coron inside out. 100% trustworthy.

₱1,950 – ₱3,650 / pax

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Reefs and Wrecks Tour with Hakim

Private / semi-private tour

Coron's wrecks and reefs by snorkel: Lusong Gunboat, Lusong Coral Garden, Pass Island, East Tangat Wreck. With Hakim and his team, who know Coron inside out. 100% trustworthy.

₱1,750 – ₱4,100 / pax

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Island Escapade Tour with Hakim

Private / semi-private tour

The white-sand islands and beaches around Coron: Ditaytayan, Malcapuya, Banana Island, Bulog Dos. With Hakim and his team, who know Coron inside out. 100% trustworthy.

₱1,950 – ₱4,300 / pax

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