Playa del Fuego Camiguin Beach Hostel & Resort — Hotel in Mambajao

No one warned me this “resort” doubles as a horror movie set. 🎬💀

Picture this: it’s sunset, luggage in hand, I’m walking toward what I thought was a peaceful getaway. The road narrows, the trees start whispering, and then—surprise!—a cemetery. Yep, you literally have to pass by tombs just to reach the resort. The only thing missing was a background scream and rolling credits.

At first, I told myself, Okay, maybe it’s worth it. The rooms had an old-world vibe—like history lives here. Turns out, that “history” might actually still be living next door. We booked rooms without air-conditioning (rookie mistake). Within minutes, I was melting faster than my patience. The fans looked like museum pieces—beautiful to look at, completely useless for survival.

Then came breakfast. I was served two tiny bacon strips and a pinch of scrambled eggs that looked like someone whispered “breakfast” over the plate and left. I glanced at the next table—they had a mountain of food! I wasn’t sure if I should ask for more or just accept that the spirits probably took my share.

Now, credit to the owner—he’s warm, accommodating, and genuinely kind. Honestly, the only light in this story that didn’t come from a tomb candle.

But nighttime… oh, nighttime is where things get interesting. No streetlights. Just the glow of candles flickering on tombs, dancing in the dark like ghosts hosting a vigil. My friends had to play worship songs on full volume just to make it back to the room without sprinting. It was less “resort stay” and more “trial of faith.”

So yeah, my rating? Consider it a mix of heat exhaustion, haunted cardio, and breakfast inequality. A memorable stay—for all the wrong, cinematic...

Great value for your money. Backpackers & young couples love it here. For an unbeatable price, you get a native style room or dorm, right on the main clean & sandy beach looking out to white island.

There's a large lounge area with great coffee and a tasy yet simple breakfast menu. The English owner here is famous locally for baking bread & making european cured meats.

Fast internet, strong running water, backup generator, and highly rated dive shop. They also arrange brand new scooter rentals, island tours & volcano hikes.

We love to come here with our son. Its not hot like other resorts because there are many beautiful arching native trees.

The location is very central in the camiguin tourist area, yet its totally peacful day & night located 2 min walk from the main ring road.

Great to see how local native style bamboo/wooden houses are built. Super a relaxing feeling walking around bare...

Had a pleasant stay at Playa del fuego. The owners and staff were attentive to my questions. Props to Axel whose insights helped me in exploring the island and getting to different tourist spots.

With regards to the complimentary meals, i was told beforehand that free breakfast and dinner was included although i wasn’t able to avail the dinner on my first night. It was no issue for me as it presented the opportunity to explore and try out local restos.

I was fortunate enough to join in on a campfire by the beach which made the first night memorable.

The hostel's prime location by the beach offers stunning views of White Island from the shore. Surrounded by abundant trees, the resort exudes a tranquil ambiance, providing ample shade and contributing to a relaxing atmosphere throughout the day.

Overall, Playa del Fuego boasts a charming rustic beach camp vibe that significantly...