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General Luna Hotels 2026: 49 Real Stays From £12

7 July 2026•24 min read•By JetMeAway Scout
General Luna Hotels 2026: 49 Real Stays From £12

Our top Siargao hotel pick for 2026 is Mango Tree Siargao for a rare island five-star — but the real story of the best hotels in Siargao for every budget is at the other end of the price list, where real, bookable rooms start at £12 a night. Siargao is the laid-back surfing capital of the Philippines: a teardrop of coconut palm forest and turquoise lagoons in the far south, ringed by reef breaks and famous for Cloud 9. With UK budgets squeezed, we've built this guide around all three bands — 1 five-star villa retreat, 6 mid-range boutique resorts, and 42 budget guesthouses, hostels and small beach resorts — 49 real, distinct, currently-bookable properties in all, every one in General Luna and every one linking straight to its live prices.

Siargao is genuinely a budget-first island. Outside a single five-star, it's a place of homestays, hostels and small family-run resorts, which is exactly why a week here can cost less than a long weekend in Europe. This guide leans into that: find a cheap, real, bookable island stay fast, then spend the savings on island-hopping, surf lessons and Sugba Lagoon.

Jump to your budget: Luxury · Mid-range boutique resorts · Cheap hotels under £90 · FAQs

Scout's 3 best budget picks right now: 🏄 Nine Clouds Homestyle Accommodation — from ~£12, the cheapest real room on the island, a short tricycle ride from the beach. 🏡 TLShaw Homestay — from ~£17, with 541 guest reviews, one of the most-reviewed budget stays in General Luna. 🌊 Dormitelsph Cloud 9 — from ~£15, walkable to the world-famous Cloud 9 surf break. From-prices are live midweek rates pulled while writing — tap any hotel for today's price on your dates.

The official Philippines tourism board champions Siargao as the country's surfing capital. The island sits in Surigao del Norte, off the northeastern tip of Mindanao, reached by a domestic flight into Sayak Airport (IAO) or a ferry from Surigao City. Its defining sights — the Cloud 9 boardwalk and surf tower, the freshwater Sugba Lagoon, the island-hopping trio of Naked, Daku and Guyam Islands, the Magpupungko tidal rock pools, and the palm-lined Maasin River — all sit within a day-trip radius of General Luna, where every hotel in this guide is based. Compare live Siargao hotel prices or search UK flights toward Siargao (IAO) — there are no direct flights from the UK, so you'll connect via Manila or Cebu. Check the UK government entry rules for the Philippines before you travel.

The Best-Rated Luxury Stay in Siargao

Siargao has exactly one genuine five-star in our data — this is a boutique-villa island, not a chain-resort one, and that's part of the appeal. If you want polished style, this is the ceiling; for stylish four-star boutique stays at a fraction of the price, skip straight to the mid-range tier below.

Mango Tree Siargao — Siargao, Philippines

1. Mango Tree Siargao — General Luna · 5★ · 102 reviews · from ~£301/night. The island's standout design-led villa retreat, and the only true five-star on Siargao. Expect architect-designed spaces, a pool, and the kind of quiet, private luxury that's rare here — a world away from the guesthouse strip, yet still in General Luna within reach of the beach and the surf. If you're combining Siargao with a splurge or a special occasion, this is the room to book.

Live midweek rates pulled while writing — tap any hotel for your dates. See all Siargao stays on your dates or compare flights toward Siargao.

Mid-Range Boutique Resorts in Siargao

Siargao's mid-range tier is where the island shines for most travellers — four-star boutique resorts and villa clusters in General Luna, walkable or a short ride from the beach and the surf, at roughly £74–153 a night. These are the sweet spot: real comfort, air-con, pools and character without a five-star bill.

Las Palmas Villas and Casitas Siargao — Siargao, Philippines

2. Las Palmas Villas and Casitas Siargao — General Luna · 4★ · 398 reviews · from ~£153/night. The top of Siargao's mid-range tier and one of its most-reviewed stays, with private villa-and-casita accommodation in a tropical garden setting. It suits couples and small groups who want space and privacy over a big-hotel feel, a short ride from the General Luna beach and restaurants.

Daluyong Beach Resort — Siargao, Philippines

3. Daluyong Beach Resort — General Luna · 4★ · 227 reviews · from ~£79/night. A beachfront four-star at a genuinely affordable price, putting you on the sand for less than many inland rooms cost. It's a strong pick for a first Siargao trip: proper resort comfort, a pool, and the beach on your doorstep, all in walkable General Luna.

Kalipay Resort Siargao — Siargao, Philippines

4. Kalipay Resort Siargao — General Luna · 4★ · 191 reviews · from ~£85/night. A relaxed four-star resort whose name means "happiness" in the local Surigaonon tongue — a well-run mid-range base with a pool and garden, good for couples and families who want comfort without going five-star. Close to the General Luna strip for food and tours.

Surfing Temple Boutique Hotel — Siargao, Philippines

5. Surfing Temple Boutique Hotel — General Luna · 4★ · 161 reviews · from ~£106/night. A stylish boutique hotel that leans into the surf-island aesthetic, one of the more design-conscious mid-range stays on Siargao. It suits couples and solo travellers who want a chic base near the beach and the surf schools without the guesthouse basics.

Siargao Sunset Bay Beach Villas — Siargao, Philippines

6. Siargao Sunset Bay Beach Villas — General Luna · 4★ · 147 reviews · from ~£110/night. Beachfront villa-style accommodation built for sunset views over the water — a romantic mid-range pick for couples and honeymooners on a budget. Private, quiet, and right on the bay, a short ride from the busier General Luna centre.

Reef Beach Resort — Siargao, Philippines

7. Reef Beach Resort — General Luna · 4★ · 109 reviews · from ~£74/night. The most affordable four-star in the mid-range tier, a beachfront resort that bridges the gap between budget and boutique. If you want resort comfort and a beach base but the villa prices feel steep, this is where to look first — great value for a first island trip.

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Cheap Hotels in Siargao Under £90 — 42 Real Options

This is the heart of Siargao and the heart of this guide: 42 real, bookable budget stays, from £12-a-night homestays to £88 boutique guesthouses, every one in General Luna. This is a wallet-friendly island of guesthouses, hostels and small family-run resorts — the character is in the low-key, and the value is unbeatable. Prices below are per room; many places are cash-only on arrival, so carry Philippine peso.

Nine Clouds Homestyle Accommodation — Siargao, Philippines

8. Nine Clouds Homestyle Accommodation — General Luna · 1★ · 199 reviews · from ~£12/night. The cheapest real room on the island and a proven one, with nearly 200 reviews. Simple homestyle accommodation a short tricycle ride from the beach — the pick for backpackers and budget travellers who want a clean base and to spend their money on the water, not the room.

Dormitelsph Cloud 9 — Siargao, Philippines

9. Dormitelsph Cloud 9 — General Luna · 1★ · 31 reviews · from ~£15/night. Budget beds close to the famous Cloud 9 surf break — the cheapest way to be steps from the water at dawn. Basic and no-frills, but for surfers chasing the swell it's an unbeatable location for the price.

Eddie`s Beach Resort Siargao — Siargao, Philippines

10. Eddie's Beach Resort Siargao — General Luna · 3★ · 72 reviews · from ~£24/night. A rare beachfront room under £25 — a small three-star resort that gets you on the sand for a homestay price. Great value for families and couples who want the beach without the resort bill.

ShareGao — Siargao, Philippines

11. ShareGao — General Luna · 2★ · 71 reviews · from ~£26/night. A social, budget-friendly stay built for travellers who want to meet people — the name says it all. Good for solo surfers and backpackers looking for company as well as a cheap bed in General Luna.

Diwa Siargao Eco-House — Siargao, Philippines

12. Diwa Siargao Eco-House — General Luna · 3★ · 95 reviews · from ~£36/night. An eco-minded guesthouse for travellers who want a low-footprint, natural-feeling base. Well-reviewed and relaxed, a good mid-budget choice in walkable General Luna for couples and solo travellers.

Vivo Inn — Siargao, Philippines

13. Vivo Inn — General Luna · 3★ · 20 reviews · from ~£39/night. A straightforward, well-located inn in General Luna — a reliable, no-drama budget base close to the restaurants and tour operators. Suits travellers who want a simple private room near everything.

Hygge Siargao — Siargao, Philippines

14. Hygge Siargao — General Luna · 3★ · 97 reviews · from ~£46/night. Named for the Danish idea of cosy contentment, this is a calm, comfortable mid-budget guesthouse that punches above its price. A well-reviewed choice for couples wanting a relaxed, homely base in General Luna.

Happiness Beach Resort Siargao — Siargao, Philippines

15. Happiness Beach Resort Siargao — General Luna · 2★ · 426 reviews · from ~£47/night. One of the most-reviewed beach stays on the whole island — a hugely proven budget beachfront resort. With 426 reviews behind it and a sub-£50 rate, it's a top pick for families who want the sand and the reassurance of a consistent track record.

Blauset Two — Siargao, Philippines

16. Blauset Two — General Luna · 3★ · 517 reviews · from ~£58/night. With over 500 reviews, one of the most-booked budget stays in General Luna — a clear crowd favourite. A comfortable three-star base near the beach and the town strip, ideal for couples and small families wanting proven value.

Ocean 101 Beach Resort — Siargao, Philippines

17. Ocean 101 Beach Resort — General Luna · 3★ · 80 reviews · from ~£61/night. A long-running beachfront resort right by the Cloud 9 boardwalk — one of the classic surfers' bases on Siargao. Simple rooms, an unbeatable position for the surf, and a restaurant on-site; book ahead in swell season.

Apsaras Tribe - Siargao — Siargao, Philippines

18. Apsaras Tribe - Siargao — General Luna · 3★ · 20 reviews · from ~£61/night. A characterful boutique-leaning budget stay with a distinctive vibe, good for travellers who want somewhere with personality rather than a plain room. Close to the General Luna action.

Bulan Villas Siargao — Siargao, Philippines

19. Bulan Villas Siargao — General Luna · 3★ · 122 reviews · from ~£61/night. Private villa-style accommodation at a budget price — "bulan" means moon in the local tongue. A well-reviewed choice for couples and honeymooners wanting privacy and a bit of style without paying mid-range villa rates.

Patrick's on the Beach Resort — Siargao, Philippines

20. Patrick's on the Beach Resort — General Luna · 3★ · 117 reviews · from ~£79/night. A beachfront resort at the upper end of the budget tier, well-reviewed and reliably run. Good for travellers who want a proper beach base with resort touches while staying under £80 a night.

Retreat Siargao Resort — Siargao, Philippines

21. Retreat Siargao Resort — General Luna · 3★ · 66 reviews · from ~£88/night. The top of the budget tier and a step towards boutique — a calm, retreat-style resort for travellers who want a quieter, more polished base than a hostel while keeping the bill under £90. A good couples' pick.

Aloha Hostel Siargao — Siargao, Philippines

22. Aloha Hostel Siargao — General Luna · 67 reviews · from ~£14/night. One of the island's best-known backpacker hostels — a social, cheap base to meet other travellers and surfers. A natural first stop for solo travellers wanting company and a bargain bed in General Luna.

MyLove Siargao Village — Siargao, Philippines

23. MyLove Siargao Village — General Luna · 8 reviews · from ~£15/night. A small, cheap village-style guesthouse for budget travellers who want a quiet local base. Newer and less-reviewed, but hard to beat on price for a private room in General Luna.

CUADRO INN — Siargao, Philippines

24. CUADRO INN — General Luna · 57 reviews · from ~£15/night. A simple, well-reviewed budget inn — clean, cheap and central, exactly what a backpacker needs. At around £15 a night it's one of the best-value private-room stays on the island.

RedDoorz @ Hergem Siargao Inn — Siargao, Philippines

25. RedDoorz @ Hergem Siargao Inn — General Luna · 1★ · 14 reviews · from ~£16/night. Part of the reliable RedDoorz budget network, so you know roughly what you're getting: a clean, no-frills, air-conditioned private room at a rock-bottom price. A safe budget bet for solo travellers and couples.

Dream Catcher Nipas Siargao — Siargao, Philippines

26. Dream Catcher Nipas Siargao — General Luna · 71 reviews · from ~£17/night. A nipa-hut-style budget stay that leans into the local island aesthetic — thatched, simple and cheap. Well-reviewed and characterful, a lovely pick for travellers who want the authentic island feel on a tight budget.

TLShaw Homestay — Siargao, Philippines

27. TLShaw Homestay — General Luna · 541 reviews · from ~£17/night. The most-reviewed property in this entire guide, with 541 reviews — an exceptionally proven budget homestay. Warm, family-run and cheap, it's the standout choice for backpackers who want a trusted, welcoming base for £17 a night.

Hang Loose Hostel — Siargao, Philippines

28. Hang Loose Hostel — General Luna · 173 reviews · from ~£19/night. A popular, well-reviewed surf hostel with the relaxed name to match — a strong social base for solo travellers and surfers. With 173 reviews it's a proven backpacker favourite in General Luna.

The Broken Board — Siargao, Philippines

29. The Broken Board — General Luna · 207 reviews · from ~£20/night. A surf-themed budget stay named for the local wipeout badge of honour — social, cheap and well-reviewed, with over 200 reviews. Ideal for surfers and backpackers who want a laid-back base in the heart of the action.

Siargao Zita's Garden Inn — Siargao, Philippines

30. Siargao Zita's Garden Inn — General Luna · 154 reviews · from ~£21/night. A tranquil garden inn — a leafy, quiet budget base for travellers who want a bit of calm away from the busier hostel scene. Well-reviewed and gentle on the wallet at around £21 a night.

Higala Hostel Siargao — Siargao, Philippines

31. Higala Hostel Siargao — General Luna · 98 reviews · from ~£22/night. "Higala" means friend in the local dialect, and that's the vibe — a friendly, social hostel for meeting fellow travellers. A solid budget pick for solo backpackers and surfers in General Luna.

Gardenview Homestay Siargao — Siargao, Philippines

32. Gardenview Homestay Siargao — General Luna · 2★ · 11 reviews · from ~£22/night. A quiet, green-fronted homestay for travellers who want a simple private room away from the crowds. Newer and less-reviewed but genuinely cheap, a peaceful budget base in General Luna.

PEPAYEN Homestay — Siargao, Philippines

33. PEPAYEN Homestay — General Luna · 232 reviews · from ~£23/night. A very well-reviewed budget homestay with over 230 reviews — a proven, welcoming family-run base at a bargain rate. A great choice for backpackers who value a trusted host over frills.

G Villas Siargao — Siargao, Philippines

34. G Villas Siargao — General Luna · 17 reviews · from ~£23/night. Small villa-style budget accommodation for travellers who want a private, self-contained space without a resort price. A good-value quiet base in General Luna.

General's Hideout Siargao — Siargao, Philippines

35. General's Hideout Siargao — General Luna · 59 reviews · from ~£26/night. A tucked-away budget stay with a fittingly secluded name — a calm hideaway for travellers who want privacy and quiet in General Luna. Well-reviewed and reasonably priced.

Yas villas homestay — Siargao, Philippines

36. Yas villas homestay — General Luna · 27 reviews · from ~£27/night. A homely villa-style homestay for travellers wanting a private room with a local feel. Simple, cheap and central — a straightforward budget base in General Luna.

Soeliana Resort — Siargao, Philippines

37. Soeliana Resort — General Luna · 2★ · 19 reviews · from ~£29/night. A small budget resort offering a step up from a bare homestay — a bit more comfort and a resort feel while staying firmly in the budget band. Good for couples wanting resort touches under £30.

KAMURAYAW SIARGAO — Siargao, Philippines

38. KAMURAYAW SIARGAO — General Luna · 95 reviews · from ~£36/night. A well-reviewed budget stay whose name evokes local calm — a relaxed, comfortable base for travellers who want more than a hostel dorm without stretching the budget. Central in General Luna.

Sentro Suites Siargao — Siargao, Philippines

39. Sentro Suites Siargao — General Luna · 115 reviews · from ~£36/night. Central suite-style budget rooms — the "sentro" (centre) name is literal, putting you in the heart of General Luna near the restaurants and tour operators. Well-reviewed and good value for couples wanting a bit more space.

Tarzan's House — Siargao, Philippines

40. Tarzan's House — General Luna · 97 reviews · from ~£38/night. A characterful jungle-themed budget guesthouse for travellers who want somewhere with personality. Well-reviewed and leafy, a fun mid-budget base near the General Luna strip.

Siargao Home Sweet Home — Siargao, Philippines

41. Siargao Home Sweet Home — General Luna · 38 reviews · from ~£38/night. A homely, welcoming budget guesthouse that lives up to its name — a comfortable, family-friendly private-room base in General Luna. Good for travellers who want a warm, low-key stay.

Anajawan Island Beachfront Resort — Siargao, Philippines

42. Anajawan Island Beachfront Resort — General Luna · 95 reviews · from ~£38/night. A beachfront budget resort with an island-escape feel — well-reviewed and genuinely on the sand for under £40. A strong pick for travellers who want a quiet, scenic beach base without a resort price.

Himaya — Siargao, Philippines

43. Himaya — General Luna · 36 reviews · from ~£42/night. A calm, stylish budget stay whose name means "grace" or "peace" locally — a serene base for travellers who want a bit of design polish at a budget rate. Central and well-reviewed in General Luna.

Rucksack Inn Siargao — Siargao, Philippines

44. Rucksack Inn Siargao — General Luna · 215 reviews · from ~£43/night. A backpacker-focused inn with over 200 reviews — proven, sociable and well-run, exactly what the name promises. A great mid-budget base for travellers who want hostel energy with private-room comfort.

Terra Siargao — Siargao, Philippines

45. Terra Siargao — General Luna · 46 reviews · from ~£45/night. An earthy, natural-feeling budget stay for travellers who want a grounded, low-key base. Well-reviewed and comfortable, a good couples' pick in the mid-budget band in General Luna.

Siargao Bed and Brewery — Siargao, Philippines

46. Siargao Bed and Brewery — General Luna · 3★ · 11 reviews · from ~£45/night. A fun combined stay-and-craft-beer concept — a lively budget base for travellers who want their accommodation and their after-surf drink under one roof. Newer but distinctive, right in General Luna.

Villa Consolacion Resort — Siargao, Philippines

47. Villa Consolacion Resort — General Luna · 52 reviews · from ~£45/night. A small villa-style budget resort offering private-room comfort with resort touches. Well-reviewed and reasonably priced, a solid choice for couples wanting a quiet base under £50.

YAMA APARTMENTS - Private Beachfront — Siargao, Philippines

48. YAMA APARTMENTS - Private Beachfront — General Luna · 458 reviews · from ~£51/night. A hugely-reviewed private beachfront apartment stay with 458 reviews — space, self-catering and the sand outside your door for around £51. One of the best budget picks for families and longer stays who want room to spread out.

Kesa Cloud 9 Hotel & Resort Siargao — Siargao, Philippines

49. Kesa Cloud 9 Hotel & Resort Siargao — General Luna · 115 reviews · from ~£53/night. A well-reviewed budget hotel-and-resort near the famous Cloud 9 surf break — a comfortable, sociable base for surfers who want to roll out of bed and onto the boardwalk. Good value for its location at around £53 a night.

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Siargao Hotels FAQs

What is the cheapest area to stay in Siargao?
General Luna is both the cheapest and the most convenient base on the island — it's where the ferries, the surf schools, the restaurants and almost every bookable hotel are clustered, so you're not paying for transfers to reach anything. Within General Luna, the guesthouses and homestays a few streets back from the beach (rather than beachfront) are where the £12–25 rooms live. Nine Clouds Homestyle Accommodation starts around £12 and Dormitelsph Cloud 9 around £15 — both a short tricycle ride from the sand. Every hotel in this guide is in General Luna.
How cheap are hotels in Siargao?
Very cheap by UK standards. On recent searches, real bookable rooms in Siargao start around £12 a night at Nine Clouds Homestyle Accommodation and £14–17 at hostels and homestays like Aloha Hostel Siargao, CUADRO INN and Dream Catcher Nipas. A comfortable private mid-budget room with air-con runs roughly £25–50, and only one property on the whole island — Mango Tree Siargao — pushes into five-star territory at around £300. It's an island of guesthouses and small resorts, which is exactly why it's so affordable.
Are there hostels and guesthouses in Siargao under £25?
Plenty. Aloha Hostel Siargao (from ~£14), Hang Loose Hostel (~£19), Higala Hostel Siargao (~£22) and a long list of homestays — TLShaw Homestay (~£17), PEPAYEN Homestay (~£23), Dream Catcher Nipas (~£17) — all sit under £25 a night. Dormitelsph Cloud 9 (~£15) puts you close to the island's famous surf break for the price of a UK pub lunch. For solo surfers and backpackers, Siargao is one of the best-value beach destinations in Southeast Asia.
Is there an environmental or eco fee in Siargao?
Yes. Visitors arriving in Siargao pay a small environmental / tourism fee (typically a few hundred pesos, roughly £3–5) collected at the airport or port on arrival, plus a modest terminal fee at Sayak Airport (IAO). Some island-hopping and lagoon tours also carry their own small local entry or environmental fees paid on the day. These are add-ons, not included in your room rate — carry Philippine peso cash for them, as card machines are rare outside the bigger resorts.
What are the best budget beach stays in Siargao for families?
For families wanting a beachfront base without resort prices, look at Eddie's Beach Resort Siargao (from ~£24), Happiness Beach Resort Siargao (~£47, and it has one of the largest review counts on the island) and Ocean 101 Beach Resort (~£61) right by Cloud 9. YAMA APARTMENTS - Private Beachfront (~£51) gives you an apartment-style space with room for kids. All keep you on or beside the sand in General Luna, walkable to food and tours.
What are the cheapest months to visit Siargao?
The cheapest rates fall in the low season, roughly June to October, which overlaps the wet/typhoon months but also the best surf swells (August–November). You get greener scenery, quieter beaches and lower room prices, with the trade-off of occasional heavy rain and the odd ferry or flight disruption. The busiest and priciest window is the December–February dry season and Easter. If you're chasing budget over guaranteed sunshine, the shoulder weeks of May and late November hit the sweet spot.
How do I get from Sayak Airport to my hotel in General Luna?
Sayak Airport (IAO), near Del Carmen in the island's north, is about 45 minutes to an hour from General Luna by road. Most hotels arrange a van transfer for a fixed fee (roughly £8–12 per person shared), which is the easiest option after a long journey. Cheaper still is a habal-habal (motorbike taxi) or a shared multicab if you're travelling light. Arrange the transfer with your hotel in advance, as taxis don't queue at the small airport the way they do at big-city terminals.
How do I get to Siargao from the UK?
There are no direct flights from the UK to Siargao — or to the Philippines at all. You fly to Manila (MNL) via a Gulf or Asian hub (Doha, Dubai, Singapore, Hong Kong), then connect on a domestic flight to Sayak Airport (IAO) with Cebu Pacific, Philippine Airlines or AirSwift, usually via Cebu or Manila. The full journey runs 18–24 hours door to door. An alternative is to fly into Surigao City and take the ferry across to Dapa port on Siargao.
Is Siargao worth visiting if I don't surf?
Absolutely. Siargao is famous for the Cloud 9 surf break, but non-surfers come for the island-hopping trip to Naked, Daku and Guyam Islands, the freshwater Sugba Lagoon (paddleboarding and a rope swing over turquoise water), the Magpupungko rock pools at low tide, palm-forest motorbike rides and the Maasin coconut-palm river. Plenty of guests never touch a surfboard and still fill a week easily.
Which is the best-rated luxury hotel in Siargao?
Mango Tree Siargao is the island's standout five-star, a design-led villa retreat in General Luna from around £300 a night — the only genuine five-star property in our data. Siargao isn't a five-star island in the way of Boracay or Cebu; its ceiling is boutique villas and stylish four-star resorts rather than international chains, which is part of its low-key charm. If you want polished mid-luxury, look at the four-star Las Palmas Villas and Casitas or Surfing Temple Boutique Hotel.
How much does a mid-range hotel in Siargao cost per night?
Real four-star and boutique mid-range rooms in Siargao run roughly £74–153 a night on recent midweek searches. Reef Beach Resort (from ~£74) and Daluyong Beach Resort (~£79) sit at the affordable end; Kalipay Resort Siargao (~£85), Surfing Temple Boutique Hotel (~£106) and Siargao Sunset Bay Beach Villas (~£110) in the middle; and Las Palmas Villas and Casitas (~£153) at the top of the tier. All are in General Luna, walkable or a short ride from the beach and the surf.
Where is Cloud 9 and which hotels are near it?
Cloud 9 is the island's world-famous reef surf break, marked by its wooden boardwalk and viewing tower, just north of General Luna town. Hotels near it include Ocean 101 Beach Resort (from ~£61), Kesa Cloud 9 Hotel & Resort Siargao (~£53) and the budget Dormitelsph Cloud 9 (~£15). Staying near Cloud 9 puts you steps from the surf at dawn; staying in General Luna town proper puts you closer to the restaurants and nightlife — both are a short tricycle hop apart.
Can I visit Siargao on a tight backpacker budget?
Yes — Siargao is one of the most backpacker-friendly islands in the Philippines. A hostel dorm or basic private room runs £12–22 a night, motorbike hire is a few pounds a day, a plate of local food is £2–4, and the classic island-hopping tour to Naked, Daku and Guyam is shared and cheap when booked locally. Two people sharing a £15 homestay room like Dream Catcher Nipas or CUADRO INN can have a full week here for less than a long weekend in most European beach towns.
What is the best time of year to surf in Siargao?
The best swells at Cloud 9 and the surrounding breaks run from August to November, with September and October often the standout months for experienced surfers. The rest of the year still has rideable waves — the shoulder season from March to June is friendlier for beginners with smaller, more forgiving surf. The Siargao surfing competitions typically land in the September–October window, so expect a busier, livelier scene and higher room rates then.
Do I need a motorbike to get around Siargao?
It helps a lot. Siargao's sights — Sugba Lagoon, Magpupungko rock pools, Maasin River, Pacifico beach — are spread across the island, and a hired scooter (around £5–8 a day) is how most travellers reach them independently. If you'd rather not ride, tricycles and habal-habal motorbike taxis cover shorter hops around General Luna cheaply, and organised day tours bundle transport in. Within General Luna itself, most hotels, restaurants and the beach are walkable.
Are there beachfront hotels in Siargao under £60?
Several. Ocean 101 Beach Resort (from ~£61 is just over), while genuinely under £60 you have Eddie's Beach Resort Siargao (~£24), Happiness Beach Resort Siargao (~£47), Blauset Two (~£58) and YAMA APARTMENTS - Private Beachfront (~£51). Beachfront on Siargao usually means a small resort or apartment rather than a big hotel, which is exactly why the prices stay low. Tap through on your dates, as the cheapest beachfront rooms sell out fastest.
Is Siargao safe for solo travellers?
Siargao is considered one of the safer, friendlier islands in the Philippines for solo and female travellers, with a strong backpacker and surf community centred on General Luna. Standard precautions apply — watch your belongings on the beach, ride motorbikes carefully on unlit rural roads at night, and carry cash sensibly. The hostels in this guide (Aloha, Hang Loose, Higala) are natural places to meet other travellers if you're on your own.
What's the difference between General Luna and the rest of Siargao?
General Luna (often shortened to 'GL') is the tourist heart of Siargao — the strip of beach, bars, cafés, surf schools and almost all the bookable accommodation, plus the boardwalk out to Cloud 9. The rest of the island is quieter: Dapa is the main port town, Del Carmen has the mangrove forest and the airport, and villages like Pacifico and Burgos on the east coast have emptier beaches and more advanced surf. For a first trip, base yourself in General Luna.
Do hotels in Siargao take card payments?
The bigger resorts and mid-range hotels increasingly accept cards, but many budget homestays, hostels and small resorts are cash-only, and the island's ATMs can run dry or charge high fees. The safe move is to draw plenty of Philippine peso before you arrive (or in Cebu/Manila on the way) to cover budget rooms, food, tricycles, tours and the environmental fee. Booking through JetMeAway locks your room rate in advance so you only need cash for extras on the ground.
Which hotels in Siargao have the most guest reviews?
Among the properties in this guide, TLShaw Homestay (541 reviews), Blauset Two (517), YAMA APARTMENTS - Private Beachfront (458), Happiness Beach Resort Siargao (426) and Las Palmas Villas and Casitas (398) carry the largest review counts — a good sign of a proven, consistently-run place. High review numbers matter more than star ratings on an island where many excellent stays are unclassified guesthouses rather than officially-rated hotels.
Is Siargao good for a honeymoon on a budget?
It's an excellent budget-honeymoon island — private villa-style stays like Bulan Villas Siargao (~£61), Siargao Sunset Bay Beach Villas (~£110) or the boutique Surfing Temple Boutique Hotel (~£106) give you privacy and style for a fraction of a Maldives price. Pair a few nights in a mid-range villa with a private island-hopping trip to Guyam and a sunset at Cloud 9 and you have a romantic week well under most honeymoon budgets. For a splurge, Mango Tree Siargao is the island's five-star option.
How many days should I spend in Siargao?
Four to five full days is the sweet spot — enough for a surf lesson or two at Cloud 9, the island-hopping tour to Naked, Daku and Guyam, a day at Sugba Lagoon, the Magpupungko rock pools at low tide, and a slow beach day or two. Given the long journey from the UK, many travellers stay a week to make the trip worthwhile, and Siargao's low room prices make the extra nights easy to justify.
What should I book in advance versus on arrival in Siargao?
Book your hotel in advance — the best-value rooms, especially beachfront and the popular hostels, fill up in surf season and around competitions. Island-hopping tours, motorbike hire, Sugba Lagoon trips and surf lessons are cheaper and easy to arrange on the ground in General Luna, often through your accommodation. Locking your room rate ahead protects your budget; leaving the day-tours flexible lets you follow the weather and the swell.
Are there any all-inclusive resorts in Siargao?
Not really — Siargao isn't an all-inclusive island the way parts of Turkey or the Caribbean are. Its accommodation is guesthouses, hostels, boutique villas and small beach resorts, most of which are room-only or room-with-breakfast. That's a feature, not a flaw: eating out is cheap and excellent in General Luna, so you get more variety and better value paying as you go than you would locked into a buffet. Budget for £10–20 a day on food per person and eat like a local.

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