Reviews of MOMO Hostel
Talisay, Basdiot, 6032 Moalboal, Philippines
#5 of 84 hotels in Moalboal
Guests' ChoiceReview Score
Based on 271 hostel reviews
9.4Score breakdown
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Cleanliness
9.6
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Comfort
9.6
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Location
8.2
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Facilities
9.4
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Staff
9.7
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Value for money
9.6
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Free WiFi
9.4
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Reviewed: May 5, 2024
Sam
Canada7 Reviews10“Excellent, clean, comfortable”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
2 minute walk from the beach. And a 5-10 min walk from all the bars and nightlife. Staff was very friendly and very helpful giving lots of good information and always offering coffees.
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: May 4, 2024
Daniel
Spain149 Reviews21 helpful votes10“Totally recommended”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
A bit far away from the main road
Momo and Wilma make you feel like home. Very cool hostel. You can book the excursion with them, they give you tips about restaurants, things to do etc. Also, they will call your tuktuks when you need it. Very social hostel with great vibes. Very clean and comfortable.
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: May 1, 2024
William
United Kingdom9 Reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The staff were incredibly friendly, the hostel has a family type feel to it. They have options for snorkeling and the canyoneering where the companies pick you up directly from the hostel. The beds were comfortable with a curtain for privacy
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: April 29, 2024
Nadine
Switzerland33 Reviews4 helpful votes10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The hostel is highly recommended. Momo and her staff are so friendly and helpful. The hostel is a little far from all the restaurants and bars, but it is easy to reach on foot or by scooter. Scooters can be booked at the accommodation, as can tours. Everything is very clean and we felt very comfortable!
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: April 28, 2024
Emma
Denmark1 review9.0“Thank you for the best stay ever”- • Leisure trip
- • Travelers with friends
- • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Everything was totally good. But be aware of the cold showers
MOMO herself was the best part of our stay. She went out of her way to make us feel good and comfortable. She truly is the best host ever!! Walking distance to great food and snorkeling places. We got a great deal of help with planing our trip
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: April 25, 2024
Leon
United Kingdom2 Reviews10“Really friendly staff”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
It's a small place with all the necessities. But that's all I needed
The staff are such great people and they'll treat you like a friend. They give advice on where to visit and will book any tours your looking for. Definitely recommend if you want a quiet atmosphere. Big up Momo!
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: April 25, 2024
Alex
United Kingdom5 Reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Beds were comfortable and clean. Bathroom and shower area were big and clean. Friendly staff that cannot do enough for you and were always around to help. Taxi to cebu airport is best price in Moalboal.
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: April 21, 2024
Grahame
United Kingdom30 Reviews5 helpful votes9.0“A must stay at Momos”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
If anything it would just be the dirt road! 😂
Fantastic welcoming hostel. Momo and family/friends were just the best. Lovely husky called jack and 2 kittens free WiFi water and coffee. The pod/bed was large enough and comfy and you had electric charging and a light. Showers and toilets were good too. Really friendly place with nice travellers whilst I was there. Swam off the beach with sea turtles just down the road.
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: April 20, 2024
Sorcha
Ireland6 Reviews9.0“Inclusive, chill and social!”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nowhere to cook. It is down a quiet road and although it’s only 10/15 mins from town centre it’s not great on your own at night.
Staff were very friendly and welcoming, all you had to do was sit in the chill area and talk to Momo or Wilomena. Bathrooms and showers were immaculately clean! Very social and warm.
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: April 20, 2024
Maor
Israel13 Reviews10“Book it. It’s amazing.”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Everything!! The stuff is so amazing, maybe it’s a bit far from the Main Street but it’s 3 minutes with a motorbike
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: April 10, 2024
Herman
Norway44 Reviews8 helpful votes9.0Wonderful- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nice and cozy hostel off the main road. Very clean, and the staff are friendly.
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: April 6, 2024
Darouny
Belgium18 Reviews2 helpful votes10“Its was Nice to meet you Momo”- • Business trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Everything Thank you
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: April 3, 2024
Elke
Netherlands4 Reviews9.0“Amazing!!”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The shower pressure was not the best but it was fine!
The outside sitting space is so nice!! There is a good atmosphere. I’ve met great travelers here ;)
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: April 1, 2024
Karla
Malta18 Reviews2 helpful votes10“Great stay”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The staff were very accommodating and Momo was very welcoming. They have the most adorable kittens and dog to love! The bed was comfy and clean and the showers were good and clean, as well as the bathroom. It was easy to book tours as well as bikes and tricycles when needed. There was space to meet people but it was still quite quiet which was a nice mix as the social areas were not next to the dorms.
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: March 31, 2024
Sara
Australia8 Reviews9.0Wonderful- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The staff was super friendly and made me feel at home
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: March 18, 2024
Carla
Germany5 Reviews1 helpful vote10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Travelers with friends
- • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 5 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The staff and Momo, everybody was really nice. We had a fantastic stay! :)
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: March 17, 2024
Jarid
Canada38 Reviews6 helpful votes8.0Very Good- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Location is not bad, but it’s not close to town either (good on a scooter). It’s maybe a 15 min walk? Ish. Still good
Very helpful staff
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: March 14, 2024
Jorge
Germany10 Reviews10“Best hostel in Moalboal 👍🏽”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nothing to complain about
Rooms and facilities were clean. Staff and owner super friendly 👍🏽🙂
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: March 12, 2024
Xenia
Germany9 Reviews1 helpful vote10“Amazing hostel and great staff”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Everything was great! All areas are very clean, beds are comfortable and the common space is really nice. Free coffee in the mornings is amazing. The staff is great and you feel directly at home. Would definitely recommend staying here, I’d stay here again for sure!
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: March 7, 2024
Jumore
New Zealand85 Reviews9 helpful votes9.0Wonderful- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Shower and wash hand area needs improvement I think, sink clogged and shower barely working properly.
Atmosphere and staff make the difference on here. Momo as well as Wilma were amazing. Bed are comfy and room are equipped with the necessary stuff.
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: March 5, 2024
Daniel
Sweden6 Reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nothing
Great staff that made you feel very welcome. Would definetly recommend!
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: March 5, 2024
Isabelle
United Kingdom1 review10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Momo and staff were super friendly
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: March 3, 2024
Frits
Netherlands8 Reviews1 helpful vote10“20/10 would visit again”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
There was no breakfast at the hostel but there was a great place they recommended around the corner.
The staff was very nice and the common utility's are clean. Free refills on you water bottle and complimentary coffee and tea.
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: March 1, 2024
Stella
United States of America22 Reviews4 helpful votes8.0“I recommend it for peace and quiet and good amenities.”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
Location. You see, this place isn't THAT close to town center by foot and you definitely need to walk about 15-20 mins to get to main road. That said, if you are looking for a quiet hostel, this is where you should stay. Now, it's close to the beach, but that is JUST the water. It's not close anywhere to where you can buy/get a proper meal.
The hostel itself is amazing. Momo is amazing. The facilities are amazing. Everything is amazing - except for the location and how close you want/need to be to where the action is.
Stayed in January 2024
