Facing the seafront in Bunaken, Sunset Guest House & Bar has a private beach area and a bar. There is a private entrance at the guest house for the convenience of those who stay.
Lynn
Australia
Helmi and Yoke were wonderful, welcoming hosts who showed great care for their guests. Nothing was too much trouble, dive trip, transfers and oddball requests dealt with efficiently and with grace. The food was simply amazing. Great use of local resources to produce a local cuisine that was second to none on the island. Whilst largely fish or chicken based, every meal was different, and delicious. Fresh tastes, plenty of vegetables, cold beer and warm smiles. We had only booked one night, planning to extend but unfortunately we had to move as our room was already booked. No problems, Helmi and Yoke were only too happy to have us as casual diners, which ended up to be every evening meal for the remaining week we were on the Island.
The rooms are quite spartan, air conditioning is coming, but everything is clean and well presented.
Facing the seafront in Bunaken, 4 Sisters Divers has a private beach area and a shared lounge.
Sara
Switzerland
I spend lovely three days here, the place is great.
The Saff is amazing, very friendly, warm and flexibel. And the atmosphere was very familiar.
And they cooked for sure the best meals ever!
The little beach got always cleaned up, and i would recomend to take a walk on the island, near the beach.
I enjoyed the snorceling with turtles very much!
Located in the famed diving site of Bunaken, Onong Resort offers cosy and homey beachfront accommodation featuring free WiFi access throughout the property.
Located on Bunaken Island along the Pangalisan Beach, Cakalang Resort offers diving and snorkeling opportunities on-site. It has a restaurant and a 24-hour front desk.
aaron
New Zealand
We had a great time at cakalang with Fernando and his wife being extremely accomodating. Debbie the receptionist/cook was amazing and made the best food we have had in Indonesia. Great diving experience with the team here also.
Can’t wait to return some time soon!
Panorama Backpackers features a garden, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Bunaken. The resort also provides free WiFi as well as a paid airport shuttle service.
Paul
United States
Very close to the beach, great staff, almost like being in the jungle
The Village Bunaken features an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a shared lounge and terrace in Bunaken. The accommodation provides a private beach area, as well as a restaurant and a bar.
Alexander
Belgium
Very friendly staff, yummy lunch and dinner. Beautiful bungalows (but need some rework).
Situated in Bunaken, Blue Shark Divers Bunaken features air-conditioned accommodation with a terrace and free WiFi. Guests staying at this homestay have access to a balcony.
Yutaka
United States
Fantastic 5-night stay with Dion and his family, in almost-beachfront property within main Bunaken village. The rooms are spacious, air-conditioned, with private bathroom and a small sitting area with chair(s) and clothes drying rack, just outside my room, all within access to wifi internet. The beach, which is 25m away, is kept quite clean and a great place to unwind after the dives or before dinner. Three delicious meals are served at set times each day, the menu including rice/noodle, vegetables, and a protein meat/fish dish ... every day slightly different. Great setup to meet the other guests and get to know Dion and his family. I organized 8 dives with Dion's affiliated Blue Shark Diving shop, and each outing was very special. And lastly, Dion himself was very helpful in organizing the next leg of my journey ... he helped book reliable, clean private cars, and tours for my next trajectory to the Togean Islands. In summary, a very memorable stay. Thank you!
Located in Bunaken, EL Homestay Bunaken provides accommodation with seating area. There is an on-site restaurant and free private parking.
Peter
United States
Excellent food, lots of fruit, good variety, different dishes every meal. Fish was very fresh and often accompanied by a photo of the actual fish. Stephen and Missi made us feel like part of the family. Stephen arranged for car and boat transportation from the airport and later to Tangkoko. Also for a snorkeling boat. Very attentive and interested in our welfare.
Located in Bunaken, 3WILL Bunaken Dive Resort is only a short distance from beautiful snorkelling and diving spots. It boasts a diving centre, massage services and a tour desk.
Lynn
New Zealand
Well maintained, great staff, well run dive operation. All the dive gear was in great order, the staff focussed on providing an enjoyable dive with.an appropriate level of safety. The night dives were extraordinary, and the onshore resort very comfortable. There’s a great bar just up the road when you’ve had enough Bintang at the resort that smashes Caparinhas. Really enjoyable range of guests, mostly dive nuts but generally quite harmless. Would be very happy to stay here again.
Island of Bunaken is very accessible on a short boat ride...
Island of Bunaken is very accessible on a short boat ride from Manado harbor. The island itself is very quiet, almost boring if you come looking for lively nightlife or bars & restaurants. The main attraction are the coral reefs, still relatively pristine with its marine life ecosystem ... let's hope that it can continue to stay that way.
Yutaka
United States
8.0
Scored 8.0
The island is very beautiful, a place from which to go...
The island is very beautiful, a place from which to go diving and snorkling. There is everything for everyone. Unfortunately, the plastic is at home in a national park! Tourist activity has started to destroy the coral reef in some places. In a few years Bunaken park will be only in name. It is a recommended place for those who practice diving, less a place to relax.
Florin
Romania
10
Scored 10
Dive operation Celebes Divers made me feel very welcome and...
Dive operation Celebes Divers made me feel very welcome and couldn't do enough to assist my diving. At 78 years old and with a scuba career of nearly 50 years, Dive leader Ali and the other dive team members plus the boat crew did all they could to assist me in exiting the water, given my knee problems, by me doffing my equipment in the water, crew members lifting it up onto the deck, so I could climb aboard unencumbered.
Dived an interesting Japanese freighter wreck sunk by the Americans in World War 2 and several reefs chock a block with fish & corals. Well done Celebes Divers staff!
Haines
8.0
Scored 8.0
Airport transfers must be arranged through the resort.
Airport transfers must be arranged through the resort. Don't even attempt to do this yourself. You have to love swimming, snorkelling and or diving to make the most of your stay. The resort is in the bunaken national park - so the sites are pretty amazing. There is a spa to enjoy after the relaxing dives. Food is great so no need to drag snack along. Not mush to buy - so make sure you have the essentials! Enjoy a fab experience!
Otto
South Africa
10
Scored 10
Loved Bunaken, stayed one week on either side of the island...
Loved Bunaken, stayed one week on either side of the island in full board resorts which was good because both sides are so different. Many good dive boats/teams and great snorkeling from the beach or go out with a dive boat. The small town deserves some time spent there and next time I'd stay in town for a few days as well.
Susan Gay
Australia
10
Scored 10
If you are looking at Bunaken as a holiday destination you...
If you are looking at Bunaken as a holiday destination you are probably already aware of what an amazing place it is for diving or snorkelling, lots of healthy coral and sea life including turtles, rays, small sharks and a never ending variety of fish.
It's quite a quiet location which is perfect if you are looking for peace. Bunaken is a very small island so there isn't a town where you can go partying or anything. you are likely to spend the majority of your time in the resort although you can go and explore a little if you wish.
Super friendly staff. The owners are great. There is a very friendly vibe. The food is delicious, homemade and shared with the other guests. The view from the room is incredible. The restaurant/ lounge area is super comfortable. Great dives and snorkel opportunities with equipment can be arranged on site. Diving instructors are amazing. You can even snorkel from the beach. Motorbike rentals can be arranged.
Great location in the village right next to the public ferry. The food was incredible, as mentioned by many others. You can experience the life of the people of Bunaken, as you are staying with a local family and everything happens on the street and beach around the house. The dive shop next door is also really good. Free water and coffee were also appreciated and the fan in the room an absolute necessity!
Herol and his team made us feel so welcome, all staff was friendly and smiling, the place is right on the beach but is kept spotless, the food was really nice (homemade Indonesian dishes, always some veggies, protein and fruit), the diving exceeded our expectations in terms of both the coral and the amount of fish life and we were even lucky to have the boat and guide to ourselves. Definitely recommend!
Really lovely resort grounds with both pool and beach access. We stayed in a family cottage that was really well laid out and super comfortable.
Meals had a good selection of both Indonesian and western options. Staff was great throughout the stay. Our daughter had her birthday while we were there and they made her feel really special with a custom cake, live band singing happy birthday, etc.
pros: good food, i'm vegan and i could ask the kitchen to make the fried rice vegan, just use veggies instead of egg/meat. it's also near the pier where you can snorkel and see turtles, fishes and beautiful corals! the hotel is also run by a lovely family and near the 4sisters diver, where you can arrange your diving needs, including a certification course. AC and hot water work fine
Our family had a lovely stay at The Village Bunaken. We were tucked away in the mangroves which was perfect for reading books and relaxing. The snorkeling is awesome, and our children had a very good time learning about the aquatic ecosystem that surrounds the island. Highlights include the friendly staff, the cozy atmosphere and the afternoon tea time.
It’s a small resort nicely integrated into the small village.
The personal care of the whole team around Sarah was a great experience and the food unique and the best we ever had enjoyed.
The common meals on the beach are beautiful and you can chat wit the other guests at the dinner.
The house riff is also on a very good condition.
My stay at Novita was incredible. I felt like part of a family. The food is excellent and the family is adorable. The accommodation is very comfortable and the value for money unbeatable. I only want to come back to Bunaken to see them! The girls are very nice too. We went snorkeling together. Thanks a lot. I recommend 100%.
Food is acceptable just a tab bit salty. The villa provided food for lunch and dinner at additional cost. The boss lady went out of her way to help us check opening time for clinic as my baby had a fever during our stay and also to port our lost luggage over to the next hotel.. Nice massage experience=)
The whole crew is so friendly, funny and helpful, we really felt like staying at a families place 👍🏻 Olivia takes care of everything.
Also the food is absolutely delicious. Top spots for diving are very close and Sven is a great dive guide. This is definitely the place to be at Bunaken!
They upgraded my stay to the best bungalow they had on the beach for free. Thanks.
I really loved the beach. At Bunaken, you first have the coral reef, then the lagoon, then the mangrove, then the beach. So the nature setting is quite exceptional unless you don't like Mangrove of course.
Great experience and exquisite people,
I really felt like I was part of the family and been treated like a king.
Ope and Olga are outstanding hosts, if you want a real authentic Bunaken experience, then it doesn't get any better than this! Highly recommend and will definitely come back
The location of the resort along the coastline, there are beautiful cabins and pools, there are three lovely dogs, there are friendly staff, there are versatile and warm diving instructors, there is a relaxed and friendly atmosphere,the delicious food~~~
Very good place with a great staff. They really make you feel like home. The food is also great. Only 1 minute walk from the beach. The island is also great and the diving is very good. I planned to stay one week and ended up staying 3 weeks
Guests are spoiled here - loved the personal, friendly attention. Staff, food, facilities, diving, location... - 5-star service/resort. Their attention to detail is impeccable, setting a high standard of excellence
Incredible meals, every one of them.
Beautifully landscaped, clean and simple bungalows.
Dive equipment great, dive master very knowledgeable.
Diving is incredible
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