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Carpe Diem Villas & Resort

4.0 star property
Hotel with 7 outdoor pools, near Hartman Beach
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Executive Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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F. Ponce de Leon Rd, Puerto Princesa, Mimaropa, 5300
  • Place, Hartman Beach
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Robinsons Place Palawan
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, SM City Puerto Princesa
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Puerto Princesa (PPS)
    ‪8 min drive‬
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Exclusive Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 484 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Room

  • 484 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Executive Room

  • 484 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Exclusive Villa, 1 King Bed

  • 484 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Signature Villa

  • 484 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Villa

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1076 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 King Beds and 4 Twin Murphy Beds

About the neighborhood

Puerto Princesa

Located in Puerto Princesa City Centre within a mile (2 km) of Hartman Beach, Carpe Diem Villas & Resort is within 2 miles (3 km) of other popular sights such as Robinsons Place Palawan. This 14-room, 4-star hotel welcomes guests with 7 outdoor pools, a restaurant, and a 24-hour gym.

What's nearby

  • Hartman Beach - 17 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Robinsons Place Palawan - 8 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • SM City Puerto Princesa - 10 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Palawan Special Battalion WW2 Memorial Museum - 12 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Honda Bay - 39 min drive - 11.2 miles

Getting around

  • Puerto Princesa Airport (PPS) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hunt Restaurant - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Demeter Diner - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Summer Days Cafe - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Haim Chicken - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Ke Nikko - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Carpe Diem Villas & Resort

Hotel with 7 outdoor pools, near Hartman Beach
Guests staying at Carpe Diem Villas & Resort enjoy access to 7 outdoor pools, a 24-hour gym, and free WiFi in public areas. If you drive, take advantage of free parking. The front desk is staffed 24 hours a day to help with tours/tickets and securing valuables. This hotel also has a garden.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 42-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels. Bathrooms offer slippers and toothbrushes and toothpaste, and pillowtop beds with premium bedding ensure a restful night. Minibars, electric kettles, and safes are other standard amenities.
7 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a 24-hour fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include massages.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: PHP 750 for adults and PHP 750 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • A swim-up bar

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • 7 outdoor pools

Family friendly

  • 7 outdoor pools

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • Pool loungers

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No elevator
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Built in 2022
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk chair
  • Office
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for PHP 1000.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately PHP 750 for adults and PHP 750 for children
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: PHP 1000.0 per day

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: noon
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.
Property Registration Number CS201913059

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services. Contact the hotel at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • Nearby construction work may cause some noise disturbance.
  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Carpe Diem & Puerto Princesa
Carpe Diem Villas & Resort Hotel
Carpe Diem Villas & Resort Puerto Princesa
Carpe Diem Villas & Resort Hotel Puerto Princesa

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see close to Carpe Diem Villas & Resort?

This hotel is situated in Puerto Princesa City Centre, close to Hartman Beach, Robinsons Place Palawan, and SM City Puerto Princesa. You'll also find NCCC Mall Palawan and Puerto Princesa City Baywalk within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Carpe Diem Villas & Resort?

Yes, secured self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Is there a spa available at Carpe Diem Villas & Resort?

Spa services at the hotel include massages.

Does Carpe Diem Villas & Resort include a casino?

No, Carpe Diem Villas & Resort doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Carpe Diem Villas & Resort?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there are 7 outdoor pools. Guests have pool access between 7:00 AM and 8:00 PM.

Is Carpe Diem Villas & Resort good for couples?

There are many amenities for couples at this hotel, including in-room massages as well as 7 outdoor pools and a poolside bar.

Does Carpe Diem Villas & Resort have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Carpe Diem Villas & Resort have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Carpe Diem Villas & Resort serves buffet breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Will Carpe Diem Villas & Resort allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Carpe Diem Villas & Resort though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Carpe Diem Villas & Resort?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

How close is the airport from Carpe Diem Villas & Resort?

The closest major airport to Carpe Diem Villas & Resort is Puerto Princesa Airport (PPS), which is 2.3 mi away (10 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Carpe Diem Villas & Resort?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel offer either a balcony or a terrace where guests can enjoy pool views.

Carpe Diem Villas & Resort Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 58 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 58 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 58 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 58 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 58 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Ulysses, Omaha

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Carpe Diem Resort has a lot of potential. The pool area is beautiful, and the staff were friendly throughout our stay. The room was clean and nicely designed, with a magnificent bathroom. The beds were a bit stiff, and the walls were thin, so we could hear noise from the next room. Breakfast was the biggest disappointment. The food felt subpar and overly fancy when a simple Filipino breakfast would have been much better. The quality did not match the extra cost. Several interns were managing breakfast but seemed untrained, spending most of their time chatting instead of helping guests. Overall, it is a lovely place with promise, but the food and staff training need improvement to match the beauty of the resort.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

SHEILLA

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Tarrah

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Overall it was a nice place and we had a great stay! It was a little farther from most of the mains areas than I thought it would be as the tuk tuk rides were long. And the bathroom smelled a bit like mold and I could visibly see mold in the bathroom so there’s that. And we got the private pool room but couldn’t really swim in it because it got dirty quick. But the staff was great and we had a lovely stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

mahmood dawood

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing place and fabulous 😍
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Annalyn

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Beautiful - but beware mosquitos

The place is BEAUTIFUL. Service is good but like most places in the Philippines not necessarily timely (for example: breakfast is posted that it starts at 7, of the four mornings we were here it wasn’t all ready till 7:10-7:50.) The private pools by the family villas were amazing for privacy, they skim the pools and maintain the property well. The only issue with the property is the mosquito population is WILD. Even using OFF we were eaten up and the mosquitos were everywhere. Seems like some spraying or torches to bring down the mosquito population would be beneficial. Also they have listed that they have an exercise room - It’s a sweet little area with only an exercise bike and one machine. So if that’s something you were looking forward to… Don’t. The WiFi is amazing. The breakfasts are good (made to order omelets or crepes) along with food lines I would return again, but being more mosquito sprays and not book so many early morning tours to reduce breakfast stress timing wise
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Michael

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The main problem was we arrived late and staff was just leaving. The bed was made but when we took off the cover we realized the sheets had not been changed. There was someone else’s hair and stains. The management was home so there was no one to do anything. When I told them in the morning they did not acknowledge that is was an issue. We put towels on the bed to sleep that night and checked out first thing
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ivy

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A Hidden Gem of Tranquility and Charm! Carpe Diem Villa and Resort is a true oasis in Puerto Princesa! From the moment we arrived, we were impressed by the peaceful, Balinese-inspired atmosphere, surrounded by lush greenery and elegant sculptures. The rooms are spotless, beautifully designed, and well-equipped — we especially loved the private pool access, which made the stay feel extra luxurious. The staff were warm, welcoming, and incredibly helpful. They went above and beyond to make sure we were comfortable, even helping us plan local tours and arranging transport when needed. The main pool area is stunning and well-maintained — perfect for lounging with a drink from the poolside bar. Dining at their restaurant was a delightful surprise. The fusion of French and Filipino flavors made for a unique and satisfying experience, though we would have appreciated a bit more variety in the breakfast options. While the resort is tucked away from the main town, it’s a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle. Just be prepared to arrange transportation if you plan to explore more of the city. Overall, Carpe Diem is the perfect mix of comfort, relaxation, and attentive service. We’re already planning our next visit! Rating: 4.7/5
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Kenneth

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and cool. Very nice bed. We could walk right out of the room and within a few steps be in the pool. The pool bar was excellent with a great bartender.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
After a 4day balabac tour this property is exactly what we needed. Very clean and the staff were amazing!!! Rose, angel and chris were all amazing ! Bedroom was perfect, air conditioning was perfect and the shower was pure bliss!!!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Delfin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The villa was lovely and well kept. The staff were very accommodating, attentive and helpful; always helping us to book/ arrange transport, activities and places to eat out.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gabrielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

BRENDA E.

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Water does not get that hot when showering. Everything else was great. Staff was awesome. Frances is the pool bartender as was really nice.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Gill

Stayed 13 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Khaled

Traveled with group, Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Eco-friendly

The plants and trees surrounding the trails of the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Small and cozy.

This is a fantastic little place for a couples retreat. It’s not lavish but it’s small and friendly. Great if you’re going out and about day tripping. Small but quiet. Stayed in a villa with private pool. They could do more to make it private as people walking past have full view so it’s not really private. Grounds are lush and green. There’s really no amenities like a big hotel but you don’t have the crowds either. Restaurant is very average and we generally went out to eat. Service was exceptional. We had a great time.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

thomas

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely people and property. Smaller than some so more intimate. Beautifully landscaped and maintained. Limited breakfast menu and service. Dinner menu was great.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Luxury

Amazing place, great value, opulence on a budget
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bernadette

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place to stay if you have plans for the Underground river. Make sure you have shuttle service and they will pick you up from this hotel. The staff is great and the rooms are very clean. They have a great breakfast and dining options. I was not disappointed. I highly recommend this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

abdul karim, BLOOMINGTON

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice, calm, clean hotel excellent staff, neighborhood is not convenient
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Jose, San Diego

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
I think that the highlight of this hotel is the staff everybody is so incredibly pleasant and attentive the facility is nice but it needs upgrading this is the kind of hotel that has a huge potential for becoming a high end boutique facility with a cocktail hour and more tour activities the rooms need upgrading badly but overall it was a very pleasant experience
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

abdul karim, BLOOMINGTON

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff , cleanliness good Location, breakfast not good
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing hideaway

Very comfortable cozy place , quiet and relaxing time for sure! The French restaurant was superb !
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great value for money
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Audrey Koh

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms, the property, restaurant were so pristinely clean. All the towels smelled so nice. The room smelled nice. The staff was very friendly and helpful. The only down side is the property is not near anything walkable but it’s a cheap trip by tricycle to wherever you want to go. I would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024