Raya Del Sol Dive Resort, Mabini (Batangas) - Reviews, Rooms Options & Prices 2025

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About the Resort

66 Baranggay Ligaya, Mabini Circumferential Road Mabini, Batangas, Mabini (Batangas), Philippines, 4202

Raya Del Sol Dive Resort, situated in Mabini, Batangas, is renowned for its strategic location at the heart of the world's richest marine biodiversity. The dive resort is family-operated, ensuring personalized experiences and memorable connections for guests. The resort offers a perfect blend of stunning natural beauty and exceptional dive opportunities, thanks to its crystal clear blue waters. It is widely acknowledged as a diving home base, providing access to a diverse range of underwater adventures within the Verde Island Passage.

Location

Raya Del Sol Dive Resort is conveniently located approximately 100 km from Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport, making it easily accessible for travelers. The surrounding area, known as Anilao, is celebrated as the Philippines’ scuba diving capital, providing guests with ample opportunities to explore nearby landmarks and dive sites. Points of interest include Batangas City, just 26 km away, enhancing the allure of the resort's locale.

Rooms

Raya Del Sol boasts a range of accommodation types including suites, family rooms, double and twin rooms, quad rooms, and dormitory-style lodging. Many rooms feature stunning views of the sea or pool, air conditioning, and private bathrooms equipped with free toiletries. Some suites come with kitchenettes and minibars, adding convenience for longer stays.

Eat & Drink

Guests can enjoy meal options at onsite restaurants serving special Filipino dishes that evoke the comfort of a home-cooked meal. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are offered buffet style, providing a warm family-oriented dining experience. The emphasis on traditional flavors ensures that dining at the resort is not just a necessity but a highlight of the stay.

Leisure & Business

The resort encourages a variety of leisure activities, including snorkeling and diving sessions at the accessible house reef. Equipment can be rented at the dive shop, ensuring guests are well-prepared for their underwater adventures. The dive guides are fluent in English and provide thorough briefings to enhance safety and enjoyment during excursions.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

Max:

2 persons

20 m²

Bed options:

1 Bunk bed

Sea view

Shower

Bathtub

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4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

Max:

2 persons

30 m²

Bed options:

1 Bunk bed

Sea view

Shower

Bathtub

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Family Suite

Max:

2 persons

40 m²

Bed options:

2 Single beds

Sea view

Shower

Bathtub

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City Centre

Mabini (Batangas) 2.3 km

Airports

Ninoy Aquino International (MNL) 120.8 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Delicious Home Cooking

“During my stay, I was delighted by the variety and quality of the food. The buffet featured home-cooked options that reminded me of my childhood. From grilled fish to steaming hot molo soup, each meal was a treat. I particularly loved the Dinuguan and Chicken BBQ. It truly felt like I was enjoying meals prepared by family!” view full review

Relaxing Massage with a View

“I took advantage of the massage services available at the resort. The therapists were well-trained, and I remember enjoying a relaxing massage while watching the stunning sunset. It was the perfect way to unwind after a day of diving, and the atmosphere enhanced the experience even more!” view full review

Comfortable Accommodations

“The room I stayed in was clean and well-equipped with comfortable beds and cold air conditioning. I appreciated having cable TV for some entertainment during downtime. While the rooms weren't luxurious, they were cozy and provided a welcoming space after a long day of activities.” view full review

Amazing Diving Experience

“As someone new to diving, I felt incredibly safe and supported by the instructors. They were patient and very competent, providing expert guidance that helped me gain confidence in the water. Thanks to their support, I overcame my fear of open water and experienced some wonderful dives during my stay!” view full review

General

Non-smoking rooms
Internet access
Free parking
Off-site car park
Pets allowed
Security
Private beach
Key access

Sports & Fitness

Diving
Snorkelling

Dining

Restaurant

Spa & Leisure

Outdoor swimming pool
Beach access
Sun terrace
Garden area
Leisure/ TV room
Massage
Shallow end

Room features

Wi-Fi in rooms
Air conditioning
Mini-bar
Garden furniture

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Location

66 Baranggay Ligaya, Mabini Circumferential Road Mabini, Batangas, Mabini (Batangas), Philippines, 4202

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66 Baranggay Ligaya, Mabini Circumferential Road Mabini, Batangas, Mabini (Batangas), Philippines, 4202

City landmarks

Brgy. Bagalangit

Aquaventure Reef Club Dive Resort

1.1 km

Sitio Looc

Aiyanar Beach & Dive Resort

1.5 km

Beach

Aquaventure Reef Club

1.1 km

Mount Panay

1.6 km

Barangay

Dive 7000 Resort

2.0 km

Calumpang Peninsula

2.3 km

Bagalangit

2.7 km

Binmatya Cave

2.4 km

Mt. Gulugod Baboy

2.8 km

Beach

Dive Solana

3.4 km

Mabini

Anilao Matahari

3.7 km

Beach

Nita Casapao Beach Resort

4.0 km

Beach

The Sand Palace Beach Resort

4.1 km

Beach

Red Eagle Anilao Beach Resort

4.3 km

Majuben Beach

5.0 km

Mount Gulugod Baboy

11.9 km

Nearby

Beach

Anisiam Beach House

320 m

Restaurants

OMG Olvida & Myra's Grill

420 m

Mabini Road Bgy Solo

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience

62%

liked the resort and would come back again

6.2/10

Nice

Rooms

5.0

Location

10.0

Service

5.2

Dining

9.6

John

United States, April 2025

6.4/10

I had a mixed experience at Raya Del Sol Dive Resort. The location is excellent, right on the beach with stunning sea views, which I truly appreciated. Unfortunately, I encountered a few issues with the staff's professionalism and cleanliness, particularly regarding cockroaches in my room. Overall, while there are notable highlights, I think there are areas that need significant improvement.

Rooms

5.0

I stayed in a standard double room, but I found cockroaches during my stay, which was quite unpleasant. They did offer me a different room, but I found more cockroaches there as well. Not ideal at all.

Service

5.0

Although the staff was friendly and the owner, Sir Bong, was accommodating, there were several issues. I felt that the level of professionalism wasn't what I expected, especially given some of the comments made upon my departure.

Location

10.0

The resort is beautifully situated right on the beach, and it's a great spot for diving and snorkeling. I loved how accessible the beautiful corals were without having to swim far!

Dining

8.0

The food was really yummy, with a buffet that offered good variety for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. I particularly enjoyed the ample portions and delicious flavors.

Facilities

5.0

The facilities were a bit dated, and I noticed the swimming pool had cloudy water, which was off-putting. However, the views from the resort were fantastic.

Charles

United States, February 2025

5.8/10

I had a mixed experience at Raya Del Sol Dive Resort. The location is fantastic, right on the beach with stunning views and great diving access. However, I encountered some issues with the staff and service that left me feeling disappointed.

Rooms

5.0

I stayed in a Double Room with Pool View. The room had some cleanliness issues, like cockroaches, which made for an uncomfortable stay. At least they tried to help by offering a different room when I reported it.

Service

5.0

The owner and staff were friendly and accommodating, but I did experience some unprofessional behavior from the owner, which put a damper on my stay. His comments when we left were particularly rude.

Location

10.0

Being right in front of the beach was definitely a highlight. It was so easy to dive and snorkel and see beautiful corals without needing to swim far.

Dining

10.0

The food was a strong point with ample delicious options for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. I really enjoyed the variety and quality of the meals during my stay.

Facilities

6.0

They offered scuba diving and snorkeling facilities at attractive rates, which was convenient. However, the swimming pool had some water quality issues.

Glen

United States, January 2025

5.6/10

I had a mixed experience at Raya Del Sol Dive Resort. while the location was fantastic for diving and the food was delicious, I encountered issues with the staff that marred my stay. The owner made some unprofessional comments, and the lack of communication about outside food was frustrating. Overall, I think there are better options for a more professional experience.

Rooms

5.0

My room had some cleanliness issues, including a couple of cockroaches. but the staff promptly offered me a different room. However, I found similar problems there too.

Service

5.0

I appreciated the friendliness of the staff. but there were significant communication gaps and unfulfilled promises from the owner. His behavior upon our departure felt rude and unwelcoming.

Location

10.0

The resort is ideally located right by the beach. making it easy for me to access beautiful coral for diving and snorkeling. Being near white sandy beaches was a highlight.

Dining

10.0

The food offered was delicious with plenty of options at each meal. I particularly enjoyed the variety and quality during breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Facilities

5.0

Though the swimming pool had cloudy water and the hotel felt outdated, the resort still provided good diving and snorkeling facilities at attractive rates.

United States, December 2024

6.8/10

My experience at Raya Del Sol Dive Resort was mixed. The location is absolutely stunning, right on the beach with amazing sea views, making it perfect for diving and snorkeling. However, I faced some service issues, including unfulfilled promises from the staff and some unprofessional comments from the owner. While the meals were delicious and the staff friendly, the experience was marred by these interactions. Overall, I left with a sense of disappointment despite the resort's potential. 🌊🌴

Rooms

5.0

I stayed in a Standard Double Room that was decent but had some cleanliness issues, like cockroaches. I was offered a new room when I raised the concern, but I found more than one cockroach there too, which was off-putting.

Service

5.0

The staff, while friendly, were somewhat lacking in professionalism. There were promises made that were not fulfilled, such as providing drinks to my room and some rude comments from the owner upon departure.

Location

10.0

The resort is in a fantastic location right on the beach, and is a great spot for diving without needing to swim far to see beautiful corals.

Dining

10.0

The buffet spread for breakfast, lunch, and dinner was ample, delicious, and varied, making my meals very enjoyable.

Facilities

5.0

The resort offers scuba diving and snorkeling facilities at attractive rates, providing great access to the underwater beauty here. However, the swimming pool’s water was cloudy, which was disappointing.

Mark

United States, December 2024

7.0/10

During my stay at Raya Del Sol Dive Resort, I had a wonderful experience thanks to the friendly and accommodating staff. However, there were a few issues, particularly regarding communication about house rules and some rude comments from the owner. Overall, it's a mixed bag, but if you're a diving enthusiast, the location and corals are definitely a highlight! 🏖️🐠

Rooms

5.0

I stayed in a Deluxe Family Room, which was decent, but I did encounter a couple of cockroaches, despite being offered an alternative room.

Service

6.0

The staff, including the owner Sir Bong and his family, were very friendly and hands-on, treating everyone like family. However, I experienced some rude remarks from the owner upon departure.

Location

10.0

The resort is right on the beach, perfect for diving and snorkeling, with beautiful corals just a short swim away.

Dining

10.0

The food was delicious and varied across meals, making dining a highlight of my stay.

Facilities

6.0

Despite some outdated features, the resort offers decent facilities for diving and snorkeling.