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Guaranteed to be at the BEST LOCATION. Sharky Hostel Oslob which is is conveniently located just beside the New Briefing Center for Whaleshark Watching, a very good location just 1 minute walk away, 50 meters away to the beach and just 10 minutes ride to Tumalog Waterfalls also 15 minute boat ride to Sumilon Island Sandbar. Here you can relax and enjoy and meet new friends. Our hostel is composed of concrete dormitory rooms and Native Bamboo House.

DORMS are all Fully Air-conditioned and PRIVATE NIPA HUT are all Fan only.
We offer our guests to be the first to swim with the Whaleshark, just registered and pay with us upon check in if you would like to join the next morning.

What to See and do in Oslob?

* Whaleshark Watching
* Tumalog Waterfalls
* Oslob Heritage Town
* Canyoonering to nearby Town
* Be your hub to your next destination such as Dumaguete & Siquijor
* Island Hopping to Sumilon Island
* Swimming

Sharky Hostel offers Canyoonering Tours - you can booked it upon arrival. Also we assist guest for boat transfer to Panglao Island Bohol from Oslob.

***Property Policies & Conditions:
1. Cash Basis Only.
2. At least 2 days advance notice for free cancellation.
3. Check-in at 2:00 PM.
4. Check-out at 12:00 NOON.
5. Reception from 6:00 AM until 10:00 PM. Latest check in 10pm or late upon information.

House Rules

Check In

14:00 - 22:00

Check Out

until

Credit Cards Not Accepted
Taxes Included

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Facilities

Tours/Travel Desk
Housekeeping
Reception (limited hours)
Wake-up calls
Pool Table
Wi-Fi
Utensils
Outdoor Terrace

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Reviews

7.6Very Good(801)

Value for Money
7.2
Security
7.9
Atmosphere
7.2
Cleanliness
6.9
Staff
8.4
Location
9.2
Facilities
6.7

Summary of traveller reviews

Sharky Hostel Oslob is perfectly located for whale shark watching, with incredibly helpful and friendly staff who ensure you're among the first to experience it. While basic, it offers a welcoming atmosphere and is ideal for short stays focused on this unique activity.

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Stayed in Jun 2026

4.6

Hadar

Male, 31-40, USA

The place is a dump. Do not get the private room - it has no A/C (the dormitories do), and it's so basic that the only item in the room is a bed. On top of it, the door and windows won't fully close. When I got back to the room post shark swim there was a lizard on my bed(!) Additionally, no hot water and very smelly toilet were not so welcoming. The kid that runs the place is very nice. However, they pretend to help you get your booking done, but don't mention that they charge a fee for it..

Stayed in Apr 2026

Brianna

Female, 18-24, New Zealand

Extremely helpful and friendly staff - they helped assist us with arranging transport to Cebu after our previous driver cancelled & waited to make sure we got there safely. Would definitely recommend

Stayed in Apr 2026

Jane

Female, 18-24, Canada

Very basic hostel, such good location for whale sharks and the workers went above and beyond to help us with everything. Didn’t matter that it’s a bit old and rundown it’s perfect early morning wake up for sharks

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