About

Welcome to La Vida!
Our hostel is designed to provide travelers with a comfortable and relaxed stay while exploring the beauty of the city. We offer tour and van rides and a cozy two dorms room with 10 beds in each dorm and lock boxes under the beds, and two private rooms that can accommodate up to three guests.
Our rooms are clean and comfortable, and we provide all the necessary amenities to ensure your stay is comfortable, including air conditioning, fresh room.
We thrive for a chill and welcoming vibe, making it the perfect place to meet fellow travelers and make new friends. Our common area is designed to encourage socializing and relaxation, with a lounge area where you can watch TV or enjoy a good book, a kitchen where you can order tasty and house made meals.
We also offer free Wi-Fi throughout the hostel, so you can stay connected with your loved ones or catch up on work while on the road.
If you're looking for some adventure, we can help you arrange tours and activities in and around Puerto Princesa including Surf lessons for beginners.
Our friendly and helpful staff are always available to answer your questions and ensure you have a great stay. Plus, the owner of La Vida Hostel is a Canadian, and he can help every guest with their questions and give some advice and recommendations about the beauty of Palawan. We take pride in offering affordable and comfortable accommodation, and we're committed to making your visit to Puerto Princesa a memorable one. Come and experience the warmth of our hospitality at La Vida.

We look forward to welcoming you!

The landscape has various activities that can be set up, such as slack line, badminton, a balance board for surfing, etc. La Vida has a rooftop lounge that offers great food and beverages. We also offered adventures outside the hostel, like surfing, hiking, and scooter rentals on site. 

1. Check-in time: 14:00pm - 24:00pm
2. Check-out time: 07:00am - 11:00am
3. Cancellation policy: 3 days advance notice for free cancellation
- In case of a late cancellation or No Show, you will be charged the first night of your stay.
4. Payment: cash only upon checking in
5. Taxes: included
6. Breakfast: not included
7. No curfew
8. No smoking in rooms, but designated area is provided
9. Child policy: No Age Restriction but children need to book with parents/guardian into Private Room
10. The property is pet-friendly.
11. Reception working hours: 24 hours

House Rules

Check In

14:00 - 23:00

Check Out

until 11:00

  • Child Friendly
  • Credit Cards Not Accepted
  • No Curfew
  • Non Smoking
  • Pet Friendly
  • Taxes Included
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Facilities

  • Free Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Free Internet Access
  • Bicycle Parking
  • Meeting Rooms
  • Adaptors
  • Children's Play Area
  • Luggage Storage
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Reviews

7.7Very Good(228)
  • Value for Money
    8.0
  • Security
    8.4
  • Atmosphere
    6.4
  • Cleanliness
    8.4
  • Staff
    9.2
  • Location
    6.8
  • Facilities
    6.8
Summary of traveller reviews

La Vida Hostel in Puerto Princesa is praised for its incredibly friendly and helpful owner and staff, creating a welcoming atmosphere. Guests enjoy the chill rooftop area with hammocks, delicious food, and the company of pets. It's a great spot for solo travellers and those seeking a relaxed stay, though some mention it can be quiet during low season. A negative point raised is the lack of lockers and occasional issues with cold showers.

Stayed in Apr 2026
8.0
L
larissa
Female, 18-24, Austria
Nice hostel, but not very social however staff was very friendly
Stayed in Feb 2026
10
J
Jacob
Male, 18-24, England
One of the most charming hostels I’ve ever visited. The staff went above and beyond to make our stay lovely. The food was amazing (specifically the burger), the dog was so cute, and the chill area was infact chill couldn’t recommend more
Stayed in Feb 2026
8.0
R
Rosie
Female, 25-30, England
The ladies who work here are so lovely! Marian took time to teach me about the Philippines and they were also so warm and welcoming. Not the most social hostel but very nice place to chill on the hammocks on the rooftop. Only issue is there is no lock on the bedroom doors and no lockers to keep belongings safe and only a cold shower in my room.
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Location

9 Manalo Extension, Puerto Princesa, Philippines
3km from city centre