Where to stay in Coron
Coron is a small town on Busuanga Island in northern Palawan, and the gateway to some of the most dramatic scenery in the Philippines. Boats leave its harbour for the limestone island of Coron, with the turquoise Kayangan Lake and Twin Lagoon, white-sand beaches and some of the world's best wreck diving.
The places we list are simple, friendly inns and homestays in the town itself, close to the market, the pier and Mount Tapyas.
- Airport
- Francisco B. Reyes (Busuanga), about 40 minutes by van
- From El Nido
- Ferries take around four hours
- Main sights
- Kayangan Lake, Twin Lagoon, Barracuda Lake, shipwrecks
- In town
- Mount Tapyas viewpoint and Maquinit hot spring
Places to stay in Coron
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Coron, area by area
Coron town is compact and walkable, climbing from the waterfront up towards Mount Tapyas.
Coron town
Best for boat trips, food and convenience
The town centre has the market, restaurants, dive shops and the pier where island-hopping boats depart. Mount Tapyas, a hill with a large cross on top, is reached by around 700 steps and gives a famous sunset view over the bay.
Maquinit, a saltwater hot spring by the mangroves, is a short tricycle ride away and is lovely after dark.
Questions about staying in Coron
How do I get to Coron?
Fly to Busuanga airport from Manila or Cebu, then take a van to town, about 40 minutes. Ferries also run from El Nido.
What are the best tours in Coron?
The classic island tour visits Kayangan Lake, Twin Lagoon, Barracuda Lake and a beach or reef. Divers come for the Japanese shipwrecks sunk in 1944.
What about Coron's hot springs?
Maquinit Hot Spring, a short ride from town, is a natural saltwater spring with warm pools by the mangroves, best visited in the evening.
Is Coron town walkable?
Yes, though it's hilly. Tricycles are cheap for longer trips.
When is the best time to visit?
December to May is usually driest and calmest for boat trips.