Whispering Palms Island Resort Bacolod, Bacolod - Reviews, Rooms Options & Prices 2025

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About the Resort

Sipaway Island, Bacolod, Philippines

Whispering Palms Island Resort is strategically located on Sipaway Island, offering guests a harmonious blend of traditional Filipino architecture and tropical ambiance. The resort features 14 rooms and 3 bungalows set amidst palm-fringed gardens, providing an ideal retreat for discerning travelers. Guests enjoy the convenience of direct access to stunning coral reefs and serene beachfront, enriched by the sounds of nature. The resort also emphasizes comfort with modern amenities and easy access to numerous activities, making it a versatile destination for relaxation and adventures.

Location

Whispering Palms Island Resort is located 85 km from New Bacolod-Silay Airport, ensuring easy access for guests traveling from the mainland. The resort lies close to Sipaway Island's natural attractions, such as coral reefs and mangrove forests. Transportation options include resort-provided minibus services and local tours to explore the surrounding natural beauty.

Rooms

The resort offers a variety of accommodations including standard rooms, deluxe rooms, family deluxe rooms, and single-detached bungalows. Facilities in the rooms include air conditioning, spacious bathrooms, and terraces or balconies with beautiful sea views. Each room type is uniquely designed to cater to different group sizes while maintaining comfort and tranquility.

Eat & Drink

Onsite dining options include the Shell-Restaurant, the Tanon Bistro, and the Seafood Grill House. Guests can savor a multicultural menu featuring local and international cuisine, with signature dishes showcasing Filipino flavors. Breakfast and other meals are freshly prepared, promoting a delightful culinary experience with views of the ocean.

Leisure & Business

Guests can engage in various recreational activities such as kayaking, snorkeling, and scuba diving facilitated by the Sipaway Divers. The resort features sports options including volleyball, table tennis, and biking. Additional amenities like a swimming pool and a relaxation area enhance the overall wellness experience for visitors.

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City Center

Bacolod 33.9 mi

Airports

New Bacolod-Silay (BCD) 52.5 mi

Iloilo International (ILO) 896.4 mi

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Tranquil Poolside

“The pool area was serene and luxurious, allowing us to unwind in a peaceful atmosphere without interruptions.” view full review

Delicious Variety

“The menu offered a wide range of dishes that impressed us, especially the local creations that were bursting with flavor.” view full review

Refreshing Pool

“The pool was perfectly maintained and had an inviting temperature, making it an ideal spot for relaxation and swimming.” view full review

Cottages Galore

“The numerous cozy cottages provided perfect spots to enjoy the ocean breeze while giving us a sense of privacy and comfort.” view full review

General

Smoking allowed in designated areas
Free Wi-Fi
Safe deposit box
Front desk
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Baggage storage

Sports & Fitness

Fitness center
Fitness studio

Services

Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance

Dining

Paid breakfast
Bar/ Lounge area

Business

Meeting room

Children

Paid babysitting/ Child services

Facilities for people with disabilities

Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Outdoor swimming pool
Sun loungers
Garden area
Paid cabanas
Spa center
Jacuzzi
Library

Room features

In-room safe

Location

Sipaway Island, Bacolod, Philippines

Map view

Sipaway Island, Bacolod, Philippines

City landmarks

Sipaway

1.0 mi

Kabagtasan

Codcod Rice Terraces

2.1 mi

Nearby

Sipaway Island

600 ft

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience

76%

liked the resort and would come back again

7.6/10

Very good

Rooms

7.4

Location

7.2

Service

9.0

Dining

6.8

Hugh

United States of America, March 2025

8.2/10

I had a lovely stay at the resort for two nights. The place is quite spacious with two pools and plenty of activities to keep you entertained. However, I found the food and room prices a bit on the higher side, though still worth the experience. The beach could be better, but overall, I enjoyed my time here.

Rooms

8.0

The room was spacious and well-maintained, and I loved having my own hammock to relax in outside.

Service

9.0

The staff members were all extremely friendly and helpful, making my stay more enjoyable.

Location

8.0

The resort is conveniently located and easily accessible from the pier, making travel stress-free.

Dining

7.0

While the dining options were a bit pricey, the quality of the food made it worthwhile.

Facilities

9.0

There were plenty of activities available like billiards, table tennis, and a mini zoo, which I really enjoyed.

Mike

United States of America, January 2025

7.8/10

I had a lovely stay at this resort for two nights. The place is spacious with two pools and plenty of activities to keep you entertained, although the beach wasn't anything special. The staff were genuinely warm and welcoming, which really added to my experience. I did find the food and room prices to be a little steep, but overall, it felt worth it for the amenities and service provided.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were huge, clean, and comfortable, though I noticed a bit of a smell. They do have hammocks you can hang outside your room which is a nice touch.

Service

9.0

The staff were very nice and showed typical warmth, making it a pleasant experience. They were helpful in the reception and restaurant areas.

Location

7.0

The resort is easily accessible from the pier by trike, but the beach isn’t really good for swimming, which was a letdown.

Dining

7.0

The dining options were decent, but nothing too extraordinary. I found them to be a bit pricey for what’s offered.

Facilities

8.0

The resort has great amenities, including two pools and a mini zoo with monkeys, which were enjoyable. However, the playground could use some updates.

John

United States of America, January 2025

7.4/10

I had a lovely two-night stay at the resort, which offered a variety of activities and two nice pools. The atmosphere was pleasant, and the staff were very accommodating. While the food and room prices felt a bit high, I still found the experience worthwhile. The beach wasn't the best, but the mini zoo was a fun touch for the kids.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were modern, clean, and featured a hammock, which was a delightful touch. However, some issues with air conditioning were noted.

Service

9.0

The service was exceptionally warm and attentive, reflecting that classic Filipino hospitality. The staff went out of their way to accommodate our needs.

Location

7.0

The resort is easy to get to from the pier, but the beach was mediocre for swimming, which was a little disappointing.

Dining

6.0

The dining options were decent, but I felt the prices were a bit on the higher side, especially for lunch.

Facilities

8.0

The resort featured great amenities like two pools and various activities for families to enjoy, including a mini zoo.

Calvin

United States of America, December 2024

7.8/10

I had a lovely two-night stay at this resort. It’s quite spacious with two pools and plenty of activities like billiards and darts. The food and room rates felt a bit high, but the friendly staff and overall experience made it worthwhile. The beach was mediocre, but the mini zoo was a unique touch. Getting there from the pier was easy on a trike, which was a plus.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were comfortable, and I loved having a hammock to relax in outside. However, I did hear some complaints about air conditioning issues during the night.

Service

9.0

The staff were all really friendly and helpful, which made our stay even more enjoyable.

Location

7.0

It's conveniently located and easy to access from the pier, but the beach area isn't really for swimming.

Dining

8.0

I found the food to be on the pricier side, but it was worth it for the quality.

Facilities

8.0

The resort provides a lot of activities like table tennis and a mini zoo, which were a lot of fun.

George

United States of America, September 2024

7.4/10

I had a great 2-night stay at this lovely resort. It has two pools and plenty of activities to keep you entertained, like billiards and table tennis, which was a lot of fun. The beach was okay, but I really enjoyed the mini zoo with some monkeys! The staff were very friendly and helpful, though I found the food and room prices to be a bit on the high side. Overall, it was a nice experience, but a few things could be better.

Rooms

7.0

The room was clean and well-kept, although not particularly luxurious. I appreciated having my own hammock to relax outside.

Service

9.0

The service was attentive, and the staff were always ready to help. There was also a changing shower room available after swimming, which was a nice touch.

Location

7.0

The resort is easily accessible from the pier via a trike, which was convenient. However, the beach isn't ideal for swimming.

Dining

6.0

The dining experience was a little pricey for what you got, but everything I tried was decent.

Facilities

8.0

With two pools and various activities like darts and a playground, the facilities were enjoyable, but I think some improvements could be made to the beach area.