Reviews of DANG dang Balbago Beach
Sabang Beach, Barangay Teneguiban, 5313 El Nido, Philippines
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Reviewed: 17 May 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 15 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 22 April 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewEverything! Complete escapism. If you really want to get away from it all, this is the place. Beautiful resort in an amazing location with the most incredible hosts. Tours to go on if you want, mainly island hopping, I did nothing but relax and chill. Great food, breakfast is included, lunch and dinner are optional extras but there are no restaurants nearby so take plenty of cash with you as there are also no ATMs anywhere close to the resort. I must thank the German couple I met in Puerto Princesa who recommended Dang Dang at Balbago Beach otherwise I would not have made it there. I will, at some point be back to meet up with Naidy, Dong and their fabulous family again. Also to see how big Whitey the puppy has got and to see if he remembers my whistle! Lots of love, health, happiness and success to you all, Simon (Pale Pilsen record holder)
I didn't just dislike Lorna and Bob, I hated them as did all the other guests. They were the only disappointment and fortunately they left after one night, much to everyone's delight. Naidy, if you get 'customers' like that again call the police and get the correct amount of money out of them, threaten them with jail if you have to. They left having swindled you out of about 140USD and that is not right. Please note, everyone out there, that if a negative review appears from Lorna Tangara or Bob, both from New Jersey, (didn't find out his surname) they are just a pair of con-artists. They haggled every price, the sort of behaviour that's ok with street hawkers, but not when the prices are listed for all to see. They had even asked for a generator to be provided for Bob's night time oxygen and said they weren't paying for it! (I would have cut the tube) I've been to every continent on the planet and there are some great Americans, but this pair, in my humble opinion, were the worst. Loud, overbearing, arrogant, ignorant, classless and clueless would go some way to describing them, but there could be so much more even without resorting to using swear words, oops nearly forgot 'sanctimonious'. Not the fault of the resort owners at all. I'm sure Lorna and Bob have forged a trail through South East Asia making themselves unpopular wherever they go. Stay at home Lorna and Bob, in the USA, where behaviour like yours is considered normal, you nasty, hateful pair. Lorna, if you happen to read this, I have your business card. I had to get it out the trash where they had all been thrown. (4 or 5 of them) I know where you work (sic) and can easily write reviews on google maps and your website.
Dear Simon, Thank you so much for your heartfelt and detailed review — we’re truly grateful for your kind words and for choosing to spend your five days with us. It brings us so much joy to hear that you found complete relaxation here at Dang Dang and that you felt so welcomed by our family. Naidy, Dong, and everyone (including little Whitey!) all send their warmest regards and are touched by your kind thoughts. Your Pale Pilsen record remains legendary! We also appreciate your honesty regarding your experience with fellow guests. While we do our best to ensure everyone feels safe and respected, we understand that not every encounter can be positive. Please rest assured that we take situations like these seriously and are always working to protect the well-being of our guests and team. Thank you again for your generous spirit and support — we can’t wait to welcome you back one day! With love, The Dang Dang Family🫶
Dear Simon, Thank you so much for your heartfelt and detailed review — we’re truly grateful for your kind words and for choosing to spend your five days with us. It brings us so much joy to hear that you found complete relaxation here at D… Show more
Reviewed: 20 April 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewI had a wonderful stay at dang dang. The location is perfect for relaxing by the beach and the view from the huts is amazing, so nice watching sunrise from bed. The family are all so lovely, especially Joy who was always checking in with me to see if I needed anything. Would definitely recommend!
Hi jamie👋 Thank you so much for your lovely review! We're thrilled to hear you had a wonderful stay at Dang Dang and enjoyed the beachside views 🫶— there's nothing quite like watching the sunrise from bed!😍 Joy and the rest of the family were so happy to have you and are touched by your kind words. We truly appreciate your recommendation and would love to welcome you back anytime! Regards, Naidy and family🥰
Hi jamie👋 Thank you so much for your lovely review! We're thrilled to hear you had a wonderful stay at Dang Dang and enjoyed the beachside views 🫶— there's nothing quite like watching the sunrise from bed!😍 Joy and the rest of the family w… Show more
Reviewed: 5 April 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewPeaceful, beautiful place,and very kind and accommodating hosts. Thank you all for looking after me in that little piece of paradise 🤗😘
Thank you for your lovely words!🤗 It was truly a pleasure to have you with us.😊 We're so glad you found peace and beauty here and felt well looked after by our team.🤩 You're always welcome back to our little piece of paradise🤝— we hope to see you again soon.🙏 Naidy and family ❤️
Thank you for your lovely words!🤗 It was truly a pleasure to have you with us.😊 We're so glad you found peace and beauty here and felt well looked after by our team.🤩 You're always welcome back to our little piece of paradise🤝— we hope to s… Show more
Reviewed: 22 March 2025 · Stayed in March 2025
Verified reviewI had the best holiday in my life!!! I needed a peaceful, quiet, beautiful place with delicious food far away from crowds. I've found it all there plus on top I felt so welcome and looked after. Anything I wanted Naidy and her family was trying to help me with. Nothing was a problem. They helped me a lot with transport from Puerta Princesa both ways. As a single female traveller I felt SAFE staying and dealing with them! Unique experience when you can sleep nearly on the beach in your little bamboo house. Sea view AMAZING from you bed. Hospitality, help, FUN 11 out of 10 :-) Cleanness 10 out of 10 Location 10 out of 10 PARADISE ON EARTH it's how I can describe my experience with them. I can't wait to come back there ASAP. I love it so much.
hello Anna!🫶Thank you so much for your kind words! We are thrilled to hear that your stay with us was everything you hoped for and more.❤️ It was an absolute pleasure having you here, and we are so happy that you felt safe, welcomed, and well taken care of.🤗 Our goal is to provide a peaceful and unique experience for our guests, and it's heartwarming to know that you enjoyed the beautiful surroundings, our hospitality, and the special beachside setting.🫶 Your review truly means a lot to us, and we can’t wait to welcome you back anytime.🤩 We look forward to seeing you again soon in our little paradise on earth!😍😍 With warm regards, Naidy and the Family
hello Anna!🫶Thank you so much for your kind words! We are thrilled to hear that your stay with us was everything you hoped for and more.❤️ It was an absolute pleasure having you here, and we are so happy that you felt safe, welcomed, and we… Show more
Reviewed: 14 March 2025 · Stayed in March 2025
Verified reviewThis place is absolutely wonderful. The family feel and the remote beach location and simplicity of life.
Hi Laura!👋 Thank you so much for your lovely review! 🤗We're so glad you enjoyed my family atmosphere and the peaceful, remote beach setting. We're happy you were able to experience its simplicity and charm. We hope to welcome you back for more relaxing moments in the future!🫶🫶 Regards, naidy and family ❤️
Hi Laura!👋 Thank you so much for your lovely review! 🤗We're so glad you enjoyed my family atmosphere and the peaceful, remote beach setting. We're happy you were able to experience its simplicity and charm. We hope to welcome you back for m… Show more
Reviewed: 13 March 2025 · Stayed in February 2025
Verified reviewGreat location! Very quiet, peaceful and clean place. A secluded place perfect for rest and relaxation. A wonderful family taking care of this unique place. And the cuisine is the best I've ever eaten in the Philippines :)
Everything was perfect!
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re so happy to hear that you enjoyed the peaceful, secluded atmosphere and the delicious food. It truly means a lot to us to know that our family’s efforts made your stay memorable. We’d love to welcome you back anytime, and we hope to see you again soon!
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re so happy to hear that you enjoyed the peaceful, secluded atmosphere and the delicious food. It truly means a lot to us to know that our family’s efforts made your stay memorable. We’d love to wel… Show more
Reviewed: 27 February 2025 · Stayed in February 2025
Verified reviewNice and quiet place with fantastic food and team
All was very good
Thank you for your lovely review! We’re so happy to hear that you enjoyed the quiet atmosphere, delicious food, and the great team. It’s wonderful to know that everything met your expectations. We’d love to have you back anytime for more peaceful days along the beach! Warm regards, Naidy and family
Thank you for your lovely review! We’re so happy to hear that you enjoyed the quiet atmosphere, delicious food, and the great team. It’s wonderful to know that everything met your expectations. We’d love to have you back anytime for more pe… Show more
Reviewed: 25 February 2025 · Stayed in February 2025
Verified reviewEverything was amazing! The place, the bungalows, the hosts, this was perfect :)
Nothing really
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're delighted to hear that everything about your stay was perfect, from the bungalows to the hosts and the location. It was a pleasure having you, and we hope to welcome you back to paradise again soon! Naidy and family,
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're delighted to hear that everything about your stay was perfect, from the bungalows to the hosts and the location. It was a pleasure having you, and we hope to welcome you back to paradise again so… Show more
Reviewed: 20 February 2025 · Stayed in February 2025
Verified reviewLoved everything! Absolutely lovely family, from the very start it felt like staying at home. They cooked delicious meals with meat/fish/veggies/salads. The room and the bed were very comfortable. The surroundings are absolutely mesmerizing, with great snorkeling spots and pristine beaches! This place is perfect if you want to relax, feel deeply connected to nature and get a great local experience (they'll show you plenty of things!).
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear you had such a wonderful experience. It’s great to know that the meals, comfort, and the natural beauty of the surroundings made your stay special. We're glad you felt at home and connected with nature. We look forward to welcoming you back for more memorable moments!
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear you had such a wonderful experience. It’s great to know that the meals, comfort, and the natural beauty of the surroundings made your stay special. We're glad you felt at home an… Show more
Reviewed: 20 January 2025 · Stayed in January 2025
Verified reviewOur stay at Dang Dang Resort exceeded all our expectations! The resort is even better than it looks in the photos. The place has so much charm, with every detail thoughtfully designed. The meals were always different and delicious, and everything was impeccably clean and comfortable. We loved the chance to unwind, enjoying massages and cooking classes guided by the amazing Naidy and Chiny. While the location is a bit remote, we actually appreciated the chance to disconnect and spend time offline. We even had fun playing volleyball during our stay! They also were super clear about the ways to get there since it could be a bit though. We absolutely hope to come back in the future!
The internet is limited and there was no signal for Smart but we thought this was more a positive point since we wanted to disconnect. (Dito has good signal tho)
Thank you for your wonderful reviews and comments. I am glad that you were one of our guests. I didn't expect that you enjoyed our place. I appreciated a lot. I hope you can come back in the future. Thank you very much🥰
Reviewed: 2 January 2025 · Stayed in December 2024
Verified reviewI was looking for a getaway place and found the perfect spot. Dang dang is a mini-resort right at the beach - a very peaceful and relaxing place. Naidy and her husband are super friendly and try to make the stay as pleasant as possible. The meals Naidy cooks gave me a new perspective on the Philippine cuisine. Loved it. And it was even possible to do a cooking class on traditional Philippine dishes with Naidy. I can really recommend this place - if you’re looking for a quiet spot / away from typical tourist spots.
There wasn’t really something I didn’t like.
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that Dang dang was perfect getaway for you. It's wonderful to know you enjoyed the peaceful and relaxing atmosphere. Thank you for sharing your experience! We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back for another memorable stay soon. Warm regards, Naidy and family
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that Dang dang was perfect getaway for you. It's wonderful to know you enjoyed the peaceful and relaxing atmosphere. Thank you for sharing your experience! We truly appreciate y… Show more