The Reef Island Resort Mactan, Cebu

1. The hair dryer was broken, and I was asked to pay 1,000 pesos when I checked out; 2. There was already a lot of dirt floating in the swimming pool at 11 o'clock in the morning; 3. The game room can only be played once (the front desk did not tell me in advance; 4. When I checked in, they forgot to return my passport and asked me to go down and get it myself; 5. There is no TV program, and the Internet speed is super slow. Summary: There is no value for money, the hotel is not worth the price

The place I chose to escape from my tiring daily life during my last vacation was *The Reef Island Resort*. This quiet island resort a little bit away from the city center was so peaceful and beautiful that I was sure it was ‘this is it!’ just by looking at the photos, but when I actually visited, it exceeded my expectations. 📍 Location and Transportation From the moment I arrived, I thought, ‘Wow, I really came to the right place.’ The noise of the city was far away, and the surrounding area was filled with clear sea, green trees, and birdsong. The road to the resort was also quite cleanly maintained, and it was easy to access using the shuttle service provided by the resort. There was also a section where you had to take a boat, but even that felt like part of the trip. 🏝️ Accommodation and Facilities The room I stayed in was an ocean view villa, and the view of the wide open sea and sky when I opened the window was truly overwhelming. The interior was luxurious yet eco-friendly, and the bedding and amenities were as clean as those of a luxury hotel. Especially, the moment of soaking in the bathtub and looking at the ocean will be a memory that will last a lifetime. The infinity-style pool felt like it was naturally connected to the ocean, and the surrounding garden was well-maintained, so just taking a walk was healing. I also used the spa facilities in the resort, and the skilled therapist gave me a massage, which relieved all the fatigue I had accumulated throughout my trip. 🍴 Food The breakfast buffet had a reasonable number of items, but each dish felt fresh and made with care. In particular, the menus made with locally caught seafood were impressive, and I highly recommend trying the omelets and grilled dishes that were cooked right in front of you. We had dinner at the beach restaurant in the resort, and the seafood platter while looking at the sunset over the ocean was the best. The staff was also very friendly and explained the food in detail, which made me even more satisfied. 🌅 Activities and Services The resort also offers marine activities such as kayaking, snorkeling, and paddleboarding, and I chose snorkeling. The scenery filled with coral and tropical fish in the clear and clean sea was a beauty that could never be captured in a photo or video. What was most impressive was the service of the resort staff. I felt their sincere hospitality in the way they remembered my name and always greeted me with a smile. They responded to any request quickly and politely, so I had no inconveniences at all throughout my stay. 🧳 Overall Review ‘The Reef Island Resort’ was not just a place to rest, but a place that gave me leisure and inspiration in life. Leisure in nature, meticulous service, comfortable accommodations, delicious food, and even the beautiful sea. All the elements were in perfect harmony. Even now that I have returned to my daily life, the scenery often lingers in my mind. This is the best vacation spot that I sincerely recommend to those who want to take a breather from their busy lives.