Way Shack Hostel
1 night
Rooms and Guests
1 room, 2 adults, 0 children
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Way Shack Hostel
Hostel
Natalio Bacalso Avenue Brgy Tan-Awan, 6025 Oslob, Cebu, Central Visayas, Philippines
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Highlights
Sparkling clean
Excellent service
Free parking
Ideal location
Delicious breakfastShow More
Amenities
Luggage storage
Private parkingFree
Restaurant
Massage room
Bar
Snorkeling
Lockers available
Tour and ticket booking service
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Property Description
With a stay at Way Shack Hostel in Oslob, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Sumilon Island Dock and Sumilon Island. This hotel is 1.5 mi (2.5 km) from Sumilon Island Beach and 1.5 mi (2.5 km) from Sumilon Sand Bar.
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8.9/10
Very GoodThe host was so so friendly! Ken was so helpful. We did all our tours in Oslob with Ken.
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Surroundings
Airport: Sibulan Airport
(39.5 km)
Airport: Bohol–Panglao International Airport
(132.4 km)
Landmarks: Deep Zone Dive Center
(<100m)
Landmarks: Oslob Whale Shark Bus Stop
(<100m)
Landmarks: Oslob Whale Shark Watching
(150m)
Landmarks: Oslob whale shark viewing
(150m)
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Rooms
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Services & Amenities
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3
Bed in Mixed Dormitory with Fan
1 bunk bed
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Electric fan
Towels
Wi-Fi in room
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2
Bed in Mixed Dormitory with Air Conditioner
1 bunk bed
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Towels
Wi-Fi in room
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2
Quadruple Room with Private Bathroom
4 bunk beds
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
TV
Toothbrushes
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8
Private Triple Room
3 single beds
Has window
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
TV
Towels
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5
Female Dormitory
1 bunk bed
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Towels
Wi-Fi in room
Bedding: Blanket or quilt
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Private Double Room
1 double bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
TV
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Guest Reviews
8.9/10
Very Good
40 reviews
Verified Reviews- Cleanliness8.8
- Amenities7.9
- Location9.4
- Service9.4
Average for similar properties in Oslob
AI Summary
The staff provides exceptional service and the hostel is well-located for whale watching. Guests appreciate the excellent facilities and cleanliness. However, there are no notable disadvantages mentioned in the reviews.
Anna
March 23, 2025
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Idaissa mohamed
March 12, 2025
Hostel not bad comparing with price and location is okay close to a restaurant and shower have no hot water
Guest User
February 12, 2025
Very simple but clean place. Great location within 5 minutes walk to the swimming with whale shark point. There is also a place to have a decent breakfast nearby.
The réceptionnist Ken is very friendly. He helped me a lot with a few issues I had.
Guest User
February 11, 2025
The family of owners is very friendly. They took us to the sharks (the hostel is located 1 minute walk away), took us to the waterfall.
The room seems to be not bad, but there is a cobweb, a lot of ants that run all over you all night 🙈 The linen and towels are stained. But for one night it's okay.
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Faritova
February 10, 2025
Great hostel, bright, clean. Very close to the shark swimming spot. Kent was very helpful in organizing the shark excursion. Fast, clear and well-coordinated. Didn't have to stand in line for long and then wait for your room. Everything went very easily and quickly. Also helped with transfer to the neighboring town. Good hostel, I recommend 👍🏼
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Mikhail Iudin
February 7, 2025
Thank you very much to this hotel - the management did everything possible to make our stay in Cebu top notch. They organized a meeting at the airport, excursions to Kawasan Canyoning, swimming with sharks and transfer to Moalboal. Thank you very much.
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Lady Patrice
January 30, 2025
Such a great place to stay, the staff are so nice. They are very friendly and welcoming. Although, would be nice if there was atleast soap on the soap container provided in the shower.
Ze-B
January 13, 2025
Way Shack Hostel is in a fantastic location for visiting the whale sharks. If you speak to Ken at the hostel, he can help arrange the whale shark excursion, it cost me 500 pesos and was super easy to organize.
That said, I’d recommend only a one-night stay here. We were disturbed both nights by heavy goods vehicles passing by the hostel late at night, which made it hard to get a good night's sleep. Additionally, aside from the whale shark activity, there’s not much else around the hostel to keep yourself entertained.
A scooter is essential to travel to the local town for food or supplies. The hostel staff can help arrange a rental if you need one.
On the plus side, the room was clean and equipped with air conditioning, which made it comfortable for a short stay.
Overall, Way Shack Hostel is a practical and budget-friendly option for a quick stopover if you’re visiting the whale sharks, but it’s not ideal for a longer stay.
Services & Amenities
Most Popular Amenities
Luggage storage
Private parking
Free
Restaurant
Massage room
Bar
Snorkeling
Off-site
Restaurant
Restaurant
Restaurant
Cuisine: Chinese
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Parking
Private (exclusively for guests) is available On-site parking. Reservation needed.
Private parking
Free
Front Desk Services
Luggage storage
Lockers available
Tour and ticket booking service
Front desk (limited hours)
Languages Spoken
English
Food & Drink
Snack bar
Bar
Public Areas
Vending machines
No smoking in public areas
Health & Wellness
Massage room
Snorkeling
Off-site
Activities
Public beach
Safety & Security
Security personnel
CCTV in public areas
Fire extinguisher
Property Policies
Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: 12:00–22:00
Check-out: Before 10:00
Front desk hours: [Mon-Sun]06:00–19:00
Child Policies
Children can stay in some rooms of this hotel.
Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.
Cribs and Extra Beds
For all room types, cribs and extra beds cannot be added.
Breakfast
TypeChinese
| Age | Fee |
|---|---|
Adult | Contact hotel |
Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.
Pets
Pets are not allowed
Age Requirements
The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old
Managed by a Private Host
This property is managed by a private host. A private host refers to a party who rents one or more properties for purposes not related to their trade, business, or profession.
Property Description
- Opened: 2019
- Number of Rooms: 3
With a stay at Way Shack Hostel in Oslob, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Sumilon Island Dock and Sumilon Island. This hotel is 1.5 mi (2.5 km) from Sumilon Island Beach and 1.5 mi (2.5 km) from Sumilon Sand Bar.
Pamper yourself with onsite massages or make use of the other amenities, which include complimentary wireless internet access and tour/ticket assistance.
You can enjoy a meal at the restaurant serving the guests of Way Shack Hostel, or stop in at the snack bar/deli. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Local cuisine breakfasts are available daily from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include luggage storage and a vending machine. Free self parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 7 guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms have showers and complimentary toiletries.
Pamper yourself with onsite massages or make use of the other amenities, which include complimentary wireless internet access and tour/ticket assistance.
You can enjoy a meal at the restaurant serving the guests of Way Shack Hostel, or stop in at the snack bar/deli. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Local cuisine breakfasts are available daily from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include luggage storage and a vending machine. Free self parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 7 guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms have showers and complimentary toiletries.