Palawan
Southeast Asia · Philippines
Best Months
Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May
Rec. Nights
7 nights
Airports
PPS, USU
Avg. Cash
$70 - $135/night
Best Value
0.9¢via Wyndham
Overview
Palawan has been voted the world best island multiple times by Travel + Leisure and Conde Nast Traveler, and one visit makes it clear why. The island stretches 270 miles through the western Philippines, offering a stunning diversity of experiences from the Underground River (a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Puerto Princesa) to the otherworldly limestone karst landscapes of El Nido and Coron. The best time to visit is November through May, during the dry season when calm seas make island-hopping and diving conditions ideal.
El Nido is the crown jewel, where towering limestone cliffs frame hidden lagoons, secret beaches, and snorkeling spots teeming with marine life. Island-hopping tours through the Bacuit Archipelago reveal one jaw-dropping cove after another. Coron, further north, is famous for wreck diving on sunken Japanese WWII ships and the crystal-clear Kayangan Lake. Puerto Princesa serves as the main gateway with its Underground River boat tour through a 5-mile cave system. The local seafood is fresh and incredibly affordable.
Points travelers will find a small but growing selection of hotels, with properties positioned near Puerto Princesa. While the luxury resort scene in El Nido and Coron is dominated by independent boutique properties, the loyalty-bookable options in Palawan provide a comfortable base for exploring this extraordinary island.
Cash vs Points
Hotels in Palawan range from $70 to $135 per night. Points redemptions offer 0.93+ cents per point value.
Points Hotel Recommendations
2 properties in Palawan bookable with points, sorted by value
| Hotel | Program | Check-in | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Microtel by Wyndham Puerto Princesa | Wyndham | 7,500 | $70 | 0.9¢ | ||
Four Points by Sheraton Palawan Puerto Princesa | Marriott | 25,488 | $135 | 0.5¢ |
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Transfer Points Strategy
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Best Value
If you have Points:
Microtel by Wyndham Puerto Princesa
Cost7,500 pts/night × 7n = 52,500 Wyndham
Value$490 ÷ 52,500 pts= 0.9¢
Transfer time: Instant
If you have Marriott Bonvoy Points:
Four Points by Sheraton Palawan Puerto Princesa
Cost25,488 pts/night × 7n = 178,416 Marriott
Value$945 ÷ 178,416 pts= 0.5¢
Transfer time: Instant
Travel Tips
Best Time to Visit
Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May
Getting There
PPS, USU
Visa & Entry
Check your country's requirements
Budget
From $70/night
Packing Essentials
Pack for the climate
Cultural Tips
Respect local customs
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