Pura Vida Cabilao

Top choice in Bohol


Pura Vida sits alone on the northeastern tip of the island and is managed by a German–Filipino team. Renovated in 2015, its sophisticated, spotless thatched cottages and rooms are very well furnished. The restaurant has sweeping ocean views, Sea Explorers dive shop is on-site and there's a small spa for massages. It's a five-minute walk from the pier in Cambaquiz.


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Landmark structure just off the harbour.

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