Casa Miranda

Siquijor


You won't find beachfront accommodation – en suite, no less – this cheap anywhere in the Philippines. The no-frills rooms, one musty dorm and a recommended restaurant (a nice, even romantic, place to hang at night) occupy a rambling structure fronting the water and small beach.


Lonely Planet's must-see attractions

Nearby Siquijor attractions

1. Paliton Beach

2.19 MILES

Northeast of San Juan is stunning white-sand Paliton Beach. The water is as clear as glass and there are wonderful views of Apo Island. Take the turnoff…

2. Lugnason Falls

3.21 MILES

From barangay Tubod, a paved road leads 3km up to this pleasant waterfall, which cascades into a crisp and clean teal-green swimming hole. You can jump…

3. Balete Tree

6.56 MILES

Just west of the village of Campalanas is a tremendous balete tree (banyan tree), estimated to be 400 years old and believed by some to be enchanted. In…

4. Bandila-an Nature Centre

6.98 MILES

The nature centre has been largely neglected but does have walking trails and some impressive trees and other floral life. It's 2km east of Cantabon.

5. Mt Bandila-an

7.14 MILES

Siquijor's highest peak, Mt Bandila-an (557m), is near Cantabon. Concrete steps lead 10 minutes up to the peak from two clearly marked points on the road…

6. Bandila-an Mountain View Park

7.36 MILES

This park is essentially a public garden with lots of flowers, walking paths and little pavilions for picnics. It's great for bird- and butterfly-watching…

7. Cambugahay Falls

9.48 MILES

From Lazi, a sealed road leads 2km north to these refreshing falls on the Po-o River. Above the falls, there's a paid parking bay on your left for your…

8. San Isidro Convent

10.04 MILES

Opposite the San Isidro Labrador Church, flanked by centuries-old acacia trees, is the oldest Catholic convent in the Philippines, a magnificent timber…