Lionfish Backpackers
Malapascua

A newly opened hostel on Malapascua Island, off the northern tip of Cebu, offering charming native Nipa Hut bungalows and comfortable dorm rooms for budget-conscious travelers.

The island is renowned for its world-class scuba diving, where guests can encounter thresher sharks, seahorses, mandarin fish, and the hostel's namesake lionfish, along with pristine white sand beaches and excellent snorkeling. It's the perfect base for exploring one of the country's most spectacular marine destinations without breaking the bank.