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The River Hideaway

Villa

Santa Cruz

hotel
hotel

Why people book this hotel

Comfortable rooms
6 mentions

Amazing views, nice quiet spot, some great cafes around

Watching fireflies from the bed or on the terrace was amazing and so relaxing

Great location
3 mentions

Fabulous location and a perfect hideaway

The location was really nice and peacefull

Friendly staff
3 mentions

Here you can use host provided boat, paddles or just swim in the river

The hosts were very responsive, had an issue with water pressure of which was fi…

Clean rooms
1 mentions

Clean and very nice place

Pool
1 mentions

Also the private Dock with the paddleboat and Swimming in the River was amazing

Overview

Set 12 km from Guyam Island and 15 km from Naked Island, The River Hideaway features free WiFi and units fitted with a kitchen, terrace and seating area. This property offers access to a balcony and free private parking. The villa has family rooms. All units come with air conditioning, a fridge, kitchenware, a coffee machine, a bidet, a hair dryer and a desk. A patio with outdoor furniture and river views is offered in each unit. The units feature a private bathroom, free toiletries and bed linen. Guests can also relax in the garden. Magpupungko Rock Pools is 33 km from the villa. The nearest airport is Sayak Airport, 28 km from The River Hideaway.

Traveller reviews

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Lucy

couple

March 9, 2026

9

We had a lovely stay here. Would definitely stay again. Super relaxing. Seeing fireflies at night from bed was a bonus

Amazing views, nice quiet spot, some great cafes around

C

Clodagh

extended_group

February 15, 2026

10

Gorgeous relaxing vibe with clean facilities and friendly kind owners!

Fabulous location and a perfect hideaway!

S

Samira

couple

January 21, 2026

10

Pur nature and relaxing!

Fabulous stay with jungle feeling! It was so nice and calm, only the music of nature. We enjoyed our 2 nights with full heart. Watching fireflies from the bed or on the terrace was amazing and so relaxing. Comfy bed, AC and good shower - everything we needed. The owners helped us a lot and very quick with every request we had. We‘d book it again!

C

Chew

family_with_children

March 12, 2025

8

Your own river sanctuary in a beautiful aesthetic villa far from neighbours and the hustle and bustle of General Luna

I love the villa’s design and aesthetics. There’s 2 identical looking villas, the only difference is the balcony of one villa has the net hammock and the other has the bamboo tap with bath tub. I stayed in the latter. The water from the tap and shower is salty but they’ve provide fresh water for drinking and rinsing. The view from the rooftop terrace and balcony/bedroom are to die for… river, trees, sunrise/sunset, bliss! We enjoyed many cups of coffee/teas and chats there. The free use of paddle boat was a great addition to the overall experience.

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Reda

couple

December 11, 2024

9

We loved the stay at River Hideaway. Idilic and very cozy villa with comfortable facilities. Here you can use host provided boat, paddles or just swim in the river. Villa itself beautiful and at magical place. Also the host is very nice and kind person.

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Steffany ann

couple

November 28, 2024

6

Location is really nice but needed some few changes specially they need to check the shower and toil

The location was really nice and peacefull

R

Romain

extended_group

October 7, 2024

8

The environment is amazing, the river is really enjoyable, and there are some adorable cats coming sometimes. It overcomes the few negative points mentionned:)

R

Rob

family_with_children

August 13, 2024

9

hidden gem in the middle of nature

Two beautiful bungalows / apartments have been created with a lot of love and feeling for the environment. In the middle of stunning nature, photos can hardly capture the beauty of it. That's why River Hideaway deserves a high rating; definitely go here, it's a fairytale! But......

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Neil

couple

June 3, 2024

9

Unique stay in an amazing location

A very unique experience and able to wake up in the jungle along the river was incredible, fully recommend staying here. The hosts were very responsive, had an issue with water pressure of which was fixed within 30 mins and the guy that came to help was incredibly lovely. The hosts also helped me to hire a bike from Abigail who was Fantastic and dropped the bike off to me when I needed it, even picked it up from my second accommodation a few days after leaving. Before you go important to know that this is in the jungle along the river so lots of bugs around so be prepared for that (girlfriend got nibbles quite a bit) and the water is salty from the taps and shower. As long as you can cope with that it's fantastic.

D

Daniel

couple

April 11, 2024

8

Great views in a remote location!

Beautiful remote location with spectaculaire views! The manager of the place is very reactive to any query.

C

Christof Heinrich

couple

March 27, 2024

10

Please bring Food for the Cats. Water & Tuna Fish. There are two little Cat Babies and a Mother

Amazing Jungle Lodge

S

Serafina

couple

March 6, 2024

8

Beautiful place to stay, nature and the river is stunning would recommend a short stay here.

The river is stunning. The little boat to expire the river was a plus. The nature around really makes this stay.

G

Geert

couple

February 8, 2024

10

Beautiful accommodation just 10 min from GL

Beautiful accommodation located next to the river. View is amazing and the hut has everything you need. Bed is super comfortable also for tall people. Would definitely recommend this place! Quiet en serene place, but only like 10-15 min from GL.

R

Robynne

couple

February 8, 2024

10

Clean and very nice place.

A

Anja

couple

January 13, 2024

8

The view is stunning and invites for full relaxation.

J

Jan

couple

November 8, 2023

8

Amazing stay with an amazing and kind host slightly shadowed by constant construction noises

Really Enjoyed the view and the romantic atmosphere. The interior of The Villa is really nice and you got everything to eat ordered food or cook yourself. Also the private Dock with the paddleboat and Swimming in the River was amazing.

K

Karen

couple

October 14, 2023

9

Good experience

really aesthetic

F

Fien

couple

October 12, 2023

10

Amazing accommodation with a fantastic river view!

Amazing view, you have a boat to explore the river. The interior is beautiful as well, very beautiful bathroom.

C

Clément

couple

September 3, 2023

9

Very relaxing place that allows for a good disconnect from your busy life. The house is nice and, despite being isolated, everything worked. The owner was really helpful before and during our stay. A completely different experience compared to the main tourist area of General Luna.

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Itsaso

extended_group

August 22, 2023

10

Highly recommended to stay in The River Hideaway. It’s a bit far from General Luna, but totally worth it!!!

Both the house and the environment were really amazing.

Facilities

Cleanliness & disinfecting

Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines

Food & Drink

Breakfast options

General

Air conditioning, Non-smoking rooms, Family rooms, Heating, WiFi available in all areas, Bicycle parking

Internet

WiFi, Free WiFi, Internet services

Outdoors

Garden, Terrace

Parking

Free parking, Parking, Parking on site, Private parking

Physical distancing

Contactless check-in/check-out, Physical distancing rules followed

Safety & security

CCTV outside property, Fire extinguishers

Self check-in

Lockbox key collection at the property

Hotel Policies

Check-inFrom 15:00 to 18:00
Check-outFrom 08:00 until 11:00
Cancellation & prepaymentCancellation and prepayment policies vary by room type. Please check your booking details before finalizing.
Accepted credit cardsThe hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.
The fine printThis property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties. Managed by a private host
Last updated: Apr 11, 2024, 5:18 PM

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