Discover Palawan

The Last Frontier of the Philippines โ€” Property, Business & Services

Property for Sale

Explore stunning beachfront lots, island estates, and residential properties across Palawan.

Beachfront

Beachfront Lot โ€” El Nido

2,500 sqm white sand beachfront with crystal clear waters. Ideal for boutique resort development.

Island

Private Island โ€” Coron

5-hectare private island surrounded by pristine lagoons. Includes boat dock and basic infrastructure.

Residential

Modern Villa โ€” Puerto Princesa

4-bedroom contemporary villa with pool, garden, and mountain views. Gated community.

Agricultural Land

Farm Land โ€” San Vicente

10-hectare agricultural land near Long Beach. Suitable for eco-tourism or farming.

Philippine Property Documentation Guide

Titled Land (Residential / Beachfront / Commercial)

DocumentRenewal / Maintenance
Transfer Certificate of Title (TCT)On transfer of ownership
Original Certificate of Title (OCT)One-time (original Torrens title)
Tax DeclarationEvery 3 years (general revision)
Real Property Tax ReceiptAnnually (before Jan 31 or quarterly)
Deed of Absolute SaleOn each transfer
Capital Gains Tax (CGT) CertificateOn transfer (6% of selling price or zonal value)
Documentary Stamp Tax (DST)On transfer (1.5% of selling price)
Certificate Authorizing Registration (CAR)On transfer (from BIR)
Transfer Tax ReceiptOn transfer (0.5โ€“0.75% via LGU)
Barangay ClearanceAnnually or on transaction
Geodetic / Lot Survey PlanOn subdivision or transfer
Zoning CertificationOn development or conversion

Agricultural Land

DocumentRenewal / Maintenance
OCT / TCT or Free PatentOne-time or on transfer
CLOA (Certificate of Land Ownership Award)One-time (for agrarian reform land, non-transferable for 10 years)
Tax DeclarationEvery 3 years (general revision)
Real Property Tax ReceiptAnnually
DAR ClearanceOn transfer or land-use conversion
DAR Conversion OrderRequired to convert agricultural to residential/commercial
Certification of No Agrarian DisputeOn transfer
Barangay Certificate of Land UseOn transaction
DENR Survey Plan (if public land origin)On application / one-time
Environmental Compliance Certificate (ECC)Per project (valid 5 years)
Municipal/Provincial Zoning CertificationOn conversion application

Island & Foreshore Land

DocumentRenewal / Maintenance
Foreshore Lease Agreement (FLA)25 years, renewable for another 25
Special Patent (for proclaimed/reclassified land)One-time (from DENR)
DENR Certification / CENRO EndorsementOn application
Environmental Compliance Certificate (ECC)Per project (valid 5 years)
Tax DeclarationEvery 3 years
Real Property Tax ReceiptAnnually
Municipal / City Council EndorsementPer application
Foreshore Survey Plan (DENR-approved)On application
PCSD Clearance (Palawan-specific)Per project (Palawan Council for Sustainable Development)
Tourism Development Plan (for resort use)On application to DOT

Forest / Timberland

DocumentRenewal / Maintenance
IFMA (Integrated Forest Management Agreement)25 years, renewable for another 25
CBFMA (Community-Based Forest Mgmt Agreement)25 years, renewable for another 25
FLGMA (Forest Land Grazing Mgmt Agreement)25 years
SIFMA (Socialized Industrial Forest Mgmt Agreement)25 years
CENRO / PENRO CertificationPer application
Environmental Compliance Certificate (ECC)Per project (valid 5 years)
DENR Land Classification MapOn application
Tax Declaration (improvements only)Every 3 years
Community Tax Certificate (Cedula)Annually
PCSD Clearance (Palawan-specific)Per project
Tree Cutting / Harvesting PermitPer activity

Business for Sale

Turnkey businesses and investment opportunities in one of Asia's fastest-growing tourism destinations.

Hospitality

Boutique Resort โ€” El Nido

12-room beachfront boutique resort with restaurant and dive shop. Fully operational, strong bookings.

Food & Beverage

Restaurant & Bar โ€” Puerto Princesa

Popular waterfront restaurant seating 80 guests. Includes full kitchen, liquor license, and loyal customer base.

Tour Operations

Island Hopping Tours โ€” Coron

Established tour operator with 5 boats, online booking system, and partnerships with 30+ hotels.

Hospitality

Dive Resort โ€” San Vicente

PADI-certified dive center with 8 bungalows on Long Beach. Includes compressors, boats, and equipment.

Services

Professional services to help you invest, relocate, and thrive in Palawan.

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Legal & Immigration

Visa processing, business registration, SEC filing, and property due diligence for foreign investors.

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Construction & Development

Licensed architects, engineers, and contractors for residential and commercial builds across Palawan.

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Relocation Assistance

End-to-end relocation support including housing, schooling, healthcare, and community integration.

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Investment Advisory

Market analysis, ROI projections, and strategic guidance for property and business investments.

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Property Management

Full-service property management including rental marketing, maintenance, and guest services.

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Tourism Consulting

Feasibility studies, DOT accreditation assistance, and tourism business development planning.

Business Directory

Discover local businesses across Palawan โ€” hotels, restaurants, tours, services, and more.

๐Ÿจ Hotels & Resorts (20)

El Nido Resorts - Miniloc Island

5-Star Resort

El Nido — Miniloc Island, El Nido, 5313 Palawan

Iconic island resort set against dramatic cliffs. Part of Ayala Land Hospitality. Accessible via AirSWIFT to Lio Airport + 30-min boat transfer.

From PHP 14,500/night

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Cadlao Resort & Restaurant

3-Star Resort

El Nido — Sitio Caalan, Brgy. Masagana, El Nido, Palawan 5313

37-room beachfront retreat on Caalan Beach with views of Cadlao Island. Modern comfort with Filipino character.

From PHP 7,560/night

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Lihim Resorts

5-Star Luxury

El Nido — 999 Sitio Caalan, Brgy. Masagana, El Nido, Palawan 5313

Luxury boutique resort with private villas, infinity pool, and personalized service. Steps from Caalan Beach.

$570-$995 USD/night

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Charlie's El Nido

4-Star Luxury

El Nido — Km 279 National Highway, Brgy. Villa Libertad, El Nido, Palawan 5313

Luxury resort with mountain and Cadlao Island views, secluded from tourist crowds.

Luxury - contact for rates

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S Resort El Nido

3-Star Hotel

El Nido — Rizal St, Brgy. Buena Suerte, El Nido, Palawan

Town center location, meters from the beach, overlooking the bay and limestone islands. Newly renovated.

$44-$215 USD/night

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Spin Designer Hostel

Hostel

El Nido — Balinsasayaw Rd cor. Calle Real, El Nido, Palawan 5313

Well-designed hostel in central El Nido. Dorm beds and private rooms with breakfast included.

Dorms from PHP 1,000

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The Funny Lion - Coron

4-Star Boutique

Coron — Sitio Jolo, Poblacion 5, Coron, Palawan 5316

Safari-themed boutique resort with 46 rooms. 30 min from Busuanga Airport.

$87-$177 USD/night

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Two Seasons Coron Island Resort

5-Star Resort

Coron — Malaroyroy, Bulalacao Island, Coron, Palawan

Eco-friendly island resort on Malaroyroy Peninsula. All-inclusive rates cover breakfast, transfers, welcome drinks.

PHP 25,000-40,000/night

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Discovery Coron

5-Star Resort

Coron — Dimakya Island, Coron, Northern Palawan

19-hectare exclusive island property with 74 suites on UNESCO Biosphere Reserve Dimakya Island.

Premium - contact for rates

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Bacau Bay Resort Coron

4-Star Resort

Coron — Governor's Drive, Sitio Jolo, Poblacion 5, Coron, Palawan 5316

4-star resort with full-service spa, pool, and sunset dock bar. 26 min from Busuanga Airport.

From $105 USD/night

Website: bacaubay.com
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Astoria Palawan

4-Star Resort

Puerto Princesa — Km. 62, North National Highway, Brgy. San Rafael, Puerto Princesa 5300

Full-service resort along North National Highway. Part of Astoria Hotels group.

Contact for rates

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Princesa Garden Island Resort

4-Star Resort

Puerto Princesa — Caniguiran, Brgy. Bancao-Bancao, Puerto Princesa, Palawan 5300

4-hectare oceanfront property, 15 min from airport. Spa, pools, beachfront, multiple dining options.

From $127 USD/night

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Hue Hotels & Resorts Puerto Princesa

3-Star Hotel

Puerto Princesa — Km. 3 Puerto Princesa North Road, Brgy. San Manuel, Puerto Princesa 5300

122-room hotel, 3 km from airport, walking distance to Robinsons Mall.

Mid-range

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Sheridan Beach Resort & Spa

4-Star Resort

Puerto Princesa — Sabang Beach, Puerto Princesa, Palawan 5300

5-hectare beachfront resort near Underground River National Park. Now Four Points by Sheraton.

From $139 USD/night

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Hotel Elizabeth Resort & Villas

4-Star Resort

San Vicente — Long Beach, Brgy. San Isidro, San Vicente, Palawan

Beachfront resort on Long Beach, the longest white sand beach in the Philippines (14.7 km).

From $309 USD/day

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Club Agutaya Resort

3-Star Boutique

San Vicente — Long Beach, Brgy. San Isidro, San Vicente, Palawan 5309

Filipino-inspired rustic eco resort on Long Beach. Free breakfast at Cafe Lily included.

From PHP 7,700/night

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Coconut Garden Island Resort

Budget Island

Port Barton — Cacnipa Island, Port Barton, San Vicente, 5300 Palawan

Island resort accessible by 45-min boat from Port Barton. Nipa hut cottages with sea views. Solar-powered.

PHP 850-3,630/night

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Peak View Resort

Budget

San Vicente — Alimanguan Highway, San Vicente, Palawan

Near Erawan Beach with private beach area and restaurant.

Budget - contact for rates

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Sunset Beach Resort

Budget

Port Barton — San Jose Road, Port Barton, San Vicente, Palawan

Tranquil resort on Macatumbalen beach with sunset views.

Budget - contact for rates

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Ausan Beach Front Cottages

Guesthouse

Port Barton — Ballesteros St., Port Barton Town Proper, San Vicente, Palawan

Highly rated beachfront cottages in Port Barton Town Proper.

Budget

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๐Ÿฝ๏ธ Restaurants & Bars (12)

Trattoria Altrove

Italian

El Nido — Calle Hama, cor. Osmena St., Brgy Masagana, El Nido 5313

Award-winning Italian restaurant famous for brick-oven pizza. Rustic interiors, barefoot-only policy.

Mon-Tue 11AM-2PM, 5PM-11PM

Phone: +63 917 822 9871Facebook: Facebook
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Big Bad Thai Restaurant

Thai

El Nido — Hama Street, Brgy Masagana, El Nido 5313

Popular Thai restaurant known for Satay Chicken and Pad Krapow. Steps from the beach.

Daily 3PM-11PM

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SAVA Beach Bar

Cocktail Bar

El Nido — Calle Hama, Brgy Masagana, El Nido 5313

Beachfront cocktail bar in the heart of El Nido town.

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Republica Sunset Bar

Spanish Tapas/Bar

El Nido — Sitio Lugadia, Brgy Buena Suerte, El Nido (Corong-Corong)

Spanish tapas bar with stunning sunset views over Bacuit Bay.

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La Sirenetta Seafood Restaurant

Seafood/Italian

Coron — Reef Pier, Nr Central Market, Coron, Busuanga 5316

Popular seafood and Italian restaurant at the reef pier, near the central market.

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Sharky's Restobar

Filipino/Bar

Coron — Dinagpan Road, Brgy 5, Poblacion, Coron Town

Filipino restaurant and bar popular with both locals and tourists in Coron Town.

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Poco Deli

European Fusion

Coron — Calle Real, Coron Town Proper, Busuanga

European fusion cafe and deli in Coron Town center.

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The BrewHouse Coron

Craft Brewery

Coron — Coron Town, Busuanga Island

Craft brewery and bar in Coron Town.

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Kalui Restaurant

Filipino Seafood

Puerto Princesa — 369 Rizal Avenue, Brgy San Miguel, Puerto Princesa 5300

Iconic Filipino seafood restaurant on Rizal Avenue. Known for set-menu seafood feasts served barefoot.

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Kinabuch's Grill & Bar

Filipino/Exotic

Puerto Princesa — 369 Rizal Avenue, Puerto Princesa

Popular local grill known for exotic meats and Filipino favorites.

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Badjao Seafront Restaurant

Filipino Seafood

Puerto Princesa — Abueg Sr. Road, Brgy Bagong Sikat, Puerto Princesa

Waterfront seafood restaurant with stilted dining over the bay.

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Captain Ribs

Grill/International

Puerto Princesa — 295 Manalo Extension, Bancao-Bancao, Puerto Princesa 5300

International grill restaurant serving ribs, steaks, and comfort food.

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๐Ÿ๏ธ Tours & Diving (12)

Palawan Divers

PADI 5-Star IDC

El Nido — Hama Street, Brgy Masagana, El Nido 5313

PADI 5-Star IDC dive center offering courses from beginner to instructor level.

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Submariner Diving Center

PADI 5-Star IDC / TecRec

El Nido — C. Hama, Zone 3, El Nido 5313

PADI 5-Star IDC and TecRec center for recreational and technical diving.

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Tabanka Divers

PADI 5-Star Resort

El Nido — Lugadia Beach, Brgy Corong Corong, El Nido 5313

PADI 5-Star Resort dive center on Lugadia Beach, Corong-Corong.

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Aquanaut Dive Center

PADI Dive Center

El Nido — Hama Street, Brgy Masagana, El Nido 5313

Dive center offering reef dives, island hopping, and PADI courses in El Nido.

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El Dive

PADI Dive Center

El Nido — Rizal Street, Brgy Maligaya, El Nido

PADI dive center on Rizal Street in El Nido.

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Sea Quest Palawan

Island Hopping Tours

El Nido — El Nido / Coron (largest fleet in El Nido)

Largest tour operator in El Nido with fleet of boats. Island hopping Tours A, B, C, D.

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Pirates Diving Center

PADI 5-Star (est. 1994)

Coron — Coron Town, Busuanga Island

Established in 1994, one of the oldest dive centers in Coron. Wreck diving specialists.

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Reggae Dive Center

PADI 5-Star IDC

Coron — National Hwy, cor. Governor's Dr, Brgy 5, Coron 5316

PADI 5-Star IDC with wreck dive specialty in Coron Bay.

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Corto Divers

PADI Dive Center

Coron — Coastal Road, Brgy 5, Coron 5316

Dive center on the coastal road in Coron, offering wreck and reef dives.

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Dugong Dive Center

Dive Center

Coron — El Rio y Mar, San Jose, Coron (North Busuanga)

Dive center specializing in dugong encounters in North Busuanga.

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Corazon Travel and Tours

Tour Operator

Puerto Princesa — GF, PC Arcade, Junction 1, San Miguel, Puerto Princesa

Accredited tour operator for Underground River, Honda Bay, island hopping. Open 24/7.

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Top Peak Travel Palawan

Tour Operator

Puerto Princesa — Rizal Ave. Ext., Brgy Bancao-Bancao, Puerto Princesa 5308

Multi-destination tour operator covering Underground River, El Nido, Honda Bay.

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๐Ÿ  Real Estate (6)

Palawan Real Property (PRP)

Real Estate Agency

Puerto Princesa — 3rd Floor, Chiu Commercial Bldg, Rizal Ave cor. Lacao St, Brgy Maningning

Full-service real estate agency covering residential, commercial, and land properties across Palawan.

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PearlView Realty

Real Estate Broker

Puerto Princesa — National Highway, San Jose, Puerto Princesa City

Real estate brokerage specializing in Palawan properties - beachfront, residential, commercial.

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El Nido Palawan Real Estate

Real Estate Broker

El Nido — El Nido town (Broker: Roella White, PRC #5632)

Licensed broker specializing in El Nido properties, beachfront land, and resort investments.

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Globalink Realty

Real Estate Agency

Puerto Princesa — Purok Centro, Brgy Tagburos, Puerto Princesa City

Real estate agency handling residential, commercial, and agricultural land in Palawan.

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Palawan Realty (Deltamax)

Real Estate / Appraisal

Palawan

Real estate and property appraisal services across Palawan.

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Palawan Realty & Brokerage House

Real Estate Brokerage

Palawan

Full-service real estate brokerage house covering all areas of Palawan.

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๐Ÿš Transport (5)

Eulen Joy Express Palawan

Van Transport

Puerto Princesa — Puerto Princesa North Road, Brgy San Miguel, Puerto Princesa 5300

Van transport operator since 2001. Shared and private van transfers between Puerto Princesa and El Nido.

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Trip2Sea Palawan

Van Rental / Tours

Puerto Princesa

Full-service transportation and tour company. Van rental, boat tours, island hopping, airport transfers.

Website: trip2sea.com
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Van Hire Palawan

Airport Transfer / Van Rental

Puerto Princesa

Professional airport transfer and premium van rental with driver. 24/7 availability. From PHP 2,500.

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El Nido Yachting Club

Boat Charter

El Nido

Premium boat tours with new yachts and speedboats. Group and private luxury island hopping.

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Palawan Van Transport

Van Transport

Puerto Princesa

Local transport and tour operator offering private roundtrip transport to destinations across Palawan.

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๐Ÿ—๏ธ Construction (5)

ECC Construction Company

General Contractor (ISO 9001)

Puerto Princesa — No. 146b Malvar Road Corner Mendoza Street, Puerto Princesa 5300

ISO 9001:2015 certified construction company. Residential, commercial, and infrastructure projects.

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NMADES Construction (NMC)

General Contractor

Puerto Princesa — Gabinete Road, Purok Masikap, Brgy Bancao-Bancao, Puerto Princesa 5300

First-class construction company est. 2020. Residential, commercial, retirement homes.

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PPC Construction

General Contractor

Puerto Princesa — PH 2 Songcayaon Subd., Solid Rd., San Manuel, Puerto Princesa 5300

10+ years experience. Residential buildings, infrastructure, public works, renewable energy.

Website: ppccph.com
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SBR Center Builders Inc.

General Contractor

Puerto Princesa

Construction company with full equipment fleet. Notable project: ACE Medical Center Palawan.

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Tagusao Construction & Trading

General Contractor

Puerto Princesa — VRC, Rizal Avenue, Puerto Princesa City

PCAB-registered general contractor operating in Puerto Princesa.

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๐Ÿฅ Medical & Healthcare (5)

ACE Medical Center Palawan

Private Hospital

Puerto Princesa — South National Highway, Brgy San Pedro, Puerto Princesa 5300

Private medical center with outpatient, emergency, surgical, and specialty services.

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Ospital ng Palawan (ONP)

Government Hospital (Level 2)

Puerto Princesa — 220 Malvar Street, Puerto Princesa City

76-bed government hospital. Lab, radiology, dental, surgery, OB-GYN, maternal/child care, orthopedics.

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Palawan Coop Hospital

Cooperative Hospital

Puerto Princesa — Corner Burgos and Mabini Streets, Puerto Princesa City

Cooperative hospital with multiple specialties including Internal Medicine, Surgery, Pediatrics.

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Adventist Hospital Palawan

Private Hospital (Level 2)

Puerto Princesa — Junction III, San Pedro, Puerto Princesa 5300

Top 10 Level II hospital in Philippines by DOH. Operated by Adventist International Health System.

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Palawan Medical City

Hospital

Puerto Princesa

Hospital and healthcare facility serving Puerto Princesa and broader Palawan.

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๐Ÿ›๏ธ Shopping (5)

SM City Puerto Princesa

Shopping Mall

Puerto Princesa — Malvar Street, Brgy San Miguel, Puerto Princesa 5300

Three-level retail complex with ~180 shops, SM Supermarket, cinemas, and department store.

Sun-Thu 10AM-10PM, Fri-Sat 10AM-9PM

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Robinsons Place Palawan

Shopping Mall

Puerto Princesa — National Highway, Brgy San Manuel, Puerto Princesa

Two-story mall with Robinsons Supermarket, Department Store, Handyman, and Appliances.

Mon-Thu 10AM-9PM, Fri-Sun 10AM-10PM

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NCCC Mall Palawan

Shopping Mall

Puerto Princesa — 89 Lacao Street, Brgy Maningning, Puerto Princesa 5300

Major shopping center with department store, supermarket, and variety of retail tenants.

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Binuatan Creations Weaving Center

Handicrafts / Souvenirs

Puerto Princesa — Bougainville Drive Corner Rafols Street, Sta. Monica, Puerto Princesa 5300

Traditional hand-loom weaving center. "Binuatan" means "creation" in Palawan dialect. Try weaving firsthand.

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MCA Market Mall Pasalubong Center

Souvenir Market

Puerto Princesa — Puerto Princesa North Road, Puerto Princesa 5300

Large pasalubong center with wood carvings, woven handicrafts, cashew nuts, and local products.

7AM-8PM daily

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๐Ÿง˜ Spas & Wellness (5)

Asian Massage Palawan

Spa / Massage

Puerto Princesa — 2nd Level, Robinsons Place Palawan, Puerto Princesa

Multi-award winning spa chain with 3 locations (2 in Puerto Princesa, 1 in El Nido). In-spa and home services.

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Bahay Kalipay Detox & Yoga Retreat

Wellness Retreat

Puerto Princesa — 38E Hagedorn Road Extension, Brgy San Pedro, Puerto Princesa

"House of Happiness" - earth-friendly detox and yoga retreat. Yoga, meditation, massage, sauna, pools.

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Spatify at Astoria Palawan

Resort Spa

Puerto Princesa — Km. 62, North National Highway, Brgy San Rafael, Puerto Princesa 5300

Luxurious wellness sanctuary within Astoria Palawan resort. Body treatments, facials, aromatherapy.

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Namaste El Nido Yoga & Spa

Yoga Studio / Spa

El Nido — Pops District, Corong-Corong, El Nido, Palawan 5313

El Nido's longest-standing yoga studio. TripAdvisor Travelers' Choice 5 consecutive years. 50% off 8AM-2PM.

7AM-10PM

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Qi Palawan

Luxury Spa Resort

El Nido — Sitio Palabuayan, Brgy San Fernando, El Nido, Palawan 5313

Solar-powered luxury spa resort. Massage, skincare, holistic healing, yoga, meditation. Beachfront with pool.

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Your one-stop guide to setting up a business in Palawan. Complete the registration form below and use the checklist to track every permit, license, and directory listing you need.

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