Riad Masaya

Morocco in Siargao? Yes!

Siargao is a tear-drop shaped island in the Philippine Sea situated 196 kilometers southeast of Tacloban in the province of Surigao del Norte, northeastern Mindanao.

February 2017, I planned my first ever solo trip in the Island of Siargao. I booked my stay at this newly opened Moroccan-inspired hostel Riad Masaya.

Owners (Manuela, Vanessa and Jonas) and staff were accommodating and helpful. They made my stay so relaxing and fun. Every Thursdays, they served authentic Moroccan cuisine prepped by the host itself, Manuela

In a way, Siargao reminds me a little of Bali, the foreign and local culture coexisting and drawing from each other’s strengths in a seamless way that feels organic and homegrown, coming together to form its own chill island vibe. 

My hostel space with side lamp, mini cabinet with hangers and a fan

Little corner of the common area

Night life on the Island @ Octopus Bar

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Located in General Luna, a 14-minute walk from Cloud 9 Surfing Area, Riad Masaya features a garden and views of the garden. With a shared lounge, the 2-star inn has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The property has a shared kitchen, and luggage storage for guests.

At the inn, rooms include a patio. A seating area is accessible to all guests, while certain rooms have a DVD player. The rooms will provide guests with a closet and an electric tea pot.