Sunset Cove Beach & Dive Resort Romblon

We were here for three weeks in November 2023 and loved every minute of our stay. The rooms are clean, comfortable and spacious. Charro (owner/manager) brought in extra tables, chairs and power strips to accommodate our camera equipment (no camera room, no problem). There are only five rooms at the resort, so it is peaceful and personable. The food was healthy and plentiful and the cook went out of his way to accommodate our vegan requests. He creatively turned out many tasty meals from his small and immaculate kitchen. The grounds are lush and the pool is relaxing. The staff were exemplary and we thanked them with a little holiday party at the end of our stay. They all live in a village immediately behind the resort on the small island of Alad. It is well worth it to walk through the village with one of the staff.The diving, of course, THE DIVING is exemplary if you enjoy macro and super macro. I went to Romblon specifically to see Melibe colemani (“Ghost Nudi”) and I was not disappointed- I lost count of how many times I saw it! Many sea slugs, shrimp (Sashimi, hairy, algae & Donald Duck) , pygmy seahorses, Lembeh Seadragon, cowries. The guides are excellent and. Private guide is complementary. The boats are the usual bangkas; the rides were one minute (house reef) to 30 minutes (Cobrador Island).Romblon is a special place for diving. A little work to get there, but we’ll worth the effort.

Sunset Cove is a secluded retreat located just a 30-minute boat ride from the harbor of Romblon. Upon arrival, we were warmly welcomed by the owners, who have put great effort into creating a relaxed and intimate atmosphere. With only five rooms, the resort has an exclusive, private feel. Nestled along a beautiful beach, it also features a small swimming pool for guests to enjoy. Just behind the island lies a marine sanctuary, offering fantastic diving opportunities. The owners have been dedicated to renovating and enhancing the resort since COVID, with future plans to add a camera room for underwater photography enthusiasts. The dive guides here are exceptional at spotting macro life, including Sashimi shrimps, frogfish, and an array of nudibranchs such as the Melibe colemani and Circe negra. Divers can also explore Cobrador Island from the resort. Additionally, divemasters and instructors are allowed to dive the house reef independently. The food at Sunset Cove is delicious, though availability depends on local market offerings each morning. As Romblon is a more remote destination, food choices can sometimes be limited. Overall, our stay at Sunset Cove was wonderful. The owners made us feel like family, and we truly appreciate their hospitality.