Tropic Bay (formally Tropicana)
Room Rates 2018-19
Tropic Bay has only 8 rental units and is located in the Philippines on the island of Negros, approximately 30km from the capital Dumaguete, on the outskirts of Zamboanguita a small coastal community.
The grounds.
Pool side bar & restaurant
To reserve accommodation please contact us on this form.
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LATEST UPDATES APRIL 2018
- FREE SHUTTLE FOR NEW VISITORS: We now offer a free shuttle pick up for 1st time visitors from the airport in Dumaguete to Tropic Bay. Just let us know when and what flight you arrive on.The journey is approximately 40 minutes followed by a 5-10 minute walk into the property. Our staff will meet you at the drop of point to carry your luggage on our cart.
- We actually have a very good transportation network in the area, with the following choices for journeys into Dumaguete and elsewhere.
- Pre-booked shuttle if you need full service 1000 pesos;
- Aircon bus every 20 minutes or so all day until late 55 pesos;
- Non aircon bus every 20 minutes or so until late 35 pesos,
- Jeepney every few minutes 10-15 pesos,
- Tricycles (shorter journeys along the coast) every few minutes 8 pesos.
- Our renovation programme has started. Bungalow 2 is almost finished as of April 2018, with a brand new bathroom, new kitchen area, new appliances, new paint and a new roof. Still to come a new aircon in the bedroom.
- Once B2 is finished we will start on another unit and continue until all renovations are complete. As the work is undertaken by a small 2 man crew of craftsmen there is no significant disturbance to other units or common areas during construction.
Our Accommodation & Facilities
Set in pleasant mature gardens, our units are simple in design, clean and with ensuite bathrooms. Most are only suitable for 1 or 2 guests, although several can accommodate 3-4 for short periods. Starting in March 2018, we are slowly refurbishing the resort, one unit at a time. As units are refurbished we will update the information on this site.
Studio Apartments
1 or 2 person studio style accommodation, all with bathroom, basic kitchen & outdoor seating area.
3 sea views – Studios, 28sqm plus 8sqm veranda, one with aircon.
1 sea view – Studio 35sqm (Aircon in the bedroom), plus 12sqm veranda.
2 sea view – Studios, 56 sqm on the 1st floor (one with aircon in the bedroom), plus 10sqm balcony.
- All studios are solid stone buildings with floor tiles;
- Ceiling height of about 3 meters!
- Power supply 220 Volt (own 5 KV – power line);
- Tiled shower / WC with hot and cold water;
- Water from own wells;
- Kitchenette with fridge, toaster, cooker and crockery;
- Safe for your valuables;
- Large double bed.
- We provide bedding and free change once every 2 weeks.
- Cozy sitting area (bamboo or rattan);
- Wardrobe;
- Fan or Aircon (see description);
- Large (about 8sqm) veranda with sea view, (or 10sqm balcony).
Garden Bungalows
3 garden bungalows for 1-2 persons.
1 x 40sqm large open plan bungalow (+ 25sqm veranda) directly in front of the beach,
1 x 50sqm and 1 x 30sqm 1 bedroom – bungalow, only about 30m from the beach with separate Aircon in the bedrooms.
- Solid construction with floor tiles;
- Room height about 3 meters!
- Power supply 220 Volt (own 5 KV – power line);
- Tiled shower / WC with hot and cold water;
- Water from own wells;
- Kitchenette with fridge, toaster, cooker, dishes;
- Safe for your valuables;
- Large double bed;
- We provide bedding and free change once every 2 weeks;
- Cozy sitting area (bamboo or rattan).
Food & Drink
While each unit has a basic kitchenette including a small refrigerator and cooking facilities, we also offer bar drinks, soft drinks, snacks and full meals at our poolside restaurant area.
Breakfast and dinner daily choices are available, plus themed meals on our Specials Board, from local filipino to asian and international dishes.
In addition special orders can be taken and prepared with 24 hour advance notice.
While there are small local markets within 15 minutes walk, later this year we plan on also opening a small store within the resort for basic necessities.