The Funny Lion♡

Wonderful stay with great staff

10.0

Lovely experience, impressively attentive and kind staff.

Four Years of Exceptional Stays

10.0

I’ve been coming to The Funny Lion every year for the past four years as part of my work as a survival instructor, bringing clients to a nearby remote island. After each trip, we stay here—and every single time, it’s been exceptional. The staff are incredibly warm, attentive, and consistently go above and beyond to make sure everyone feels welcome and well taken care of. Their level of service truly stands out. The rooms are comfortable and beautifully maintained, and the facilities are excellent. The food is always fantastic as well—exactly what you want after a demanding trip. What makes it even more special is that they remember me each year, which adds such a personal touch to every stay. It’s the perfect way to end every course I run here in the Philippines, and without a doubt, it’s one of my favourite hotels in the world.

PAWsome experience!

10.0

The Funny Lion was the perfect place to come home to after multiple days out in the sun! The staff was so friendly and accommodating. The space was so peaceful and clean.

wonderful time

10.0

the staffs are very friendly from start to end. beautiful amenity with a great view and great pools.

Amazing stay

10.0

My partner and I first time here and were so happy that we stayed at this hotel! Everyone was attentive, helpful, and friendly from our start of the stay to the end. They even fixed my bed with pink balloons and a cupcake for my birthday. We will definitely be back! Great experience!

The Funny Lion, Coron — A Hidden Safari Paradise That Exceeded Every Expectation

10.0

We stumbled upon The Funny Lion almost by accident — every hotel in Coron proper was booked when we were planning our stay before embarking on a Tao expedition from Coron to El Nido. What started as a backup plan turned into one of the most memorable lodging experiences of our lives. Spoiler: I will never stay anywhere else in Coron again. The Property From the moment you arrive, The Funny Lion feels less like a hotel and more like a private resort tucked into a lush, secluded world of its own. Two spectacular pools, a rooftop Jacuzzi with sweeping views, and an on-site spa — the grounds are genuinely stunning. For a boutique property with only 32 rooms, it punches so far above its weight class it’s almost unfair to the competition. The Food (Yes, Really) Let me be upfront: we fully intended to venture into Coron for dinner both nights. We never made it. Not because we couldn’t — but because the food here is that good. On our first night, jet-lagged and tired, we wandered into the Mexican restaurant expecting something decent. What we got were legitimately some of the best tacos we’ve ever had — anywhere. My wife was thrilled with the thoughtful vegetarian options, and I demolished every seafood and meat taco I could get my hands on. The rooftop bar adds a fun bonus after 5pm: brick oven pizza, local beers, and cocktails under the open sky. The morning buffet breakfast was equally impressive — a beautifully diverse spread covering all the Western favorites alongside Philippine and Chinese breakfast options I was genuinely excited to explore. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and lovingly prepared. The Staff — The Real Stars of the Show In a word: extraordinary. From the moment we introduced ourselves, every single team member addressed us by name — Mr. Andrew, Mrs. [name] — for the entirety of our stay. At a 32-room property, that level of personalized attention is remarkable. The team was warm, kind, and attentive in the best possible way — always present when you needed them, never hovering when you didn’t. They arranged transportation for our Tao orientation meeting without any fuss, handled laundry with a ~24-hour turnaround — clean, folded, and pressed — at a price that would make your jaw drop compared to a US laundromat. The front desk was consistently helpful whether we stopped by in person or called from the room. This is the kind of service that leaves an impression long after you’ve checked out. The Spa — The Surprise That Stole the Show We had no idea there were massage services on-site when we booked. Learning about them during our welcome tour was one of those happy travel surprises you don’t forget. The Funny Lion offers five styles of massage — from traditional Swedish/oil to reflexology — at prices that are roughly 20% of what you’d pay in the US (and notably more affordable than what we experienced at our Manila hotel). We booked a couples massage for that same evening, and both masseuses checked in immediately about pressure preferences. I like deep tissue intensity; my wife prefers something gentle. Both were perfectly responsive and attuned throughout. We walked out completely refreshed — and walked straight to the front desk to book again for the next day. Tipping is not requested or implied in any way, but at these prices and with this quality, we were genuinely delighted to tip, and our masseuses were so gracious and appreciative. The Location — A Happy Accident Worth Seeking Out About 8–10 minutes from the heart of Coron, The Funny Lion sits in a pocket of calm that feels worlds away from the noise and bustle of downtown. Honestly? It’s better out here. The resort provides free bikes, and upscale e-trikes and traditional trikes are available moments away whenever you want to explore. Knowing what I know now, I would actively avoid booking in Coron city proper and come straight back here. The seclusion, the quiet, the safari-chic atmosphere — it all adds up to something genuinely special. The Verdict The Funny Lion is a 10/10 in every category that matters: property, food, staff, spa, value, and soul. Whether you’re passing through Coron between islands or making it a destination unto itself, book this place without hesitation. We went in with zero expectations and left completely in love. We’ll be back.