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The Backyard Inn

2.0 star property
Adults-only hostel in Moalboal with spa services

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed | Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, laptop workspace, free WiFi
Exterior
Front of property - evening/night
Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed | Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, laptop workspace, free WiFi
Terrace/patio
The Backyard Inn in Basdiot offers active fun and beachside relaxation. Play mini golf, shoot hoops, or go mountain biking, then unwind in the garden or outdoor area. Enjoy high-speed WiFi and practical dry cleaning for a comfortable stay.

Reviews

6.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
  • Spa
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Deluxe Single Room | Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Deluxe Single Room

Highlights

Yard
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Select Comfort bed
Premium bedding
Rainfall showerhead
Bidet
Wardrobe or closet
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm | Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Deluxe Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

Highlights

Yard
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Select Comfort bed
Premium bedding
Rainfall showerhead
Bidet
Wardrobe or closet
  • Sleeps 1
  • 8 Twin Bunk Beds

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Superior Double Room | Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Superior Double Room

Highlights

Yard
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Select Comfort bed
Premium bedding
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Bidet
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed | Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Yard
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Select Comfort bed
Premium bedding
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Bidet
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Located by the ocean, The Backyard Inn is in Basdiot, a neighborhood in Moalboal. Monastery of the Holy Eucharist and Argao Hall of Justice are local landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Moalboal Market and Gaisano Grand Mall Moalboal. Discover the area's water adventures with snorkeling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours.
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Panagsama Beach, Moalboal, Central Visayas, 6032

What's nearby

  • Panagsama Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Moalboal Sardine Run - 1 min drive - 0.5 miles
  • Moalboal Market - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Moalboal Pier - 5 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • White Beach Moalboal - 8 min drive - 3.4 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Isla Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Smooth Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Three Bears - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Lola’s Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Ester Bar - ‬5 min walk

About this property

The Backyard Inn

Hostel near Panagsama Beach
An airport shuttle, mini golf, and a garden are just a few of the amenities provided at The Backyard Inn. Active travelers can enjoy scuba diving, basketball, and archery at this hostel. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as dry cleaning/laundry services and an outdoor entertainment area.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and multilingual staff
  • Outdoor furniture, a water dispenser, and ATM/banking services
  • A billiards/pool table
Room features
All guestrooms at The Backyard Inn include comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as thoughtful touches like air conditioning and separate sitting areas.
Other amenities include:
  • Rainfall showers, bidets, and shampoo
  • Private yards, wardrobes/closets, and separate sitting areas

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (PHP 150 per night)
  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Onsite motorcycle parking only

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: PHP 250 per person

Things to do

  • Archery
  • Basketball
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Mini golf
  • Mountain biking
  • Scuba diving

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Virtual front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture

Spa

  • Spa services

Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Tile flooring in room

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Laptop workspace
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 12:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 15

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; your host will greet you
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property welcomes adults only
Rollaway/extra beds are available for PHP 500.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: PHP 500 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately PHP 250 per person
  • Nearby parking fee: PHP 150 per night (164 ft away)
  • Rollaway bed fee: PHP 500.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

SweLodge
The Backyard Inn Moalboal
The Backyard Inn Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
The Backyard Inn Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Moalboal

Frequently asked questions

Is The Backyard Inn pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Backyard Inn?

Motorcycle parking only.

What time is check-in at The Backyard Inn?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 12:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Backyard Inn?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Does The Backyard Inn provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is The Backyard Inn located?

Located in Basdiot, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Panagsama Beach and Moalboal Sardine Run. Naomi's Bottle Museum and Pescador Island are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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The Backyard Inn Reviews

Reviews

6.0
Rating 10 - Excellent. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 2 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 2 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 2 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Pavlína

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Our stay at the Backyard Inn was nothing short of a nightmare. The experience felt like actually sleeping outside with the chickens. The pod smelled of chicken waste, the sink didn’t drain, and the noise was unbearable—constant chicken noises, roosters crowing, and no peace or quiet to rest. We couldn’t wait to leave. The only saving grace was the staff, who were friendly and helpful, but that does not make up for the dreadful conditions. I would never stay here again. Avoid this place unless you’re prepared for a farmyard disaster.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

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