Katig Beachfront Hotel promises to give you an authentic Siargaonon experience with its simple and authentic approach to hospitality.

PHOTOGRAPHY Jeremy Kruis and Mary Dizon
There&rsquo;s no denying that Siargao has become a hot tourist destination over the past few years. Other than being a popular surfing spot in the country, the quaint yet blossoming isle offers more than just the thrilling aqua sport. There are a myriad of cafes, bars, and retail outlets to visit and enjoy &mdash; soon enough, you&rsquo;ll find yourself falling in love with the easy and slow island life as days go by. But the catch is always finding the perfect place to stay. Luckily, there&rsquo;s Katig.

&ldquo;Our aim is to harmonize upscale amenities with Siargao&rsquo;s natural allure, providing our guests with a memorable blend of comfort and adventure. This is the Katig Way &ndash; a seamless fusion of modern traveler expectations and the raw, vibrant beauty of the island and its people,&rdquo; shares Carmelo Aribon, General Manager of the beachfront boutique hotel. Located at the heart of the island, it&rsquo;s situated almost right beside the famous Kanin Baboy eatery with Shado Surf across the road, Katig promises a very straightforward but unique experience that will have guests appreciating Siargao like a local in no time. Almost every significant sightseeing spot is a trike ride away &mdash; 10 minutes from the port if you want to go island hopping and maybe around 15 minutes away from the iconic Cloud 9 Beach, while the must-visit restaurants are easily within reach through public transport or renting a bike.

Katig Co-Founders Charles Tiu and Kim Honasan

Katig staff at the hotel entrance

Katig's lobby and dining area

Katig's beachfront facade

But what&rsquo;s the point of booking a beautiful place to stay without appreciating your accommodation&rsquo;s amenities? With only 11 well-crafted rooms that are perfect whether you&rsquo;re a solo traveler or vacationing with family and friends, Katig&rsquo;s raw, minimalist but industrial architecture will draw you in almost instantly. The lobby is simple and leads you right into the dining area, where a beautiful bar, curated by The Spirits Library and Nokal&rsquo;s bar consultant Lee Watson, calls out for you to try one of their specialized cocktails (Halik ng Alon is the perfect refresher.) The view from the al fresco area is a small garden right before the beach, where clean waters and pristine shores await you. The room to book if you&rsquo;re looking to take a dip any time of the day would be the Beachfront Garden Room which is only a minute away from the beach. The shareable rooms or Family Room is also situated on the first floor, the space having an extension to another bedroom so that a party of five can comfortably stay.

Inside the Garden Beachfront room

The quaint porch view of the Garden Beachfront room

The best rooms in the hotel are undeniably the Ocean View Rooms, that offer breathtaking panoramas from a private balcony. Only three of these accommodations are available, so you better be quick to book if you&rsquo;re eyeing a stunning view to greet you every morning! But if you&rsquo;re a traveler who&rsquo;d like to keep things to the bare minimum, there are simpler rooms on the second floor (Deluxe Rooms) that are still perfect for some well-deserved R&amp;R after a whole day out and about on the island.

The private balcony of the Ocean View Room

A peek at the Ocean View Room accomodations

When unsure of your itinerary, a quick chat with either one of the hotel founders and entrepreneurs Marco Viray (owner of Siargao Bed and Brew), Jerry Garcia, Charles Tiu, and Kim Honasan will sort out your schedule. The four know the island like the back of their hand and will give you tailor-made suggestions on what to do and where to go if you&rsquo;re a Siargao newbie &mdash; from the best surfing spots to must-try eats from breakfast &lsquo;till midnight drinks. After all, &ldquo;Katig&rdquo; is literally the Siargaonon word that refers to the outrigger of the traditional boats that populate the area, and much like its purpose, #TheKatigWay is all about guiding you to explore the isle in the best and personal way possible.

Katig Beachfront Hotel is located at B-2, 9286 Tourism Rd, Purok 5, General Luna, Siargao Island, Surigao del Norte. Book your stay now at <a href="https://www.katigsiargao.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://www.katigsiargao.com/</a> or reach out to the resort via mobile at +63 917 137 0565 and email at katigsiargao@gmail.com.

Experience Siargao Like a Local at This Breathtaking Beachfront Hotel

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