Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Puerto Princesa travel guide

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With a population of 222,673, Puerto Princesa is the largest city in Palawan, Philippines by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Puerto Princesa to see all of its attractions.

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When to visit Puerto Princesa

Puerto Princesa in May
Estimated hotel price
$120
1 night at 3-star hotel
Puerto Princesa in May
Estimated hotel price
$120
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Puerto Princesa

Plane

When flying to Puerto Princesa, you’ll arrive at Puerto Princesa (PPS), which is located 25 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Puerto Princesa from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 20h 10m.

Plane

When flying to Puerto Princesa, you’ll arrive at Puerto Princesa (PPS), which is located 25 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Puerto Princesa from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 20h 10m.

Airports near Puerto Princesa

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Airlines serving Puerto Princesa

Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,434 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (290 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,077 reviews)
Philippine Airlines
Good (955 reviews)
Cebu Pacific
Good (205 reviews)
Philippines AirAsia
Good (120 reviews)
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Where to stay in Puerto Princesa

Average rates range from around $58 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $77 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Greenspace Palawan and Mariafe Inn. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Puerto Princesa, with prices from $12 to $201 per night. Downtown is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Puerto Princesa are about 60% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of Puerto Princesa

Most booked hotels in Puerto Princesa

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Hue Hotels and Resorts Puerto Princesa Managed by HII
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
$101+
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Best Western Plus The Ivywall Hotel - Palawan
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$123+
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Four Points by Sheraton Palawan Puerto Princesa
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$268+
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Microtel by Wyndham Puerto Princesa
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
$69+
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Blue Lagoon Inn & Suites
3 stars
Good (7.4, Good reviews)
$31+
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Hiring a car in Puerto Princesa

Expect to pay $1.58 per litre in Puerto Princesa (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $18.94 and $25.25. Mini (Hyundai Eon or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Puerto Princesa, while also 56% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $1.58 per litre in Puerto Princesa (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $18.94 and $25.25. Mini (Hyundai Eon or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Puerto Princesa, while also 56% cheaper than other types, on average.