Reviews from guests who stayed at this hotel, shared by our hotel supplier. Score based on the latest 26 reviews.
Jacob
Netherlands · Couple · January 2026
+Beautiful view of the bay and mountains. Amazing to wake up with the sunrise and hearing the little city come to life. Would definitely recommend the Overlook when looking for a more secluded and nature minded place.
−Even though the bathroom view is amazing, never had a shower with such a view before, the toilet and shower facilities are simple and very Filipino style.
Matthew
United Kingdom · Solo · January 2026
“Peaceful hilltop stay with great views, well suited to longer visits”
+I stayed at Port Barton Overlook for 17 nights in one of the bungalows, which gave me a good sense of the property and its strengths. The location, set above Port Barton, offers lovely views and a calm, secluded atmosphere away from the growing bustle of town. It was a peaceful base and a good place to work on a laptop. A major benefit,and one of the main reasons I chose to stay here,was the availability of a shared kitchen. Being able to cook was a real advantage, particularly for a longer stay, and made the accommodation feel more liveable than many other options in Port Barton.
−The property could benefit from a bit more attention to detail in terms of overall guest experience. While the kitchen is a real plus, it would be improved by better and more complete kitchenware for guests who cook regularly. Access and movement around the grounds require some care. The dirt pathways can become quite slick when wet, and trimming back some of the surrounding greenery would make the sometimes slippery stone walkways safer and easier to navigate, especially in rainy conditions. The bungalow itself could also use some upgrades. Sliding doors did not always move smoothly and could be better sealed to keep insects out. Improvements to lighting and electrics would also help, as the current setup felt somewhat improvised, with floor-level lights and extension leads rather than more permanent fixtures.
Mia
Australia · Group of friends · April 2025
“The overlook.. more like over exceeding expectations!! Lived our stay here.”
+Scenes were amazing and the bungalows were very well designed.
Rick
Netherlands · Couple · April 2025
“Perfect place”
+Great view and nice to have a kitxhen to use
Lucía
Uruguay · Solo · March 2025
“Good”
+The view was nice, but I think some trees need a trim so you can enjoy it more. The road is really bad but the staff very kindly helped me with my luggage, that was the only moment I interacted with them. I think they need to pay more attention to detail and improve communication with the guests. When I checked in, no one explained to me anything about the place. Not even where the bathrooms were. They just put my luggage on the floor and left. After a while, my room was full of ants, I sent a message to the person I charge, and he said he would come but never did. It's a beautiful place, it really is. But they need to work on the service they are giving to the guests because now it's not worth the money.
Jonathan
United Kingdom · Solo · March 2025
“Very good”
Corbin
Australia · Couple · February 2025
“Very good”
Marc
Switzerland · Solo · January 2025
“If you are here to relax, peace and quiet, and connection with nature, walk away… If you want to sleep 2 hours and you h”
+- The view - Alan was really Nice
−On the positive side, The view is beautiful and Alan is very friendly, warm and welcoming! I came here to connect with nature as advertised, I am actually really sad I connected much more with the Reggaeton DJ and the live cover band from the bar next door until 3:30am… You can hear the scooters and dogs as well (I guess we can consider dogs as nature ;) Not to mention you will be waken up by the local poultry at 4am… and the sun at 6… Could not sleep at all… even with earplugs… (I must say I am a sensitive sleeper… but still) Fell twice down the slippery stairs going to the toilet in the middle of the night… The bed was too small, (I’m a quiet big guy…) I wished I could turn off the house lights to sleep, so I had to unscrew 2 light bulbs and got electrocuted (ok that last one is not true… but I did unscrew the lightbulbs… and you laughed… we need to keep smiling right? ;) I can lough about it because I had a 12 hour sleep in another place ;) Booked 2 nights, left after the first one… Came here to rest and relax, left frustrated and tired… lucky other hotels were available for the next night… If you are here to relax, peace and quiet, and connection with nature, walk away… If you
Maxime
Malta · Group of friends · December 2024
“I would not stay there again or only for one night”
+The view over the bay
−The bathroom was not really comfortable to use No locks on the door / no privacy ! The place is located 500 meters away from an after hour club - which blast loud music until 2am in the morning ! You cannot get a good sleep there …
Colum
United Kingdom · Solo · November 2024
“I absolutely loved my stay at The Overlook. Just outside of town with panoramic views. Alan was super helpful and the pl”
+I absolutely loved my stay at The Overlook. Just outside of town with panoramic views. Alan was super helpful and the place had such a nice atmosphere.