24 Hours in Paradise: Make the Most of Your Overnight Stay in SETIR

Got only a day to enjoy SETIR? Here’s what we suggest to maximize your 24 hours on the island.

Not everyone has the luxury of time to spend three to four days on an exclusive island, and that's okay. At Sunlight Ecotourism Island Resort (SETIR), 24 hours is enough to switch off, soak in the sea air, and head home feeling like you've been away for a week.

Tucked on an 18-hectare island about 45 minutes by boat from Coron town, SETIR is built for slow, unhurried days. If you’re on a Coron island adventure and plan to spare an overnight stay at SETIR, here’s how we’d spend a day on the island to truly maximize it:

Pro-tip: If you’re already in Coron, take the first boat ride at 11:00 am to SETIR. This way, you’ll have a few hours to spare to have lunch and explore the island for a bit before you check in.

2:00 PM - Check in and settle into your villa

Check-in starts at 2:00 PM, and the boat ride over is already part of the experience. Drop your bags, settle into your villa, step out onto the balcony, and take a long look at the view before you do anything else.

3:00 PM – Stroll and grab a bike to tour the island

Our buggy service is always ready to take you around, but nothing beats exploring the island at your own pace. Rent a bike free of charge near the Sea Gate and wander wherever the mood takes you. Check out every dining outlet, snap photos at the iconic spots, or simply soak up the island breeze. You can return the bike the next day, any time before check-out.

4:00 PM – Swim, kayak, paddle, or snorkel

Spend the rest of the afternoon enjoying our complimentary water activities: kayaking, paddleboarding, snorkeling, or a relaxed swim at the pool or by the beach. If you're feeling a little hungry or thirsty, head to Poolside Patio for some snacks and refreshing drinks.

The infinity pool and Beach 1 are also perfect spots to catch a mesmerizing Palawan sunset, so find your spot and soak in the view.

8:00 PM – Dinner at Hikari or Xiang Hotpot & KBBQ

Our Island Garden and Mangrove restaurants serve both international and Filipino cuisine, but we especially recommend our specialty dining spots: Hikari for Japanese food lovers, and Xiang Hotpot & KBBQ for anyone craving Korean barbecue or Chinese flavors on the island.

Pro-tip: Our specialty restaurants have two dinner schedules: 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm and 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm. Book with our F&B team upon check-in or at least two hours before your dinner to ensure you’ll get a slot at your preferred time.

10:00 PM – Wind down

After dinner, you have a few ways to spend the evening: Karaoke with friends or family at OceanWave KTV; a spa treatment at Sanctuary Spa to melt away the travel stiffness; or grab a few drinks at Ric’s Place Whiskey and Cigar Bar. Either way, make the most of every moment before bedtime.

5:30 AM – Wake up early for sunrise

Sunrise over the water is a highlight of a stay here, which is best enjoyed from your villa balcony (if you’re staying on the Amihan side) or by the shore at Beach 2. For those who run or are into fitness, you can go on a quick run around the island or hit the Sunlight Fitness gym before breakfast.

7:00 AM – Slow breakfast, last swim

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast at Mangrove, then squeeze in one last swim or bike ride before it's time to pack up. If you still have time to spare, stop by the Brewery for a quick tour, wander through the Butterfly Garden, or pick up some last-minute souvenirs at Kanaten. You can also try fish feeding at Sea Gate and be mesmerized by the marine life beneath the surface.

12:00 PM – Check out and bid farewell to SETIR

Check-out is at noon, which gives you a full 24 hours on the island. While this may feel a bit short, it only means you got more reason to return to SETIR.

Whether it's a quick break or the start of a longer getaway, SETIR makes every hour count. Book now to get our Best Available Rate.