Amanpulo
Philippines
Amanpulo is a private island resort on Pamalican Island in the Cuyo Archipelago of northern Palawan, Philippines. The resort sits in a secluded tropical setting reached by private plane, and its accommodation spans beachfront casitas and larger villas rather than a conventional hotel block. Official Aman pages identify it as a luxury island hideaway with beach-front or forest-canopy positions, giving the property a distinctly low-density character. The accommodation is built around indoor-outdoor island living. Casitas feature wooden decks, hammocks or treetop outlooks, while selected pool casitas include private swimming pools or plunge pools. Villas offer more generous layouts for groups or families, with multi-bedroom arrangements, living and dining pavilions, outdoor lounges and kitchens; some villa categories also include private chef and butler service. A private club car is provided for each casita, supporting movement around the island. Dining is a central part of the experience, with several on-site venues and menus shaped by island produce. The Clubhouse Restaurant serves Filipino and Southeast Asian dishes and overlooks the main pool, while the Beach Club specialises in Mediterranean food and seafood on the sand. Seasonally open venues include the Lagoon Club for Japanese and international dishes, and the Picnic Grove for relaxed lunches beneath the trees. The resort also highlights private dining, from beach picnics to hillside barbecues and other secluded settings. Facilities and included services go beyond lodging and meals. Amanpulo’s stated inclusions comprise daily breakfast, afternoon tea, non-alcoholic refreshments, a scheduled wellness class, a morning snorkelling trip and access to wellness spaces such as a yoga pavilion, Pilates studio, steam room, cold plunge pool and fitness centre. Non-motorised watersports equipment is also available, and the resort’s setting and programme create a calm, self-contained island stay rather than a large-scale beach complex.