Sunset Cove Beach & Dive Resort
Dive Center
🌏 Philippines
🌊 Activities: Discover Scuba / Try Dive, Recreational courses, Technical diving courses, Fun dive / Leisure diving
🤿 Instructor languages: English, German
🟢 Nitrox available: Yes
👌 Certification: TDI, sdi
✅ Type: Dive Center
Sunset Cove Beach & Dive Resort is a boutique beach and dive retreat on Alad Island, Romblon, in the heart of the Philippines' Coral Triangle. Through our dive operation, Romblon Fun Divers, an SDI/TDI 5-Star Dive Centre, we specialize in macro and super macro diving - rare nudibranchs, pygmy seahorses, ghost pipefish, frogfish and other elusive critters.
We keep groups small, with a strict 1:2 guide-to-diver ratio, so every diver and underwater photographer gets personal attention both above and below the water. Dives run from a traditional banca boat, suited to small groups and underwater camera systems rather than fast, crowded speedboats.
The resort is run by owners Ronny and Charolyn Oliwka, both SDI/TDI instructors, with Ronny also a technical cave diver and Charolyn a TDI Extended Range diver. We hold Philippine Department of Tourism accreditation and an Excellent rating across 80+ verified guest reviews.
Beyond diving, guests stay in beachfront rooms with direct beach access, in a quiet corner of Romblon ideal for photographers and marine life enthusiasts.
Phone
📞 +63 908 653 7589Website
🌐 sunsetcoveromblon.com/Accommodation
Stay on-site:
Yes - beachfront rooms on-site with direct beach access, run by the resort itself.
Agreements or discounts with partner accommodations:
N/A - guests stay on-site at our own beachfront rooms.
We can handle your accommodation bookings:
Yes, we handle accommodation bookings directly for all guests.
Good to Know
Safety information:
Emergency oxygen carried on all dives; valid certification and dive/travel insurance required.
Other activities offered by the center:
Snorkeling, island hopping, and inland tours to the Romblon marble factories.
Opening days and annual closure:
Open year-round, no annual closure.
Google Reviews
Ciara Beades
★★★★★
This is a fantastic hotel on the most beautiful island. The rooms are huge and very comfortable. One thing to note, if you don’t get the private transfer, it is a long day with lots of changes to get to the island, and you will struggle to do this if you come from Manila on the same day. The staff are fantastic, they couldn’t be more helpful. The food is excellent too. I tried something new at each meal and there wasn’t one thing I regretted ordering! The diving here is focused on macro-photography as opposed to corals, but the guides will facilitate requests and there are some beautiful reefs. I didn’t do night diving, but it sounded incredible and full of life from the guests that did.
Rastko Koschka
★★★★★
Sunset Cove is designed with love of diving, perfect for anyone who is already initiated or someone new (like I was). My teacher, Charo, took great care to ensure I felt confident & safe in the water & with all my gear so we could enjoy our dives without a worry. She was also magnetic in relaying a love for the sea, her knowledge of marine life & its conservation. It worked-- in a convert! I feel I couldn't have made a better choice to complete my open water diving course anywhere else. Now I want to come back so I can do some of the deeper dives on the island & surrounds. Gorgeous place & people. Alad has incredible sites to see a variety of unique nudibranchs & so, so many tropical fish & coral in a near pristine environment. Even good for snorkelling only! Please note, I was able to sleep elsewhere & take part in the diving. This review just reflects that aspect of the resort's offerings.
Brent Wagner
★★★★★
We spent 6 heavenly days at Sunset Cove Resort: diving, relaxing by the pool, and eating Chris’ delicious food! (I’m already missing those pancakes!! 🥞😋) The rooms are clean, large, and very comfortable, and the A/C cools things down quickly. Joyce was very helpful in arranging a boat to pick us up when our ferry arrived in Romblon early in the morning. All of the staff are so friendly and welcoming, like staying with friends. As for the diving, we’re not macro enthusiasts so instead we visited the excellent dive sites at Cobrador Island and the Blue Hole. Thank you Joyce & Chris for making our stay such a memorable one! ❤️
Thomas K
★★★★★
We spent 13 nights at Sunset Cove Beach & Dive Resort and couldn’t have been happier. The small, peaceful resort is beautifully maintained, right on the beach with a lovely pool and garden area. Our room was spacious and well-equipped, with a small but functional bathroom, and the food was delicious with options for vegetarians. The dive center, Romblon Fun Divers, is outstanding—well organized, with expert guides who know how to spot rare critters and provide excellent photography tips. Daily planning, clear briefings, and attentive service made every dive enjoyable and stress-free. For anyone seeking a relaxed resort with friendly staff and incredible macro/muck diving, this place is a true gem. We can’t wait to return!
Selma Lai
★★★★★
I had an excellent stay at Sunset Cove Beach & Dive Resort. From check-in to checkout the hotel staff were friendly, attentive, and went out of their way to make our visit comfortable. The food was consistently delicious and the kitchen happily accommodated personal requests — everything felt freshly prepared and thoughtfully presented. The resort atmosphere is quiet and cozy, perfect for relaxing after a day in the water or exploring nearby sights. The diving team was professional, safety-focused, and knowledgeable; they made dives enjoyable for both beginners and experienced divers. Overall a superb combination of great service, tasty food, and top-notch diving — I’ll definitely be back and would recommend Sunset Cove to anyone looking for a peaceful beachside getaway.