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Grand Luley Manado
Bunaken island
Grand Luley Manado offers spacious accommodations with scenic views, ideal for both divers and leisure travelers. Located across from Bunaken Island, the resort features an outdoor pool, a spa center, and a diving center that caters to all levels. Each room is equipped with modern amenities, including air conditioning and a minibar. Guests can enjoy a romantic dining experience at a private jetty, in addition to local and international cuisine at on-site restaurants. The relaxing Seho Lounge and Barame Cafe provide refreshments, including afternoon tea and sunset cocktails. Grand Luley is conveniently situated about 35 minutes from the city center and 45 minutes from the airport.
What’s good
- Proximity to Bunaken Island
- Varied and good quality breakfast
- Beautiful and spacious hotel grounds
- Friendly and helpful staff
- Tranquil setting with great views
Worth knowing
- Need for better maintenance
- Rooms somewhat aged and tired
- Overpriced and poor quality restaurant food
- Inconsistent cleanliness in rooms
- Limited options for dining outside the hotel
What to expect
Highlights around Bunaken
5 – 40 mLekuan I, II & III
The classic walls off the south coast. Drift south to north on a rising tide.
8 – 35 mMandolin
Schools of bumphead parrotfish at dawn — the loudest reef in Sulawesi.
10 – 30 mFukui
A sloping garden of giant clams. Macro-light territory.
6 – 38 mSachiko's Point
Hammerhead sightings in shoulder season. Current can be strong.
5 – 35 mSiladen Wall
Calmer cousin to Lekuan. A first dive on day one.
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