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title: "The U Pension, Dumaguete: reviews, location & comparison"
description: "The U Pension in Dumaguete: rated 8.5 by guests, 1.5-star. Amenities, location and nearby alternatives compared side by side."
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retrieved: 2026-10-15
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Hostel · ★★
# The U Pension

Poblacion 3, Dumaguete, Philippines

8.5 ·  Very good 2,058 reviews ·  #99 #99 of 131 in Dumaguete ·  6.0 Location score
## About The U Pension

The U Pension is a hostel in Poblacion 3, Dumaguete, Philippines. It holds a 1.5-star rating. Guests rate it 8.5 out of 10 across 2,058 reviews. Facilities include free wi-fi. It is 1.1 km from the centre of Dumaguete. The nearest airport, Sibulan Airport (DGT), is 2.7 km away.

- **Type:** Hostel

- **Star rating:** ★★

- **Check-in from:** 14:30

- **Check-out until:** 12:00

- **Rooms:** 16

- **Floors:** 4

- **Opened:** 2012

- **Other stays within 500 m:** 26

Silliman Avenue

## How The U Pension scores

Better rated than 19% of hotels in Dumaguete

-   Guest rating **8.5**
-   Location **6.0**
-   Beach access **2.7**

Dumaguete average

## Amenities

### Pool & wellness

-   Massage

### Internet

-   Free Wi-Fi

### Parking & transport

-   Parking

### Services

-   Luggage storage

### In the rooms

-   Air conditioning

Based on the property listing at our booking partner.

## Location

- **Location score:** **6.0**/10

- **Walk grade:** **77**/100 Good for walkers

- **Restaurants & cafés within 500 m:** **133**

- **Sights within 1 km:** **2**

<table class="dist" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tbody data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest beach<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Silliman Beach</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">2.2 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">5 min drive</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest airport<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Sibulan Airport (DGT)</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">2.7 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">6 min drive</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Distance to the centre<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Dumaguete</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">1.1 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">18 min walk</span></td></tr></tbody></table>

### Sights nearby

-   Silliman University Anthropology Museum140 m
-   National Museum of the Philippines580 m
-   Zoo Paradise World Zamboanguita2.0 km

## The U Pension: in detail

Experience an abundance of unparalleled facilities and features at The U Pension. Maintain seamless communication using the complimentary Wi-Fi at hostel. Guests can avail parking facilities at the hostel. Reception assistance is offered at the hostel featuring luggage storage. During leisurely days and evenings, on-site amenities such as daily housekeeping enable you to fully enjoy your accommodation. For visitors wishing to smoke, designated smoking zones can be found. At The U Pension, every guestroom is provided with convenient amenities and fittings to ensure a comfortable stay. Elevate your experience at hostel with the knowledge that certain rooms are equipped with air conditioning, ensuring a more pleasant stay for you. Certain rooms offer in-room amusement features such as the cable TV for your enjoyment. Essential restroom facilities are equally significant, and at the hostel, some visitor bathrooms offer toiletries to enhance your experience. During your stay at hostel, an array of engaging activities and amenities guarantees a delightful experience. Conclude your holiday experience perfectly by visiting massage before you depart.

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## Questions about The U Pension

### How do guests rate The U Pension?

The U Pension has a guest rating of 8.5 out of 10 from 2,058 reviews, which is better than 19% of rated hotels in Dumaguete.

### What are the check-in and check-out times at The U Pension?

Check-in starts at 14:30 and check-out is until 12:00.

### Is there parking at The U Pension?

Yes, parking is available; charges may apply.

### How far is The U Pension from the airport?

The nearest airport, Sibulan Airport (DGT), is 2.7 km away in a straight line.

### Is The U Pension close to the beach?

The nearest beach is 2.2 km from the hotel.

### How many rooms does The U Pension have?

The U Pension has 16 rooms on 4 floors.

Updated 6 Oct 2026. Data: Agoda, Overture Maps, OpenStreetMap, OurAirports and hotels' own websites. We may earn a commission from partner links; it never changes the comparison. [How we score](https://stayversus.com/en/about/)

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