About Santa Monica

Santa Monica is a vibrant but laid-back residential neighbourhood located around 4km from the centre of Puerto Princesa. The area is close to essential services and schools and is home to the city’s administrative centre at Puerto Princesa City Hall, as well as the Balayong People’s Park, a seven hectare green space that hosts many of the city’s community events.

There are two university campuses, Palawan State University and Western Philippines University, as well as the Puerto Princesa School of Arts and Trades, and it is a popular residential district for students.

Santa Monica’s infrastructure is benefitting from a programme of improvement and is undergoing rapid economic development, while still retaining its peaceful community atmosphere.