Complaints include visiting athletes sleeping on floors and event venues still under construction.
They may not be as popular as the Olympics or the FIFA World Cup, but the Southeast Asian Games (SEA Games) are a big deal in this region.
They're seen as a way of showcasing the aspirations and vision of the host country as well as preparing athletes for bigger global competitions.
But it appears things are not going well for this year's host, the Philippines.
The build-up to their hosting of the 30th SEA Games this weekend has been mired in controversy, over allegations of spending irregularities, unfinished venues and poor treatment of athletes.
Social media has been abuzz with images of visiting athletes sleeping on the floor or on airport benches because of logistical errors. The hashtag #SEAGamesFail began trending.
