Samal

Travel Guide

An aerial view of a turquoise beach with a dense forest and scattered buildings.
A tranquil pool with a wooden deck and a gazebo by the water.
A beach with clear turquoise water, white sand, and lush green trees in the background.
A coastal area with a row of wooden houses surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.
A pier extending into turquoise waters with clear visibility to the seabed, a red-roofed structure, and a backdrop of trees and buildings.

Where to stay in Samal

Find the best Samal areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Samal
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A coastal area with a row of wooden houses surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.
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Kaputian

Though Kaputian might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Isla Reta Beach and Hagimit Falls.

San Isidro

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in San Isidro and surrounding area, you can visit Isla Reta Beach and Linosutan White Sand Beach.

Quinawitnan

When in Quinawitnan, you can plan a visit to SM Lanang Premier and Davao Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Pangubatan

Though Pangubatan might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Isla Reta Beach and Santa Cruz Wharf.

Discovery Samal

Discovery Samal

4 out of 5
Limao, Island Garden City of Samal Samal Davao del Norte
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P11,418 per night from Sep 2 to Sep 3
P11,418
P13,474 total
Sep 2 - Sep 3
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa resort in Samal. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (102 reviews)
"The restaurant has bigger portions..order wisely"

Reviewed on Aug 17, 2026

Discovery Samal
Pearl Farm Beach Resort

Pearl Farm Beach Resort

5 out of 5
Kaputian, Island Garden City of Samal Samal Davao del Norte
The price is P19,590 per night from Aug 18 to Aug 19
P19,590
P23,900 total
Aug 18 - Aug 19
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Samal. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Hagimit Falls and Santa Cruz Wharf are located ...
Pearl Farm Beach Resort
Manawari Beach Resort

Manawari Beach Resort

3 out of 5
Kinawitnon Samal Davao Region
The price is P4,139 per night from Aug 18 to Aug 19
P4,139
P4,553 total
Aug 18 - Aug 19
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this B&B in Samal. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions BlueJaz Water Park and Vanishing Island are located ...
6.8/10 (15 reviews)
"amazing staff."

Reviewed on Jul 31, 2026

Manawari Beach Resort
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Eagle's Nest Beach Resort- Samal Island

Eagle's Nest Beach Resort- Samal Island

3 out of 5
Purok 3, Barangay Balet, Babak Samal Samal Davao Region
Book a stay at this beach apartment in Samal. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Monfort Bat Sanctuary and Vanishing Island ...
9/10 Wonderful! (9 reviews)
"Very nice place"

Reviewed on Jul 26, 2026

Eagle's Nest Beach Resort- Samal Island
Floating Home in Reef Resort 3

Floating Home in Reef Resort 3

2 out of 5
Kaputian Island Samal Davao Region
Stay at this houseboat in Samal. Enjoy free WiFi and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Hagimit Falls and Santa Cruz Wharf are located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
"so beautiful"

Reviewed on Feb 19, 2026

Floating Home in Reef Resort 3
A Unique and Cozy Wholehouse in Babak Samal Island

A Unique and Cozy Wholehouse in Babak Samal Island

2 out of 5
Samal Davao Region
Stay at this vacation home in Samal. Enjoy free parking. Popular attractions Vanishing Island and Monfort Bat Sanctuary are located nearby.
A Unique and Cozy Wholehouse in Babak Samal Island
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Stay near popular Samal attractions

Isla Reta Beach

7.0/10 (7 reviews)
If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Isla Reta Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Samal. You'll find more to see and do in this relaxing area.
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A tropical beach with clear turquoise waters, dense green vegetation, and scattered buildings.

Davao