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 Hagimit Falls.

Quinawitnan

When in Quinawitnan, you can plan a visit to Damosa Gateway and SM Lanang Premier, 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
The price is P14,080 per night from Nov 3 to Nov 4
P14,080
P16,615 total
Nov 3 - Nov 4
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (109 reviews)
"Family friendly resort, very beautiful and meticulously maintained daily. The staff was thoughtful and kind, nothing was overlooked. We felt welcome and were recognized as regulars by day 2. Between the pool and the ocean I had no need to leave the property. Food was delicious and very reasonably ..."

Reviewed on Oct 2, 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 P19,199 per night from Oct 19 to Oct 20
P19,199
P23,422 total
Oct 19 - Oct 20
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 P4,319 per night from Oct 7 to Oct 8
P4,319
P4,751 total
Oct 7 - Oct 8
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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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.
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! (10 reviews)
"The staff were excellent even providing a laundry service for a nominal charge The rooms were well kept. Well stocked rice cookers water heaters for coffee or tea purified water to drink I thoroughly enjoyed it"

Reviewed on Sep 20, 2026

Eagle's Nest Beach Resort- Samal Island
Floating Home in Reef Resort Unit 14

Floating Home in Reef Resort Unit 14

2 out of 5
Sabang Cliff Kaputian, Samal Davao Region
Stay at this houseboat in Samal. Enjoy free WiFi. Popular attractions Hagimit Falls and Santa Cruz Wharf are located nearby.
7.6/10 Good! (4 reviews)
"I booked the Floating Home in Reef Resort because I wanted to try something completely different, and that's exactly what I got. Being out on the water makes it unlike a normal hotel stay. The biggest issue is communication about arrival. It wasn't made clear beforehand that you have to take a barge ..."

Reviewed on Sep 17, 2026

Floating Home in Reef Resort Unit 14
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.
Floating Home in Reef Resort 3
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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