Samal Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Where to stay in Samal

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Kaputian

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

Kaputian might not have many top sights, but Isla Reta Beach and Hagimit Falls are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Kaputian
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Quinawitnan

While Quinawitnan isn't home to many top sights, BlueJaz Water Park and Damosa Gateway are some notable places to visit nearby.

Quinawitnan
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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.

San Isidro
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Pangubatan

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Pangubatan and surrounding area, you can visit Isla Reta Beach and Santa Cruz Wharf.

Pangubatan
Discovery Samal

Discovery Samal

4.5 out of 5
Limao, Island Garden City of Samal, Samal, Davao del Norte
The price is NZ$518 per night from 26 Nov to 27 Nov
NZ$518
26 Nov - 27 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury resort in Samal. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (72 reviews)
everything was great🙌

Reviewed on 31 Oct 2025

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 NZ$573 per night from 19 Nov to 20 Nov
NZ$573
19 Nov - 20 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Samal. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Hagimit Falls and Santa Cruz Wharf are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (241 reviews)
We were treated like royalties! Love it here. This is our second time and never gets old. We will be back again for sure. Highly recommended. Amazing service. Top notch cleanliness and facilities are very nice. The best island resort in the Philippines!

Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025

Pearl Farm Beach Resort
Manawari Beach Resort

Manawari Beach Resort

3 out of 5
Kinawitnon, Babak, Samal, Davao Region
The price is NZ$145 per night from 20 Nov to 21 Nov
NZ$145
20 Nov - 21 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star B&B in Samal. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions BlueJaz Water Park and Vanishing Island are located ...
8/10 Very Good! (6 reviews)
Staff was very helpful and friendly and courteous.

Reviewed on 1 Nov 2025

Manawari Beach Resort
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.
Beach Penthouse

Beach Penthouse

2 out of 5
Island Samal, Davao Region
Stay at this apartment in Samal. Enjoy air conditioning. Popular attractions Santa Cruz Wharf and Isla Reta Beach are located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
The property was absolutely beautiful. Everything you need for cooking and entertaining. Nice view of Talikud island. Has steps that go down right into the ocean for swimming. Watched some sea turtles swim by from our balcony. It is close to the local culture. Some good resturants, street food and ...

Reviewed on 27 Jan 2025

Beach Penthouse
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
Floating Home in Reef Resort Unit 6

Floating Home in Reef Resort Unit 6

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.
Floating Home in Reef Resort Unit 6
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.

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Reviews of Samal

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4/5 - Good

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Its a beautiful place. The beach is so nice calm & crystal clear water

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