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La Vida Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel in Samal with free parking

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Exterior detail
Reception hall
Reception
Terrace/patio
Terrace/patio
Located in a vibrant neighborhood, La Vida Hostel offers an arcade/game room and garden where you can unwind. Explore the snack bar/deli or enjoy a meal at the restaurant, while staying connected with WiFi in public areas.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Room options

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Individually decorated, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Deluxe Twin Room

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Living room
Desk
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

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Individually decorated, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Family Room

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Living room
Desk
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Individually decorated, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Basic Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Living room
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Individually decorated, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Superior Quadruple Room

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Living room
Desk
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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Individually decorated, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Basic Shared Dormitory

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
2 bathrooms
Laptop workspace
  • 6 sq m
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds
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About the area

Samal is home to La Vida Hostel. BlueJaz Water Park and Maxima Aqua Fun are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Damosa Gateway and SM Lanang Premier. Crocodile Farm and Davao Butterfly House are also worth visiting.
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Barangay Catagman, Samal District, Samal, Davao del Sur, 8119

What's nearby

  • SM Lanang Premier - 18 min drive - 10.4 km
  • Abreeza Mall - 23 min drive - 12.9 km
  • Gaisano Mall - 24 min drive - 13.3 km
  • Davao City Hall - 29 min drive - 15.2 km
  • SM City Davao - 34 min drive - 18.2 km

Getting around

  • Davao (DVO-Francisco Bangoy Intl.) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪El Terible Burgers - Penaplata Igacos - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Robata - ‬34 min drive
  • ‪Jollibee - ‬37 min drive
  • ‪The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf - ‬34 min drive
  • ‪Yellow Cab Pizza Co. - ‬35 min drive

About this property

La Vida Hostel

Property highlights
Consider a stay at La Vida Hostel and take advantage of a garden, an arcade/games room and a restaurant. In addition to a snack bar/deli, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self-parking
  • A water dispenser, luggage storage and tour/ticket information
  • A vending machine
Room features
All guest rooms are individually decorated, and have comforts, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches, such as separate sitting areas and separate dining areas.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Separate sitting areas and separate dining areas
  • Daily housekeeping and desks

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Living room
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Separate dining area

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Laptop workspace
  • Living room
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
The entrance to the property is closed from 10 PM to 6 AM. Guests are not permitted to enter or leave the property during this time.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Cash deposit: PHP 200.0 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

La Vida Hostel Samal
La Vida Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
La Vida Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Samal

Frequently asked questions

Is La Vida Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at La Vida Hostel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at La Vida Hostel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at La Vida Hostel?

Checkout is at noon. Late checkout is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is La Vida Hostel located?

Situated in Samal, this hostel is 2.1 mi (3.3 km) from General Moncado White House and within 9 miles (15 km) of BlueJaz Water Park and Church of Christ. Maxima Aqua Fun and Davao Museum are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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La Vida Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

WITOLD

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Highly recommended

The stay was brief but their staff took care of me very well. The dinner I ordered was good and the complementary breakfast was a feast! Thank you La Vida!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Calvin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to the beach
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Teresita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Homey, friendly staff, nice garden. Owners are conversant.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like it here because the staff were friendly and accomodating, the guests were free to cook their meals.. I dont like because there is no cabite where the guests can hang their clothings and there was no slippers to be used by the guests inside the room
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Znarf

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in this Hostel for 5 nights ! The staff and the owner is very very nice . There's a kitchen in the hostel so you can cook whatever you want. You can even buy drinks snacks from outside and bring inside the Hostel !. There's lots of beautiful paintings painted by the Owner ! The lot is very spacious, quit and lots of plants perfect for relaxtion! Everytime we go out for a tour, we're always surprised everytime we get back to the hostel because the staff already cleaned our room while we're away having a tour ! I really like the owner sir Ninio, on our last day i ask the staff if i can extend till 6pm because our flight back home is 10:55pm, check out is 12nn and you can only extend till 3pm, so the staff ask the owner if i can extend till 6pm, guess what ? Sir Ninio the owner said it's fine and he will not charge me from 3pm to 6pm! . If you're looking for a place to stay in Samal ! This is the perfect place for you, budget friendly not expensive and you can cook whatever you want and the beach is just 2mins walk from the hostel . I will be coming back to this place again for sure !! . Thank you Sir Ninio and the Staff Lanny and others . 🙏
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Marilou

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Ruth

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Niclas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Schöne Lage, ruhig zum entspannen
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Affordable, fun and full of original artwork. We had issues with aircon and hot water. Bring your own electric fan. Nice breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

4/10 Poor

Christie

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Maria Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
it nice place!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dolores

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Troy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable stay beach close friendly staff and great breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Flemming

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice place for alone time

Nice place with very kind and helpfull staff, good simple breakfast, and got upgraded, Thank you for now La Vida.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ganesh Prabhu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is tidy, quiet, surrounded by greenery. Although its adjacent to the beach, the area is not for public. Rooms are functional with all basic amenities, includes a balcony/sitout also. No restaurants nearby but thats the case with most areas of Samal. The island itself is a relatively unexploited, less touristy, very green, lovely roads to ride/drive. Overall a good stay. They have shared kitchen in case you want to cook yourself. The host is very helpful for all needs.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nezza

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021