Samal

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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 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

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

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

While Quinawitnan isn't home to many top sights, Damosa Gateway and SM Lanang Premier are some notable places to visit nearby.

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.

Discovery Samal

Discovery Samal

4 out of 5
Limao, Island Garden City of Samal Samal Davao del Norte
The price is S$300 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
S$300
3 Nov - 4 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa resort in Samal. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (108 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 2 Oct, 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 S$488 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
S$488
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Samal. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Hagimit Falls and Santa Cruz Wharf are located ...
Pearl Farm Beach Resort
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
The price is S$46 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
S$46
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach apartment in Samal. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Monfort Bat Sanctuary and Vanishing Island are ...
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 20 Sept, 2026

Eagle's Nest Beach Resort- 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.
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
Stay at this beach apartment in Samal. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Monfort Bat Sanctuary and Vanishing Island are ...
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 20 Sept, 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 Wi-Fi. 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 17 Sept, 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 Wi-Fi 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 holiday is part of your travel plans, Isla Reta Beach might be the perfect place to visit 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

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