Malapascua Island

Travel Guide
Bounty Beach showing a beach
Stay at a welcoming beach resort, relax on bays of pristine white sand, enjoy superb scuba diving and embark on scenic coastal walks on this breathtaking island.

With world-renowned scuba diving and snorkeling, lazy beaches and unspoiled tropical scenery, Malapascua Island is every bit the idyllic island retreat. Malapascua Island is one of the many islets that make up the Cebu Island province. It’s just 1.9-miles (3-kilometers) long and about 0.6-miles (1-kilometer) wide. All but flattened by a typhoon in 2013, much of the island’s resorts have since been rebuilt and the alluring charm is back to its best.

The island’s tourist hub and main entry point is the southerly barangay (village) of Logon. Here you will find a range of amenities such as bars, hotels, scooter rentals, restaurants and tour operators. Soak up the sun, find shade beneath a coconut tree and cool off in the crystal-clear water at Bounty Beach and Logon Beach. Spot crabs, fish and sea urchins, among other marine life, with the naked eye or rent snorkeling gear and explore further.

Arrange scuba-diving and snorkeling excursions with the tour operators and outrigger boats, which line the beaches’ shores. Marvel at the vivid colors of untouched coral gardens and schools of exotic fish. Popular dive spots include Gato Island, Kemod Shoal and Lapus Lapus Island. Don’t miss the chance to swim alongside thresher sharks and manta rays at Monad Shoal.

Set out on foot and discover the secluded bays and beaches in the island’s northern section. Escape the crowds at Bantigue Cove and Guimbitayan Beach. Walk to the hilltop Malapascua Lighthouse, which affords impressive coastal views.

After a busy day of activities, return to the comfort of a waterfront resort hotel. Pamper yourself with spa treatments and take a nap in a hammock on your private terrace. Dine on everything from fresh seafood to Italian fare and traditional Filipino dishes.

Reach Malapascua Island by catching a ferry from Maya, located at the northern tip of Cebu Island. January to April is peak season, when hotel and excursion prices can be higher. Typhoons are possible between May and December yet this period offers some of the best diving conditions.

Slam's Garden Dive Resort
Slam's Garden Dive Resort
3 out of 5
Malapascua Island, Daanbantayan, Cebu
The price is RM108 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
RM108
per night
1 Apr - 2 Apr
Stay at this 3-star beach resort in Daanbantayan. Enjoy a beach locale, room service, and in-room massages. Popular attractions Daanbantayan Ferry Port and Logon ...
8/10 Very Good! (140 reviews)
"Love it"

Reviewed on 2 Mar 2024

Slam's Garden Dive Resort
Little Mermaid Dive Resort
Little Mermaid Dive Resort
3 out of 5
Barangay Logon, Malapascua Island, Daanbantayan, Cebu
The price is RM175 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
RM175
per night
1 Apr - 2 Apr
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Daanbantayan. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Logon Church and Daanbantayan Ferry ...
7.6/10 Good! (64 reviews)
"its alright, be careful with *fan* rooms. it doesnt have air condition. breakfast was terrible. plain toast and egg thats it."

Reviewed on 22 Jul 2019

Little Mermaid Dive Resort
Malapascua Exotic Island Dive and Beach Resort
Malapascua Exotic Island Dive and Beach Resort
3 out of 5
Sitio Pasil, Logon, Daanbantayan, Cebu
The price is RM435 per night from 31 Mar to 1 Apr
RM435
per night
31 Mar - 1 Apr
Stay at this 3-star beach resort in Daanbantayan. Enjoy free breakfast, a beach locale, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Bounty Beach and Logon Church ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (104 reviews)
Fantastic Stay
"Exotic Beach Resort remains to be a fantastic hotel even after my first visit 7 years ago. Food is of great quality, service is fantastic and the rooms are quite spacious."

Reviewed on 6 Nov 2023

Malapascua Exotic Island Dive and 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.
Quest Villa
Quest Villa
3.5 out of 5
Barangay Tawala, Panglao, Bohol
Stay at this 3.5-star villa in Panglao. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (81 reviews)
"The property is perfect for us except that we had an experience of not having water the next day we woke up. I would have rated this place excellent if not for that reason. the staff and service was excellent. Cannot complain anything else. Will reconsider staying on this place again on my next ..."

Reviewed on 22 Mar 2024

Quest Villa
Citadines Cebu City
Citadines Cebu City
4 out of 5
Baseline Center Juana Osmena Street, Cebu
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Cebu. Enjoy breakfast, a children's pool, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (265 reviews)
"Room was nice, had 1 bedroom apartment, though it was compact, had everything we needed, including washing machine, but if no washing machine in your room, there is laundry by pool. Limited number of beds at pool. Breakfast was best we've had whilst travelling in Philippines, amazing choice and ..."

Reviewed on 24 Mar 2024

Citadines Cebu City
88th Avenue
88th Avenue
3.5 out of 5
Gov. M. Cuenco Ave, Cebu, Central Visayas
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Cebu. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour fitness center. Popular attractions Ayala Malls Central Bloc and Cebu ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (47 reviews)
"This is a great hotel and I stay here everytime I come to Cebu. Great rooms, Great staff, Great location"

Reviewed on 28 Mar 2024

88th Avenue
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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