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 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.

Quinawitnan

While Quinawitnan isn't home to many top sights, SM Lanang Premier and General Moncado White House are some notable places to visit nearby.

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.

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 RM598 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
RM598
RM706 total
4 Oct - 5 Oct
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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (106 reviews)
"The beach was great, it’s clean and clear but pass the barrier is a lot of trash as it faces he city. My biggest disappointment was a member of the staff helping us with the Jetski was wearing a “Trump 2020” political hat while on duty. At a luxury place, where guests are paying a premium and expecting ..."

Reviewed on 4 Sept 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 RM1,274 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
RM1,274
RM1,554 total
21 Sept - 22 Sept
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 RM133 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
RM133
RM146 total
21 Sept - 22 Sept
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
Lydia's House Kaputian Samal

Lydia's House Kaputian Samal

2 out of 5
Samal Davao Region
Stay at this apartment in Samal. Enjoy free parking. Popular attractions Santa Cruz Wharf and Isla Reta Beach are located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (4 reviews)
"Love everythimg about it. Beyond expectation."

Reviewed on 26 Jul 2026

Lydia's House Kaputian Samal
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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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