Samal Travel Guide

Tourist 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 Linosutan White Sand Beach.

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 ₹14,949 per night from 25 Sept to 26 Sept
₹14,949
₹17,640 total
25 Sept - 26 Sept
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 ₹26,989 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
₹26,989
₹33,514 total
20 Sept - 21 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
Manawari Beach Resort

Manawari Beach Resort

3 out of 5
Kinawitnon Samal Davao Region
The price is ₹4,534 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
₹4,534
₹5,037 total
13 Sept - 14 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this B&B in Samal. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions BlueJaz Water Park and Vanishing Island are located ...
6.8/10 (15 reviews)
"amazing staff."

Reviewed on 31 Jul 2026

Manawari Beach Resort
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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! (9 reviews)
"Very nice place"

Reviewed on 26 Jul 2026

Eagle's Nest Beach Resort- Samal Island
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.
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
"so beautiful"

Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026

Floating Home in Reef Resort 3
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.
6.8/10 (3 reviews)
"The place was good, the staff are very nice. The big problem they have one ac, but its not working and it like this in every units. Personaly I didn't like the experience as is always the impression to be on a boat."

Reviewed on 10 Sept 2026

Floating Home in Reef Resort Unit 14
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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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Cities near Samal

A tropical beach with clear turquoise waters, dense green vegetation, and scattered buildings.

Davao