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
Learn more about Samal
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, Damosa Gateway and SM Lanang Premier 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 ₹20,126 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
₹20,126
₹23,749 total
4 Aug - 5 Aug
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! (100 reviews)
"Overall a great experience! We were only there for 2 nights but it was probably enough because food and drinks are pretty pricey there. Glad breakfast was included. Staff is very friendly. Just a few odd things to point out: no bananas, mangoes, or fruits native to the area (only watermelon, pineapple ..."

Reviewed on 11 Jul 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 ₹28,141 per night from 30 Jul to 31 Jul
₹28,141
₹34,871 total
30 Jul - 31 Jul
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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (253 reviews)
"Amazing food and very accomodating staff. Would go back for sure!"

Reviewed on 23 Jul 2026

Pearl Farm Beach Resort
Manawari Beach Resort

Manawari Beach Resort

3 out of 5
Kinawitnon Samal Davao Region
The price is ₹5,946 per night from 31 Jul to 1 Aug
₹5,946
₹6,592 total
31 Jul - 1 Aug
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 (14 reviews)
"Ok"

Reviewed on 5 Jul 2026

Manawari Beach Resort
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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! (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 6

Floating Home in Reef Resort Unit 6

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.
Floating Home in Reef Resort Unit 6
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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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Cities near Samal

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

Davao