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Discovery Samal

Property class: 4

Photo gallery for Discovery Samal

An aerial view of a resort with a central swimming pool, multiple guest villas, and a beach with palm trees.
A beachside lounge area with sun loungers, umbrellas, and palm trees.
A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a coffee table, wicker chairs, and a wall-mounted shelf with decorative items.
A pool with a view of the beach and palm trees.
A buffet setup with various food containers and a modern interior design.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
The current price is AU$466
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov

Explore the area

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Limao, Island Garden City of Samal, Samal, Davao del Norte, 8119
  • Place, General Moncado White House
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, SM Lanang Premier
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, SM City Davao
    ‪33 min drive‬
  • Airport, Davao (DVO-Francisco Bangoy Intl.)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Junior Suite

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a remote control, and a view of greenery outside.

Junior Suite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)
  • Partial sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Samal Suite

A modern hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a coffee table, and a large mirror.

Samal Suite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Samal

At Discovery Samal you'll be 1.8 km (1.1 mi) from BlueJaz Water Park and 1.9 km (1.2 mi) from General Moncado White House. Highlights at this resort include 3 restaurants, 3 outdoor swimming pools and a full-service spa. .A day of pampering can include hot stone massages, Swedish massages and body wraps. With 2 lounge bars to choose from, you can enjoy a drink at the resort. Plus you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a conference centre and laundry facilities. Each morning free buffet breakfast is offered between 6:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of a free airport shuttle. .With a stay at this 4-property class Samal resort, you'll be 3.8 km (2.3 mi) from Davao Museum and 3.8 km (2.4 mi) from Casino Filipino.
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What's nearby

  • General Moncado White House - 6 min drive - 3.4 km
  • SM Lanang Premier - 15 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Abreeza Mall - 22 min drive - 8.5 km
  • Davao City Hall - 27 min drive - 11.1 km
  • SM City Davao - 33 min drive - 16.7 km

Getting around

  • Davao (DVO-Francisco Bangoy Intl.) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪Robata - ‬30 min drive
  • ‪Garden Bay Resort & Restaurant - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪Dencio's Kamayan - ‬28 min drive

About this property

Discovery Samal

Discovery Samal offers its guests 3 outdoor swimming pools. There are 3 restaurants on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

There are 5 meeting rooms available. Discovery Samal also features concierge services, laundry facilities, and dry cleaning/laundry services. A roundtrip airport shuttle is free (available 24 hours). Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Samal resort.

  • 153 guestrooms or units
  • 3 dining venues
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Conference rooms
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Conference centre
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Locker space
Discovery Samal offers 153 accommodations with minibars and a safe. 55-inch Smart televisions come with cable channels and pay-per-view films.

Bathrooms include a shower, bathrobes, slippers and bidets. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps). Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis. Amenities available on request include in-room massages.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the resort's full-service spa. Services include hot stone massages, Swedish massages, facials and body wraps. The spa is open daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour free return airport shuttle
  • Free secured self parking on site
  • Limited number of on-site self parking spaces per unit

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 3 restaurants

Things to do

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Full-service spa
  • Kayaking
  • Paddleboard

Family friendly

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • 5 meeting rooms
  • Conference centre

Full-service spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • In-room massages
  • Spa open daily
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • Lift

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch smart TV with cable channels
  • Pay films

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • JCB International
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: PHP 3500 per accommodation, per day
  • Christmas Eve (24 December) Gala Dinner per adult: PHP 4000
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per adult: PHP 7000
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per child: PHP 3500 (from 8 to 11 years old)

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, debit cards and cash.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for spa treatments. For reservations, contact the resort before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Discovery Samal Samal
Discovery Samal Resort
Discovery Samal Resort Samal

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Discovery Samal?

Discovery Samal offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Discovery Samal?

As of 24 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Discovery Samal on 4 Nov 2026 start from AU$466, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Discovery Samal?

Yep, Discovery Samal has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited (max 10 spaces per unit).

Are there any beaches close to Discovery Samal?

The closest beach to Discovery Samal is Isla Reta Beach (18.5 km).

Is there a spa on site at Discovery Samal?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at Discovery Samal. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body wraps, body scrubs and facials, as well as Swedish massages.

Does Discovery Samal have a pool?

Discovery Samal has 3 outdoor swimming pools.

What luxury perks are available at Discovery Samal?

Discovery Samal features 3 outdoor pools, a full-service spa and 3 restaurants.

What makes Discovery Samal a romantic place to stay?

24-hour room service, plus massage services available in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Discovery Samal.

Does Discovery Samal serve breakfast?

Yep, complimentary buffet brekkie is available daily between 6:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Discovery Samal?

Yep, there's a free airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Discovery Samal?

Yep, Discovery Samal has 3 restaurants.

What time are check-in & check-out at Discovery Samal?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Discovery Samal?

No, pets are not allowed.

Discovery Samal Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 84 out of 114 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 114 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 114 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 114 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 114 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The views is amazing the staff are very friendly and accommodating I would definitely come Back next time .
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great food, services and clean room.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A wonderful place, great architecture, relaxing, beautiful and great service!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely beauties property and excellent service! We will be back
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
From the welcome center to the boat transfer to the food to the friendliness of the staff (especially Lucky) to the performances to the cleanliness of the property and to the comfortability of the room, the entire stay was absolutely amazing! The property is well maintained, and they are constantly cleaning and upgrading the grounds. I highly recommend it to couples and even to families as they have activities for all ages. The food in the restaurants is a bit higher priced than expected, but aside from that everything else was spectacular!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We celebrated our anniversary there and the staff went above and beyond to make us feel special.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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 and canned peaches) and no longanisa or toscino at breakfast. We’d come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was great! highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and great staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean, great staff, good food.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My family and I loved this resort and used almost all of their activities. The location, food, and service quality makes it a 10/10. Many activities to choose from, we did the banana boat, jet ski, pools and photo shoot with the clear canoe. It was a standalone Boracay! The staff is awesome, aside from taking your orders, they point out things to do to make your stay more enjoyable, where to take instagramable pics, offer breads to feed fish so they gather around you. They go above and beyond! We’ll definitely go back.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A wonderful resort and the staff was 2nd to none.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The local food and friendly staff, epecially the OJT trainees
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the nicest resorts I have ever stayed at we will be coming back simply amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice hotel Great location with beautiful views. Friendly staff and nice rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Awesome place! The staff and crew of Discovery Samal were amazing. The food they served delicious.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

everything was great🙌
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place is beautiful and the staff is amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Amenities
This resort is awesome and would highly recommend to anyone, I definitely will be returning.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The transfer was very easy and convenient
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent in all amenities, service and location. I will highlt recommend this resort to my friends.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
The resort was clean, and the views were beautiful. However, one major disappointment was that guests are not allowed to swim at the beach after 6:00 PM. Since the weather during the day can be extremely hot, many people would prefer to enjoy the beach later in the evening when it’s cooler. The biggest letdown, though, was the food. During our two-night stay, we didn’t have a single meal that we truly enjoyed. The food was significantly overpriced, which I wouldn’t have minded if the quality had matched the price—but unfortunately, it didn’t. We even tried the resort’s fine dining restaurant, expecting a much better experience, but it was just as disappointing as the other restaurants on the property. If there’s one area the resort should prioritize improving, it’s the dining experience. Great food is an important part of any vacation, and unfortunately, it fell far short of expectations during our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Top notch experience. Ching, Steph and the rest of the staff were very helpful with our needs all throughout our stay. The resort was well maintained. Gym and spa was great. We dined to all 3 restaurants and enjoyed the different options offered. Highly recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spacious rooms and the Olympic size pool
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was fantastic. The property is gorgeous. Food was excellent. Absolutely amazing, memorable stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025