Hotel Discovery Samal, Samal (Davao del Norte), Philippines

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Discovery Samal - Samal (Davao del Norte)

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Overview

Featuring Wi-Fi throughout the property, Discovery Samal hotel is a 15-minute ride from the Roxas Avenue Night Market. This resort has an outdoor swimming pool as well as currency exchange and a lift.

Location

The luxury hotel is located in a restaurant area of Samal, 2.1 km from the Coral Reef Resort. The Discovery Samal also gives access to the General Moncado White House, which is a 25-minute walk away.

For those travelling from afar, Davao airport is 35 minutes' drive away.

Rooms

This property offers rooms with a balcony featuring an iron and an air conditioner, along with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. They are furnished with sound-proofed windows, and also come with a mini fridge bar, coffee and tea making equipment. Bathrooms are fitted with a bidet, a separate toilet, and a shower as well as a hair dryer and bath sheets.

Eat & Drink

The Asian Morning Catch restaurant specialises in Asian dishes. Discovery Samal hotel invites guests to the lounge bar to relax with a drink.

Leisure & Business

There is private access to a private beach with beach towels. Guests may also sigh up for guided snorkelling trips. A full-service spa and a wellness centre will surely help you switch off.

Good to know

Check-in/Check-out

from 15:00-23:59

from 11:00-12:00

Amenities

Wireless internet is available in for free.

Other information

Breakfast

The hotel Discovery Samal serves a full breakfast for free.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Building

Number of rooms:62

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Rooms and availability

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Junior Suite

Max:

2 persons
Bed options:

2 Single beds1 King-size bed

Pool view
Shower
Bathtub

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Suite

Max:

2 persons
Bed options:

1 King-size bed2 Single beds

Sea view
Shower
Bathtub

room details +

Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi

Free parking

24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Babysitting

Swimming pool

Rooftop pool

Infinity pool

Air conditioning

Facilities for kids

Game room

Children's play area

Children's pool

Kids club

Private beach

Beach access

Private beach

Sun loungers

Beach umbrellas

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre
Snorkelling
Billiard tables
Darts
Sports trainer

Services

Free airport shuttle
Room service
Housekeeping
Laundry
Tours/Ticket assistance
Welcome drink
Happy hour

Dining

Restaurant
Poolside snack bar
Snack bar
Special diet menus

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities

Children

Cots
Children's buffet
Children's pool
Children's play area
Kids club
Game room

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Infinity pool
Rooftop pool
Beach access
Beach umbrellas
Sun loungers
Karaoke
Spa & wellness centre
Full body massage
Pool with view

Room view

Sea view
Pool view

Room features

Air conditioning
Mini-bar
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

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Essential information about Discovery Samal

💵 Lowest room price	339 C$
📏 Distance to centre	5.6 km
✈️ Distance to airport	8.5 km
🧳 Nearest airport	Francisco Bangoy International, DVO

Location

Address

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Island Garden City Of Samal, Davao Del Norte, Samal (Davao del Norte), Philippines, 8119

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Island Garden City Of Samal, Davao Del Norte, Samal (Davao del Norte), Philippines, 8119

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Reviews of Discovery Samal

8.9 /10

Great

322 reviews

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Tom

United States

left 1 review

Wrote a review on 07 Dec

Great

Recommends the hotel

Location9.0

Rooms8.0

Service6.0

Dining7.0

8.0

infinity pools

limited food options

A birthday surprise to remember

The tranquility of the resort was only matched by the fine infinity pools. Celebrating a birthday here was extra special, and the cart service was a delight.

We encountered challenges with the limited food options and a misunderstanding regarding amenities for our third guest, which led to some confusion throughout our stay.

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Date of stay: October 20243 nightsFamily with childrenJunior Suite
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William

United States

Wrote a review on 05 Dec

Very good

7.2

Location: the hotel was really close to harbor and a beach. It also was in the middle of jackson. Liked our suite. A shower, hair dryers, and a bidet were very handy.

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Date of stay: December 2023
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Jim

United States

Wrote a review on 05 Dec

Great

8.0

Staff were courteous.

We got a room with a bath.

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Date of stay: May 2023
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Carl

United States

left 11 reviews

Wrote a review on 24 Oct

Perfect

Recommends the hotel

Location9.0

Rooms10.0

Service10.0

Dining9.0

10

modern suite

friendly staff

Quick review for busy people

If you seek a serene escape paired with really good service, this resort is a gem. The Junior Suite is modern and inviting, and the staff's warm hospitality enhances your stay. Indulge in the delicious dining options and unwind by the pristine pool. A wonderful getaway awaits!

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Date of stay: October 20242 nightsCoupleJunior Suite
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Ernie

United States

Wrote a review on 21 Oct

Very good

7.0

Staff always amicable and outstandingly accommodating.

plenty of great options for meal.

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Date of stay: September 2023
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Carl

United States

left 13 reviews

Wrote a review on 28 Aug

Great

Recommends the hotel

Location8.0

Rooms9.0

Service9.0

Dining7.0

8.0

friendly staff

great service

Families seeking a nice getaway would enjoy this place

The service at this place was really good, everyone we interacted with was friendly and genuinely cared about making our stay pleasant. One guy, Mark, who worked at the bar, made sure we got everything we needed promptly and with a smile.

It wasn't exactly inexpensive, but overall it was still acceptable given the experience.

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Date of stay: August 20242 nightsFamily with childrenJunior Suite
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Richard

United States

left 17 reviews

Wrote a review on 22 Aug

Perfect

Recommends the hotel

Location10.0

Rooms9.0

Service10.0

Dining8.0

9.0

amazing staff

fine beachfront

signage issues

Amazing staff and fine beachfront. Signage issues made navigating a bit tricky.

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Date of stay: June 20242 nightsFamily with childrenJunior Suite
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Anna

United States

left 16 reviews

Wrote a review on 16 Aug

Great

Recommends the hotel

Location9.0

Rooms9.0

Service8.0

Dining8.0

8.0

elegant design

spacious layout

accessible navigation

signage issues

navigation challenges

The elegant design of Discovery Samal is amazing. The spacious layout and accessibility features.

More clear signage would enhance navigation for seniors.

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Date of stay: June 20243 nightsCoupleJunior Suite
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Maurice

United States

left 1 review

Wrote a review on 26 Jul

Perfect

Recommends the hotel

Location10.0

Rooms10.0

Service10.0

Dining10.0

10

friendly staff

spacious room

delicious breakfast

The service was great, and the staff were friendly and accommodating. Our Junior Suite was spacious and beautifully designed. The buffet breakfast had an excellent variety of delicious dishes. The beach and pool areas were pristine and well-maintained. An excellent experience 🌴

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Date of stay: June 20242 nightsFamily with childrenJunior Suite
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Adam

United States

left 2 reviews

Wrote a review on 25 Jul

Perfect

Recommends the hotel

Location8.0

Rooms9.0

Service10.0

Dining9.0

9.0

spacious suite

friendly staff

fine pool

signage issues

wait times

The Junior Suite was spacious with a comfy seating area, and the bathroom felt luxurious with great water pressure. The staff were friendly. The pool area was fine, and we loved relaxing by it every day.

Some areas could use better signage.

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Date of stay: June 20242 nightsCoupleJunior Suite
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Andrew

United States

left 2 reviews

Wrote a review on 24 Jul

Perfect

Recommends the hotel

Location8.0

Rooms9.0

Service10.0

Dining9.0

9.0

spacious suite

friendly staff

signage issues

navigation problems

Amazing Stay with Friendly Staff

The staff were friendly. The buffet breakfast was excellent, with a fantastic variety of delicious dishes each morning. While the overall experience was great, better signage around the hotel would enhance navigation.

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Date of stay: June 20242 nightsCoupleJunior Suite
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Jeffrey

United States

left 5 reviews

Wrote a review on 23 Jul

Perfect

Recommends the hotel

Location10.0

Rooms10.0

Service10.0

Dining10.0

10

private beach

rooftop pool

amazing views

can recommend for taking strolls

Fine resort, fine beach, the private beach access allowed us to unwind completely while enjoying the amazing views and the pristine sand, complemented by the rooftop pool that provided a perfect retreat after our daytime adventures.

Perfect experience without adding further information.

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Date of stay: June 20242 nightsFamily with childrenJunior Suite
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Robert

United States

left 1 review

Wrote a review on 08 Jul

Perfect

Recommends the hotel

Location9.0

Rooms9.0

Service8.0

Dining7.0

9.0

spacious room

fine views

beautiful beach

A Relaxing Getaway Despite Minor Hiccups

The room was spacious with fine views, perfect for couples. Although transportation was occasionally delayed, the staff remained friendly. Don't miss the beautiful beach during sunset! Pro tip, Allow extra time when heading to the drop-off station.

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Date of stay: May 20242 nightsCoupleJunior Suite
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Ashley

United States

left 6 reviews

Wrote a review on 02 May

Perfect

Recommends the hotel

Location8.0

Rooms10.0

Service9.0

Dining9.0

9.0

delicious breakfast

spacious room

slow meal service

We had an amazing family stay! The buffet breakfast was delicious and offered so many options. The spacious Junior Suite was perfect for my dad in a wheelchair. The only hiccup was that our special meal requests took longer than expected. Would absolutely return for another stay!

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Date of stay: March 20242 nightsFamily with childrenJunior Suite
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Lauren

United States

Wrote a review on 17 Jan

Perfect

9.2

Folks here are friendly and always ready to help out with a smile! 😊

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Date of stay: August 2023

FAQ about Discovery Samal

What are the top attractions to visit while staying at Discovery Samal?

Staying at Discovery Samal, you will be within a 15-minute drive of Roxas Avenue Night Market and 2.1 km from Coral Reef Resort. If you are willing to explore even more landmarks in Samal, consider checking out General Moncado White House set 2 km away.

Which airport is the closest to the Discovery Samal?

The closest airport to the Discovery Samal is Francisco Bangoy International airport (10 km) and it is reachable with a 35-minute drive.

Does Discovery Samal hotel provide an airport shuttle?

Bus shuttle is one of the services offered by Discovery Samal hotel. Please inform the hotel staff about your estimated arrival time.

Is there a parking at the Discovery Samal hotel?

Guests of the Discovery Samal hotel can take advantage of a car park.

Can I have breakfast at the Samal resort?

Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily in the restaurant of the Samal resort.

What time is check-in and check-out at the Samal hotel?

Guests of the Samal hotel can check in from 15:00 to 23:59 and check out from 11:00.

How much does it cost to stay at Discovery Samal?

The price for a room in Discovery Samal starts at $267.