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Waterfront Insular Hotel Davao

3.5 star property
Davao beach hotel with 2 restaurants, spa

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2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine
Beach
Standard Room | Garden view
Daily buffet breakfast (PHP 699 per person)
Garden
Waterfront Insular Hotel Davao offers an unforgettable getaway in Buhangin with a poolside bar, garden, and spa. Relax by the outdoor pool or children's pool, indulge in international cuisine at one of two on-site restaurants or grab a coffee from the cafe; then unwind with free WiFi and dry cleaning services - all while being assisted by helpful staff praised by previous guests.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Gym
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • 2 restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Fitness centre
  • Children's pool
  • Pool bar
  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Children's pool
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate sitting area
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
The current price is AU$295
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug

Room options

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Standard Room

Standard Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed OR 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room

Deluxe Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Deluxe Premium Room

Deluxe Premium Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Map
Lanang, Davao, 8000

What's nearby

  • Damosa Gateway - 4 min drive - 1.9 km
  • SM Lanang Premier - 5 min drive - 2.2 km
  • SMX Convention Center Davao - 6 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Abreeza Mall - 10 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Gaisano Mall - 12 min drive - 5.6 km

Getting around

  • Davao (DVO-Francisco Bangoy Intl.) - 11 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping centre shuttle (surcharge)
  • Theme park shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Jollibee - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Robata - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Madayaw Cafe - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Marina Tuna - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Waterfront Insular Hotel Davao

Waterfront Insular Hotel Davao is a great choice for your beach stay in Davao. The outdoor pool provides a splash of fun, while guests in the mood for pampering can indulge in massages at the spa. Cafe Uno, one of 2 restaurants, serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast and lunch. Other features include a poolside bar, a fitness centre and a children's pool. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff.

Languages

English, Filipino

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 159 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Up to 2 children (11 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
    • Children aged 5 and younger eat free breakfast
    • No cots (infant beds)
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Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free Wi-Fi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours a day)*
    • Ferry terminal shuttle*
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Off-site

    • Shopping centre shuttle*
    • Theme park shuttle*
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Other information

    • Designated smoking area (fines apply)

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6 AM–10 AM
  • 2 restaurants
  • Bar/lounge
  • Poolside bar
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • 24-hour room service
  • Snack bar/deli

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)
  • Children's pool

Working away

  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms
  • Computer station

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Free pool cabanas
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • 4 buildings/towers
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Fitness centre
  • An outdoor pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 24-inch LCD TV
  • Premium cable channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Slippers

Sleep well

  • Blackout curtains
  • Turndown service
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Complimentary wireless Internet access (speed of 25+ Mbps)
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Special features

Spa

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa, Pacify Massage and Spa. Services include massages. The spa is open daily.

Dining

Cafe Uno – This buffet restaurant specialises in international cuisine and serves breakfast and lunch. Reservations are required.
Pizzaiolo – Overlooking the garden, this café specialises in pizza and only serves light fare. Open daily.
La Parilla – Overlooking the garden, this seafood restaurant specialises in seafood and only serves dinner. Guests can enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting). Open daily.
Vinta Bar – This bar serves dinner and light fare. Open daily.
Pool Aquarius – This poolside bar only serves light fare. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately PHP 699 for adults and PHP 349.50 for children
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of PHP 900 per vehicle (one-way. Maximum occupancy 2)
  • Ferry terminal shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
  • Shopping centre shuttle and theme park shuttle services are offered for an extra charge
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of PHP 1000 (subject to availability)
  • Late checkout can be arranged for an extra charge of PHP 1000 (subject to availability)

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have lifts.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Additional fees apply to children 6-11 years old for breakfast when sharing existing bedding. Breakfast is included for children ages 5 years and younger.

Also known as

Davao Waterfront
Davao Waterfront Insular Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

Does Waterfront Insular Hotel Davao offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Waterfront Insular Hotel Davao does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Waterfront Insular Hotel Davao?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Are pets allowed at Waterfront Insular Hotel Davao?

Sorry, neither pets nor service animals are allowed.

Is an airport shuttle service offered by Waterfront Insular Hotel Davao?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is PHP 900 per vehicle one-way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Waterfront Insular Hotel Davao?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge of PHP 1000 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge of PHP 1000 (subject to availability).

Is there an on-site casino at Waterfront Insular Hotel Davao?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Casino Filipino (15-min walk) is nearby.

What is there to do at Waterfront Insular Hotel Davao and nearby?

Waterfront Insular Hotel Davao has a spa and an outdoor pool, as well as a fitness centre and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Waterfront Insular Hotel Davao?

Yes, there are 2 on-site restaurants, featuring al fresco dining, international cuisine and garden views.

What's the area around Waterfront Insular Hotel Davao like?

Waterfront Insular Hotel Davao is located on the waterfront in Buhangin, a short 6-minute walk from Davao Museum and 11 minutes' walk from Maxima Aqua Fun.

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Waterfront Insular Hotel Davao Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Room
Food
Beach
Air conditioning
Water
Location
Breakfast
View
Bathroom

What guests liked

  • The breakfast buffet was consistently praised as excellent, great, superb, and top-notch by multiple guests. (9 reviews)
  • The property offers a beautiful view of the beach with coconut trees and a relaxing atmosphere. (3 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Greatest place!

The staff was the greatest! The spa, the amenities, the atmosphere, the restaurant, the room... everything was perfect! We were traveling throughout the Philippines, and this was the first perfect, solid, night sleep I had!! Excellent climate control.
Lorelli, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very warm staff and the cleanliness!
Nelson, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Staff are very accomodating and attentive overall.
NANCY MINOSA, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great staff
Matthew, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I love everything. It's not a 5-Star hotel resort but we love the place, the garden , the staff and buffet breakfast.
Mary Jane, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I had fun in my stay.
Elsie, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

It was fine, though the place is old and run-down. There was a leak in the bidet which we reported, but nothing was done. Staff were helpful though and very friendly
Fermina, 6-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Enjoyed much the ambiance
Albert, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Quiet place and friendly staff and delicious buffet
Fernando, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Well maintained and lots of opportunities for relaxing! Food experience Outstanding
Marco La, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice. Everything very good. Just not white sand beach, but no big deal. Great resort. Will come again.
Shyn Marie, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

I like the ambiance of the property. Lots of greenery and staff care friendly. The rooms are getting old, needs some updating and needs to have a smart TV .
Evelyn, 4-night trip

6/10 Good

Poor lighting Unattractive view Fowl smell in hallway Limited menu Unswimmable beach Pool closed Nothing much to do or explore
Elizabeth, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The grounds are five star.. very relaxing resort.
Richard, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Insular hotel refused to refund 1 day's cost when we had to leave 1 day early. Very rigid policies.
Gerald, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

My mother and sister were grateful for the fantastic services they’ve experienced from check in until the end of their stay. My mother has been singing praises after her 3-day escapade. Thank you for such wonderful reception you have shown to my family.
Kristine June, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The property is very well kept absolutely gorgeous
Thaddeus D Hackett, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved our stay here, great food choices, convenient location

10/10 Exceptional

Great Place to stay

8/10 Very good

Overall experience was wonderful! The staff are amazing!
Grazielle, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good staff
Sheila Jane, 3-night trip

2/10 Poor

Not very helpful in terms of language barrier. No real effort to accomadate. Room was super out dated. Locals friendly just not tourists friendly. Pool was too dirty to use. Wasn't cheap either probably the most expensive for stay at all the properties we chose on this trip.
Gonzalo, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great staff service and peaceful environment!
Brian, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff are very friendly 😊
Robert, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff were very accommodating and properly at a lovely location on the water.
Brian, 1-night trip