Is parking available at the property?

Yes, the property offers free on-site parking. Valet parking services are also available.

What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?

A buffet breakfast is available daily from 6 AM to 10 AM for a fee. Children aged 5 and younger eat free breakfast.

Are pets allowed at the property?

No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.

What are the standard check-in and check-out times?

Check-in time is at 3:00 PM, and check-out time is at 12:00 PM. Early check-in and late check-out are available for a fee of PHP 1000, subject to availability.

Is there an airport shuttle service available?

Yes, an airport shuttle service is available for PHP 900 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 2). Guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel to arrange the transfer.

What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?

The property features step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities in public areas and rooms. Additional details on specific accessibility features may be obtained by contacting the property directly.

What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?

The property is located in Davao's Buhangin district, within a 15-minute walk of Davao Museum and Maxima Aqua Fun. It is approximately 6.3 miles (10.2 km) from SM City Davao and 0.8 miles (1.3 km) from Casino Filipino.

Does the property have a swimming pool?

Yes, the property features an outdoor swimming pool. It is available seasonally, and specific operational hours may vary.

What are the policies for guests staying with children?

Up to 2 children aged 11 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.

What are the policies regarding extra beds and cribs?

The property does not provide information on extra beds or cribs. Guests are encouraged to contact the property directly for specific requests regarding additional bedding.

Waterfront Insular Hotel Davao - Stunning Views

Average nightly price at Waterfront Insular Hotel Davao by month, last 12 months (USD)
Month	Average price
January	$57
February	$62
March	$58
April	$61
May	$55
June	$56
July	$58
August	$58
September	$57
October	$62
November	$60
December	$61

What guests think

At Waterfront Insular Hotel Davao, travelers praise the friendly service and lush waterfront grounds, while many also note the property’s age, dated rooms, and recurring maintenance issues like weak air-conditioning, inconsistent hot water, and low water pressure.

Facilities show their age and accessibility limits: there are no elevators, the beach is not for swimming, pool upkeep is sometimes poor or closed, and the gym is limited or under renovation. The location is scenic on the water and near the airport, but it is away from the city center with few walkable dining options. Breakfast earns frequent praise, though some guests report cold or bland dishes and slow service. Overall, it suits travelers who value relaxing grounds over modern rooms and amenities.

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Facilities

Waterfront grounds with pools, on-site restaurants, and spa/massage are appreciated. However, facilities are aging: the beach is not swimmable, pool upkeep is sometimes poor or closed, the gym is limited or under renovation, and there are no elevators.

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Nancy

Jan 31, 2024

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Didn’t expect that there’s No lift (elevator) facilities. Felt sorry for the staff helping with the luggage. But the food is superb especially breakfast. Staff are friendly, approachable and helpful. Beautiful seaside view. Fresh and clean around the hotel area; nature at its best around the hotel area.

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takayuki

Jul 19, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

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James

Sep 30, 2023

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Stayed 14 nights

Beachfront means Beach. They do not advertise no swimming on beach. The pool was stained green, with areas on the steps worn away. Fitness center was under renovation and air conditioning was unacceptable. There were insects in the kitchenette area. My first room had to be changed. They held weddings and parties without alerting guests who fly 1/2 way around the world to relax.

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Lorelli

Jul 11, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

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.

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Maria Clara

Sep 8, 2025

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Stayed 8 nights

Staff was excellent. Pool conditions were unacceptable but hotel started to make improvements.

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Chett

Mar 9, 2023

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Stayed 5 nights

No elevator. Very beautiful property.

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Kelly

Jun 29, 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

The property was beautifully kept. We enjoyed the older style appeal to it. The staff were polite and always ready to help you. The rooms were spacious. The two rooms we had seemed untouched by renovations, more specifically the bathrooms. Faucets were crooked, the bathtub was cracked and paint peeling off. We did not have all the towels (no bath towel, hand towel, pr wash clothes) The shower water handle didn’t operate like it should and made it hard to get warm water. We did not say anything about the bathrooms to the hotel because we are not people to complain and usually can make do. We enjoyed the in-room massage option. We were unable to get manicures due to staff not available. The food options were great. The pools were nice and the cabanas were enjoyable. Some suggestions: more cabanas around the property that have lounge chairs or even hammocks. Putting up sunshades around the property for people to enjoy outside more. Having a small book exchange (library) and/or game area (board games, card games, yard games, etc).

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Joel

Jan 22, 2025

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Facility shows signs of age --- not disable friendly as access to rooms require use of stairs and no elevators --- pool not properly maintained --- water shows traces of algae --- bed comfortable but a bit sag --- staff responsive to our various request

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Barry

Dec 31, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

I like this property, i have stayed here many times. But it is old, and the gym is pathetic. The staff is good, the food is good.

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Elizabeth

Feb 17, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Poor lighting Unattractive view Fowl smell in hallway Limited menu Unswimmable beach Pool closed Nothing much to do or explore

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Cleanliness

Cleanliness is mixed: several reviews cite dirty or smelly bathrooms/hallways and missed towel replacements, while others note clean rooms and well-kept grounds.

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Rob

Oct 13, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The grounds and facilities where fine. There are limited restaurants near by within walking distance, without getting harassed by the people begging for food. I felt uncomfortable outside the grounds. The breakfast was good with many options, the pool area and the staff were fantastic. Every time i walked into my room it smelt fresh and clean. I would definitely stay there again. The showers could have been warmer is my real only complaint.

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jennifer

Apr 29, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Dirty bathroom shower head not working Delay in checking in due to unavailability of towels and pillow cases

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Steve

May 14, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Service was excellent and the property was clean. Close to Davao Airport. Mostly housing around the property.

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Gustavo

Jul 9, 2023

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Stayed 6 nights

The AC blows hot air, swimming pool dirty nasty, hallways smells like dog kennel. Staff act like they never saw a girl before stare long time like perverts. The gym has one machine and it does not work. They post pictures when it was built. The food was always cold. This is not a resort Ill be disputing and referring Expedia to FTC for fraud and false advertisements. WIFI is got to be the slowest in all of Phillipines. P4900 a night is a straight rip off for items you pay but can not use

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Justin

Jun 18, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

I recently stayed at the Waterfront Insular Hotel Davao and found the overall experience to be quite pleasant. The staff were courteous and attentive, ensuring a comfortable stay. The amenities and location by the waterfront added to the charm of the hotel. However, I did notice that the floors could benefit from deeper cleaning, as they appeared a bit neglected. Overall, it was a good stay, and I would recommend the hotel with the hope that the cleanliness issue will be addressed.

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LY

Mar 28, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The hotel is very old, bathroom fixtures very dated so appears dirty. Thanks to whoever cleaned our room while we were having breakfast our first morning. We were pleasantly surprised by the promptness of it. Breakfast buffet is great & worth the money we paid. Hostess & front desk should not call it complimentary breakfast since we paid when we made reservations. I corrected them but it fell on deaf ears. I guess it sounded better to say complimentary breakfast. Upon registration the waiting lounge was being used so the front desk lady told us to sit on the restaurant in the foyer area. I explained to the waiter we were only waiting for hotel room but he gave us menu books. We just had a late lunch & my family did not want even coffee as it was after 3 pm so we did not order. After about 20 minutes a lady server told us she will remove the menu list from our table since we are not ordering anyway. I again explained we were told to wait in that area. The server did not even reply. The restaurant was not busy as there were a lot of empty tables. I did not see any reason for her to be that rude. My family anyway told me maybe they only have 2-3 copies of menus since hotel is old so they need to remove ours from our table. I told the receptionist about the waitress not having been advised we were only in the foyer restaurant to wait for our room. She apologized. Finally someone with better manners. It took over 40 minutes for room to be ready even after 3 pm.

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Justin

Aug 28, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

I recently stayed at the Waterfront Insular Hotel Davao and appreciated the quiet atmosphere, friendly staff, and convenient open parking. However, I did encounter an issue on my second day when my used towels were not replaced; instead, they were left air-drying at the end of the bed, and the floor towels were not cleaned or replaced either. I hope the housekeeping team can improve in this area to enhance the experience for future guests.

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Chauncey

Mar 6, 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

I had a great stay. The place was super clean, quiet, and well maintained. The staff was very friendly. It's right on the Waterfront so that you can watch Ships Come and Go during the day. I enjoyed every moment of my stay. I did have one minor issue with a hot water and it was fixed within hours. They also had three or four restaurants of good quality to pick from if you were just too tired to go out to eat. All in all a great stay.

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Elizabeth

Feb 17, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Poor lighting Unattractive view Fowl smell in hallway Limited menu Unswimmable beach Pool closed Nothing much to do or explore

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Brett

Nov 21, 2024

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Stayed 6 nights

The property itself is very pretty and well maintained. The service, especially by the dining staff, is subpar. I opted to eat off property most days due to this. The room AC is loud, but does work well, and the showers do have a rain shower head, which is nice. Room towels, bottles of water, and room cleaning was inconsistent.

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Rooms

Rooms often feel dated and in need of renovation; recurring complaints mention weak or noisy air-conditioning and inconsistent hot water or water pressure, though some rooms are spacious with pleasant sea views. Wi‑Fi is frequently unreliable.

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Andrew

Mar 4, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Really nice resort on the water, but old and needs to be renovated. The air-conditioning wasn’t working very well in my room and it wasn’t cool enough. They came to check it but it didn’t do any good. I think the air-conditioning was just being repaired because there were people out in the hall working on it for two days banging and making a lot of noise. This is the second time I’ve stayed here, I would stay again. I think the air conditioning problem was something they will work out.

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Kelly

Jun 29, 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

The property was beautifully kept. We enjoyed the older style appeal to it. The staff were polite and always ready to help you. The rooms were spacious. The two rooms we had seemed untouched by renovations, more specifically the bathrooms. Faucets were crooked, the bathtub was cracked and paint peeling off. We did not have all the towels (no bath towel, hand towel, pr wash clothes) The shower water handle didn’t operate like it should and made it hard to get warm water. We did not say anything about the bathrooms to the hotel because we are not people to complain and usually can make do. We enjoyed the in-room massage option. We were unable to get manicures due to staff not available. The food options were great. The pools were nice and the cabanas were enjoyable. Some suggestions: more cabanas around the property that have lounge chairs or even hammocks. Putting up sunshades around the property for people to enjoy outside more. Having a small book exchange (library) and/or game area (board games, card games, yard games, etc).

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Noel

Dec 2, 2024

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Stayed 5 nights

The room is dated.. it needs renovation.

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brian

Jan 11, 2026

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel and staff was really accommodating in the hospitality was great... Food is excellent, along with location. But the ACs doesn't work properly, no water pressure and barely any hot water.

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Donnie

Jan 6, 2023

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Stayed 19,362 nights

The property is beautiful for the most part. It has nice grounds. The hotel is somewhat dated. It needs updating of the rooms mostly. If you need WiFi at anytime during you stay then this is not the place. It has free WiFi but it never works more the about 10 minutes at a time

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Ove

Oct 8, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Hotellet er gammelt og slitt, okay frokost, hyggelig og hjelpsom betjening. Flott basseng og uteområde. Rommene er i dårlig forfatning og ser ut til å ikke ha vært gjort noe med dem siden byggeår. Badet lukter gammelt. Kommer nok ikke tilbake før rommene er oppusset.

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Miko

Apr 6, 2024

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Stayed 6 nights

Sehr aufmerksamer und freundlicher Service in allen Bereichen des Hotels. Für philipinische Verhältnisse ein gutes Frühstück mit viel Auswahl. Eine gepflegte Gartenanlage mit schöner Aussicht auf Samal Island. Das Zimmer ist schon älter aber gepflegt. Manko ist das Bad, es ist dringend sanierungsbedürftig! Wasserhahn und Dusche sind im sehr schlechtem Zustand und der Wasserdruck ist zu den Stoßzeiten so schwach, dass das Duschen nicht mehr möglich ist. Trotzdem gibt es fünf Sterne ins gesamt weil Preis-Leistung im Vergleich zu anderen Hotels in der Region gut ist.

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noe

Sep 1, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

its very outdated, air conditioners don’t work well.

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Simon

Mar 23, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Staff very friendly Beautiful location Food Very good Internet/Wi/fi not great

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rovelyn

Aug 10, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

clean. beautiful sea views. friendly and helpful staff

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Service

Service is widely described as friendly and accommodating, with many great interactions. A minority report issues such as unfulfilled accessibility requests, slow or rude restaurant staff, long waits, or rigid policies.

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Blane

Jun 29, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

June 17th 2024 was the second time my wife and I have stayed there. The first being back in 2016 before we had our 2 boys with us. It was another great experience and that’s why we chose it again. The staff are amazing and friendly. The hotel grounds are beautiful with coconut trees everywhere and beautiful landscaping. The pools were an added bonus as well as the option to dine poolside. We thoroughly enjoyed the amazing breakfast buffet in the morning. 5 star stay and we’ll definitely stay there again in the future!

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Daniel

Nov 18, 2025

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Stayed 7 nights

Very poor customer service. I am disabled and due to Dorian smell in next room had to transfer. I had to

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Graham James

Aug 12, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

When we booked we booked a room with a bath and no stairs to get to the room as ny partner has a disabled hip Neith of these things where considered and there was no way to get to our room with out climbing a steep start case and no was provided as we requested

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Steve

May 14, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Service was excellent and the property was clean. Close to Davao Airport. Mostly housing around the property.

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Grazielle

Jul 17, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Overall experience was wonderful! The staff are amazing!

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Lawrence

Feb 19, 2023

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Stayed 10 nights

Service here is always incredible! We did have only one negative experience with a terribly slow and inattentive waiter when dining outside one evening. I immediately brought this infraction to the attention of management. Yet otherwise, Waterfront Insular was as always superb!

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Adam

Oct 13, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Great food and great service all around. The staff was super friendly and always willing to help.

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Gerald

Mar 10, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Insular hotel refused to refund 1 day's cost when we had to leave 1 day early. Very rigid policies.

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Armando

Feb 10, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Excellent staff and friendly

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LY

Mar 28, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The hotel is very old, bathroom fixtures very dated so appears dirty. Thanks to whoever cleaned our room while we were having breakfast our first morning. We were pleasantly surprised by the promptness of it. Breakfast buffet is great & worth the money we paid. Hostess & front desk should not call it complimentary breakfast since we paid when we made reservations. I corrected them but it fell on deaf ears. I guess it sounded better to say complimentary breakfast. Upon registration the waiting lounge was being used so the front desk lady told us to sit on the restaurant in the foyer area. I explained to the waiter we were only waiting for hotel room but he gave us menu books. We just had a late lunch & my family did not want even coffee as it was after 3 pm so we did not order. After about 20 minutes a lady server told us she will remove the menu list from our table since we are not ordering anyway. I again explained we were told to wait in that area. The server did not even reply. The restaurant was not busy as there were a lot of empty tables. I did not see any reason for her to be that rude. My family anyway told me maybe they only have 2-3 copies of menus since hotel is old so they need to remove ours from our table. I told the receptionist about the waitress not having been advised we were only in the foyer restaurant to wait for our room. She apologized. Finally someone with better manners. It took over 40 minutes for room to be ready even after 3 pm.

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Location

Scenic waterfront setting near the airport and away from the busy center. Some note limited walkable dining nearby and feeling more comfortable within the grounds.

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Nancy

Jan 31, 2024

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Didn’t expect that there’s No lift (elevator) facilities. Felt sorry for the staff helping with the luggage. But the food is superb especially breakfast. Staff are friendly, approachable and helpful. Beautiful seaside view. Fresh and clean around the hotel area; nature at its best around the hotel area.

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Rob

Oct 13, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The grounds and facilities where fine. There are limited restaurants near by within walking distance, without getting harassed by the people begging for food. I felt uncomfortable outside the grounds. The breakfast was good with many options, the pool area and the staff were fantastic. Every time i walked into my room it smelt fresh and clean. I would definitely stay there again. The showers could have been warmer is my real only complaint.

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Youngwook

Nov 24, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Spacious nature waterfront

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Steve

May 14, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Service was excellent and the property was clean. Close to Davao Airport. Mostly housing around the property.

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Leonila

Oct 9, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

I love its location coz it’s beach front plus the nice landscaping around the hotel but the only concern is the bathroom needs update. I enjoyed my stay overnight though. Thank you.

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Gary

Feb 14, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Great location

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Geoffrey

Aug 18, 2025

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Stayed 6 nights

Bathrooms need updating. Connecting door transfers noise from next room. Breakfast can be busy but good quality and quantity. Always something going on for entertainment. Good position on shore away from city center.

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Sherri

Nov 6, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great service, delicious healthy food and drink, beautiful garden environment, comfortable beds/bedding, and great location near the airport and the ocean! Thanks!!

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virginia

Jun 18, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

the location was great but building/rooms was outdated

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Aileen

Jan 1, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Waterfront Insular Hotel is a gem in Davao City. This hotel have a beautiful view of the beach, lots of trees, greenery. It is very homely. Staff are very helpful, pleasant though I can tell they are very busy. Wish I could stay longer.

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Dining

Breakfast is often highlighted for variety and quality, and many enjoyed the food overall. Still, multiple guests mention cold or bland dishes, limited menus, or slow service.

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Blane

Jun 29, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

June 17th 2024 was the second time my wife and I have stayed there. The first being back in 2016 before we had our 2 boys with us. It was another great experience and that’s why we chose it again. The staff are amazing and friendly. The hotel grounds are beautiful with coconut trees everywhere and beautiful landscaping. The pools were an added bonus as well as the option to dine poolside. We thoroughly enjoyed the amazing breakfast buffet in the morning. 5 star stay and we’ll definitely stay there again in the future!

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Jannice

Dec 8, 2023

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Loved our stay here, great food choices, convenient location

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Rob

Oct 13, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The grounds and facilities where fine. There are limited restaurants near by within walking distance, without getting harassed by the people begging for food. I felt uncomfortable outside the grounds. The breakfast was good with many options, the pool area and the staff were fantastic. Every time i walked into my room it smelt fresh and clean. I would definitely stay there again. The showers could have been warmer is my real only complaint.

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Alfredo

Jun 30, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The place does not have elevators, and almost everything in this hotel is dated and old. Lights are flickering, rooms are dark, food room service arrived cold and late.

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Tor Fredrik

Dec 25, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

gammelt bad, elendig lys i rommet, frokost mye pg food, lite kapasitet ved frokost, ventelig men mye ledig plass til flere bord, varm mat servert kald, feil produksjon på long drink....

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rafael

Oct 25, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I love the breakfast. Balance and healthy. Room was cozy. Accommodating staff

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Adam

Oct 13, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Great food and great service all around. The staff was super friendly and always willing to help.

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Gustavo

Jul 9, 2023

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Stayed 6 nights

The AC blows hot air, swimming pool dirty nasty, hallways smells like dog kennel. Staff act like they never saw a girl before stare long time like perverts. The gym has one machine and it does not work. They post pictures when it was built. The food was always cold. This is not a resort Ill be disputing and referring Expedia to FTC for fraud and false advertisements. WIFI is got to be the slowest in all of Phillipines. P4900 a night is a straight rip off for items you pay but can not use

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Elizabeth

Feb 17, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Poor lighting Unattractive view Fowl smell in hallway Limited menu Unswimmable beach Pool closed Nothing much to do or explore

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Markus

Feb 17, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The Property is old, so don't except top notch bathrooms, Front desk was nice, but missed my reservation. Dinning is bland, nothing to turn me on, but the breakfast buffet (included or not is top notch, I was impressed. Would I choose this property again next time I go to Davao ? Most likely NOT !!

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