Discovery Samal - Samal (Davao del Norte)

Beachfront resort with private beach, 3 pools, and full spa on Samal Island

Beach, Pools, and Outdoor Spaces

Discovery Samal sits on a private beach area with direct beachfront access and a dedicated stretch for guests. The resort operates 3 outdoor swimming pools, including a rooftop infinity pool with a pool bar and panoramic sea views. Sun loungers, beach chairs, and umbrellas are set out around the pools and along the shore, with pool/beach towels provided.

Accommodations

Rooms at Discovery Samal include Junior Suites and Samal Suites, each with a balcony or terrace overlooking the sea or pools. All units have air conditioning, soundproofing, minibars, and private bathrooms with free toiletries; some suites feature separate living areas. In-room amenities include a kettle, coffee machine, and free bottled water replenished daily.

Dining and Bars

The resort's family-friendly restaurant serves Asian and international cuisines for lunch and dinner, with a separate kid-friendly buffet and special diet menus available. A pool bar offers cocktails and snacks, while the snack bar and bar provide additional dining options throughout the day. Guests can also order wine or champagne, and breakfast (buffet or à la carte) is served each morning.

Wellness, Recreation, and Family

Discovery Samal's spa and wellness centre offers full body massages, foot baths, and spa/wellness packages, plus a fitness centre with personal trainer services. For recreation, the resort has a games room with billiards, darts, karaoke, and water sport facilities on site for snorkelling and other activities. Children have their own kids' club, kids' pool, and indoor play area, with supervised programmes and kid-friendly meals.

Services and Location

Located 7 km from Francisco Bangoy International Airport, the resort provides a free airport shuttle and private boat transfers to and from Samal Island. On-site services include a 24-hour front desk, concierge, currency exchange, luggage storage, and a chapel/shrine for ceremonies or quiet reflection. Business travellers can use the meeting/banquet facilities, while all guests have access to daily housekeeping and laundry.

• Beach: Private beach area and beachfront with 3 outdoor pools including rooftop infinity pool
• Wellness: Full-service spa with foot bath, massage treatments, and personal trainer
• Dining: Asian and international cuisine at on-site restaurants, plus pool bar and snack bar
• Activities: Watersports, snorkelling, billiards, karaoke, and local culture tours
• Family: Kids' club, indoor play area, kid-friendly buffet, and family rooms
• Services: Free airport shuttle, 24-hour front desk, currency exchange, and meeting facilities