Aerial view of a turquoise cove ringed by palms and low resort cottages

Island Garden City of Samal

Escape to Samal

Where the days move slower.

A small beachfront resort in Kaputian, twenty minutes across the water from Davao City. Sun, sea and time together.

A palm leaning over white sand, with a beach umbrella and boats offshore

Welcome to Yana Lagoon

A little closer to paradise.

Leave the city behind and discover a place for slow mornings, long afternoons by the sea, and unforgettable moments with the people who matter. Fourteen rooms, one quiet stretch of sand, and no reason to rush.

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Stay

Find your perfect island stay

Fourteen rooms across three types, designed for slow mornings, peaceful evenings and everything in between.

A bed with white linen beside tall curtains opening onto a balcony

Room 01

Lagoon Room

Comfortable accommodation for couples and small families, a short walk from the water.

From ₱3,800 / Night · sample rate

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A larger room with a double bed, side table and seating area

Room 02

Balay Family Suite

More space for families and small groups, with room for everyone to settle in after a beach day.

From ₱6,500 / Night · sample rate

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Nipa-roofed cabanas and hammocks strung between palms above the sand

Room 03

Barkada Villa

Ideal for barkada trips, reunions and group getaways — space to gather, cook and stay up late.

From ₱18,000 / Night · sample rate

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Island Life

More than just a place to stay

Spend your days however you want. Swim, explore, relax or simply enjoy the view across the Davao Gulf.

A swimmer gliding through clear shallow water over pale sand

On the Water

Swimming · Kayaking · Snorkeling · Island Hopping

Canopied daybeds and loungers set out on the sand under palms

At the Resort

Swimming Pool · Karaoke · Outdoor Dining · Games

Palms framing a calm turquoise bay with small boats at anchor

For Families

Shallow Swimming · Beach Games · Shared Meals · Early Sunsets

A group of friends laughing and jumping together on the shoreline

For Groups

Team Building · Celebrations · Reunions · Company Outings

A timber jetty running out over clear water toward stilted huts

Around Samal

Hagimit Falls · Talikud Island · Sunset Trips · Beach Hopping

Activities depend on weather and season

Palm silhouettes against a pale dusk sky reflected in still water

Slow down.
You're on island time.

Some days are better without a schedule.

Rates

Simple. Clear. Easy to plan.

Day Tour

₱350

Per person · sample rate

Includes

Beach access
Pool and shower rooms
Shared cottage seating

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Overnight Stay

₱3,800

Per night · sample rate

Includes

Accommodation for two
Beach and pool access
Breakfast at the restaurant

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Exclusive Resort

₱45,000

Per night · sample rate

Ideal for

Private groups
Family reunions
Company outings
Small events

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Celebrate

Made for memorable moments

Shaded daybeds arranged on the sand for a large group Family Reunions
Friends celebrating together at the water's edge Barkada Trips
A wide stretch of resort beach with buildings set back among the trees Company Outings
Parasols set up along a bright sandbar for a gathering Beach Celebrations
Plan Your Event

Book directly with the resort

Get updated information, ask questions and arrange your stay directly with the people who know the resort best.

Direct Communication

Talk to the resort team, not a middleman.

Updated Information

Current rates, availability and announcements.

Special Requests

Celebrations, group needs and arrangements.

Local Assistance

Help with the ferry, habal-habal and island tips.

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Discover Samal

Closer than you think

Island life is a twenty-minute crossing from Davao City.

  • Davao City
  • Samal Island
  • Yana Lagoon

Kaputian District, Island Garden City of Samal, Davao del Norte.

Your journey to Samal

01

Arrive in Davao

Fly or drive into Davao City and make your way to Sasa Wharf on the coastal road.

02

Cross to Samal

Ferries run through the day from Sasa to Babak. The crossing takes about twenty minutes.

03

Arrive at the Resort

Continue south toward Kaputian by van or habal-habal. We can arrange a pickup at the wharf.

Ferry schedules vary with the weather and the season — message us before you travel.

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A calm beach curving toward a green headland under an open sky

Ready for your Samal escape?

Check availability and start planning your island getaway.

Book Your Stay

Send a booking inquiry

Tell us about your planned visit and we will get back to you with availability and details.

Frequently asked questions

How do I make a reservation?

Send a booking inquiry through this page, or message us on Facebook or by phone. We confirm by reply, then hold your dates on a fifty percent deposit.

What are your rates?

Day tours start at ₱350 per person. Overnight rooms start at ₱3,800, and exclusive use of the resort is ₱45,000 per night. Rates on this page are samples for demonstration.

What time is check-in and check-out?

Check-in is from 2:00 PM and check-out is 12:00 NN. Day tour guests are welcome from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

Do you accept day-tour guests?

Yes. Day tour includes beach access, the pool, shower rooms and shared cottage seating. On busy weekends it is worth messaging ahead.

Can we bring our own food?

Yes. Outside food is welcome and corkage applies to drinks. The restaurant also does set menus for groups if you would rather not cook.

Are pets allowed?

Well-behaved pets are welcome in the Barkada Villa and on the beach, but not inside the restaurant or the pool area.

Do you accept large groups?

Yes. The resort sleeps up to forty-five guests across all rooms, and exclusive booking gives a single group the whole property.

Do you have parking?

There is free parking for around a dozen vehicles inside the gate, plus space for vans at the front.

How do we get to the resort?

Travel to Davao City, take the ferry from Sasa Wharf to Babak — about twenty minutes — then continue south toward Kaputian. We can arrange a pickup at the wharf if you let us know your ferry time.

What payment methods do you accept?

Cash on arrival, GCash and bank transfer for deposits. Card payments are not available on the island.

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