It’s about time you visit the Lost Horizon of the South, Camotes Island.
Aptly named as such, Camotes Group of Islands is about 34 nautical miles away from the city and is the best place to visit if you want to relax and just reconnect with nature.
Today, you’re on to some great adventure because we are giving you eight (8) must-visit resorts in the beautiful Camotes Island.
1. MANGODLONG PARADISE RESORT
An elegant resort nestled in Camotes, Mangodlong Paradise Resort boasts an infinity pool and a wide stretch of powdery white sand beach.
Apart from the aforementioned, they also offer kayaking, volleyball facilities, a souvenir shop, and a children’s playground for the kids. Such a picturesque place is perfect for a family and friends’ getaway.
ROOM RATES:
- Standard Room: ₱3,300 per night (good for 2 pax)
- Deluxe Room: ₱3,660 per night (good for 2 pax)
- Beach Front Room: ₱3,900 per night (good for 2 pax)
- Cabana B: ₱4,140 per night (good for 2 pax)
- Paradise Suite: ₱7,500 per night (good for 2 pax)
- Two Bedroom Suite: ₱7,500 per night (good for 2 pax)
- Check-In Time: 2:00PM
- Check-Out Time: 12:00NN (the following day)
OTHER INFORMATION
- Online booking
- Exact Location: Mangodlong, Heminsulan, San Francisco, Camotes Island
- Contact Number: 0917-631-5903 | (032) 328 0500
2. CAMOTES FLYING FISH RESORT
If you are someone who likes underwater adventure, this one’s for you. They have great diving sites 25 minutes away from the resort. Else not, you can also enjoy the tide while slumbering on one of their floating cottages.
Much more than that, you can also explore sensational cave swimming in their crystal clear freshwater. Truly, there is nothing much more that you could ask for.
Room Rates:
- Cottage (Non-aircon): ₱1,000 per night (good for 2 pax)
- Sea-Front Cottage: ₱2,200 per night (good for 2 pax)
- Luxury Family: ₱5,000 per night (good for 4 pax)
- Extra Person – P200/night
- Check-In Time: 2:00PM
- Check-Out Time: 12:00NN (the following day)
OTHER INFORMATION
- Online booking
- Exact Location: Camotes Flying Fish Resort, Cagcagan, Poro, Camotes Island
- Contact Number: 0908-876-5427
- Email Address: [email protected]
3. SANTIAGO BAY GARDEN AND RESORT
To someone who loves to bask under the scorching heat of the sun, or take that perfect photo for the ‘gram, this one’s for you.
More so, if you’re aware of the famous Santiago Bay Beach, a public beach with a long white-sand shoreline, Santiago Bay Garden and Resort has access to such wonderful beauty.
Room Rates:
- Standard (Non-aircon): ₱1,000 per night (good for 2 pax)
- Standard Aircon: ₱1,650 per night (good for 2 pax)
- Oceanview: ₱1,870 per night (good for 2 pax)
- Oceanview Family: ₱3,080 per night (good for 4 pax)
- Bayview: ₱2,200 per night (good for 2 pax)
- Beachview: ₱2,860 per night (good for 2 pax)
- Villa Standard: ₱2,750 per night (good for 3 pax)
- Villa Family: ₱5,500 per night (good for 5 pax)
- Bungalow: ₱3,300 per night (good for 3 pax)
- Extra Person: ₱300/night
- Check-In Time: 2:00PM
- Check-Out Time: 12:00NN (the following day)
OTHER INFORMATION
- Online booking
- Exact Location: Santiago, San Francisco, Camotes Island
- Contact Number: (032) 345 8599 | (032) 253 4966 | 0939 834 8125 | 0999 468 2981
4. BANO BEACH RESORT
A paradise located on the edge of the island, Bano Beach Resort is a sandy crescent-shaped resort wrapped around a picturesque seawater lagoon.
Swim into a one-of-a-kind beach and enjoy endless fun activities for friends and family.
Room Rates:
- Standard: ₱1,400 per night (good for 2 pax)
- Superior: ₱1,800 per night (good for 2 pax)
- Family: ₱3,200 per night (good for 4 pax)
- Check-In Time: 2:00PM
- Check-Out Time: 12:00NN (the following day)
OTHER INFORMATION
- Online booking
- Exact Location: Mangodlong, Himensulan, San Francisco, Camotes Island
- Contact Number: 0939 636 3100
5. MY LITTLE ISLAND HOTEL
Claiming to be the first and only true hotel in the beautiful island of Camotes, enjoy your stay in one of the best resort hotel destinations not only in the island, but in the Philippines.
Apart from their lovely hotel, you can also enjoy their hotel facilities and services while in the island.
Room Rates:
- Standard: ₱1,800 per night (good for 2 pax)
- Deluxe: ₱2,100 per night (good for 2 pax)
- Junior Suite: ₱2,800 per night (good for 2 pax)
- Executive Suite: ₱3,600 per night (good for 2 pax)
- Penthouse Suite: ₱6,300 per night (good for 2 pax)
- Extra Person – P360/night
- Check-In Time: 2:00PM
- Check-Out Time: 12:00NN (the following day)
OTHER INFORMATION
- Online booking
- Exact Location: My Little Island Hotel, Esperanza, Poro, Camotes Island
- Contact Information: 0946 369 6663 | 0396 399 5036 | 0950 921 4163
6. MASAMAYOR BEACH HOUSE AND RESORT
With a garden and a terrace, Masamayor Beach House and Resort is a 1-star resort that offers her guests a calm and solace place to stay.
They also have fishing and darting activities. More so, if you’re someone who enjoys to sing, you can take advantage of their karaoke too.
Room Rates:
- Deluxe Double Room: ₱1,900 per night (good for 2 pax)
- Deluxe Family Room: ₱2,800 per night (good for 4 pax)
- Check-In Time: 12:00NN
- Check-Out Time: 01:00PM (the following day)
OTHER INFORMATION
- Exact Location: Santiago, San Francisco, Camotes Island
- Contact numbers: (032) 316 5295 | 0917 631 8818
7. MOABOG REEF AND RESORT
If you’re someone who is seeking for relaxation and a serene vacation, Moabog Reef & Resort offers just that.
With only a total of 12 tranquil rooms, you are really guaranteed of a truly private and exclusive vacation experience.
Room Rates:
- Standard Room: ₱1,500 per night (good for 2 pax)
- Deluxe Room: ₱2,000 per night (good for 2 pax)
- Check-In Time: 2:00PM
- Check-Out Time: 12:00NN (the following day)
OTHER INFORMATION
- Online booking
- Exact Location: Moabog Reef and Resort, Moabog, Ponson, Camotes Island
- Contact Information: 0999 167 3079 | 0942 210 8306
8. KAH MOTES PRIVATE RESORT
A resort that offers nothing short to perfection, Kah Motes Private Resort. It showcases everything of what Mother Nature has in stored for us and took it up a notch.
The aforementioned may have featured powdery white sand beaches, this doesn’t. It offers a sea-cliff rock formation allowing your eyes to feast into the deep blue-green sea.
Room Rates:
- Private room (w/o kitchen): ₱1,500 per night, good for 2pax
- Private room (w/ kitchen): ₱2,750 per night, good for 2pax
- Exclusive rate: ₱6,500 per night, good for 10pax. After the 10th guest, there would be a charge of ₱300 per excess. Inclusions of exclusive:
- Exclusive for guests and their guests
- Outdoor grill
- Outdoor rest rooms and showers
- Fully equipped kitchen
- own water source and a generator (no interruptions for both)
- Rooms are ALL air conditioned
Other information:
- Online booking
- Allow walk-ins? No. Reservation is required.
- Contact numbers: 0922-295-4932 / 0922-295-4886
- Email address: [email protected]
- Social: Facebook Page
HOW TO GET TO CAMOTES ISLAND?
From Cebu City, it would take you about 3 to 4 hours to get to Camotes Island. From the North Bus Terminal, take a bus heading to Danao. In Danao, take a boat going to Consuelo, San Francisco, Poro, or Kawit, in Camotes.
You have three (3) options going to/from Camotes Islands:
- OPTION 1: OCEANJET FAST CRAFT
– Travel Time: 1 hour and 30 minutes
– Cebu Port: Pier 1, Cebu City
– Camotes Port: Poro, Camotes
– Advantages: Take this option if you want to arrive faster, and you live/stay near Pier 1 or SM City Cebu or you’re from Southern Cebu. - OPTION 2: JOMALIA RORO/EXPRESS
– Travel Time: 2 hours
– Cebu Port: Danao City Port
– Camotes Port: Consuelo, Camotes
– Advantages: Take this option if you want to save 50% on transportation, if you’re willing to travel or you’re from/near Danao City. - OPTION 3: JOMALIA FAST CRAFT
– Travel Time: 1 hour and 15 minutes
– Cebu Port: MACTAN WHARF of Island Central Mactan Mall
– Camotes Port: Consuelo, Camotes
– Advantages: Take this option if you want to arrive faster, and you live/stay near Mactan.
For the complete details on how to get to Camotes Island, head on to: https://sugbo.ph/2018/great-finds-in-camotes-islands/
