The beach has always held a special place in our hearts.
It is where we go when we want to think, when we are lost, when we want to escape, when we are happy and when we want to just relax. So, finding a good beach spot with comfortable accommodations and budget-friendly is the steal of all steals for beach lovers.
Worry not for we have listed here five beachfront resorts that are just right for your budget and vacation needs.
1. Durhan Beach Resort
Durhan White Beach Resort is considered as Tabuelan’s “Little Paradise”, a must-visit white sand beach fringing the island of Cebu.
A long stretch of white sand that is perfect for any beach activities you want. It even has a volleyball net installed for a fun and comfortable game of beach volleyball before a hearty swim in the sea.
As the place promises warmth and sea breeze nights, the resort will satisfy all your beach cravings. The sands here are fine enough to roll around and just lounge on and surrounding the place is the grassy and verdant gardens with a line of coconut and Talisay Trees.
Other activities you can take on when visiting are snorkeling, island hopping, sun bathing and skimboarding.
RATES & OTHER INFORMATION
DAY USE:
Weekdays:
- P200 per head
- 10% discount on all food and beverages
Weekends:
- P440 per head
- Lunch Buffet at Durhan Restaurant
ROOM RATES:
- Air-Conditioned Rooms
- Room E: P2,860 per night, good for 2 persons with breakfast
Romantic Dinner by The Beach:
Option 1: Php 1,499.00
- Private Dinner for Two (2)
- Four (4) course plated service
- A glass of Red/ white wine
- Butler Service
Option 2: Php 1,899.00
- Private Dinner for Two (2)
- Four (4) course plated service
- One (1) Bottle of Red/ white wine
- Butler Service
OTHER INFORMATION:
- Online booking
- Contact numbers: (032) 461-9318 / 0923-237-8907
- Email address: [email protected]
- Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/durhantabuelanresort/
- Full Details: https://sugbo.ph/2020/durhan-white-beach-resort/
HOW TO GET THERE?
Exact Location: Brgy. Tabunok, Tabuelan, Cebu — approx. 2 hours away from the city.
BY BUS/V-hire: Find your way to the Cebu North Bus Terminal and ride a bus/v-hire bound for Tabuelan or Victoria. Bus fare is ₱90-115 (one-way). Ask the driver to drop you off at the nearest stop to Durhan White Beach Resort.
2. Playa del Carmelo
Imagine sunny days every day at the wide stretch of sandy shores at Playa del Carmelo.
Playa del Carmelo is a family-friendly beach resort with an expansive beach space for families and large groups to enjoy. Nestled on the famous pristine white sand shores of Maravilla, it offers visitors of the rural ambience of the beachside experience and budget-friendly and spacious cottages.
The white sand strip of the beach extends quite the distance on both ends and the beachfront can even house lines of tents that makes it more fun and colorful. Rows of palm trees that extend just as long as the beach and as far as the eye can see also decorates the sands so heat is somehow controlled.
A tropical paradise indeed, so take a swim at the turquoise waters and take that beachside walk along the coastline and go as far as your feet can take.
RATES & OTHER INFORMATION
RATES
- Small Room: P1,500, plus P200 for overnight
- Big Room: P2,000, plus P200 for overnight
- Tent Rental: P500 per night (good for 6 persons)
- Tent Space: P150 per night, bring your own tent
- Table: P250 per table
COTTAGE RATES:
- Closed Cottage (Small): P1,500, plus P200 for overnight
- Closed Cottage (Big): P3,000, plus P200 for overnight
- Open Cottage (Small): P800, plus P200 for overnight
- Open Cottage (Standard): P1,000, plus P200 for overnight
- Open Cottage (Front): P1,200, plus P200 for overnight
- Open Cottage (Big): P1,500, plus P200 for overnight
OTHER INFORMATION:
- Online booking
- Corkage fee: None
- Contact numbers: 0963-273-7940
- Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/Playa-Del-Carmelo-394925111358580/
- Full details: https://sugbo.ph/2021/playa-del-carmelo/
HOW TO GET THERE?
Exact location: Maravilla, Tabuelan, North-Western Cebu — 2-3 hours away from Cebu City.
BY BUS: From the North Bus Terminal, ride any bus going to Tabuelan – fare is ~P100 per person. Drop off at Tabuelan Public Market – where you can buy ahead your food. From the Public Market, ride a motorbike or habal-habal going to Maravilla Brgy Hall. Once you’ve arrived at the Barangay Hall, you will see a basketball court behind it. Walk through the eskinita or alley for about 3-5 minutes until you reach the beach.
3. Orongan Beach Resort
A beach resort with fine white sand beach and crazily affordable entrance fee and accommodation rates? Where do I sign up?
Orongan Beach Resort is the famed 150-Peso haven in Anapog, San Remigio, only a few hours away from Cebu City. The place is a tropical paradise which is why it trended on social media how such a beautiful beach be so affordable.
Coconuts and cottages in the sands and hammocks in between trees are the perfect resting places while enjoying the sea view and the smell of the ocean.
The long shoreline, fine and soft beach sand, serene seascape, and the spectacular sunset awaits you here in Orongan.
RATES & OTHER INFORMATION
Room Rates
- House: P2,000 per night
- Bungalow (Fan Room): P1,500 per night, good for 2pax
- Bungalow (Aircon Room): P2,200 per night, good for 2pax
- Bungalow (Barkada Room, Fan): P2,500 per night, good for 10pax
Day Use Rates
- Entrance fee: P150 per adult, P100 per child (5 to 12 y/o)
- Cottage: P600 per day (up to 10pax)
- Tent Rental: P1,000 per night
- Own Tent: P100 per tent per night
- Chairs: P20 each
- Table with 10 Chairs: P350 per day
Other information
- Online booking
- Corkage Fee? None.
- Allow walk-ins? Yes.
- Contact numbers: 0910-402-7990 / 0949-772-0083
- Email address: [email protected]
- Social: Facebook Page
- Full details: https://sugbo.ph/2018/orongan-beach-resort/
How to get there?
Exact location: Anapog, San Remigio, Cebu — 3-4 hours away from Cebu City.
BY BUS: From the North Bus Terminal, ride any bus going to San Remigio. Tell the driver to drop you off at the school in Brgy. Tambongon. Bus fare is ₱155 (one-way). From there, ride a motorbike (habal-habal) going to the Orongan Beach Resort. Fare is ₱25 per person.
BY CAR: If you’re driving your own car, just navigate with Waze or Google Maps and pin your location to “Orongan Beach Resort” or refer to the map below. Parking space is available.
4. Rio Beach Resort
Camp tents line up on the seawall/ lawn garden just to witness Alegria’s Amazing Sunset as Rio Beach Resort is known to have the best viewing spot.
Aside from camping, cottages for rent are also available along with comfortable rooms. Barbecue nights is not a problem either as all guests have access to a common kitchen.
Their vast lawn garden is one of the highlights of the resort as it is well-maintained that you might just want to lie around it, play with your love ones and make memories.
Relax with the refreshing breeze blowing from the ocean and its stunning view by lying on their swing sets, hammocks and lounging chairs.
There are loads of activities and services to experience in Rio Beach Resort for maximum relaxation and adventure such as massage services, snorkeling, kayaking, night fishing, camping, conference rooms for team building, and tours to nearby tourist attractions.
It’s safe to say that Rio Beach Resort is the complete package when it comes to quality service and unforgettable moments.
All rooms are equipped with:
- Air Conditioning (except Bamboo House)
- Bath and Toilet
- Hot and Cold Showers
- WiFi
RATES & OTHER INFORMATION
ENTRANCE FEE
- Weekdays: P100 per head
- Weekends: P150 per head
- Operating hours
- Day Use: 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Night Use: 2:00 PM – 12:00 NN
RENTAL FEES
- Small Tent: P500 per day, good for 2 persons
- Medium Tent: P800 per day, good for 4 persons
- Cottage Room: P700 per day, good for 3 persons
- Open Cottage: P300 per day, good for 10 persons
- Table and Chairs (Day Use only): P200, good for 4 persons
- BBQ Set (Day Use only): P200 per set
- Tent Space: P100 per tent, good for 2 persons only
ROOM RATES:
- Marina Deluxe Double: P1800 per night, good for 2
- Marina Deluxe Twin: P1800 per night, good for 2
- Coco House Standard Family: P1500 per night, good for 3 persons
- Coco House Standard Double: P1000 per night, good for 2 persons
- Bamboo House: P700 per night, good for 2-3 persons
OTHER INFORMATION:
- Online booking
- Contact numbers: 0917-553-3464 / 0917-718-1817
- Email address: [email protected]
- Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/beachcebu/
- Full Details: https://sugbo.ph/2021/rio-beach-resort-alegria/
HOW TO GET THERE?
Exact location: Lower Anongan, Madredejos, Alegria, Southern Cebu — approx. 2 hours away from Cebu City.
BY BUS: Find your way to the Cebu South Bus Terminal (as of writing, stationed at Lantaw SRP). In the terminal, ride a bus bound for Bato via Barili (do not confuse with Bato via Oslob). The sign of the resort can easily be spotted by the side of the road. Just inform the driver to drop you off at Rio Beach Resort in Alegria.
BY CAR: Navigate with Waze or Google Maps and set your destination to “Rio Beach Resort” in Alegria, Cebu. Parking space is available upon arrival.
5. Stay N Save
Like a small beachside village, this relaxing and humble abode in Oslob won’t take a toll on your wallet.
Stay N Save is a secluded nature glamping paradise in Oslob with a scenic view of the ocean. Their accommodations make up the village-like image of the place with their glamping tents, teepee rooms, and tree houses serving as the private quarters of the guests.
They also have a diving area where the clear turquoise waters make this spot a favorite hangout place after a full day of exploring.
The spectacular and unobstructed view of the ocean and the distant horizon acting as the centerpieces to your stay makes the travel worthwhile.
Moreover, Stay N Save is equipped with a mini-resto bar that serves hearty meals and drinks. Special date dinners can be prepared as well, for their loved ones and it comes with the preparation of a romantic dining area. You just tell them ahead of time.
Have a tranquil morning atmosphere filled with claps of waves and the cool morning breeze at this homey resort.
RATES & OTHER INFORMATION
ROOM RATES
Fan Rooms
- Glamping Double: P800 per night for 2 persons
- Glamping Twin: P850 per night for 2 persons
- Glamping Triple: P1,100 per night for 2 persons
- Glamping Quadruple: P1,400 per night for 2 persons
Air Conditioned Rooms
- Standard Double: P1,500 per night for 2 persons
- Bunkbed Room: P1,200 per night for 2 persons
- Budget Double: P1,300 per night for 2 persons
- Teepee Double: P1,400 per night for 2 persons
- Tree House Double: P1,500 per night for 2 persons
- Family Tree House: P3,200 per night for 2 persons
- Seaview Suite: P2,100, w/ balcony per night for 2 persons
- Family Suite: P3,000, w/ balcony per night for 2 persons
- Junior Suite: P2,000, w/ balcony per night for 2 persons
- Cliffside Suite: P2,500, w/ balcony per night for 2 persons
OTHER INFORMATION:
- Online booking
- Corkage fee: None
- Contact numbers: 0977-883-3139
- Email address: [email protected]
- Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/StayNsave/
- Full Details: https://sugbo.ph/2020/stay-n-save-oslob/
HOW TO GET THERE?
Exact location: N. Bacalso Ave, Tanawan, Oslob, Southern Cebu — 3-4 hours away from Cebu City.
BY BUS: Find your way to the Cebu South Bus Terminal (as of writing, located in Lantaw SRP). Ride any bus that’s bound for Oslob. Bus drivers are familiar with the place so just ask the driver to drop you off at Stay N Save.
BY CAR: Navigate with Waze or Google Maps and set your destination to “Stay N Save” in Oslob, Cebu. Parking space is available upon arrival.
Be it affordable rooms, romantic dinners, or just an overall relaxing experience, the choice for the beachfront resort is yours.
