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Waterfront Insular Hotel Davao

Davao-Agusan Highway Brgy. 12-B, Davao City, Mindanao 8000 Philippines
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#1 of 3 resorts in Davao City
Location
4.1
Cleanliness
3.9
Service
3.9
Value
3.8

See why so many travelers make Waterfront Insular Hotel Davao their resort of choice when visiting Davao City. Providing an ideal mix of value, comfort and convenience, it offers a family-friendly setting with an array of amenities designed for travelers like you.

Given the close proximity of popular landmarks, such as The Peak (2.0 mi) and Lon Wa Temple (2.4 mi), guests of Waterfront Insular Hotel Davao can easily experience some of Davao City's most well known attractions.

Free wifi is offered to guests, and rooms at Waterfront Insular Hotel Davao offer a flat screen TV, air conditioning, and a minibar.

During your stay, take advantage of some of the amenities offered, including a 24 hour front desk, room service, and a concierge. Guests of Waterfront Insular Hotel Davao are also welcome to enjoy a pool and free breakfast, located on site. For travelers arriving by car, free parking is available.

When you’re feeling hungry, be sure to check out Yakimix, Vikings Luxury Buffet, and Blue Post Boiling Crabs and Shrimps, which are some Asian restaurants that are popular with locals and out-of-towners alike.

Davao City is also home to Tribu K Mindanawan, a popular history museum that is not too far from Waterfront Insular Hotel Davao.

At Waterfront Insular Hotel Davao, your comfort and satisfaction come first, and they look forward to welcoming you to Davao City.

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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Pool
Fitness Center with Gym / Workout Room
Free breakfast
Beach
Evening entertainment
Airport transportation
Secured parking
Wifi
Outdoor pool
Bar / lounge
Restaurant
Breakfast buffet
Snack bar
Car hire
Business Center with Internet Access
Conference facilities
Banquet room
Meeting rooms
Spa
Massage
24-hour security
Baggage storage
Concierge
Currency exchange
Non-smoking hotel
Shops
24-hour front desk
Dry cleaning
Laundry service
Ironing service
Shoeshine
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Room features
Air conditioning
Housekeeping
Private balcony
Room service
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Minibar
Flatscreen TV
Room types
Ocean view
Bridal suite
Non-smoking rooms
Suites
Family rooms
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HOTEL CLASS
4.0 of 5 stars
HOTEL STYLE
Great View
Romantic
Languages Spoken
English, Filipino
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Janeath Kingco B wrote a review Yesterday
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One thing I admire of Waterfront Davao is their commendable customer service. Their staff are all well trained, even those you randomly meet in the walkway. They will naturally greet every guest they meet. Those who assist guest to their rooms, they orient the guests with the hotel amenities and others. Most often, these little details are disregarded in some hotels after the key card is handed to their guests. I had an issue with our room because the veranda cannot be locked. Immediately they sent someone over and acted on our concern.
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Date of stay: February 2024
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JNMauhay wrote a review Mar 7
Central Valley, CA 98 contributions49 helpful votes
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Waterfront Insular Davao is an icon in this beautiful city. Love 💕 the sprawling space and its along the beach. Love to watch the sunrise along the beach. The staff are very friendly and very helpful. Their breakfast 🥞 buffet is awesome, a lot of choices and like the most is their Sikwate, authentic.
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Date of stay: February 2024
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Sanie A wrote a review Feb 2024
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I give a poor review mainly for the rooms. It’s very outdate, smells musty, there’s no exhaust fan in the bathroom, cracks on the walls and it looks like it had been patched over and over. There’s mold in the ceiling and bathroom corners and shower curtains mildewy. I’m very saddened to see this historical resort go to waste. I think it’s about time to give this resorts a full revamping. Imagine how satisfied your guests would be. On the other hand, the staffs are excellent. We’ve had great experience with all of them. The food was great and my kids love the fruit shakes. The pastry chef was excellent, too. I hope next time we come back it will be all revamped.
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Date of stay: January 2024
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Responded 3 weeks ago
Dear saniea2024, We express our sincere appreciation for taking the time to provide us with your valuable feedback. Your insights are of utmost importance to us and are deeply valued. We regretfully acknowledge your dissatisfaction with the service you received from our team during your recent stay at our hotel. Delivering exceptional guest satisfaction is fundamental to our mission, and we sincerely apologize for not meeting your expectations on this occasion. Your feedback has been thoughtfully evaluated, and we have initiated corrective measures to address the concerns raised, particularly regarding our outdated amenities. We look forward to the opportunity to elevate your next experience with us and to surpass your expectations. Warm regards, Hotel Management
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Yel_ldn wrote a review Nov 2023
London, United Kingdom111 contributions38 helpful votes
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I’ve stayed at this hotel many times. It’s quite nostalgic going back. My last visit showed that the hotel is in need of an update as the rooms are a little dull, and the beach is quite depressing. However, the location can’t be beaten, nor can the price of the rooms. The hotel is dated but it’s clean and my stays are always pleasant. The hotel has good security and the typical facilities to make it a good option while in Davao. Most of the staff are very helpful. I found the café, spa, restaurant and reception staff very sweet and eager to assist. However, some of the bell boys would stand around and gossip about guests at the entrance to the hotel which was inappropriate. They were speaking in the local dialect which I can understand (but as I’m mixed and don’t look at all like a local, it wouldn’t appear as if I wouldn’t speak/understand Visayan so those bell boys thought it would be ok to gossip around someone who looked foreign). There were at least 2 instances during my stay where I was waiting at the entrance while security got a taxi/my hired driver, and I overheard the gossiping. I looked pointedly at the group of men because their comments were really offensive. I heard comments about the weight of an American couple and comments on the attractiveness of female guests… In short, this hotel is fine to stay in while in Davao.
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Date of stay: April 2023
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Responded Nov 20, 2023
Dear Yel_ldn, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us. We appreciate your continued loyalty and are delighted that you find our hotel nostalgic and enjoy the comfortable stay we provide. We understand your concerns about the need for updates in our rooms and the state of the beach. Please know that we take your feedback seriously, and we are constantly working towards enhancing our facilities to provide our guests with the best experience possible. Your comments will be shared with our management team for further consideration. We're glad to hear that our location and room prices meet your expectations. We strive to offer competitive rates and a convenient location for our guests to enjoy their stay in Davao. We apologize for the behavior of some of our bell boys. Rest assured that we do not condone such behavior. We will address this issue with our staff to ensure that all guests are treated with the utmost respect and professionalism. On a positive note, we are thrilled to learn that most of our staff, including those at the café, spa, restaurant, and reception, were sweet and eager to assist you. We pride ourselves on providing a warm and friendly atmosphere for our guests, and we will continue to encourage our team to deliver exceptional service to all. Thank you again for sharing your thoughts with us. We value your feedback, as it helps us improve our services and provide a better experience for our guests. If there is anything else we can assist you with or if you have any further concerns, please do not hesitate to reach out to us. We look forward to welcoming you back on your next visit to Davao. Warm regards, Hotel Management
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officially.queen wrote a review Oct 2023
Jordan5 contributions1 helpful vote
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After back from our honeymoon we decided to stay in davao for a night and since my husband is an indulgence member so we use our suite voucher for upgrade. The place was old but comfortable. It was just like 10-15mins drive from the airport to hotel. Staffs was very welcoming and accommodating. Room was spacious and had a huge balcony. But please trim the coconut trees near the balcony so the guest can see the beautiful greeny scenery if they prefer to relax in the balcony area. Food from outside is also allowed but informed the reception prior ordering your food and it was a plus❤️ Food was great, the greeny surroundings will help you feel more relax, we had dinner near the pool area and they have the best shrimp pizza! (Forgot the name though)😁 Please don’t miss it! Also got a fresh buko juice! The supervisor was awesome and very attentive, everyone was warm❤️ Con’s: Since the place was old, you will use the stairs to your room, hotel don’t have an elevator, good thing the bellman will help you to send your bags to your room using the stairs. But overall, it was indeed a good stay. Will surely come back again.🌻 Thank You!
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Date of stay: May 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
Room Tip: Don’t bring huge trolleys coz hotel don’t have elevators. If you will be coming with seniors...
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Responded Nov 20, 2023
Dear queenaze l, Thank you for choosing our hotel as part of your honeymoon experience in Davao! We're thrilled to hear that you had a great stay and that our Indulgence membership program allowed you to enjoy a suite upgrade. We appreciate your feedback regarding the comfort of our rooms and the warm welcome you received from our staff. It's wonderful to know that you found the room spacious with a huge balcony. We understand your suggestion about trimming the coconut trees near the balcony to enhance the view, and we'll definitely take this into consideration for the future. We're delighted that you enjoyed the flexibility of being able to order food from outside and dine near the pool area. The Chili Garlic Shrimp Pizza and fresh buko juice are indeed delightful choices! We'll make sure to pass on your compliments to the rest of the team for their attentiveness and warm service. We apologize for any inconvenience caused by the absence of elevators. Due to the unique architectural design of our hotel, we don't have elevators. However, we're glad to hear that our bellmen were helpful in assisting you with your luggage. Once again, congratulations on your recent marriage, and thank you for sharing your positive experience with us. It was a pleasure to have you as our guests, and we hope to welcome you back in the future for more memorable moments. Sincerely, Hotel Management
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ligaya s wrote a review Aug 2023
6 contributions12 helpful votes
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Good service specially Manager Mr Russels. Continue the good work Mr. Russel. Very thankful also for giving us a lovely suite room. The view from bay side was very relaxing👌 All staff from housekeeping is doing thier duties very good. Ms Regine of Cafe Uno very good too! 👌 The food, the place, and all the staff were giving them a 10 rating. Thank you again for taking good care of us..
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Date of stay: August 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
Room Tip: Nothing, all is perfect for us. 👌❤️
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Responded Aug 28, 2023
Dear ligaya s, It was a pleasure serving you during your last stay with us. We really appreciate you taking the time to share your positive experiences with us, especially in our food, ambiance, and service. We're glad you felt the warm hospitality we've continued to uphold. Do know that we will let Russel, Regine, Housekeeping Staff, and the rest of the team know about your compliment and commendation. We hope you’ll come and see us again soon! Sincerely, Waterfront Insular Hotel Davao Team
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Brendan B wrote a review Aug 2023
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We got married in this hotel in 2017 and to see it decline is shocking,its has the most amazing grounds and a beautiful view od Samal,its inside the rooms are so dated,Ac doesn’t work properly and i feel sorry for the staff who have to deal with the complaints and they know it cant be fixed because it’s ancient,no hot water to have a shower,towels were old and damaged with overuse,I wouldn’t let my Daughter go in the pool it was that dirty I understand the decline might have something to do with covid closures but the owners need to invest back into the hotel to bring it in line with the more modern hotels and help the lovely staff All that’s happening now is your getting big room rates but the reputation is bad with the state of the rooms,this has the potential to be once again be the gem of Davao but owners need to invest in modern decor and the AC is a joke
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Date of stay: August 2023
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Room Tip: Dont go near til its updated,no AC or hot water
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Responded Aug 29, 2023
Dear P9377YPbrendanb, Thank you for taking the time to review your recent stay with us. Our goal has always been to provide our guests with memorable stays and we apologize if this wasn't exactly reflected during your stay. Rest assured that we have taken note of your complaints, escalated them to our departments, and have taken measures to address the issues you encountered. We look forward to making it up to you on your next visit. Sincerely, Waterfront Insular Hotel Davao Team
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Liwayway C wrote a review Aug 2023
La Porte City, Iowa45 contributions34 helpful votes
Breakfast was plentiful and delicious. The ambiance was inviting - nicely landscaped and surrounded by lots of trees and plants. What stood out in our stay was the excellent customer service of their staff. From the Front Desk to the restaurant, staff were knowledgeable, professional and courteous. Ms. Mary Ann Gulayan (Front Desk) went above and beyond in resolving some issues we had during our stay. She was just a wonderful person. Restaurant staff did the same thing - very service oriented and attentive to guests (Rose). Rooms need to be refurbished badly. They need to be overhauled.
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Date of stay: August 2023
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Room Tip: Rooms need to be refurbished badly. They need to be overhauled.
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Responded Aug 28, 2023
Dear Kalayaan, We appreciate you for taking the time to write such a polite and thorough evaluation of our hotel in which you praised the breakfast buffet spread and facades.
 As the premiere hotel-resort destination in the city, our goal has always been to provide the level of exceptional service that our guests deserve and we're delighted to know that we have succeeded with this objective. Do know that we will let Mary Ann, Rose, and our whole team know about your warm commendation. We look forward to welcoming you back! Sincerely, Waterfront Insular Hotel Davao Team
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lchilcoat2000 wrote a review Jun 2023
Da Lat, Vietnam445 contributions199 helpful votes
Had several issues while staying here. Called front desk 3 times and asked to speak to a manager and never did I get a reply from any management staff. Further when I came to check in it was slow and seeming the staff not interested in getting things done. On a positive side the waterfront is an older hotel with wonderful grounds and beautiful walking areas. Rooms are quite large but older with bathtub showers. Food was average and seemed more quantity than quality for my tastes. Beautiful hotel but then they need to be able to hear feedback for quality improvements and seemingly they don’t.
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Date of stay: June 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
Room Tip: Yes ask or book a pool view overlooking the water No elevators so have stairs.
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Responded Jun 30, 2023
Dear Ichilcoat2000, Thank you for your review. We greatly appreciate your time to provide us with this valuable feedback. We are very sorry you didn’t have a great experience in our hotel as you encountered an unresponsive staff. Our mission is to provide excellent guest experiences, so we are sorry that this was not reflected in your recent stay with us. We have taken your feedback on board, escalated them to our departments, and have taken measures to address the issues you encountered. Nonetheless, we thank you for appreciating our hotel grounds and walking areas. We look forward to making it up to you on your next visit.
 Sincerely, Hotel Management
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Noy Pi wrote a review Jun 2023
Ladera Ranch, California1 contribution
Still experiencing it! We have a reservation for 2 days, and it’s 1900, still waiting for the multiple rooms reserved for our party. We are embarrassed with our guests, who are waiting for the rooms to be vacated, by guests who should have left earlier in the day. Let’s see how late this would be, if this particular hotel have the decency to honor their side of the paid agreement!
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Date of stay: June 2023Trip type: Traveled with family
Room Tip: This is going to be exciting: we are here in Davao yearly, third time in this hotel, and yet we...
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Responded Jun 29, 2023
Dear garylX7843HF, Thank you for taking the time to give us your honest feedback. Our goal has always been to provide our guests with memorable stays, and we apologize if this wasn't exactly reflected during your stay. We truly appreciate you taking the time to write this detailed review, as it would help us know the areas we need to improve on. Rest assured that we have taken note of your complaints, escalated them to our departments, and taken measures to address the issues you encountered. We look forward to making it up to you on your next visit. Sincerely, Hotel Management
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PRICE RANGE
$66 - $72 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
ALSO KNOWN AS
waterfront insular resort davao, davao waterfront insular hotel
LOCATION
PhilippinesMindanaoDavao del Sur ProvinceDavao City
NUMBER OF ROOMS
159
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Frequently Asked Questions about Waterfront Insular Hotel Davao
Which popular attractions are close to Waterfront Insular Hotel Davao?
Nearby attractions include Davao Museum of History and Ethnography (0.2 miles), Lon Wa Temple (0.6 miles), and Kipanan Falls (0.7 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at Waterfront Insular Hotel Davao?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free breakfast, and a pool.
Which room amenities are available at Waterfront Insular Hotel Davao?
Top room amenities include a minibar, air conditioning, and a flat screen TV.
What food & drink options are available at Waterfront Insular Hotel Davao?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast, an on-site restaurant, and a lounge during their stay.
Is parking available at Waterfront Insular Hotel Davao?
Yes, free parking and secured parking are available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Waterfront Insular Hotel Davao?
Conveniently located restaurants include Benjarong Bar and Restaurant Davao, Siam Lounge, and Madayaw Cafe.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Waterfront Insular Hotel Davao?
Yes, guests have access to a pool and a fitness center during their stay.
Does Waterfront Insular Hotel Davao have airport transportation?
Yes, Waterfront Insular Hotel Davao offers airport transportation for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Are any cleaning services offered at Waterfront Insular Hotel Davao?
Yes, dry cleaning and laundry service are offered to guests.
Does Waterfront Insular Hotel Davao offer any business services?
Yes, it conveniently offers a business center, meeting rooms, and a banquet room.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Waterfront Insular Hotel Davao?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English and Filipino.