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Waterfront Insular Hotel Davao
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7.9

Very good

4,455 reviews

4,455 reviews

Housekeeping93
Breakfast64
View42
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8.2

Excellent

Location rating score

Excellent location
Parking
FREE
Popular landmarks
SM Lanang Premier 2.4 km
Abreeza Mall 4.6 km
Roxas Avenue Night Market 5.8 km
People's Park 6.3 km
D' Bone Collector Museum 6.6 km
Museo Dabawenyo 6.7 km
Matina Town Square 7.7 km
Davao Crocodile Park 8.0 km
Japanese Tunnel 10.7 km
Philippine Eagle Center 23.7 km
Nearby landmarks
Waterfront Parking Area 130 m
Davao Museum of History and Ethnography 280 m
Blue Waters Parking Area 330 m
New Day Recovery Center (Babista) 460 m
Puregold Lanang 890 m
Lon Wa Temple 980 m
Grand Regal Hotel Parking Area 1.2 km
Sto. Domingo 1 Basketball Court 1.2 km
Sasa Main Health Center 1.2 km
Blue Taxi Garage 1.3 km
2021

Waterfront Insular Hotel Davao

Km. 7 Lanang, Lanang, Davao City, Philippines, 8000 - See map

The car parking and the Wi-Fi are always free, so you can stay in touch and come and go as you please. Conveniently situated in the Lanang part of Davao City, this property puts you close to attractions and interesting dining options. Don't leave before paying a visit to the famous Davao Crocodile Park. Rated with 4 stars, this high-quality property provides guests with access to massage, restaurant and hot tub on-site.

Highlights

Hygiene Plus

Front desk [24-hour]

Airport transfer

Excellent breakfast

Excellent view

This property has self-selected and self-certified the following hygiene measures.Learn more
Safety Features
Staff trained in safety protocol
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Preventative Equipment
Hand sanitizer
Free face masks
Sterilizing equipment
Health and Medical
First aid kit
Doctor/nurse on call
Facilities

Airport transfer

Valet parking

Shuttle service

Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!

Swimming pool [outdoor]

Hot tub

Front desk [24-hour]

BBQ facilities

This property is in high demand!

7 travelers have booked today.

Value for money7.8
Distance to city center8 km
Location rating8.2
Nearest airportFrancisco Bangoy International Airport (DVO)
Distance to airport2.7 km

Rooms available at Waterfront Insular Hotel Davao

Very good
Room comfort & quality

8

Deluxe Room
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  • Room size: 38 m²/409 ft²
  • Garden view
  • 2 single beds or 1 king bed
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Deluxe Premium Room
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  • Room size: 38 m²/409 ft²
  • Pool view
  • 2 single beds or 1 king bed
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Premium Double or Twin Room
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  • Room size: 33 m²/355 ft²
  • Outdoor view
  • 2 double beds
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Presidential Suite
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  • Room size: 146 m²/1572 ft²
  • Balcony/terrace
  • 1 king bed
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Executive Suite
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  • Room size: 75 m²/807 ft²
  • Balcony/terrace
  • 1 king bed
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Junior Suite
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  • Room size: 52 m²/560 ft²
  • Balcony/terrace
  • 1 king bed
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Standard Room(1 Twin Bed)
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  • Room size: 30 m²/323 ft²
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Standard Room
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  • Room size: 30 m²/323 ft²
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Standard Double Room
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  • Room size: 30 m²/323 ft²
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Standard Room
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  • Room size: 30 m²/323 ft²
  • 2 single beds or 1 king bed
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Frequently asked questions

Does Waterfront Insular Hotel Davao have a swimming pool?

While lounging at Waterfront Insular Hotel Davao, you can enjoy the swimming pool facility to get your day started the right way with a splash for a rejuvenating morning or evening.

What is the average travel time to the nearest airport from Waterfront Insular Hotel Davao?

The average travel time to get from Waterfront Insular Hotel Davao to the airport is 15 minutes, but please bear in mind that the travel time may vary based on traffic, weather conditions, and time of day.

What points of interest are near by Waterfront Insular Hotel Davao that are in walking range?

While remaining at Waterfront Insular Hotel Davao, kick start your getaway by exploring the nearest point of interest in walking distance to the property such as Davao Museum of History and Ethnography.

How many floors does Waterfront Insular Hotel Davao have?

Waterfront Insular Hotel Davao has a total of 2 floors.

At what time of the year is Waterfront Insular Hotel Davao most popular?

Waterfront Insular Hotel Davao's most popular month where verified visitors have stayed the most is in October.

What is the average rating that verified Business travelers' have given to Waterfront Insular Hotel Davao?

Past business travelers that have stayed at this property have given Waterfront Insular Hotel Davao an average rating of 7.7. You can look up more detailed customer evaluations and remarks by filtering for a specific type of verified travelers down in the review section.

What is the typical rating that verified Families with young children have given to Waterfront Insular Hotel Davao?

Past families with young children that have stayed at this property have given Waterfront Insular Hotel Davao an average rating of 7.7. You can look up more descriptive customer evaluations and feedback by filtering for a specific type of verified travelers down in the review section.

What is the average rating that verified Families with older children have given to Waterfront Insular Hotel Davao?

Past families with older children that have stayed at this property have given Waterfront Insular Hotel Davao an average rating of 8.0. You can look up more detailed customer testimonials and remarks by filtering for a specific type of verified travelers down in the review section.

What is the closest train, metro, or bus station to Waterfront Insular Hotel Davao?

The nearest train, metro, or bus station is Holiday Bus Station, 7036.97 m away from Waterfront Insular Hotel Davao.

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What people love about Waterfront Insular Hotel Davao

  • 8

    Very good
    Cleanliness

    "Relaxing place and very clean"

    John

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    May 10, 2023

  • 10

    Exceptional
    Cleanliness

    "The room was very pleasant, it was cozy and clean."

    Maureen

    |

    May 9, 2023

  • 8

    Very good
    Location

    "It was a great value and in a great location."

    Jeffrey

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    June 5, 2023

Property ranking|Compared to 835 Davao City properties
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Room comfort score
8/10
Room size
35 sqm.
Service score
8.2/10
Cheapest price score
Better than
97
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of Davao City properties
Bigger than
96
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of Davao City properties
Better than
85
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of Davao City properties
Better than
85
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of Davao City properties
Overall rating:

7.9

Very good
4,455 reviews
Cleanliness
7.8
Facilities
7.5
Location
8.2
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What travelers say they love:
Staff are great and the breakfast buffet is good.
kurt from Australia
Family with young children
More about Waterfront Insular Hotel Davao

More about Waterfront Insular Hotel Davao

Waterfront Insular Hotel Davao

Never miss a single attraction in Davao City when staying at Waterfront Insular Hotel Davao. Getting around in Davao City is easy when staying at this hotel, strategically placed right in the heart of the city.
At Waterfront Insular Hotel Davao, guests are bound to have a stress-free stay. Keep up with all your communications easily with the hotel's free Wi-Fi. Getting from and back to the airport can be easily arranged with the hotel's airport transfer services. Taxi, car hire and shuttle services provided by the hotel make exploring Davao City even more convenient.
Guests can enjoy free parking right at the hotel. Front desk services including concierge service, luggage storage and safety deposit boxes can assist with your needs. Getting tickets for the city's best entertainment is easy through the hotel's ticket service and tours. Packing light is possible at Waterfront Insular Hotel Davao thanks to the hotel's dry cleaning service and laundry service keeping your clothes clean.
Feeling lazy? In-room conveniences like 24-hour room service, room service and daily housekeeping let you get the most out of your room time. For the comfort and health of all guests, smoking is not permitted anywhere within the hotel. Smoking is allowed only in the designated smoking areas provided by hotel.
All rooms at Waterfront Insular Hotel Davao are designed for comfort. For your comfort, some rooms at the hotel are equipped with linen service, blackout curtains and air conditioning. Some rooms at Waterfront Insular Hotel Davao even come with extra design features such as a balcony or terrace. In-room entertainment amenities are available in some rooms and include television and cable TV.
In some select rooms, you can find a refrigerator, bottled water, a coffee or tea maker and mini bar at your disposal. It's good to know that a hair dryer, toiletries and towels are provided in some guest bathrooms.


Dining and things to do

Every day at Waterfront Insular Hotel Davao begins with a delicious in-house breakfast. Enjoy the morning bliss with a sip of good coffee at the cafe located in the hotel. A variety of convenient and tasty dining options are waiting for you at the hotel, for whenever you get hungry. A memorable night with your travel companions can be had without going far, at the hotel's karaoke rooms and bar.
For the ultimate convenience, you can even have groceries delivered to your room at Waterfront Insular Hotel Davao, with their exclusive service. Do you prefer to cook your own meals? Then you'll love the in-house BBQ facilities and shared kitchen.
Apart from amenities and services, Waterfront Insular Hotel Davao goes the extra mile to make sure all guests make the most of their time. End your days in total relaxation with a visit to the massage, hot tub and spa. Spend some time relaxing at the hotel's pool. Sip your favorite cocktail outdoors at the hotel's poolside bar.
Check out the hotel's fitness facility to stay fit and firm on vacation. Cool off on hot days by joining water-world activities like non-motorized water sports. Grab some last-minute needs or local souvenirs for yourself or those back home without having to go anywhere at the shops and souvenir shops available right at on-site.


Around the property

Experience Davao City like a true local. Acquire some cultural knowledge with a day at D' Bone Collector Museum located 6.6 km away, where you can see famous works by local artists. Never forget your time in Davao City with a special gift or trinket from Abreeza Mall just 4.5 km away.


Reasons to stay here

Facilities at this hotel are rated higher than 86% of other accommodations in the city.
Find some excellent dining options here, where past guests have rated onsite or nearby dining better than 98% of the city's other accommodations.
Guests who stayed here really appreciated the room comfort, scoring it higher than 96% of accommodations in the city.

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Amenities and facilities

Very good
Facilities

7.5

Most talked about facilities

Breakfast

143 mentions

Food & Dining

113 mentions

Swimming Pool

109 mentions

Housekeeping

81 mentions

Languages spoken
  • English
  • Filipino
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible
Internet access
  • Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!
  • Internet
  • Internet services
  • Wi-Fi in public areas
Things to do, ways to relax
  • Fitness center
  • Garden
  • Hot tub
  • Karaoke
  • Massage
  • On-site entertainment
  • Pool with view
  • Spa
  • Spa/sauna
  • Swimming pool [outdoor]
  • Ticket services
  • Tours
  • Water sports (non-motorized)
Cleanliness and safety
  • Anti-viral cleaning products
  • Body thermometer
  • Breakfast in room
  • Breakfast takeaway service
  • Cashless payment service
  • Daily disinfection in all rooms
  • Daily disinfection in common areas
  • Doctor/nurse on call
  • Face coverings on staff
  • First aid kit
  • Free face masks
  • Guest rooms seal after sanitization
  • Hand sanitizer
  • Hot water linen and laundry washing
  • Hygiene certification
  • Individually-wrapped food options
  • Physical distancing of at least 1 meter
  • Professional-grade sanitizing services
  • Protective screens in common areas
  • Room sanitization opt-out available
  • Rooms sanitized between stays
  • Safe dining setup
  • Sanitized kitchen and tableware items
  • Shared stationery removed
  • Staff trained in safety protocol
  • Sterilizing equipment
  • Temperature check for guests and staff
Dining, drinking, and snacking
  • Bar
  • BBQ facilities
  • Breakfast [buffet]
  • Breakfast [continental]
  • Coffee shop
  • Grocery delivery
  • Kitchen
  • Poolside bar
  • Restaurants
  • Room service [24-hour]
  • Shared kitchen
  • Snack bar
Services and conveniences
  • Air conditioning in public area
  • Cash withdrawal
  • Concierge
  • Contactless check-in/out
  • Currency exchange
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Doorman
  • Dry cleaning
  • Elevator
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Food delivery
  • Gift/souvenir shop
  • Grooming service
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry service
  • Luggage storage
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
  • Postal service
  • Safety deposit boxes
  • Shops
  • Smoke-free property
  • Smoking area
  • Xerox/fax in business center
For the kids
  • Babysitting service
  • Swimming pool [kids]
Access
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Front desk [24-hour]
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Pets allowed
  • Safety/security feature
  • Security [24-hour]
  • Smoke alarms
Getting around
  • Airport transfer
  • Bicycle parking
  • Car park [free of charge]
  • Car park [on-site]
  • Rental car
  • Shuttle service
  • Taxi service
  • Valet parking
Available in all rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Balcony/terrace
  • Bathtub
  • Blackout curtains
  • Closet
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Desk
  • Free bottled water
  • Hair dryer
  • Individual air conditioning
  • In-room safe box
  • Internet access – wireless
  • Mini bar
  • Non-smoking
  • Open air bath privileges
  • Refrigerator
  • Satellite/cable channels
  • Seating area
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Streaming service like Netflix
  • Telephone
  • Toiletries
  • Towels
  • Wi-Fi [free]

Location

Km. 7 Lanang, Lanang, Davao City, Philippines, 8000
Excellent
Location

8.2

Airports
  • Francisco Bangoy International Airport (DVO)
    2.7 km 11 min drive
  • General Santos International Airport (GES)
    131.6 km
Public transportation
  • Holiday Bus Station
    7.0 km
Hospital or clinic
  • New Day Recovery Center (Babista)
    460 m
Shopping
  • Abreeza Mall
    4.6 km
Convenience store
  • 7 Eleven
    450 m
Cash withdrawal
  • ATM on-site

What's nearby

Popular landmarks
  • SM Lanang Premier
    2.4 km
  • Abreeza Mall
    4.6 km
  • Roxas Avenue Night Market
    5.8 km
  • People's Park
    6.3 km
  • D' Bone Collector Museum
    6.6 km
  • Museo Dabawenyo
    6.7 km
  • Matina Town Square
    7.7 km
  • Davao Crocodile Park
    8.0 km
  • Japanese Tunnel
    10.7 km
  • Philippine Eagle Center
    23.7 km
Nearby landmarks
  • Waterfront Parking Area
    130 m
  • Davao Museum of History and Ethnography
    280 m
  • Blue Waters Parking Area
    330 m
  • New Day Recovery Center (Babista)
    460 m
  • Puregold Lanang
    890 m
  • Lon Wa Temple
    980 m
  • Grand Regal Hotel Parking Area
    1.2 km
  • Sto. Domingo 1 Basketball Court
    1.2 km
  • Sasa Main Health Center
    1.2 km
  • Blue Taxi Garage
    1.3 km
Distances shown are straight-line distances on the map. Actual travel distances may vary.

Property policies

Children and extra beds

Extra beds are dependent on the room you choose. Please check the individual room capacity for more details.

All children are welcome.

Children 0-11 year(s)
Stay for free if using existing bedding.
If you need an extra bed, it will incur an additional charge.
Guests 12 years and older are considered as adults
Must use an extra bed which will incur an additional charge.
Others
  • This is a strictly non-smoking property.
  • When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Some helpful facts

Check-in/Check-out
  • Check-in from15:00
  • Check-out until12:00
Getting around
  • Airport transfer fee900 PHP
  • Distance from city center8 km
  • Travel time to airport (minutes)15
Extras
  • Breakfast charge (unless included in room price)700 PHP
The property
  • Non-smoking rooms/floorsno
  • Number of bars/lounges1
  • Number of floors2
  • Number of restaurants3
  • Number of rooms 159
  • Room voltage220
  • Year property opened1961
  • Most recent renovation2011

Reviews of Waterfront Insular Hotel Davao from real guests

Provided by verified guests of Agoda
7.9
Cleanliness7.8
Facilities7.5
Location8.2
Room comfort and quality8.0
Service8.1
Value for money7.8
High score for Davao City
Rating
9+ Exceptional (635)
8-9 Excellent (437)
7-8 Very Good (566)
6-7 Good (271)
<6 Below Expectation (477)
Time of the year
Mar - May (520)
Jun - Aug (634)
Sep - Nov (624)
Dec - Feb (608)

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10.0
Exceptional
Tom from United States
Couple
Deluxe Premium Room
Stayed 1 night in February 2023

Beach and hotel”

The calm beach is good. A walk day or night by the beach was great. This hotel is dated. The AC is not as cold but good. Breakfast buffet was so good. One morning the staff prepped a breakfast to go (it was more like lunch food), no coffee. Otherwise the place was awsome.

Reviewed February 07, 2023

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Dear Valued Guest, Greetings from Waterfront Insular Hotel Davao! Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We hope to welcome you back to our hotel very soon! Yours sincerely, Julius Vinuya Assistant Front Office Manager

Responded February 11, 2023
Waterfront Insular Hotel Davao
10.0
Exceptional
Sheryl from Philippines
Family with young children
Standard Twin Room
Stayed 2 nights in January 2023

Exceptional”

Staffs are friendly and very accommodating. Doing an extra mile for the guest, we do have a request for our child and the inroom dining & chef accomodate our request. KUDOS to the chef & inroom dining team. Tho, just a comment to have an extra iron at the property, as we have requested 3times but till we check out no iron available. Thank you

Reviewed January 23, 2023

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Dear Valued Guest, Warm greetings from Waterfront Insular Hotel Davao! Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We hope to welcome you back to our hotel very soon! Sincerely, Julius Vinuya Assistant Front Office Manager

Responded January 25, 2023
Waterfront Insular Hotel Davao
10.0
Exceptional
Min from Malaysia
Business traveler
Deluxe Premium Room
Stayed 4 nights in September 2022

Good hotel with facilities for training ”

Was in this hotel for training, rooms are a bit far from the lobby, but there are porters helping you to your room. Rooms are older, but still cozy and acceptable. No ipis, rooms are clean.

Reviewed December 11, 2022

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Dear Valued Guest, Warm greetings from Waterfront Insular Hotel Davao! Thank you very much for taking the time to write us a review. As our guest, your feedback is essential for us to evaluate and further improve our service. Please know that we've taken good note of your comments. We are honored to have served you well and we thank you for commending our service with a good rating. We look forward to seeing you again soon. Kind regards, Julius Vinuya Assistant Front Office Manager

Responded December 16, 2022
Waterfront Insular Hotel Davao
10.0
Exceptional
Khareen from Philippines
Couple
Deluxe Room
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

Comfortable stay with mom ”

I had a comfortable stay with mom in this hotel. Staff were very friendly. It’s a perfect place to go away from city life. Food within the vicinity is a little pricey; might consider booking free breakfast next time or order via delivery. Will go back here next time. although aircon is centralized it’s very quiet, it’s just perfect for light sleepers like me.

Reviewed May 15, 2022

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Dear Ms. Khareen, Warm greetings from Waterfront Insular Hotel Davao! Thank you very much for commending our hotel and staff. We are pleased to hear that you've had a wonderful experience the first time and that you'd love to go back for another visit. We thank you for your rating and for taking the time share your stay. It was a pleasure having you as our guest and we certainly look forward to serving you again soon. Sincerely, Julius Vinuya Assistant Front Office Manager

Responded May 30, 2022
Waterfront Insular Hotel Davao
10.0
Exceptional
Ryoko from Philippines
Business traveler
Deluxe Room
Stayed 2 nights in June 2022

Beautiful place in front of the sea”

I enjoyed staying at the waterfront insular hotel. The staff are kind and respond quickly to my needs. The room was clean and what was best is the location! You can enjoy the beautiful scenery of having the sea in front of you.

Reviewed June 07, 2022

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Dear Ryoko, Warm greetings from Waterfront Insular Hotel Davao! Thank you for the great review of our hotel! We are glad that you enjoyed your stay and hope to see you again very soon. Yours sincerely, Julius Vinuya Assistant Front Office Manager

Responded June 18, 2022
Waterfront Insular Hotel Davao
9.6
Exceptional
Jennifer from Philippines
Family with teens
Standard Twin Room
Stayed 1 night in January 2023

Exceptional”

More than a hotel, it's a resort. It's a stone's throw away from the bustle of the city but the surroundings will make you forget that. Our room,- albeit old and a bit worn - was very clean and very comfortable and their staff was very accommodating. You get value for your money :)

Reviewed January 12, 2023

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Dear Valued Guest, Warm greetings from Waterfront Insular Hotel Davao! Thank you for the great review of our hotel! We are glad that you enjoyed your stay and hope to see you again very soon. Best regards, Julius Vinuya Assistant Front Office Manager

Responded January 17, 2023
Waterfront Insular Hotel Davao
10.0
Exceptional
Mae from Philippines
Business traveler
Standard Room
Stayed 1 night in November 2022

Exceptional”

They upgraded our room from Standard to Deluxe room which is amazing! One thing I wasn’t able to enjoy is their swimming pool because I can’t swim and the deep is 5 feet. But overall, we really enjoyed the view, it’s so relaxing having a picnic and taking pictures…

Reviewed November 14, 2022

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Dear Valued Guest, Happy Holidays! Thank you for the great review of our hotel! We are glad that you enjoyed your stay and hope to see you again very soon. Sincerely, Julius Vinuya Assistant Front Office Manager

Responded November 17, 2022
Waterfront Insular Hotel Davao
10.0
Exceptional
Malene from Philippines
Family with young children
Standard Room
Stayed 1 night in August 2022

Had a pleasant stay”

Very clean. Staff are all very nice. The place is quite. Breakfast is very good. Had a pleasant overnight stay with my 11 years old son.

Reviewed August 03, 2022

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Dear Ms. Malene, Thank you for the great review of our hotel! We are glad that you enjoyed your stay and hope to see you again very soon. Sincerely, Julius Vinuya Assistant Front Office Manager

Responded August 05, 2022
Waterfront Insular Hotel Davao
10.0
Exceptional
maria from Australia
Group
Deluxe Room
Stayed 2 nights in February 2022

having friends from canada”

they enjoyed their stay for 2 nights. it was their first time to come to davao city and theor 50 years dream to be able to stay at the waterfront (davao insular hotel)for the first time too. special mention to Mr. Elorde the security guard in the lobby. as QR code was a requirement for entry, and we as seniors , he helped us log in and organise our QR codes. all staff we encountered were courteous and lively.

Reviewed March 28, 2022

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Dear Ms. Maria, Greetings from Waterfront Insular Hotel Davao! Thank you very much for your positive review. We are more than happy to know you are pleased with our service. Your comments remain valuable to us, as this is our way to measure our performance and find ways to keep on improving. Yours sincerely, Julius Vinuya

Responded March 30, 2022
Waterfront Insular Hotel Davao
9.6
Exceptional
Precious from Philippines
Family with young children
Deluxe Room
Stayed 1 night in August 2022

Great for staycations”

My family and I really enjoyed our stay at waterfront. The place is huge and you won’t feel cramped unlike most modern hotels. The facilities and rooms may be a bit dated and could use a bit of upgrade but they do not lack in cleanliness. We love eating at restaurant UNO. We enjoy their buffet dinner and breakfast. Although not so big they do offer a really great selection of food with very good quality. My favourite is always the desserts station.

Reviewed August 30, 2022

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Dear Valued Guest, Thank you for the great review of our hotel! We are glad that you enjoyed your stay and hope to see you again very soon. Sincerely, Julius Vinuya Assistant Front Office Manager

Responded September 01, 2022
Waterfront Insular Hotel Davao
9.6
Exceptional
Clarence from United States
Couple
Deluxe Room
Stayed 14 nights in April 2022

Classic beachfront resort in Davao”

Sure there are newer places (if multistory hotel rooms are your thing). But the grounds and relaxation at Waterfront Insular are beautiful. Just being around all the coconut trees and immaculate landscaping when walking around the pools, beach and ocean are wonderful. The morning breakfast is essential to purchase ahead of time, so good and plentiful. Its great to be outside under the canopy there and just soaking in the tropical vibe. You can have drinks by the pool, wish they had live music though as it would be perfect for that sort of ambiance. The rooms are a bit dated, but so what is my opinion. Its part of the old school charm of this place. ALL the staff are so friendly, from the daily housekeeping to the servers and cooks at the restaurants. If you want to just take a walk for some fast food nearby is Jollibee, McDonalds and Chow King right outside the gated Waterfront complex entrance. Also a Choice Mart convenience store is there for beers and sodas and snacks nearby for chilling in your room. Vacationing is what you make it, this place can be a great time if you are fun and not super picky. Keep up the good work.

Reviewed April 22, 2022

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9.6
Exceptional
Clarence from United States
Couple
Deluxe Room
Stayed 1 night in April 2022

Classic beachfront hotel in Davao”

Sure there are newer places (if multistory hotel rooms are your thing). But the grounds and relaxation at Waterfront Insular are beautiful. Just being around all the coconut trees and immaculate landscaping when walking around the pools, beach and ocean are wonderful. The morning breakfast is essential to purchase ahead of time, so good and plentiful. Its great to be outside under the canopy there and just soaking in the tropical vibe. You can have drinks by the pool, wish they had live music though as it would be perfect for that sort of ambiance. The rooms are a bit dated, but so what is my opinion. Its part of the old school charm of this place. ALL the staff are so friendly, from the daily housekeeping to the servers and cooks at the restaurants. If you want to just take a walk for some fast food nearby is Jollibee, McDonalds and Chow King right outside the gated Waterfront complex entrance. Also a Choice Mart convenience store is there for beers and sodas and snacks nearby for chilling in your room. Vacationing is what you make it, this place can be a great time if you are fun and not super picky. Keep up the good work.

Reviewed April 22, 2022

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9.6
Exceptional
Aleli from Philippines
Couple
Standard Twin Room
Stayed 3 nights in January 2023

Exceptional”

Hotel is nice with a relaxing ambience. Our room is neat and clean. The pool is nice but it's not well maintained. The staffs sre nice and courteous.

Reviewed January 25, 2023

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10.0
Exceptional
Schuyler from Philippines
Couple
Standard Room
Stayed 1 night in January 2023

Waterfront Davao”

Booked a friend for their Honeymoon and they loved their stay at Waterfront.

Reviewed January 20, 2023

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Dear Valued Guest, Warm greetings from Waterfront Insular Hotel Davao! Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We hope to welcome you back to our hotel very soon! Sincerely, Julius Vinuya Assistant Front Office Manager

Responded January 25, 2023
Waterfront Insular Hotel Davao
10.0
Exceptional
Karlos from Philippines
Solo traveler
Deluxe Room
Stayed 1 night in April 2022

A nice place to stay!”

The place is gorgeous, the views are fantastic (there's lots of green space), the staff was very accommodating, and there's a lot of amenities to keep you busy even within the hotel grounds. Definitely recommend this place.

Reviewed September 22, 2022

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Dear Valued Guest, Thank you for the great review of our hotel! We are glad that you enjoyed your stay and hope to see you again very soon. Sincerely, Julius Vinuya Assistant Front Office Manager

Responded September 27, 2022
Waterfront Insular Hotel Davao
10.0
Exceptional
Maribeth from Philippines
Family with teens
Deluxe Room
Stayed 1 night in August 2022

Trip for Mum”

My mum and her siblings enjoyed our stay here. Definitely we will be back and hoping it will be soon. All the staff were professional and helpful. Buffet breakfast choices were all delicious.

Reviewed October 08, 2022

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Dear Ms. Maribeth, Warm greetings from Waterfront Insular Hotel Davao! Thank you for the great review of our hotel! We are glad that you enjoyed your stay and hope to see you again very soon. Sincerely, Julius Vinuya Assistant Front Office Manager

Responded October 15, 2022
Waterfront Insular Hotel Davao
10.0
Exceptional
JURAYA from Philippines
Family with young children
Standard Room
Stayed 1 night in March 2022

Exceptional”

The _th time I stayed in this beautiful hotel. Sprawling beautiful garden and by the beach. Rooms are clean with complete amenities and staff helpful and friendly.

Reviewed March 28, 2022

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Dear Ms. Juraya, Warm greetings from Waterfront Insular Hotel Davao! Thank you very much for commending our hotel and staff. We are pleased to hear that you've had an excellent stay in the property. Please know that it was just as wonderful having you as our guest. Serving you is already a reward in itself and being complimented for our service is quite another. We thank you for your rating and we hope to continue providing you with an excellent service on your next visit. Best regards, Julius Vinuya Assistant Front Office Manager

Responded March 30, 2022
Waterfront Insular Hotel Davao
10.0
Exceptional
RICHIE from United Arab Emirates
Family with young children
Deluxe Room
Stayed 2 nights in January 2023

Overall good”

Facilities are awesome. Pools + the seaside are wonderful.

Reviewed January 25, 2023

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9.6
Exceptional
David from United States
Couple
Standard Room(1 Twin Bed)
Stayed 2 nights in September 2022

Nice Hotel”

Room was clean and had needed amenities. Room needs some upgrading, but I would return in current condition. This was a very quiet place to sleep at night. The staff goes above and beyond. It has a beautiful view of sunrise/sunset with bay in the background. We had a wonderful stay.

Reviewed September 12, 2022

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Dear Valued Guest, Thank you for the great review of our hotel! We are glad that you enjoyed your stay and hope to see you again very soon. Sincerely, Julius Vinuya Assistant Front office Manager

Responded September 27, 2022
Waterfront Insular Hotel Davao
9.6
Exceptional
Jose from United States
Group
Deluxe Premium Room
Stayed 3 nights in November 2022

Still My #1 Choice!”

Going in, we knew the property has seen better days. This hotel was THE place to be during its prime. However, despite signs of aging and less than optimal maintenance in the rooms, this is still the Grand Dame of Davao City. Customer Service is outstanding, the grounds are truly fantastic and its location is tops.

Reviewed November 29, 2022

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