Kandaya Resort Cebu: Beach & Location

Name: Kandaya Resort
Address: Agujo, Cebu Daanbantayan, Cebu, 菲律宾

Kandaya Resort Cebu: Beach & Location

At a glance: 5-star · Since 2014 · 54 rooms

Guests love: Atmosphere · Spa

On the northern tip of Cebu, in Daanbantayan, Kandaya Resort sits two minutes by car from Sta. Rosa de Lima Parish Church and twelve from Gibitngil Island. Bounty Beach and Guimbitayan Beach each lie 4.8 miles (7.7 km) away.

The spa invites you in for massages, body treatments, and facials. After time on the private beach, an outdoor pool and an outdoor tennis court are there for recreation. Complimentary wireless internet keeps you connected, and concierge services and babysitting are on hand. An area shuttle makes nearby sights easy to reach.

Dining happens at the restaurant, or you can order room service during limited hours. For a drink, the bar/lounge, the beach bar, and the poolside bar all await. A complimentary full breakfast is served daily.

A business center, express check-in, and express check-out cover practical needs. For events, the resort offers a conference center and three meeting rooms, totaling 2422 square feet (225 square meters). A roundtrip airport shuttle runs around the clock, and free self parking is onsite.

All 40 air-conditioned rooms come with minibars and flat-screen televisions. Beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. Complimentary wireless internet is included, and cable programming is available for entertainment. Bathrooms have shower/tub combinations, designer toiletries, and slippers.

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Check-in14:00
Check-out12:00
Front desk24 hr
Breakfast
Pets allowed
Non-smoking rooms
Voltage220V
DepositPHP 5000
Extra bedsUp to 1

Deposit: Deposit required. A fixed amount of PHP 5,000.00 is charged. This property accepts credit cards. The deposit will be returned to the original account of payment within 14 days after check-out.
Check-in requirements: The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old.
Children: Children of all ages are welcome at this property. Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.

Amenities

Property amenities

Barbecue facilities
Bar
Cafe
Restaurant
Room service
Snack bar
Basketball court
Beach volleyball
Beauty and makeup
Billiards room
Body care
Diving

Room types

Double rooms
Twin rooms
King rooms
Family rooms
Suites
Rooms with a view

Guest reviews

4.5Excellent(847)

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mayriz rances

5/5

Google· 4 weeks ago

Excellent all around! We stayed there for our son's birthday and we had a blast! They are all very accommodating. From the check-in to check-out, it was smooth. The food tasted great. Service? One of a kind. Very caring and accommodating even the people in the restaurant "Kusina". We'll stay here again for sure!

Trip.com Member

5/5

Trip.com· 4 months ago

Couple on a three day vacation. Got a pool villa. It was wonderful. Staff are very friendly and well trained. They arranged a snorkeling day for us at Malapascua and a couples massage at their spa Both were fantastic experiencesMy only suggestion for improvement is the food. Breakfast buffet was pretty basic and taste of food (ordered at the bar and a BBQ on the beach) were just average. Not bad, just not “great”. Overall this is a 4-5 star place and I would gladly come back for another trip.

Gladys Aliganga

3/5

Google· 3 months ago

Advertized as 5 star hotel but honestly this one needs upgrading. Lavatory grouts are showing age, under the sink the plumbing are exposed but needs cleaning up. Most of the roman shades are broken and need fixing. No room wow factor, we stayed at the ocean view suite good for 4 persons. The main hotel building begs for enhancement and upgrading. The front desk is always close,just wondering if it can accomodate the loads of arriving guest checking in or they are just not expecting guests coming in. For those who want a serene place to stay 4 hours away from the city, this might be for you, but nothing to excite your senses. The beach is so so, you can get way much better ones in kawit and medellin. On the positive side, we enjoyed the food we ordered in the everything, the servers were attentive and courteous. Thumbs up for the ordered food but the breakfast buffet was a different thing or maybe we weren't just lucky. The serving trays need replacement and reminds me of cheap caterers trays in the city, however the KUSINA( main restaurant) ambience was nice and servers were perfectly doing their jobs.

Robert T Stanley

5/5

Google· 4 months ago

This is a destination resort. They have everything right here to keep you entertained. We road ATV Quads on their private track. We to another island to a private beach and had our own butler to serve us an amazing meal. Then went to a great snorkeling spot. The restaurant serves a great breakfast buffet and amazing lunches and dinners. We had an room massage and my girlfriend had her nails done in the spa. They have a nice gym and old fashioned bikes to rent. 3 nights of relaxation and 3 days of activities.

kristiner_1972

5/5

Tripadvisor· 8 months ago

Kandaya Resort is very active in social media and that is how I learned about them. We booked a 3-night stay from February 14-17 and found the place relaxing with an unobstructed view of the sea. The hotel rates are reasonable, the staff very helpful, and the food at their Kusina Restaurant delicious. The resort is over 3 hours away from the Mactan airport, and we availed of their round trip van transfers for convenience. And you want to go to Bantayan Island, which I did, the travel time is about 1 hour to the Hagnaya port and another 1-1/2 hours by boat. Kandaya Resort is the only premier resort in northern Cebu, and the gateway to Malapascua Island, a haven for divers.

Luvlyn

5/5

Google· 3 months ago

We stayed at Kandaya Resort Cebu for 3 days and 2 nights, and it was definitely worth the 3-hour drive from Cebu City. We booked the Beachfront Suite with a private pool, and it was spacious, peaceful, and perfect for a relaxing getaway. The room was beautifully designed, featuring his-and-hers sinks and showers, a bathtub, and a work desk, making it comfortable whether you want to relax or get some work done. A lovely touch was that the resort provides Malin+Goetz bath amenities and body lotion, they smell absolutely luxurious and added to the premium experience. The resort has a quiet, private beach, making it an ideal place to unwind away from the crowds. For dinner, we ordered the lobster, which was incredibly fresh, delicious, and surprisingly affordable. We also really enjoyed the breakfast buffet, which offered a great selection and was the perfect way to start each day. Overall, Kandaya Resort is a wonderful destination if you’re looking for a luxurious yet tranquil escape in northern Cebu. The peaceful atmosphere, spacious accommodations, thoughtful amenities, and excellent food made for a memorable stay. We’d definitely love to return.

Art Fil Sandalo

4/5

Google· 4 months ago

Our stay at Kandaya Resort in Daanbantayan, Cebu, was truly a wonderful experience. We had the pleasure of staying in the Adelfa House Villa, a remarkably spacious accommodation perfect for groups of up to six people, featuring three comfortable bedrooms along with a fully equipped kitchen, dining area, and a welcoming living room. One of the standout premium touches that really elevated our stay was the high-quality bathroom essentials provided, specifically their exceptional shampoo, conditioner, and body wash. The resort grounds themselves are quite expansive, offering a diverse layout that includes standard villas, luxurious pool villas, and a stunning, long stretch of beach to explore. We also greatly appreciated the complimentary access to the game room, which added another layer of fun to our trip. Furthermore, the resort offers a fantastic variety of activities that ensure every tourist has plenty of options to enjoy throughout their stay.

'Erik Drexler

5/5

Google· 6 months ago

Amazing people and staff! We only stayed one night because we wanted to get to Malapascua, but the Resort is amazing! Tidy and spacious rooms, gym, nice buffet and a bar. It’s directly at the beach and they also have a big pool. We booked a transfer with them and the communication as well as the organisation is perfection! The driver was already waiting for us at the airport when we arrived and was driving very safe.

Where can I eat near Kandaya Resort?

At the resort, Kusina is the main restaurant, serving Asian and Western dishes, seafood, and steaks with produce from the organic garden. There is also a bar, a lounge, and a snack bar for lighter bites. For a change of scene, a nearby Jollibee offers familiar fast food. Since the resort is in a remote area, dining on-site is the most convenient option, and you can enjoy meals with sea views.

What is the area around Kandaya Resort like?

Kandaya Resort sits on a long white-sand beach in Barangay Agujo, Daanbantayan, facing the open Visayan Sea. The immediate area is quiet and natural, with the resort's own organic garden and coconut plantation nearby. The nearest catalog-listed sight, Sirao Garden, is 97.3 km away, so the surroundings are remote and rural. For a change of scene, Malapascua island is a 30-minute boat ride away, known for its white sand and diving. The resort itself offers a bar, cafe, restaurant, and snack bar for dining on site.

How do I get to Kandaya Resort from the airport or main train station?

From Mactan-Cebu International Airport, Kandaya Resort is about a 3-hour drive north, roughly 130 km. You can take the resort's van, which holds up to 6 people, or drive yourself along the national highway through Danao and Bogo. Alternatively, catch a Ceres bus for Maya from the Cebu North Bus Terminal, get off at the Kandaya turnoff about 2 km from the gate, and take a tricycle the rest of the way. The resort also provides transportation with refreshments. There is no train station in Cebu, so the airport is your main arrival point.

What's there to do near Kandaya Resort in the evening?

Evenings at Kandaya are about the resort itself. Enjoy a signature cocktail or champagne at the bar while watching the sunset over the Visayan Sea, a highlight of the area. The on-site restaurant, Kusina, serves Asian and Western dishes for dinner. You can also relax in the lounge or at the beachfront pool. For a different evening, Malapascua island is a 30-minute boat ride away, offering a change of scenery. The resort's quiet beachfront is ideal for a peaceful evening stroll under the stars.

Is Kandaya Resort a good base for exploring Cebu?

Kandaya Resort is a great base for enjoying northern Cebu's coast and islands, but not for exploring Cebu City's sights. The city's well-known attractions, like Sirao Garden (97.3 km), TOPS Cebu (101.1 km), and Magellan's Cross (109.2 km), are far, requiring a long drive or bus ride. However, the resort itself offers a long beach, water sports, and easy access to Malapascua Island, a short boat ride away. For a relaxed beach-focused stay with day trips to nearby islands, it works well. For city sightseeing, you would need to plan a separate, longer excursion.

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