| some add air-conditioning, minifridges, kitchenettes and/or tvs. there's direct access to a private white-sand beach. amenities include a restaurant/bar and a bbq area, in addition to adults' and kids' outdoor pools. the basic villas sleep up to 13 guests, and feature fans, terraces, and either shared or private bathrooms. in a series of wood villas set among tropical beachfront gardens, this rustic resort is a 10-minute walk from the town center's shops and eateries, and 8 km from the island's ferry terminals. check-in time: 1:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am
Francisco Bangoy International Airport 49 min
Canibad Beach (23 min)
Pebbly swimming shore with a secluded feel, featuring cliffs for diving & a nearby resort. Museo Dabawenyo (1 hr 4)
Opened in 2008, this museum & gallery focuses on the people, history, art & culture of Davao. Monfort Bat Sanctuary (20 min)
Sanctuary with a large cave housing more than 2 million fruit bats, with tours & views from outside. Tribu K'Mindanawan Cultural Village (1 hr 3) D' Bone Collector Museum (1 hr 3)
Natural history museum & education center showcasing preserved skeletons of various animals. San Pedro Cathedral (1 hr 3)
Modernist Catholic basilica with a curved, concrete facade, ornate altar & separate bell tower. Vanishing Island (19 min) Mount Puting Bato (26 min)
This tree-covered mountain is the highest point on Samal Island & offers hiking & more. Kaputian Beach (26 min)
Resort area with a small entry fee, on a tree-lined stretch of white sand facing Talikud Island. People’s Park Davao (1 hr 3)
Sprawling city park with a visitor center, a collection of native plants & colorful sculptures. Long Hua Temple (54 min)
Temple, history, buddhism, and architecture Maxima Resort (10 min) Malipano Private Beach (20 min) Davao Crocodile Park (1 hr 3)
Small zoo & crocodile farm with outdoor habitats, live wildlife shows & educational exhibits. Abreeza Mall (1 hr 1) | 
