Top 10 Beach Resorts In Bantayan Island, Philippines

Beach life in Bantayan Island

Bantayan Island is renowned for its pristine beaches, with Santa Fe Beach being one of the most popular spots where you can swim and enjoy panoramic sunsets. Other noteworthy beaches to explore include Paradise Beach and Kota Beach. Additionally, you can embark on an island-hopping tour to visit the stunning Virgin Island, Hilantagaan, and Balidbid Lagoon. The island also offers diving opportunities for beginners as well.

Bantayan Island is a paradise for seafood enthusiasts, and a must-try dish is kinilaw, made with fresh fish and grilled squid.

Beach resorts in Bantayan Island

1. Santa Fe Beach Club (from USD 66)

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Wake up to a romantic sunrise when you stay at Santa Fe Beach Club during your trip to Bantayan Island. Situated 130 m (426.6 ft) from Santa Fe Beach, this is a fantastic place to bring your loved ones for a beach retreat. Non-motorized water sports are on offer. After a day out, you can treat yourself to a relaxing massage or unwind by the indoor and outdoor pools.

Well-behaved pets are allowed on the property. You’ll be supplied with fresh towels and essential toiletries for convenience. Barbecue facilities are also available on site.

• Property highlights: Apart from the beach, the resort allows you to use its indoor or outdoor pool to enjoy relaxing dips.
  
• Nearest beach: The beach is right in front of the property.
  
• Beach access: Private.
  
• Suggested rooms/units: The spacious Standard Familly Room offers maximum comfort and. The unit is air-conditioned and comes with a private bathroom.
  
• Ideal for: Suitable for all kinds of travelers, especially families as there are family rooms available here.

What guests are saying about their beach stay:

• "I enjoyed the quiet, beautiful comfort the resort offers, including walking along the long stretch of white, sandy beach. I especially enjoyed the morning times when fishermen were coming ashore with their nightly catch. Staff were very welcoming and provided great service. The food at the restaurant was quite good." - John (United States)

2. Kota Beach Resort

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Sitting off Duarte Street in Santa Fe, Kota Beach Resort is a blissful property that offers a lobby with spectacular beach views. You’ll stay in a cozy guest unit with free Wi-Fi. The resort allows guests to stay with their four-legged companions.

Each morning, you get to wake up to the sound of ocean waves crashing at the shore and free hearty breakfast. There is a 24-hour front desk on site to make sure all the queries you have are answered.

As a traveler, I am always looking for new experiences and hence I would prefer staying here as the resort offers free scuba diving to guests. This will help me to explore the marine life of the nearby areas.

• Property highlights: The resort offers several exciting activities, including island hopping, kite surfing, and free diving and scuba diving to explore life underwater.
  
• Nearest beach: Kota Beach is barely a few steps away from the property.
  
• Suggested rooms/units: The beachfront suite comes with a comfortable queen bed and a terrace to soak in the salty breeze.
  
• Ideal for: Suitable for all kinds of travelers, especially those who are looking to dive into the sea thanks to the free scuba diving offered here.

What guests are saying about their beach stay:

• "simple beach accommodation on an amazing tropical beach. Our room was very spacious and very clean. Could not ask for more. Kota beach has it all, great food, the best stretch of beach, my family and I love the sandbar..." - Marian (Philippines)

3. Anika Island Resort (from USD 73)

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Located along F. Roska Street in Santa Fe, Anika Island Resort is a lovely resort that puts you within walking distance of Bobel Beach and Kota Beach. It’s one of the best beach resorts on the island and features two swimming pools with sun loungers. You’ll be provided with beach chairs in case you wish to have a suntan on the beach. There’s an on-site restaurant where you can enjoy delicious seafood. Spa facilities are also available for an additional charge.

I am always thrilled to meet new friends when I travel to different countries and I think the on-site eatery, Chloe Cafe, is one of the best places to mingle with new people and share travel stories.

• Property highlights: Chloe Cafe, the on-site eatery is one of the best places to relish delicious seafood and international cuisine.
  
• Nearest beach: The beach is just in front of the property.
  
• Suggested rooms/units: The Ocean View Room can comfortably accommodate three guests and offers beautiful beach views.
  
• Ideal for: Suitable for all kinds of travelers, especially business groups as the property can arrange for meetings and seminars.

What guests are saying about their beach stay:

• "...The rooms are clean and spacious. We stayed at the Ocean View Triple Room and we love that the beach is just very near..." - Margaret (Philippines)

4. La Playa Estrella Beach Resort (from USD 46)

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Situated along Batiancila Street, La Playa Estrella Beach Resort is a romantic place for couples to set up camp while visiting Bantayan Island. It offers easy access to a private beach, where you can go for evening strolls and picnics. While indoors, you can have fun playing billiards or listening to some live music. To wind up your day, you can indulge in the evening entertainment. You’ll be offered free Wi-Fi and free private parking on site.

• Nearest beach: The beach is a stone's throw away from the resort.
  
• Beach access: Private.
  
• Suggested rooms/units: The King Room with Sea View comes with a patio where you can sit and enjoy the salty breeze.
  
• Ideal for: Suitable for all kinds of travelers, especially families who can comfortably stay in the family rooms.

What guests are saying about their beach stay:

• "...The beach in front of the resort is clean and has fine white sand and a sandbar in the afternoons!" - Tristania (Philippines)

5. Kandugyap House by the Sea

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Planning to visit the town of Santa Fe in Bantayan Island for a summer holiday? You should consider staying at Kandugyap House by the Sea. Guests will have access to a private beach area, where they can enjoy a picnic or snorkeling. I feel this is the best way to explore marine life and I would love to try snorkeling along with other watersports offered here. The resort also has an outdoor swimming pool with sea views. You can rent a bike on site to explore the town. You’ll be offered tea, bottled water, instant coffee, and a welcome drink free of charge.

• Property highlights: This resort offers snorkeling and other watersports to keep you entertained during your stay.
  
• Nearest beach: The beach is a few steps away from the property.
  
• Beach access: Private.
  
• Suggested rooms/units: The Deluxe Double rooms feature a terrace/balcony from where you can soak in the beach views. It also has a kitchenette and a separate dining area to enjoy your meals.
  
• Ideal for: Suitable for all kinds of travelers, especially families with kids who have fun in the playground.

What guests are saying about their beach stay:

• "Privacy at its best. You can be alone in the pool or the beach and when it is low tide you can walk to the other part of the beach with beautiful rock formations..." - Vincent (Philippines)

6. Marlins Beach Resort

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While in Bantayan Island, you can have a great time relaxing and rejuvenating at Marlins Beach Resort. This is a wonderful 3-star property found on Roska Street, close to the city center. The property features a private beach, where you can spend your afternoons splashing water or building sandcastles. There are motorized and non-motorized water sports for active guests. After a fun-filled day on the beach, you can enjoy a massage on site.

I love the fact that the property offers a complimentary continental breakfast as it helps to get the required energy to begin with your beach excursions!

• Property highlights: The resort helps you in booking tours and offers water sports to keep you entertained during your stay.
  
• Nearest beach: The beach is just a few steps away from the resort.
  
• Suggested rooms/units: For ultimate views, you can book the Beach Front room, which comes with free continental breakfast and transfer from the pier.
  
• Ideal for: Suitable for all kinds of travelers, especially families as family rooms are available here.

What guests are saying about their beach stay:

• "Location is good and it is near food parks which are open even during late night hours. Facilities are good except that the front area has only a beach view but has no actual swim-able beach. It is adjacent though to Kota beach and other beaches..." - Mary

7. Maia's Beach Resort

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Planning on spending your Bantayan Island getaway near a beach? Staying at Maia’s Beach Resort will make that dream come true. Set in a lush tropical garden, the resort is nestled right on the beach, offering you unfettered access to a white sandy beach. The resort has cozy rooms with fresh linens, an en-suite bathroom with towels, a balcony, and air conditioning. When feeling peckish, head to the on-site restaurant and savor local fare.

• Property highlights: Enjoy a relaxing massage after a long day on the beach as this facility is offered here.
  
• Nearest beach: The beach is just a short walk away from the property.
  
• Suggested rooms/units: The cottages with queen/double beds offer a partial sea view. Other facilities include air conditioning and a private bathroom.
  
• Ideal for: Suitable for all kinds of travelers, especially couples as the resort offers a comfortable and intimate atmosphere.

8. Bantayan Island Nature Park & Resort

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At Bantayan Island Nature Park & Resort is where fun meets luxury. Here, you will be within walking distance of top sites in the city, such as Sillon Island and Santa Fe Beach. When you have nothing to do, you can play badminton or tennis. High-speed Wi-Fi is available throughout the property. You can also use your free time to grill a steak for your dear ones. Guests traveling with kids will be offered babysitting services on the premises.

• Nearest beach: The beach is right outside the property.
  
• Suggested rooms/units: The superior cottage has beach-themed decor and offers a view of the shore.
  
• Ideal for: Suitable for all kinds of travelers as the resort has perfect accommodations for all.

9. The Coral Blue Oriental Villas & Suites (from USD 92)

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Oozing with a romantic tropical vibe, the Coral Blue Oriental Villas & Suites is the place to be when vacationing on Bantayan Island. It is a charming resort that offers airport shuttle services and a free car park. The property is just 1.3 km (0.8 mi) away from the popular Santa Fe Beach.

You’ll have access to a private beach, where you can partake in thrilling activities such as boating, fishing, snorkeling, windsurfing, and other non-motorized water sports. As a traveler, I feel these amenities will enrich my experiences and allow me try new sports. Bicycle and car rental services are also offered.

• Property highlights: The resort offers snorkeling and other water sports.
  
• Nearest beach: The beach is in front of the property.
  
• Suggested rooms/units: The Ocean View Villa is the most spacious accommodation offering sunrise views from its terrace.
  
• Ideal for: Suitable for all kinds of travelers, especially families with children under 7 years of age who can stay for free.

What guests are saying about their beach stay:

• "The beachfront villa that we got was just perfect. It had a terrace with a duyan (bamboo cradle) and a bamboo dining set where we had breakfast in the morning with the beach view..." - Nathalie (Philippines)

10. Ogtong Cave Resort (from USD 43)

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Planning to take your entire family to Santa Fe for a beach vacation? Ogtong Cave Resort can be a perfect choice of accommodation for you. The resort offers free breakfast and is just 80 m (262.5 ft) from the beach. You can bond with your loved ones over a barbecue or while playing fun water games in the outdoor swimming pool. There are spacious family rooms for large groups and a restaurant serving Filipino, Chinese, and Thai cuisines.

• Property highlights: The resort has an inviting outdoor pool with loungers if you're looking for a break from the salty seawater.
  
• Nearest beach: The beach is just a few minutes away from the property.
  
• Suggested rooms/units: The neat and spacious Sea View Villa boasts a balcony to enjoy the water views.
  
• Ideal for: Suitable for all kinds of travelers, especially families and groups as there is open space where you can plan bonding activities.

Explore the beautiful Bantayan Island

Bantayan is a magical island in the Visayan Sea of the Philippines that offers plenty of pristine beaches and a great dining scene. It is a popular place for water sports enthusiasts and honeymooners. For a memorable beach getaway, check into one of the above listed beach resorts in Bantayan Island.