The city of Dumaguete is perched on the southwestern edge of the Negros Island in the Philippines. With such an enviable location, this city gets to enjoy a scenic waterfront position, which endows it with pristine beaches. Its harbor is lined with great bars and restaurants, where you can enjoy a meal while feasting your eyes on the spectacular views of the sea. You can also find many fun things to do in Dumaguete. Hiking activities here are offered in places like Casaroro Falls: a natural space with exquisite scenery. If you love scuba diving, you’ll have a chance to do that while here. And for history lovers, Dumaguete has numerous 18th-century stories to tell. Learn about this city’s rich history by visiting sites like the St Catherine of Alexandria Cathedral and Silliman Hall.
Because there is a lot to see and do, you’ll definitely need a place to base your stay in Dumaguete. Check out our list of the top Airbnb vacation rentals in Dumaguete, Philippines, and book a room today.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 05, 2024.
1. Modern, deluxe villa (from USD 75)
This stunning villa nestled near the seaside offers its occupants exceptional views of the ocean waters. The beach is known for whale and shark sightings and is just a few minutes’ walk from the villa. The rich blue of the ocean is complemented by lush, green trees that go all the way to the house, which sits atop a hill. This house is elegant and homely. The lounge area has cozy wooden couches. Upstairs is where the rooms are found. Each one is an en-suite, offering total luxury. There’s a queen size bed besides a glass window that slides open onto a balcony. From here, the breathtaking view is simply enchanting. This accommodation can host up to six guests!
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rooms and views are brilliantamazing breakfast as well along with free water and coffee during your staybreakfast was great and free coffee and bottled water were provided to uswe had a beautiful ocean view and really didn’t want to leave our roomwe woke up every morning to hot coffee or tea juice and an amazing breakfastCleanliness:
the villa is clean and comfortablethe place is nice clean and beautifulit was clean beautiful and openher place is cleanthe place is very clean and well looked afterHost:
vilma was very helpfulawesome and knowledgeable hosther staff were all extremely helpfulvilma and her care taker care nice and friendlyowner and staff are very helpful and accommodatingRead more reviewsLocation:
very good location for whaleshark viewingthe location cannot be beatenwould highly recommend as its a very good location to activitiesbeautiful apartment with a beautiful private beach within walking distancethe villa is beautiful located very close to a very pretty private beach accessible through some stairs
2. Private villa with a beautiful view
This private villa is perched in front of a rice field, with the mountains offering a spectacular backdrop. This Airbnb listing is only 15 minutes away from the city center and points of interest like Silliman University. The beach is just a few minutes’ walk from here. This palatial home offers its rooms to guests. The rooms are immaculate, and well-maintained to appease guests. Surrounding the house is a stunning garden in a lush compound. You can spend some time here, in the private lounge or even the balcony. At the latter, you can enjoy the view of the rice fields.
Dumaguete, Central Visayas, Philippines
11.95 km (7.5 mi) from Pulangbato FallsSuperhost
Accommodates: 2
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the room is bright and clean and there's a amazing countryside view before the roomthere are several adorable dogs who live downstairs (the guest rooms are upstairs)if you're looking for a comfortable quiet place to unwind this is itamazing big space living room and dinner room and kitchenCleanliness:
clean ang classy accommodationthe room is simple but clean and quitethis is a beautiful clean comfortable homewe loved sharon's house the room and bathroom was super clean and we had very relaxing evenings on terracevery grand stylish and cleanHost:
sharon and her husband were great hoststhe host is very friendlysharon is great and hospitablesharon and jimmy were also very gracious hoststhanks for the kindness and patience of sharon and her staffRead more reviewsLocation:
not far away from the city center so it's convenient yet quiet and peacefulvery close to the airport easy to get tutu in the mainmainstreet (10minutes walk distance from home)wish we could visit that place againnice and compfortable experience and good location for our last night on negros and while waiting on our flightbeautiful environment can see the plane taking off and landing very close to the airport it is worth staying
3. Cozy Studio Apartment (from USD 44)
This apartment rental in Dumaguete sits on the third floor of a building that’s located at the heart of the city. With just a few minutes’ walk to Silliman University, The Boulevard and the Port, you’ll be well within reach of major places of interest in Dumaguete if you stay here. This apartment is elegant, with beautiful furnishings. The bed stands at the center of the room, revealing its comfy nature. The living room area is adjacent to the bed, and has a couch and a flat screen television. Also found here is a chic dining table next to the kitchen area. This cozy accommodation can welcome up to two guests.
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it is well equipped as well you may find anything in the kitchenperfect place to chill and relax in this cozy placeneat and tidy bed was super comfortablethe ambiance itself is cozy enough for you to rest and relaxit was an enjoyable and comfortable stay in dumagueteCleanliness:
very clean and great communicationvery clean very worth the pricethe place is very tidy and cleanthe apartment is just amazingly beautiful clean and elegantthe area is very clean and well decoratedHost:
host is very responsivethe host is super nicebert is a great hostthe host is very professional and caringthe owner is very nice and accommodaRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is within easy walking distance to the university restaurants and barswalking distance to pretty much everythingplace was perfect location is greatthe location is excellent just 5 minbeautiful place in a great location
4. Well-maintained studio flat (from USD 25)
This studio flat is located in the Dumaguete city center, conveniently close to the Rizal Boulevard and Silliman University. Also relatively close by is the beach. It is accessible within minutes by car. This is a simple studio apartment that suits those traveling on a budget. Its interior is modest, and clean It has a living area that holds a couch. Large windows are found here and offer a lot of light. The sleeping area has a double bed and the kitchen area is stocked with all the necessary modern amenities, including a mini refrigerator.
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good air conditionerwifi was very good most of the timewe enjoyed the quiet apartment in the rear building with good connection directly on the main streeta very nice apartment with security cable tv and wifithe condo is as pictured - new and comfortableCleanliness:
and studio clean and modernspotlessly clean and lots of nice welcoming touchesthe place was clean and niceroom is clean spacious and safethe room was really clean and pleasantHost:
the host was very nicethey were fantastic hostthe hosts were very kind and accommodatingvanessa is a wonderful hostvanessa and marlo were the most lovely hosts i ever hadRead more reviewsLocation:
nice place close to downtownthe location is very goodgreat location walking distance to rizal boulevard siliman university and lee plazathe location is the best in the city near everything but in a quieter areait was close to downtown and all the attractions
5. Private, cosy room perfect for solo travel (from USD 22)
This makes for a budge-friendly accommodation. This vacation rental is perfect for those traveling alone. It is a bedroom rented out of a private townhouse. With close proximity to the city and local sites and attractions, this makes for the perfect base for your Dumaguete trip. The room is elegant, with a large, queen size bed. A glass window slides open to usher you onto a private balcony, where you can enjoy a relaxing evening. This living area is also accessible to guests. It is a wonderful space that has a modern leather couch that sits facing a flat screen television.
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the air conditioning and wifi works greataircon was good and wifi okthere's a sofa + tv or balcony to relax onthe room itself is really lovely and the balcony greateverything was perfect kitchen bedroom toilet and decent wifiCleanliness:
very clean and nice roomshe had our rooms cleaned everyday with fresh towelseveryday my room was cleaned by the wonderful staffthe apartment is spotless and comfortablethe place was awesome very clean quietHost:
saneth is a great hostsaneth is a great hostresponsive host and extra friendly staff on sitethe host/staff are exceptionally friendly and unobtrusivesaneth is a great friendly and helpful hostRead more reviewsLocation:
wonderful place private but closethe location is not near the main road but it is easily walkablethey treat us like really close friends though this is only our first time visita great place to stay if you're in dumagueteour stay at saneth's place was memorable for many good reasons
6. Private room with shared living areas (from USD 18)
This Airbnb vacation rental is a private room rented out to guests. It’s found in a lovely house that has multiple levels. The shared living area is modern and well-furnished. A large couch is placed to face the flat screen television. You can while your time away here in comfort. The dining area bears a black theme. The floor and furniture are black as well, matching perfectly with the while walls and ceiling. The rooms here are large and comfy. Each one has either a queen size bed or two double beds. From your room, you can get a spectacular view from the large windows.
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i love the scent of the air freshener in the roomthe bathroom looks new and the bed is very comfortablejust a perfect combo on an chill cozy placewe were amazed how room was organizedCleanliness:
it's a big modern and very clean houseso big modern and clean housethe place is always clean and is very spaciousthe place is so clean as to the roomthe clean and spacious room was of high standard overallHost:
the host is welcomingchristopher is so accommodating and very kind hostchristopher was such an awesome hostchristopher was also an amazing host who went far beyond with his hospitalitythe owner is a friendly and handsome guyRead more reviewsLocation:
christopher's pethouse was quiet and ideally located from the dumaguete mall restaurants and valencialocation - easy to locate & very accessible to dumaguete downtown and valencia’s touristwe will definitely come back to stay in this place in our next visit to dumaguetewe'll surely recommend this place to our family and friends who'll go to dumaguetei would definitely come back to his place once i travel again in dumaguete city
7. Luxurious villa (from USD 99)
This private villa sits on a lush, green compound in a serene part of Dumaguete. This abode has three bedrooms and can accommodate up to 10 guests. This house is cool, with a relaxing atmosphere. This accommodation can host up to 10 guests. Its interior consists of rustic furniture on wooden floors. This combination of interior design and furnishings create a pleasant, rustic aesthetic. Also found here is a vast kitchen that’s well stocked with all the amenities you’ll need to prepare your own meals. The bedrooms come with either a queen bed or double beds. They promise total comfort at the end of an exciting day of exploration.
8. Modern, well-furnished serviced apartments
These are serviced apartments located close to the city center. Each apartment has three bedrooms and can comfortably accommodate up to six guests. These rentals are stunningly furnished, with chic interiors. The living room area has an elegant couch and a flat screen television for your entertainment needs. Adjacent to this space is the dining area, through which you can access the open kitchen. Stylish fittings on black countertops make up the kitchen. Up the stairs is the bedrooms, each of which has a double bed with plush bedding.
Dumaguete, Central Visayas, Philippines
12.82 km (8.0 mi) from Pulangbato FallsTop guest reviews
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we were hosting a group of 6 and simon's apartment was greatCleanliness:
it was clean new and accessiblevery clean and spacious with the facilities we neededthe house was quite clean tidy and comfortable and it was very quite and safe at nightthe place was spacious and cleanmarina is clean and very near to the dumaguete port and local seafood restaurants (lantaw / lab-as)Host:
his staff was helpful and friendlythe host is very welcoming and helpfulthe unit was spacious and staff were helpfulthe staff were very helpful and accommodating and quick to respond to our needsi admire simon for being so accommodating and responsive on my requestsRead more reviewsLocation:
the place is within walking distance from the main coastline walk where plenty of great restaurants are locatedit was a good location with commercial establishments a few minutes awayit's in a great location with numerous restaurants and bars nearby
9. Serviced apartments in the city
Enjoy your stay at these serviced apartments that sit at the heart of the Dumaguete city center. These abodes are conveniently located near the excitement of the city, but from these apartments, you can also visit the tranquil beaches in the area. These accommodations are spacious. Characterized by elegance, these apartments are beautifully designed. The living and dining areas have large windows, brightening up the interior. Wooden furniture with rustic appeals characterise much of the furniture here. The bedrooms have queen size beds (in the master and second bedroom) and two double beds in the third bedroom. Each room is spacious and offers comfort to guests.
12.45 km (7.8 mi) from Pulangbato Falls
10. No-frills accommodation in a good location
This no-frills accommodation offers a conveniently located place to stay within the city. A five-minute walk from here gets you to the Dumaguete downtown. Robinson Mall is only a few minutes away if you want to get some shopping done. This makes for a highly affordable apartment. It is perfect for those on a budget. This Airbnb vacation rental comes with all the basic amenities. There’s a single bed and a dining table here that seats five. There is also a bathroom that offers a hot water shower. This accommodation makes for the perfect base in the city by saving you money and offering decent facilities.
Dumaguete City, Negros Oriental, Philippines
12.79 km (8.0 mi) from Pulangbato FallsAccommodates: 3
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and wifi is strongthe a/c was amazing and the wifi very reliablethe wifi is strong and ac is working wellwifi good enough for standard browsingthe wifi is stable and the speed was okayCleanliness:
rooms are clean and well maintainedroom is clean and sleeps two just finethe place is very clean and so affordablethe room is nice and cleanclean room and great locationHost:
most friendly and helpful hosthost were kind and welcomingthe hosts were kind and helpfulellen is a great hostellen is a great hostRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is good only walking distance from the bus terminalfantastic location-close to everythingi loved the locationgreat budget accommodation with the best quiet city centre location but being walking distance to everythingit was good a convenient location in the city
The dynamic city of Dumaguete
Dumaguete is a dynamic city with spectacular attractions. Whether you want to stay in the city or near the beaches, you’ll be able to easily access points of interest from any of these excellent Airbnb accommodations. All the rentals on our list will help ensure that you will be set to fully enjoy your stay here in the area. So go ahead and book a rental today.
If you’re looking for more accommodation options, you might want to check out the best beach resorts near Dumaguete.
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