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Villa Amparo Beach Resort is fast becoming one of the top destination resorts of Samal Island in the Philippines. Nestled in the northern side of Samal Island facing bustling Davao City, the resort capitalizes on its lush garden setting to lure visitors from across the gulf that are looking for a quiet weekend with family or friends.
Formally named Villa Amparo Garden Beach Resort, this Samal Island gem seems to have extended the “garden” feature of the property into its crystal clear waters where fish of different kinds and sizes abound. With a burgeoning coral garden on its sea floor, it will not be a surprise if diving soon becomes an attraction at the resort.
Villa Amparo offers 10 different types of accommodations. From the low-cost Native Hut to the top-end Penthouse, there is something to suit families of different sizes and budgets. The Native Huts and Basement Rooms have no air conditioner and guests who stay in these must share a common bathroom. At less than $20 a night for the former, it’s hard to imagine anyone complaining. Each can accommodate up to 4 people.
Travelers looking for a bit more comfort can choose one of the air conditioned option; each with a private bathroom that has both hot and cold water. Some of the rooms offer special features. The Boardwalk Rooms have a mini balcony with a beach view. The Family Room has a kitchen and dining area. And the Penthouse has a fully furnished mini kitchen and a terrace with a fantastic view.
Besides the rooms for overnight stays, the resort has an Islet Hut, Islet Gazebo and Boardwalk Gazebo available for day use. These have a capacity of 4, 8 and 15 individuals respectively.
With so much to offer when it comes to activities and entertainment, guests will tire of swimming, kayaking, jet skiing, and playing various sports. Photography enthusiasts need only point and shoot for almost every angle offers a perfect shot. Among the favorite focal points are the Royal Gazebo and Little Samal, a man made islet accessible by a narrow footbridge from the resort’s boardwalk.
The food at Villa Amparo is always served fresh and well-prepared. Guests may dine anywhere in the resort. They just need to inform the server of their preferred spot. While tasty, the dishes were nothing to rave about. This is one area that needs improvement.
Villa Amparo Beach Resort is also home to excellent people who stand as fine examples of the famous Filipino hospitality. The top-notch service is reason enough to choose this resort over others in the general area.
On an island like Samal Island, it’s hard to choose the perfect resort as there are so many but Villa Amparo Garden Beach Resort stands out from the rest not just because of its beauty but more for its excellent location, beautiful environment and quality service.
Video: Villa Amparo Beach Resort Review
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