Badian is a strategic base in South Cebu if you plan to do the famous canyoneering as well as explore the southern parts of the province. In this guide, we highlighted the best hotels and resorts in Badian, Cebu to give you an idea of where to stay.
Cebu province is home to many cities and towns with places of interest, and one of these is the town of Badian. This third-class municipality is famous for the stunning three-tier Kawasan Falls and is sandwiched between the famous diving destination of Moalboal and the waterfalls town of Alegria.
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Choosing the Best Hotels and Resorts in Badian, Cebu
Our hotel and resort recommendations are based on our personal experience. We also take into account factors such as:
- Location. Is it accessible to basic services?
- Internet. Is it fast enough to get some work done?
- Price. Is it competitive and reasonable?
- Cleanliness. Is it clean, orderly, and well-maintained?
- Staff. Is the staff courteous, polite, and accommodating?
We also want to emphasize that real guest experiences were a huge factor when we came up with our recommendations for the best hotels and resorts in Badian. Combining all these criteria, here are our top picks for the best accommodations in Badian:
| BOOKING.COM RATING | GOOGLE RATING | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Cuestas Beach Resort and Restaurant | 9.2/10 | 4.6/5 | Find deals on Booking.com! |
| 2. Banamboo | 9.0/10 | 5.0/5 | Find deals on Booking.com! |
| 3. Badian Island Wellness Resort | 7.9/10 | 4.4/5 | Find deals on Booking.com! |
| 4. Eskapo Verde | 9.8/10 | 4.8/5 | Find deals on Booking.com! |
| 5. SBG Resort Lambug | 8.6/10 | 4.3/5 | Find deals on Booking.com! |
| 6. Ging-Ging Tourist Inn | 8.4/10 | 4.2/5 | Find deals on Booking.com! |
| 7. House of TamSe Laagans’ Inn | 9.5/10 | 4.8/5 | Find deals on Booking.com! |
| 8. Robinland Vacation Home | 8.4/10 | 4.3/5 | Find deals on Booking.com! |
| 9. Maui’s Place | 8.3/10 | 4.0/5 | Find deals on Booking.com! |
| 10. Soul Travellers Dagatan Castle | 9.2/10 | 4.6/5 | Find deals on Booking.com! |
1. Cuestas Beach Resort and Restaurant
For guests who want a resort that has its own private beach, Cuestas Beach Resort and Restaurant is a great option. This resort has a private beach area lined with shaded areas where you can sit down after swimming in the waters, or just lounge around as you watch the sun go down. The rooms are situated hillside above the beach area, giving you an overlooking view of the sea. Beside the rooms is a swimming pool where you can cool off and just chill out if you’re not in the mood to get some sand between your toes.
Rooms in Cuestas Beach Resort are very affordable, starting at 1,700 PHP (~30.72 USD) per night. This already includes breakfast courtesy of their Restaurant.
Location: Malabago (see map)
Booking.com Rating: 9.2/10
Google Rating: 4.6/10
2. Banamboo
For travelers who want the best in terms of quiet and privacy, Banamboo is the perfect option. This hostel is hidden among bamboo, banana, mango, and palm trees in an area about 5 minutes away from main roads, meaning that it’s very quiet and cool here. Banamboo is located about two minutes away from Kansanto Spring, where a freshwater swimming pool can be found.
Each room in Banamboo is separated from one another and has its own garden terrace where you can just sit down and relax. Guests who stay in dorm rooms even have some privacy, because each bunk bed is placed in a private capsule. Truly the best option for those who want to recharge in peace. Stays in Banamboo start at 1,200 PHP (~21.68 USD) for a bunk bed in a dorm room, breakfast included.
Location: Lambug (see map)
Booking.com Rating: 9.0/10
Google Rating: 5.0/5
3. Badian Island Wellness Resort
Badian Island Wellness Resort is a world-class, upscale 5-star resort located on the coast of Badian Island, about a 5-minute boat ride from the mainland. It boasts of high-end amenities and is designed to give guests the best when it comes to relaxation. Each room features a combination of traditional and modern Filipino-inspired designs, adding to the warmth and coziness of your stay. The resort arranges snorkeling and diving trips and provides for beach activities such as volleyball. When you’re tired, you can indulge in treatments designed to relieve you of stress and recharge you before you go.
Stays at Badian Island Wellness Resort start at 21,780 PHP (~393.42 USD), but the rates can drop significantly depending on the season. The highest-end rooms have their own private pool with ionized filtered seawater, which is great for your well-being.
Location: Badian Island (see map)
Booking.com Rating: 7.9/10
Google Rating: 4.4/5
4. Eskapo Verde
Eskapo Verde is a 1-star accommodation located near the border of Badian and Moalboal. It offers clean rooms with Filipino-inspired designs, making it one of the cozier and more relaxing yet affordable places to stay in the area. As its name, which roughly translates to “green escape,” implies, the hostel is surrounded by lush greenery on all sides. There are no public beaches nearby. Instead, you can rent out paddleboards or two-person kayaks and go on a mangrove tour around the area, with local guides accompanying you.
Stays at Eskapo Verde start at 850 PHP (~15.35 USD) for a bed in a dorm room. Rooms with private bathrooms start at 3,776 PHP (~68.20 USD). All rooms are non-air-conditioned.
Location: Bugas (see map)
Booking.com Rating: 9.8/10
Google Rating: 4.8/5
5. SBG Resort Lambug
For travelers looking for an accessible resort that’s near the beach, SBG Resort Lambug is a great option. This resort is situated less than 1 kilometer away from Lambug Beach, just along the main road. It has its own swimming pool so you won’t have to go far to swim. And if you’re in the mood to go around but don’t have your own vehicle, you can rent a scooter from here. Like most resorts and hostels here, SBG Resort Lambug also offers affordable Kawasan Canyoneering packages that start and end with pickup and dropoff at the resort.
Stays here start at 2,200 PHP (~39.75 USD) per night. All rooms, regardless of position, have a porch area where you can hang out and dry your clothes after a swim.
Location: Lambug (see map)
Booking.com Rating: 8.6/10
Google Rating: 4.3/5
6. Ging-Ging Tourist Inn
Located right at the center of Poblacion, the most crowded and vibrant area in Badian, Ging-Ging Tourist Inn is best used as a base for all of your activities in this area of Cebu Province. It’s just a short walk away from the Badian Public Market where you can buy all sorts of food items, is near a variety of stores and shops for all your necessities, and is also near the bus terminal where you can find your next ride to another place in the province. It’s the perfect place for backpackers and those who want to jump from one adventure to another.
Stays in Ging-Ging Tourist Inn start at 1,250 PHP (~22.58 USD). The rooms are clean and spacious and are designed to give you a good night’s sleep after an exhilarating day trekking Kawasan and other places in Badian.
Location: Poblacion (see map)
Booking.com Rating: 8.4/10
Google Rating: 4.2/5
7. House of TamSe Laagans’ Inn
For travelers who want to stay in a place that lets you be at one with nature, House of TamSe Laagans’ Inn is the perfect choice. This inn, which is located near Kansanto Spring, features a wide garden where guests can hang out under the canopy of the night sky. It’s a family-oriented hostel that has a gym for fitness buffs, a playground where kids can freely play, and a billiards pool for guests of all ages. It also has a kitchen where you can cook your own food. Staying here feels like a real vacation away from home.
House of TamSe Laagans’ Inn’s rates are very, very affordable. Stays here start at 567 PHP (~10.23 USD) plus taxes for a room for two.
Location: Lambug (see map)
Booking.com Rating: 9.5/10
Google Rating: 4.8/5
8. Robinland Vacation Home
The aptly-named Robinland Vacation Home is an oasis situated beside the sea in Matutinao in Badian. It offers spacious, cozy rooms; has relaxing lounge areas where you can sit and get a breather; and has a big swimming pool where you can take a dip and watch the sun go down at the end of the day. All of these, plus other amenities such as a private beach area where you can swim or just laze around and feel the breeze, make this place a great vacation home.
The resort is great for families and big groups, but it’s also just as good for couples looking for a quick getaway. Stays here start at 2,520 PHP (~45.49 USD) per night.
Location: Matutinao (see map)
Booking.com Rating: 8.4/10
Google Rating: 4.3/5
9. Maui’s Place
Maui’s Place might not have the bells and whistles that other resorts and hostels have, but it doesn’t need to. This hostel is perfect for those who want to stay somewhere secluded yet accessible, and affordable yet comfortable. It’s located within a residential area, and you’ll need to walk a bit from the main road to get here, but it’s worth the stroll—Maui’s Place is quiet and able to provide you with a good night’s sleep every time.
The hostel is within walking distance to Kansanto Spring, but if you have a vehicle with you it will make going around even easier. Stays at Maui’s Place start at 1,398 PHP (~25.24 USD) for a room for two.
Location: Lambug (see map)
Booking.com Rating: 8.3/10
Google Rating: 4.0/5
10. Soul Travellers Dagatan Castle
Last but not least, if you’re looking for an affordable place to use as a base for your adventures in Badian and nearby towns and cities, Soul Travellers Dagatan Castle might be perfect for you. This hostel is a guesthouse that was renovated to cater to visitors. It’s located far from the sea but is accessible enough for public transportation—making it a good choice for travelers who want to stay somewhere quiet. The hostel boasts of a garden and picnic area where you can rest with your companions.
Stays at Soul Travellers Dagatan Castle start at 352 PHP (~6.35 USD) for a bed in a dorm room. The most expensive room costs 1,320 PHP (~23.82 USD) per night.
Location: Poblacion (see map)
Booking.com Rating: 9.2/10
Google Rating: 4.6/5
Best Things to Do in Badian
Badian is one of the must-visit places in Cebu. Whether you are planning to do canyoneering in Badian or see Kawasan Falls, you have a bunch of options for your accommodation in Badian.
If you are still planning for your trip to Badian, check out our range of travel guides:
- Badian, Cebu Canyoneering: A Complete Guide to Kawasan Falls Canyoneering
- Badian Tourist Spots to Visit
- How to Get to Badian, Cebu
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