The best available Resorts to stay near Negros Island

May 10, 2023 Weston Hennigan

Discover the best Resorts in Negros Island, Visayas including Thalatta Resort, Punta Bulata Resort & Spa, Atlantis Dive Resorts Dumaguete, Mike's Dauin Beach Resort, Nature's Village Resort, Liquid Dumaguete, Salaya Beach Houses, Sea Dream Resorts, Wellbeach Dive Resort, Whispering Palms Island Resort.
Restaurants in Negros Island

1. Thalatta Resort

Maluay, Zamboanguita, Negros Oriental 6200 Philippines
Excellent
64%
Good
31%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
0%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 373 reviews

Thalatta Resort

Thalatta Beach & Dive Resort, a resort, hotel, restautant, located 25 kms from Dumaguete, in Maluay, close to Malatapay, Zamboanguita. We are facing Apo Island, one of the most famous diving spots in the Philippines. It only takes 15 minutes to Apo Island from the resort.

The most amazing place

Reviewed By chrisw00druff

I came here for 19 nights to rest up and go diving. The diving is superb - I love macro and am a photographer - some amazing critters to photograph. This is probably one of the all round best diving resorts I have ever been to. It’s not the welcome you receive - although that is excellent. It’s not the quality, furnishings, comfort of the rooms - although that is excellent. It’s not the layout of the resort - with cottages around the excellent pool - although that is excellent. It’s not the amazing restaurant and bar with the most extensive and reasonably priced menu - although that is excellent. It’s not the dive centre with modern equipment, excellent training facilities, convenient rinse tanks, storage area and camera room - although those are excellent. It’s not the dive boats with their spacious facilities and shelter from all weather conditions - although those are excellent. If it was just everything listed above you would give this a 4 or 5 - because everything above is excellent. What makes the difference here is the people. The owner - Patrick shows true leadership - is always around during peak times - waves every boat off, greets them back, always supporting his people. The people genuinely care about you and alter their service to suit your needs. Nothing is too much trouble. It is the people that make the difference here. To Patrick and the the team - I salute you all. What you have created here over 35 years is truly special and unique. Thank you

2. Punta Bulata Resort & Spa

Barangay Elijan, Cauayan, Negros Occidental 6112 Philippines
Excellent
44%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
14%
Poor
5%
Terrible
5%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 218 reviews

Punta Bulata Resort & Spa

Nestled 154 kilometers south of Bacolod City lies one of Negros Island’s best-kept secrets. Punta Bulata White Beach Resort and Spa is a tropical hidden paradise. Enjoy one whole kilometer stretch of white sand beach in privacy and exclusivity as you spend quality time with your friends and family. From native Filipino nipa‐hut cottages to luxurious spa rooms, guests at Punta Bulata Resort are able to choose from a wide variety of accommodations that are all just a few steps away from the beach. Punta Bulata Resort is known to have one of the finest and whitest beaches in Negros Island and its waters are teeming with marine and coral life.

Hard to beat in Sipalay

Reviewed By mwcowan

My wife and I had a few days after a family event, and decided to take a short vacation in Sipalay. She had heard great things about another resort, the highest-rated in the area, but they had no availability for our dates. After some research we thought Punta Bulata would be a good second choice. Turns out it's not just a good second choice, but a great first choice! Nice rooms (we had a beach cabana), pool, spacious and relaxing garden area and beachfront, friendly staff. A lovely, quiet and relaxing spot. One of our days there we decided to take a mini "road trip" around the area, and stopped into a couple of the other top-rated resorts, including the highest-rated one. After doing that, we both said that we were glad we ended up in Punta Bulata; not one of the others could even approach its charm. Like most of the resorts in the area you're depending on their restaurant for all meals; our experience was generally positive and the Lechon Manok was absolutely delicious! We also did a couple of dives through the affiliated EasyDiving dive shop, to Danjugan Island, and "Mad Max" (the Bulata pier). Danjugan had beautiful corals and abundant fish; the pier was my first "muck dive" and chance to see and photograph many small creatures including colorful nudibranchs and shrimps; and also get close (but not too close!) to schools of lionfish. Many thanks to our divemaster Panay for fun and safe dives! The only glitches were with the "free internet" as we were informed on arrival that there was actually no internet but they would rent us a portable hotspot for our stay. It took getting the manager involved but she quickly resolved the problem and let us have a hotspot free of charge. Housekeeping didn't show up one of the days but I guess we were too relaxed to worry about it; also in the restaurant we commonly experienced the annoyance where the waitperson takes my wife's order (she's Filipina) and then walks away without taking mine (I'm not Filipino). This happens almost everywhere in the Philippines, I just wish that the restaurants at the nicer resorts would train their staff better! So just a couple little issues but an otherwise wonderful stay. We'll be back on our next visit to Negros!

3. Atlantis Dive Resorts Dumaguete

Lipayo, Dauin, Negros Oriental 6217 Philippines
Excellent
80%
Good
15%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
0%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 474 reviews

Atlantis Dive Resorts Dumaguete

Just a thirty-minute drive from the local airport (only a sixty-minute flight from Manila), on a long peaceful stretch of beach, lies the lush and luxurious Atlantis Dive Resort. Surrounded by an amazing tropical garden with some of the rarest plants to be found in the Philippines it is just a short trip to some of the most renowned dive sites in Asia - Apo Island, Siquijor and of course the local Dauin Marine Sanctuaries. Want to explore more of the Philippines why visit our Puerto Galera resort

Extraordinary Dive Resort in Dauin

Reviewed By dfmerges

I've just returned from my second trip to the Atlantis Dumaguete; the last was about 5 years ago. Since then, the resort is even better than it was before ! I brought a group of 4 friends, none of whom had been here before. From the moment of our arrival at the Dumaguete airport, we were treated like VIPS. The grounds are lush, stunning and meticulously groomed. Our rooms were large, spotless, large and well appointed. Beds were very comfortable. I cannot sing the praises of the Atlantis staff loudly enough. Everyone was outgoing, friendly, kind and very competent. They will all know your name by the end of your first day there. The cuisine at the resort restaurant was incredible at every meal. The dive crew were excellent, with a very special shout out to our dive guide Genie, who has the best eyes in the ocean ! The dive crew will handle your gear for you the entire trip, and even wash it for you on your last diving day. You will dive from the traditional Filipino bancas, large and stable in the water, or from smaller covered fast boats. The dive sites (except Apo Island) are all less than 10 minutes from the resort. Dauin is mainly a macro dive area (aka muck) with abundant small and unusual creatures. BE SURE you make the trip over to Apo Island for a day of stunning healthy reefs, hard and soft corals, abundant fish and some turtles. Bring some small bills to buy souvenir shirts from the women who canoe out to the dive boat at lunchtime. This is a VERY well run resort, with managers Kris and Marco actively "hands-on" and engaging with the guests. The Atlantis is truly a 5 star concierge level experience. My friends and and I are already planning our return trip !

4. Mike's Dauin Beach Resort

District 3 Poblacion, Dauin, Negros Oriental 6200 Philippines
Excellent
84%
Good
12%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 641 reviews

Mike's Dauin Beach Resort

Mike’s Dauin Dive Resort is a small Hotel and Dive Centre located in Dauin, just 20 minutes south of Dumaguete on Negros Island. Our twelve rooms beautifully are only meters from the beach, as is our lagoon pool complete with waterfall. Our aim is to provide you with the highest quality holiday and diving experience and our comfortable size means we can provide you with a relaxed and intimate resort atmosphere. Most guests board our custom built Banca boats to dive or snorkel the stunning paradise of Apo Island only a short ride away. This premier dive site is one of the oldest and best managed marine sanctuaries in the Philippines. Expect large shoals of fish, many sea turtles and spectacularly colourful coral gardens. Closer still are the dives at Dauin, which are recognised as some of the best macro-photography sites in the Philippines with the chance of meeting Frogfish, Seahorses, Flamboyant Cuttlefish and the famous Blue-ringed Octopus.

Wonderful stay

Reviewed By kendycandy

Stayed with the whole family and it was simply amazing. Rooms are very clean and spacious. Staff are amazing, stayed for a week and never get tired of their food. Such a great variety and chef is so nice with all of our kid's extra request. Will definitely stay here again.

5. Nature's Village Resort

Zone 15 Talisay Highway, Talisay, Negros Occidental 6115 Philippines
Excellent
33%
Good
42%
Satisfactory
15%
Poor
4%
Terrible
6%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 120 reviews

Nature's Village Resort

Nature’s Village Resort (NVR) is a garden paradise located in Talisay City – only 3.5km from the province’s capital, Bacolod. Set against the backdrop of Mt. Marapara, the resort offers unique accommodations where nature-lovers can bask in unspoiled beauty while remaining close to the city. At NVR, you are nestled right at the heart of business and leisure as it bridges Silay City — home to turn-of-the-century Spanish ancestral houses of Negros Island — and Bacolod City — home to the region’s colorful Masskara Festival. Nature’s Village Resort seeks to promote sustainable tourism and to educate guests to care for the environment. The Village Farm’s vegetables are used by the kitchen and served fresh to the guests. Water conservation guidelines are provided and a copy of the tourist’s guide for being a responsible traveler can be found in all hotel rooms.

Peaceful, quiet, isolated...

Reviewed By Hermit P

This is a slightly down-at-the-heel place that could benefit by a touch-up. Don't let that put you off though. This resort/hotel has some of the friendliest, politest, helpful staff that I have recently encountered. I ended up here after an absolutely dreadful experience at another Bacolod hotel, which I had fled after the 2nd night of a 7 night stay. This was a breath of fresh air. Literally. It's outside the city, about 200 meters off the highway, the grounds are covered in greenery and the air was actually clean-smelling. Which is something if you've ever been in Bacolod. It is a bit isolated, and I strongly recommend having the Grab Ride Hailing app on your phone as taxis don't patrol here, but there is a shopping center 0.3 km (easy, flat walk) away. The on-site restaurant is decent and it's incredibly quiet and peaceful. It's a favorite spot for weddings and receptions, but all was quiet every night of the 4 night stay by 2000 hours. Again, what makes this place a gem is the staff. Really, why do you stay at a hotel, and why do you return to a hotel again and again? It's not necessarily the chocolate on your pillow or the brand name. It's the STAFF that make your stay. This is a hotel where the staff will MAKE YOUR STAY (Sorry, had to go all Dirty Harry there). Really though, great value, peaceful, quiet. Recommended.

6. Liquid Dumaguete

Km 12.5, Bulak, Dauin, Negros Oriental 6200 Philippines
Excellent
78%
Good
13%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
4%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 396 reviews

Liquid Dumaguete

Our resort has been designed with the modern traveler in mind and we pride ourselves on offering excellent facilities and service at a very reasonable rate. All accommodation at Liquid are in the form of individual beach front cottages, set on a secluded section of beach in the Barangy of Bulak, Dauin. Our 1KM winding access road takes you away from the noise of the highway and makes it hard to believe that we are only a 20 minute drive from Dumaguete City. Featuring 2 outdoor pools, Liquid Dive Resort is located in Dauin, 7.8 mi from Dumaguete. The resort has an in-house PADI dove center, a coffee shop, a restaurant with a poolside bar, and a games area with pool table. Liquid Dive Resort offers PADI courses from beginners to professional level. Snorkeling and land tours can also be arranged upon request. Dumaguete Airport is approximately 9.9 mi from the property. We speak your language!

Great staff, chill vibe, fantastic diving

Reviewed By D5545PFjudiths

Extremely friendly and helpful staff! Great food and overall nice setting of the resort with a chill atmosphere in the bar and pool area. The diving team is fantastic, very knowledgeable, safe, fun and great spotters of the small creatures hiding in Dauin's coast.

7. Salaya Beach Houses

Lipayo, Dauin, Negros Oriental 6217 Philippines
Excellent
87%
Good
9%
Satisfactory
1%
Poor
1%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 147 reviews

Salaya Beach Houses

Opened in 2015, Salaya Beach Houses offers 9 modern beachfront apartments and penthouses, an infinity 22-meter swimming pool, dedicated dive shop and boat, pool bar, air-conditioned restaurant, yoga, massage, conferencing and workshop facilities. Dahon Restaurant, offers contemporary European and Filipino style cuisine in the conservatory-style setting in the luscious tropical gardens of Salaya Beach Houses.

Very good place. No Wifi available

Reviewed By ace37mike

Food is excellent. Beach has coral reef for snorkeling. Pool side is excellent. Stay is excellent. Just that there is no wifi and bad network signal. The road going inside is rocky. Would go back again soon. Highly recommend. Just fix the wifi.

8. Sea Dream Resorts

Sea Dream Drive Masaplod Sur, Dauin, Negros Oriental 6217 Philippines
Excellent
67%
Good
17%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
5%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 152 reviews

Sea Dream Resorts

Our resort is a private sanctuary where your dream of a relaxing holiday becomes reality. This extraordinary place, apparent at a single glance from any vantage point, is carefully designed and combines with the owner's philosophical principles, so that every guest can settle, even the most restless of souls, and even the most staid and seasoned travellers can find excitement here. If anything truly defines Sea Dream Resorts, it is the value we attach to the treasured memories of our guests in their unparalleled journeys. Building upon our own deeply etched sultan-like experiences as travellers has endowed us with a rich tradition of hospitality and sharing in the capturing and transforming of moments with us into luxury memories for our guests. We believe in expressing a "one team" attitude, with a sharp focus on winning and achieving results, meaning satisfied guests.

great resort. shame about the owner.

Reviewed By nicc643

we had - up until checking out - a good experience here. however, whilst checking out, the property couldnt get their card reader to work, which apparently necessitated a visit from the very obnoxious owner. due to his own property shortcomings, he felt it necessary to harangue me in the reception area over a bill of less than 6 euro. frankly, having worked in hospitality for over 20 years, i found his tone to be off, to say the least. I wont be back.

9. Wellbeach Dive Resort

Km 22 Mojon, Maluay, Zamboanguita, Negros Oriental 6218 Philippines
Excellent
62%
Good
24%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
2%
Terrible
5%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 106 reviews

Wellbeach Dive Resort

The well maintained resort with a personal touch is a wonderful place to unwind. If you’re looking for a place to relax, Wellbeach Dive Resort is the place to go.Twenty minutes from Dumaguete center, on the island Negros. (Negros Oriental).

Great staycation on the beach

Reviewed By nicc643

Booked last minute for an overnight to escape the latest brown out, and took advantage of their boat trip to Southern NegOr dive sites which were new to many on-board. Capably managed by the owners Guido and Marevic with a friendly and helpful staff, the food and shakes were great. Room adequate with good water pressure, altho the bed was pretty firm. A pool (billiards) table was a nice addition, altho MacMac is a total pool shark ?

10. Whispering Palms Island Resort

Sipaway Island San Carlos City Negros Occidental, Negros Occidental Philippines
Excellent
30%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
27%
Poor
6%
Terrible
5%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 64 reviews

Whispering Palms Island Resort

Wedding

Reviewed By IngelaA

That was fantastic and the staff and owner was very service minded and lovely. We visit the island for wedding and it was a wonderful wedding. That was not high season so we have the resort for us self.

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