Calmness… solitude and a life worth living. Experience genuine serenity to your heart’s content at a truly “bali bali” (which means “beautiful” in the Pangasinan native dialect) close to nature delight.
Bali Bali Beach Resort takes pride of its uniquely positioned tourist-friendly attraction in the Island Garden City of Samal. Named after the famed Bali island of Indonesia, the resort is seemingly superior among other resorts in the region. It’s a semi-private one-hectare property at the southwest coastline of the Samal Island that is well-loved because of its exceptional guest services and amenities. The resort operates on pre-booked or pre-arranged accommodations; strictly no walk-ins. Exclusivity at its best.
Since December 2006 when it was formally opened to the public, Bali Bali Beach Resort has been the top-of-the-mind resort of lifestyle and vacation enthusiasts. Highly appreciated because of its stylish Asian-inspired six villas, the resort offers different Asian-themed ambiance of the Thai, Indonesia, Japanese, Filipino, Chinese, and Mediterranean cultures.
The resort is beyond doubt blessed with various flora and fauna; and an ingenious landscaping that preserves the authentic magnificence of nature. Guests coming in by land or by boat are warmly welcomed in The Pavilion, which serves as the main hall of Bali Bali where food is served. To maintain the serenity of the place married couple Mr. Romy and Mrs. Ester Garcia decided not to put television sets in the rooms, except only in the main sala of the pavilion. It sets perfectly the reflective atmosphere, where one can actually hear and appreciate the sounds of nature such as the calming sound of the sea waves, the cool breeze and the sweet songs of the birds and crickets.
Just right in front of the Pavilion is the major attraction of the resort – the highly inviting infinity pool, which extends its stunning sight up to the ocean. In the near end of the stretch from the Pavilion is the soothing beachfront where one can find two open huts or cabanas called the Bale Houses on both sides. These are ideal for a relaxing full body massage by the sea.
Accommodation Packages
Inclusive of a full day’s meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner), the resort offers perfect overnight accommodations:
Bali Bali Suites
Two types of suites, priced at Php 6,900 per suite per night; excellent for 2 persons with a full day’s meals. In excess of two persons, add Php 1,700.00 per head (inclusive of meals). Child (4-10 yrs old) rate is Php 850.00 per head. Php 5,700.00 is the single occupancy rate.
Garden Villas
Four villas: Thai, Balinese, Oriental and Mediterranean
At Php 5,900 per room per night, the Garden Villas is perfect for 2 persons with a full day’s meals. In excess of two persons, add Php 1,700.00 per head (inclusive of meals). Child (4-10 yrs old) rate is Php 850.00 per head. Php 4,700.00 is the single occupancy rate.
Exclusive Use Package
Ideal for intimate and personal gatherings of family and friends, swim parties or special functions, the resort also offers their so-called “Exclusive Use†package. This package is good for a maximum of 24 adults who seeks to enjoy the exclusivity of the entire resort, villas and other amenities.
Rate: Php 26,000.00 (for room accommodation only). Meals (full day’s) will be charged at Php 1,200.00 per head.
Day Tour Package
Take pleasure of the resort’s splendor within a day as you avail their Day Tour Package. Be gastronomically filled and have lunch at the Pavilion and have the entire day for fun and excitement. The adult rate is Php 1,000 per person (inclusive of lunch) and the child rate (4-10 years old): Php 500 per head (inclusive with lunch).
Exclusive (Daytour) Use
Guests may avail of the “Exclusive Use” day tour package for big groups or gatherings. This package allows visitors to enjoy the resort, all villas and its amenities with exclusivity and privacy from sunup to sundown.
Rate: Php 15,000 per day for day tour accommodation only (exclusive of food and beverages). Food arrangements of the guests shall be coordinated with the resort restaurant.
Special Occasions
Bali Bali Resort accommodates also for specially-arranged occasions like bachelor or bridal showers, weddings, reunions, birthdays, and etc. Special packages will be coordinated perfectly for you.
Weddings
Having a dream wedding will now be possible. Be carefree as Bali Bali Resort offers a superb wedding package just right for that very significant day of you and your loving partner’s life. The accommodation package starts at Php 50,000 that includes: a 3 day-2 night exclusive use of the resort for a maximum of 30 staying-in guests, in-house sound system, standard wedding set-up with banquet tables, chairs with table cloth and covers.
For the wedding banquet, the couple will have to coordinate with the resort manager for the reception’s special menu. The rate starts at Php 500 per head. The couple can avail for other wedding preparations; this will be charged accordingly and separately.
Spa Services
To complete your relaxing stay, Bali Bali Resort also provides “so satisfying†and pampering whole body massage by the sea. It’s all done at the massage and spa cottages called the Bale´ House. Feel the gentle sea wind as you cherish the stress-releasing spa services. You just have to schedule your appointments beforehand if you wish to avail of the spa services. Rates are as follows:
Foot Reflexology / Massage – Php 400.00/hour
Complete Foot Spa (foot scrub, foot massage plus pedicure) – Php 1,000.00
Whole Body Massage – Php 700.00 / hour
Facilities & Amenities
The resort is complete with facilities that will ensure worth-remembering visit or stay:
- Digital Videoke System
- DVD/CD Sound System
- Television set with Cable services
- Beach/Beachfront with Huts for massage and spa services
- Infinity Swimming pool
- Outdoor Jacuzzi
Rental of aqua sports and gears like snorkel equipment, ocean kayak, and the like will be charged separately. Advanced aqua sports activities like speed boat, diving, jetski, wake boarding, and banana boat may be arranged in advance with the resort’s booking office.
How To Get To Bali Bali
Bali Bali Beach Resort is located at Brgy. Catagman, Island Garden City of Samal. To visit, the first-rate resort in the region, here are four easy ways to get there:
1. Your Own Car. You can drive your way to the resort as you take the Davao-Samal Ferry Boat at Sasa Wharf. On the occasion that you are on the island already, turn right and have a 20-minute car trip heading south along the Coastal Road of Samal Island.
2. Boat Transfer. Bali Bali Beach Resort also provides boat transfers from the mainland Davao to the resort. The docking area is at the Davao Boat Club Marina, Lanang Aplaya. The Chartered Boat is worth Php 2,500.00 which is good for 15 persons. For reservations, kindly contact their booking office.
3. Using Company Vehicle. If you opt to take the land/barge transfers, you can arrange a private vehicle service to take you to the resort and back. Fees will apply accordingly; their booking office is ready to accommodate any land/barge transfer arrangements.
4. If You Can Swim. 
Now if you have your own speed boat and cruise, the resort is at bearing 7° 03’ 50.75†N 125° 41’ 01.41†and you can smoothly head towards the southern part of the island until you reach the Bali Bali Beach Resort.
Justly worth every visit, Bali Bali Beach Resort offers the best and the finest escape from the hustle-bustle of the metropolis.
For booking arrangements and reservations, you may visit their Davao office:
Damosa Arcade,
Mamay Road, Lanang,
Davao City.
Just look for the resort manager.
Likewise, you may also address your concerns and inquiries through their hotline: +63(82)234-6415.
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This Bali Bali Beach Resort article is written by Julius Piala.
