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Turtle Bay Dive Resort

Cebu · Philippines

Tongo Basdiot MoalboalView location

8.8/10Excellent147 Reviews
Cleanliness9.0/109.0
Service9.4/109.4
Comfort8.2/108.2
Condition8.6/108.6
Location7.6/107.6
Neighborhood7.4/107.4
Amenities8.6/108.6
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About Turtle Bay Dive Resort

Indulge in a rejuvenating spa treatment with a massage or facial. This Mediterranean resort offers an outdoor pool, sauna, and two restaurants, including Bay View, serving Fusion cuisine. Room service is available during limited hours. Unwind with a drink at the poolside bar or one of the three bars/lounges.

Each of the 27 air-conditioned rooms features a minibar, private balcony or patio, and cable TV. Bathrooms include showers and hair dryers. Complimentary Wi-Fi, concierge services, and babysitting (surcharge) are available.

An area shuttle (surcharge) provides easy access to nearby attractions within 3 km, and a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) is available 24 hours a day. Free self-parking is also provided. The resort is conveniently located near Naomi's Bottle Museum (1. 2 km), Moalboal Market (2.

3 km), and Panagsama Beach (2. 7 km). The preferred airport is Mactan-Cebu Intl. Airport (CEB).

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With a stay at Turtle Bay Dive Resort in Moalboal, you'll be on the beach, within a 15-minute drive of Panagsama Beach and Moalboal Market. This beach resort is 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Moalboal Pier and 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Moalboal Sardine Run.

Make yourself at home in one of the 27 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars. Rooms have private balconies or patios. Cable television is provided for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature bidets and hair dryers. Featured amenities include a computer station, dry cleaning/laundry services, and multilingual staff.

A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Parking available
Airport transfers
Dining services
Concierge
Laundry
Spa
Entertainment
Beach services
Smoking areas
Childcare
Transportation services

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 2:00 PM
Check-in until 10:00 PM
Check-out until 12:00 PM
Minimum check-in age 18

Hotel policies

No rollaway/extra beds available No cribs (infant beds) available No elevators Professional property host/manager Pets not allowed

Cleaning and safety

Sanitization
Contactless check-in is available Contactless check-out is available

Important information

  • You need to know
    • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
  • Special Instructions
    This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply). To arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 10:00 PM. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
  • Instructions
    • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
    • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
    • Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
    • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
    • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
    • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Minimal age
    18
  • Optional fees
    • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately PHP 500 for adults and PHP 250 for children
    • Airport shuttle fee: PHP 3900 per vehicle (one-way)

    The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

  • Spoken Language

    Filipino

    English

Nearby attractions

Moalboal Market 2.3 km / 1.4 mi
Moalboal Pier 2.5 km / 1.6 mi
Panagsama Beach 2.7 km / 1.7 mi
Moalboal Sardine Run 2.8 km / 1.7 mi
Archery Asia 3 km / 1.8 mi
Gaisano Grand Mall Moalboal 3 km / 1.9 mi
Tuble Marine Sanctuary 5.8 km / 3.6 mi
Moalboal Marine Sanctuary 5.8 km / 3.6 mi
Tuble Marine Sanctuary 5.8 km / 3.6 mi
White Beach Moalboal 7.1 km / 4.4 mi
Asian Belgian Dive Resort 7.8 km / 4.8 mi
Ronda Public Market 9.7 km / 6 mi
Ronda Wharf 10.1 km / 6.3 mi
Busay Cave 10.2 km / 6.4 mi
Gaisano Grand Mall Dumanjug 17.2 km / 10.7 mi

Hotel facilities & services

Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.

  • Year of construction: 2008
  • Year of most recent renovation: 2012
  • Total number of rooms: 27
  • Number of floors (main building): 2
  • Number of floors (annexe): 1
  • Single rooms: 4
  • Double rooms: 13
  • Suites: 1
  • Triple rooms: 4
  • Quadruple rooms: 2
  • Executive rooms: 2
  • Family rooms: 1
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  • City centre
  • Airport
  • Beach
  • Golf course
  • Car park
  • 24-hour reception
  • Check-in hour
  • Check-out hour
  • Mobile phone coverage
  • Wi-fi
  • Transfer serviceExtra charge
  • Secure parking
  • Airport ShuttleExtra charge
  • Room service
  • Laundry service
  • Bicycle hire serviceExtra charge
  • Babysitting serviceExtra charge
  • Multilingual staff
  • 24-hour security
  • Bellboy serviceExtra charge
  • Hotel safeExtra charge
  • Currency exchange facilities
  • Cloakroom
  • Lift accessExtra charge
  • Newspaper stand
  • ShopExtra charge
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Concierge
  • Clothes dryer
  • BBQ facilities
  • Grill/BBQ
  • Private beach area
  • Library
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Smoking area
  • Highchairs
  • Poolside snack bar
  • Business centre
  • Outdoor freshwater pool
  • Children’s swimming area
  • Sun loungers
  • Parasols
  • Children playground
  • TV lounge
  • Game room
  • Sauna
  • MassageExtra charge
  • Spa treatments
  • Hairdressing salonExtra charge
  • Spa centreExtra charge
  • Breakfast
  • Picnic
  • Snacks
  • Non-smoking establishment
  • Banana boatingExtra charge
  • DivingExtra charge
  • CanoeingExtra charge
  • Table tennis
  • Cycling / mountain bikingExtra charge
  • Billiards
  • Bocce
  • Darts
Upon availability

Room types

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  • DOUBLE DELUXE QUEEN BEDDOUBLE • DELUXE QUEEN BEDDBL.DX-QN

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    DOUBLE DELUXE QUEEN BED

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    DELUXE QUEEN BED

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    Room code: DBL.DX-QN

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  • FAMILY ROOM DELUXEFAMILY ROOM • DELUXEFAM.DX

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    FAMILY ROOM DELUXE

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    DELUXE

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    Room code: FAM.DX

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  • DOUBLE DELUXE SEA VIEWDOUBLE • DELUXE SEA VIEWDBL.DX-VM

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    DOUBLE DELUXE SEA VIEW

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    DELUXE SEA VIEW

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    Room code: DBL.DX-VM

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  • Room DELUXERoom • DELUXEROO.DX

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    Room DELUXE

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    DELUXE

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    Room code: ROO.DX

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  • DOUBLE KING SIZE BEDDOUBLE • KING SIZE BEDDBL.KG

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    DOUBLE KING SIZE BED

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    DOUBLE
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    KING SIZE BED

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    Room code: DBL.KG

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  • DOUBLE SEA VIEWDOUBLE • SEA VIEWDBL.VM

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    DOUBLE SEA VIEW

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    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    SEA VIEW

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    Room code: DBL.VM

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  • Room DELUXE TWO BEDSRoom • DELUXE TWO BEDSROO.2B-DX

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    Room DELUXE TWO BEDS

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    DELUXE TWO BEDS

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    Room code: ROO.2B-DX

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  • FAMILY ROOM SUPERIORFAMILY ROOM • SUPERIORFAM.SU

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    FAMILY ROOM SUPERIOR

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    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
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    FAMILY ROOM
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    SUPERIOR

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    Room code: FAM.SU

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  • TWIN DELUXETWIN • DELUXETWN.DX

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    TWIN DELUXE

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    TWIN
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    DELUXE

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    Room code: TWN.DX

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  • TWIN SEA VIEWTWIN • SEA VIEWTWN.VM

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    TWIN SEA VIEW

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    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    TWIN
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    SEA VIEW

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    Room code: TWN.VM

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  • TRIPLE DELUXETRIPLE • DELUXETPL.DX

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    TRIPLE DELUXE

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    Guests: 1–5 • Adults: max. 3 • Children: max. 4
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    TRIPLE
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    DELUXE

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    Room code: TPL.DX

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  • Room SEA VIEWRoom • SEA VIEWROO.VM

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    Room SEA VIEW

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    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
    Room type
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    SEA VIEW

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    Room code: ROO.VM

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Guest reviews

What other guests saying about Turtle Bay Dive Resort

8.8
Excellent
147 Reviews
Cleanliness
9.0 /10
Service
9.4 /10
Comfort
8.2 /10
Condition
8.6 /10
Location
7.6 /10
Neighborhood
7.4 /10
Amenities
8.6 /10
75 reviews shown
8/10
Excellent
24 Jul 2026
Patrick
The food at the hotel was excellent and the staff were very friendly and helpful. The tours offered by the hotel are overpriced and you are better going into town to sort out a tour yourself
10/10
Exceptional
25 Jun 2026
Neil
Wow just wow. Such a nice stay. You can swim with turtles just 1 minute from resort. Food was great, people were great. 10 out of 10 stay.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
02 Jun 2026
Arnold
Good location peacefull. Food are nice staff are kind and helpfull. Pool is good. Nearby dive shop. Only cons is price is a little bit high but decent.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
13 May 2026
Allister
We have snorkeled in many different countries and were initially disappointed with the snorkeling in the Philippines (at two other locations) but found it to be great right out in front of the resort. Our daughter was diving and she found it excellent also. Our niece took her PADI certification there and enjoyed it as it was one-on-one instruction.

The bar staff were great but the restaurant service was unimpressive with patrons having to ask for a 2nd cup of coffee. The breakfast buffet was not bad but certainly not as good as other locations we stayed at.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
08 May 2026
Federico
Wonderful place to stay. To notch
10/10
Exceptional
21 Apr 2026
Katie
This was a great resort - clean, nice pool, the bar staff are lovely. There are free kayaks you can take out and check out the sea turtles and fish right out front. Not right in town, but we rented scooters and was a quick ride into town. Don't book scooters or tours directly through the hotel, they charge an extra fee on top.
Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
20 Apr 2026
Joana
This resort was amazing. The staff were all so nice and helpful. The food was very tasty. The resort itself was beautiful and peaceful. You are able to go snorkeling at the back of the resort and they provide you snorkeling gear and life jackets. We were able to see a turtle when we went snorkeling!
Friends
10/10
Exceptional
20 Feb 2026
Aoibheann
Really clean and comfortable rooms, amazing breakfast and lovely pool area
10/10
Exceptional
06 Feb 2026
Aysha
Great pool, very comfy beds, nice staff, tasty breakfast and unlimited drinking water in environment friendly reusable water containers.
About a 30 min walk to Panagsama Beach road with restaurants etc, or a tricycle/tuk tuk ride.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
23 Dec 2025
Ravinder
The stay was great, the dive shop is also really good. The customer service is excellent, they really go out of their way to make your stay as good as possible and this is what gives it something unique. The only let down was the breakfast. Also their restaurant seems to have limited options from the menu etc so we never had lunch or dinner there.
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
27 Nov 2025
Robert
Very friendly staff and beautiful view from property and nice pool and bar
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
15 Sep 2025
Greg
None.
8/10
Excellent
13 Aug 2025
Lila
Our family had a lovely stay at Turtle Bay Dive Resort! Comfortable room and really nice bathroom, kids loved the pool and game room. The food/drinks were fantastic and staff were excellent. We saw sea turtles and the sardines run on our snorkeling excursion to Pescador Island. Turtle Bay had a quiet, relaxing vibe and beautiful ocean views.
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
16 Jul 2025
Timothy James
Peaceful and relaxing. Great staff and comfortable room.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
14 Jul 2025
Anton
2 night stay with family, lovely pool, good food. Recommend the Massaman curry.
Resort is a little remote, but we hired a motobike to look around.
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
26 Jun 2025
Nathaniel
The property was well taken care of and safe. The pool was really nice along with the beds in the room being very comfortable. Staff was helpful anytime. Would have given it a 5 star except 2 things; the wifi hardly worked in our room and the water was shut off in the mornings. I mentioned the wifi to the staff but there was nothing that could be done. I had to ask for the water to be turned on first thing in the mornings. Luckily the water pressure was good and worked well throughout the day and night. The cell sefice was akso good in the area so we didn't have a problem using our own service.
Leisure Family
6/10
Pleasant
02 Jun 2025
Evan
Overall I felt like this hotel was overpriced for what you got. We stayed in a deluxe room, which was nice. Bed was comfortable. It was too hot and the AC could not keep it cool enough, but they did also have a fan. The shower was only lukewarm, not hot, but not a huge deal as it was so hot.
Restaurant was ok. Large breakfast portions were nice.
They had a shuttle to the main town for 100 php per person. Laundry was crazy expensive 350php/kg, but it was clean.
We appreciated that they arranged a driver for us to go to Osmena Peak and Kawasan Falls for us last minute (was 5000php).
We did do 2 dives with the dive shop on site. We had been planning to do more, but were not very impressed with them, so did not do more dives. They didn’t seem eager to have us dive with them (didn't respond to our email ahead of time and didn’t acknowledge us when we went down to the shop to look at the dive sites/schedule and to inquire). However we did still book. The boat was not set up well for diving (no designated spots for tanks and awkward to get ready), but the main reason we didn’t do more dives was because they pushed to get us to jump right away without checking the gear or doing a buddy check. They did let me do my checks after I said I wanted to, but then again tried to get me to jump immediately again the next dive without doing buddy checks. The did have good equipment. The fruit and tea/coffee on the boat was nice.
Lastly we did appreciate the free cold water refill stations.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
04 Apr 2025
Chris
A nice hotel on a spectacular reef. Unfortunately we were unable to dive due to illness but the snorkeling was just fine, over the course of 2 days we saw 5 turtles, a sea snake, lots of sea horses and many fish. The bed was just ok, and breakfast was average but sufficient. A short tricycle ride to town.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
18 Feb 2025
Diane
This is a dive resort with an amazing house reef! Went to pescador island from this resort and snorkelling was better on the house reef. Take a tricycle into town. It’s worth visiting. Food was good and great spot for three nights
Leisure
8/10
Excellent
08 Feb 2025
Terry
Great amenities, good service, quiet rooms, clean and safe. Good snorkeling right off the property.
Reef is starting to deteriorate with hardly any large fish left. The drop off has some of the best snorkeling.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
02 Feb 2025
Arlene
Property was quiet and away from main road. Staff was excellent very friendly and polite. Our stay was very relaxing and staff went out of their way to make our stay enjoyable. Thank you to Turtle Bay
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
16 Jan 2025
Princess li
The place was beautiful and nice and staff are all friendly. However, its not easily accessible to go anywhere else since the resort is far away from the main road. It wouldve been nice if the resort would offer a free shuttle going even to the main road and back.
10/10
Exceptional
19 Nov 2024
philip
Had a great time. The property is nice, quite and safe. About 5 minutes to town where there were plenty of dining options.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
04 Sep 2024
Simone
Nice mini oasis in a desolate part of Moalboal! Very quiet, clean, and private with knowledgeable staff. Food options are limited but the main area is a 5-10 minute drive or 30 minute walk. Awesome diving for turtles, sardines and bioluminescence.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
11 Aug 2024
Phillip
Nice
Leisure
8/10
Excellent
28 Jun 2024
tina

Wonderful Snorkeling meters away from room!

enjoyed the reef and all of the huge sea turtles snorkeling in front of this dive resort.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
27 May 2024
Abelardo
Beautiful resort, but far away from town. Staff were amazing
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
14 May 2024
Robert
See below. Or above, depending on which review gets published first!

Loved the resort, and the diving down at Panagsama (quick mention for Kuya Divers) so I extended my stay for 3 more nights.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
13 Apr 2024
Rick
Very nice! Highly recommend!!! Fantastic staff!!!
10/10
Exceptional
07 Apr 2024
Bruce

Lovely stay away from overcrowded Panagasma

Located on the serene beautiful Turtle Bay, away from the noisy very overcrowded tourist ghetto around the sardine Panagsma beach. Good snorkeling and diving gear available. Nice pool. Comfortable room. Some beautiful reef fishes, and many snorkelers see turtles after 4:30 pm. Not a sandy beach, but nice areas to sit and enjoy the views and sunsets. Rides into town are 100 Philippine pesos p/p. Breakfast good , bar on premise, and easy walk to JG's Grill for very good dinner
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
30 Mar 2024
Kristina

Wonderful Diving & Staff

I stayed here with my mom to go diving. The diving was wonderful tons of fish, coral, and turtles! The hotel room was wonderful and had a huge balcony. My mom doesn’t dive so she just relaxed by the pool. The diving crew was great at finding and pointing out sealife. My mom did a Discover Scuba off the house reef and was so excited that she saw Turtles and told everyone about it to everyone she knew!
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
27 Mar 2024
Michael
Nice property, served its purpose. Staff were friendly and kind.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
05 Mar 2024
ARLENE
Turtle Bay Dive Resort exceeded our expectations from the time we checked to our last day! Can’t ask for anything more than its location, friendly staff and homey atmosphere! We highly recommend it to everyone!
8/10
Excellent
08 Feb 2024
Anja
One of the better properties to stay at in Moalboal, the house reef in particular is fantastic for snorkelling and diving. We saw two turtles in one day!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
21 Jan 2024
Alexia
We loved our stay there because of the access to the coral reef right at the back of the property. We would spent hours snorkeling as the reef is amazing (when you get to the wall on the deeper side you can see plenty of turtles), and even did a discovery dive which was brilliant (a bit expensive though but it was with the hotel). The room was a bit dated but clean and comfortable. Cooked breakfast was lovely, and the restaurant had nice food. It's a bit further away from town so you always need to take a tricycle to do anything else than snorkeling (200 pesos for 2 one way).
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
11 Dec 2023
Kareem
This is probably one of the nicest resorts in Moalboal. Only a few things that keep it from being a true 5 star resort.

Pros:
- Staff. Staff is readily found and accommodating to any requests. Everyone was very polite.
- Snorkel/Diving. The snorkel area is amazing. Tons of corals and fish to see, and you don’t have to leave the resort! All free and included with your stay.
- Organized excursions. Transport for each excursion is handled by on-site staff. So no waiting around for a driver to show up.

Cons:
- Dining. Food is very good, but limited options and quite a bit overpriced compared to the restaurant a few minutes walk away. Included breakfast was very good though.
- Swimming Pool. The pool is large and deep (6 feet) which is nice. Could use a better cleaning though. The filter was only on for one of the 3 days we stayed.
- No Beach. Not really within their control, but understand there is no swimming area for the ocean. The snorkeling area is completely covered in coral. Great for snorkeling, but a no go for casual swimming/playing. Not really a con, just something to be aware of.

Minor mention: All restaurants and amenities were closed and unavailable to guests during their holiday party. No prior notice was given to us.

Cons are minor, I would stay again if visiting Moalboal. Overall nice resort. Just expect to pay a bit more during your stay for food and drinks.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
26 Nov 2023
Chris
Nice quiet place. Very friendly people.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
22 Nov 2023
David
All good except the restaurant, too expensive compared to elsewhere.
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
18 Nov 2023
David
Nice place, clean good access to the sea, rent a scooter because for dining you need to go out
Leisure Family
4/10
Poor
09 Oct 2023
PETER
Service from all the staff I encountered during my 4 night stay in September was very good. But I was disappointed with quite a few things; I stayed in one of the bungalows, it was small and badly in need of a full refurb as the decor was outdated. There was no suitcase rack in the room so I had to leave my suitcase on the floor

I had the American breakfast each morning, it was poor quality and skimpy with very small portions and the bread was of cheap, low quality. No multi-grain bread was available.

I was looking forward to a swim in the hotel pool but the water looked dirty and greasy. I mentiond this to a member of staff on my first day, they said they would have it cleaned but it wasn't.

It's a small resort hotel in a medium size plot, reasonably well maintained but looking a bit dated. It is on the beach, but it's not sandy, it's all gravel and rocks.

Would I stay again? No. Overall value for money was poor. I expected a lot better for the rate that I paid.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
24 Sep 2023
Cy
The property was amazing, the staff even better. They made sure we checked in and helped us with a motorbike rental. Will be back again.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
21 May 2023
Timothy Alan
Diving was well engineered and Dive Masters were excellent! I had a torn Bicep and they insured my safety on entry and exit
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
15 Apr 2023
Janelle
It was a beautiful property with beautiful ocean side view. The included breakfast was so good as well! Unfortunately not all amenities were available due to repairs and renos but the pool was very nice. Good recommendations for activities around the area! Canyoneering and Snorkelling Island hopping is a must do! Room was decent, the only complaint I have is low water pressure but otherwise it was a pleasant stay. We were out most of the day for activities anyways!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
11 Mar 2023
beau
I never write reviews but could not help myself after staying here. We loved our time staying at Turtle Bay!! The food was delicious and the diving was incredible but what stood out most of all was the hospitality of the staff. This family ran resort really house above and beyond to make you feel at home. The staff makes an effort to remember your name and they are sooo helpful with any questions you might have in your travels. The resort is kinda far from town but do not let this discourage you from staying here. They have services that will take you to any part of town.

We loved staying here and will be recommending it to others ❤️
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
23 Feb 2023
Robert
Very nice quiet place with amazing view and great restaurant
Leisure Partner
6/10
Pleasant
27 Jan 2023
Cristian
*Disclaimer: the property is still recovering from a hurricane that happened in 2 months ago.

Pros:
- The staff was super nice, we had issues with the AC, TV, and refrigerator and they came to fix it late at night.
- access to a “private” area on the beach really makes water activities seem-less
- the reef was better than what you pay for in town
- the property is beautiful
- amazing view from restaurant
- view was nice from room D
- family ran
- the rental area workers were super nice/informative and right by the water

Cons:
- room it’s self was very lacking for the price
- no wifi signal whats so ever other than by/in the restaurant
- unclear what is free and what they charge you for
- only 1 restaurant/bar open, the rest are being restored
- breakfast buffet was lacking heavily for the price and burger was a hard pass.
Leisure Friends
8/10
Excellent
01 Feb 2020
Verified traveler
Beautiful resort with a beautiful view. A bit hard to find as it is a distance from the main road. Nice accommodations, amenities could use an update.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
04 Jan 2020
Charlotte

good location and great staff

Pros: the staff are fantastic, and do everything to accommodate trips, questions etc.;
rooms are spacious and consistently kept clean;
Hotel makes all activities accessible and easy to do eg snorkelling, diving, whale sharks, kawasan falls;
water in front of hotel has its own reefs and turtles that you can rent snorkels for

Cons;
showers in room are of low quality (poor pressure)
food needs improving as v poor quality and much higher priced than local restaurants that offer better food.
Also transfers to airports and ports are significantly more than local drivers (however note that the driver has been vetted by hotel so we were willing to take that price for that reason)
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
15 Dec 2019
Md Masud

A great place to Stay

We had an amazing time at the resort. All the staffs including the owners took great care of us. Not crowded at all and we felt like we were at home. We will definitely stay there again if we are in Moalboal. Thanks CJ and the team
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
23 Nov 2019
Verified traveler
Gorgeous property unlike any other! The staff was fantastic with friendly greetings and helpfulness, and the grounds and rooms were always clean.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
21 Nov 2019
Adam

Turtle Bay Dive Resort stay

This was my favorite spot to stay in my recent trip to the Philippines. They were super welcoming and the service was amazing. From the moment we got there until we left we left we had great service from everyone at the hotel. Turtle Bay Dive Resort was a very homey feel. We already made a recommendation to another couple we met who were going to Cebu. If we ever find our way back to Moalboal in Cebu we will most definitely will be coming back.

We did the Canyoneering tour through the hotel and we absolutely loved it. This was a very private and non-commercialized trip that we went with another couple. We didn't see anyone else besides the locals that lived there. We also did snorkeling off the hotel where we saw turtles.

We loved this place! Thanks to everyone there which made it such a great experience!
Partner
8/10
Excellent
06 Oct 2019
Mor

Value for money

The hotel is really nice, the staff are really nice and helpful. They even made us take away breakfast because we left early. The con that it’s a little bit inside from the main road but we drove with our scooter at night and it was ok. Value for money. Breakfast was ok but they ask what you want if you don’t have anything to eat and that’s nice.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
29 Sep 2019
Verified traveler

Awesome Staff, Perfect Place to Relax.

One of the most welcoming staff all around. A literally hidden gem of a place for relaxation (and water sports fun) located well off from the main road. Impressive service and attention from Marits, Dianne, Jona, Gerla, Cesar, Aira, Daryl, Janet, Norma, Tiago and CJ. We learned valuable insights and wonderful facts about Moalboal. Definitely would recommend to family and friends.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
22 Aug 2019
Francesca

Generally great hotel - not sure about the bites?

The air-con in he room was brilliant and staff were very helpful. Pool and room were very clean. The tours the hotel organised for us were excellent! We only had two negatives. Firstly, the cost of the airport pickup and drop-off was high. The second issue we had was that we both were covered in bites when we slept but we never saw any mosquitos so we thought there may be bed bugs and were going to ask to switch rooms but then we spoke to another couple who had more bites than us so we just risked it. Using bug spray on our exposed skin helped but again cant be certain if it was a mosquito or bed bugs or something else.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
06 Aug 2019
Verified traveler
Nice quiet resort. No beach acceess but can rent a scooter to get to one close by
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
14 Mar 2019
Verified traveler
It was a real nice place i would stay there again.
Leisure
8/10
Excellent
06 Mar 2019
Verified traveler
Superb view from room over the bay. Room was clean and functional but dated. The diving proved to be first class though . We were also able to snorkel with numerous turtles just 30m from our sunbeds after a mornings diving.
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
28 Dec 2018
Verified traveler
CJ is an excellent host accommodating all of our requests with confidence!
We had a great time staying with Turtle Bay and would definitely recommend it to friends!
8/10
Excellent
12 Oct 2018
Verified traveler
Probably the best accommodation in Moalboal if what you want is just diving, diving, diving, and nothing else. You can take a boat right in the resort to go scuba diving. Two restaurants on site. An outdoor swimming pool on site, too. So, breakfast-2 morning dives-lunch-swimming pool-1 afternoon diving-swimming pool-snorkel-dinner-sleep and repeat it all over again the day after is amazing for passionate divers.
A bit distant from the main drag so it's a bit challenging but the reception books a ride to anywhere you want, so no worries.
10/10
Exceptional
22 Sep 2018
Verified traveler
The house reef is excellent. The staff are super good
8/10
Excellent
17 Jun 2018
Beata and Gilles

Lovely and relaxing place

When we arrived they didn't have a reservation but they did found it and thankfully we received an upgrade to the bigger room (last available). Not sure what would happen if they would be fully booked and we pre-booked 4-5 months in advance. Hotel is very far from the main town so you have to take tuk tuk but not expensive. Restaurant is good and not overpriced (prices are the same as in a town). Resort is lovely and quiet but lots of poor houses around. Diving centre is overpriced and I dived with Cebu divers which came to pick me up and had a great dives. Due to the bad weather falls were closed but reopened later and girl from the reception came to our room to advise us and we could extend our check out for later and weren't charged for that so we really appreciate hotel customer service.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
16 Jun 2018
Verified traveler
Five star amenities and food and ambience, awesome pool and seaview! Best part is the people...nicest ever!
8/10
Excellent
31 Mar 2018
Willy

SCUBA diver haven

My only negative comment would be the diversity of the food offered but then again I noticed that I stayed here longer than the average patron as I am a SCUBA diver! This place is far from everything and very private. So if you are looking to party go book in towards the town of Panagsama. But for SCUBA diving activities followed by peace and quiet and tranquility, this place can't be beat! The room was perfect for the price but the water could have been more stronger but that is a minor thing considering you are in a third world country.
10/10
Exceptional
09 Mar 2018
Maximilian

All in all - one of the bet I've ever seen: 1A+

The Hotel is located a little hidden but just super and good over all.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
15 Jan 2018
Paul

Amazing getaway Resort

Turtle Bay Resort is truly a HIDDEN GEM!! While it takes a bit of doing to get to the resort (3 hour drive to Cebu City) 10-15 min Tuk Tuk ride on a dirt road into town. The resort istelf is wonderful. The staff are super friendly, the food is large portions and everything on the menu was delicious. They have an array of daytime activities that they will help to arrange for you including diving ventures. If you are looking for a party this probably is not your type of place. This is a quiet, subdued escape. The owners and their family are all friendly and open to talking with their guests to make sure their stay is going well. An old school commonality that is seldom done these days. What was most impressive was the number of returning guests. To me a returning guest mean they loved it here and enjoyed their stay enough to go back. I for one plan on returning to this location at some point when I travel back the the Philippines. Hope this info helps you. Safe travels
10/10
Exceptional
11 Jan 2018
kerry

A short but excellent honeymoon break.

A very quiet but we'll run place. On our honeymoon and the service, staff and food were excellent. A little hard to find and bumpy access but they were minor inconveniences. Small touches like umbrellas in the rooms and access to drinking water without plastic bottles were small but well thought out additions. Hope to revisit there later in the year.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
29 Jul 2017
Verified traveler

Road Trip resort stopover

Turtle Bay Dive Resort itself was fine except perhaps they should clarify that there really is no real beach although you can jump into the water in front of the dive shop marina. There is a reef there which appears to be in excellent condition however during low tide even shallow draft boats are unable to drop off guests at the marina, they have to wade across shallow waters, dodging and oftentimes stepping on corals to get back to the dock. Maybe we just did not know the area well but if you are looking for white sand, Caribbean style beach resorts, this not the place to go. Turtle Bay Dive Resort staff were outstanding.
Family
4/10
Poor
23 Jun 2017
Bill

Problems, problems.

No water multiple times. No hot water often. The road into the resort was rough and rocky. The TV did not work until fixed 24 hrs after arrival. There was an electrical brownout that lasted several hours. Wifi codes had to be updated every 2 days. Hard to relax when constantly dealing with these problems.
10/10
Exceptional
15 Nov 2016
Verified traveler

Very relaxing with great service!

Loved our time at Turtle Bay Dive Resort. The service was sensational, all of the staff very friendly and approachable. Even the lovely owner introduced herself.
The resort gardens are beautiful, and the resort itself was very relaxing and quiet.
Very happy with our stay there, it does take awhile to get there from Cebu airport, but it is well worth the trip! Like an oasis! Would definately stay there again.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
15 Oct 2016
Verified traveler

Good resort and stuff

A bit far from the main beach but great place to stay, good rooms especially the new ones.
6/10
Pleasant
31 Jul 2016
ANGELINA

Good Location

Quick Stay for Cebu Adventure
Family
6/10
Pleasant
16 May 2016
Greig

Moalboal stay

Firstly the kitchen staff and waiters and waitresses were excellent. Cesar, Gina, and Gera Mae served us each day and always had a smile on their face.
The sea from the resort has a coral reef right next to it, with great variation of coral, sponges, fish, sea snakes and turtles (saw 7 one day).
We found the prices of food and drinks a bit expensive. The hotel was struggling with water shortages so we had not water regularly. Had to get the shower fixed and the TV fixed twice (the maintenance man was very helpful).
The pool was out of commission for two days since it was being cleaned which was disappointing but as it seemed to be in the Philippines things get done slowly. Also no sign was put up to indicate that chemicals had been added to the pool so didn't find out until after the swim so ended up ill for one night.
The spa is not actually a working spa, they phone someone in externally if you want a massage and it is quite expensive.
We had our fair share of hassle with tricycle drivers, wanting more money when you are paying over the odds as it is. Nothing is in walking distance it is in the middle of nowhere and don't expect a beach.
If you are not going to dive or snorkel not the place for you as very little else to do. Internet is very poor too and only avaliable in the restaurant.
I wouldn't book excursions through the hotel as they are double to three times the price.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
30 Mar 2016
Robert

Turtle bay lives up to its name !

I liked this hotel . Near enough for a short tricycle ride and back into Moslboal town . The staff on reception can arrange this if you wish . You have easy access to a reef for snorkelling . I even saw a turtle while at the edge of the reef. Amazing ! Family run business. The owners are approachable and friendly . Everyone seems to remember your name ! You feel the family genuinely care about your stay.i loved my room within the main building which was on the second floor . Would not hesitate in staying again ! Thank you !
8/10
Excellent
14 Feb 2016
Verified traveler

Lovely hotel views and surroundings.

Five days, location was ideal for Still expanding accommodations.
8/10
Excellent
17 Jan 2016
Ben

Relaxing hotel, tranquil environment.

Wound down here after a long holiday. Was perfect for the jet lagged traveler. Plenty of activities on the island a short bus trip away and for those cruising days a quick dive with the hotel facilities, perfect!

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Turtle Bay Dive Resort
Tongo Basdiot Moalboal, Cebu, Philippines

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