The Best Beach Resort In Badian Cebu

Picture nature, private beaches, and spacious rooms. Think resorts with large pools, friendly staff, and affordable rates. In this guide, we explore the best beach resorts in Badian Cebu – along with incredible group homes, exclusive retreats, and budget-friendly stays.

 

Where is Badian?

Badian is a town in South Cebu, best known for its epic Kawasan canyoneering and picture-perfect waterfalls. Its neighbouring town, Moalboal, serves as the island’s party hub. But for those who prefer nature and a bit of solitude, Badian is the perfect escape.

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How to get to Badian from Cebu City?

Step 1: Go to the South Bus Terminal in Cebu City.

Step 2: Take a Ceres Liner bus bound for Bato via Barili.

Step 3: Tell the conductor you’re getting off in Badian

 

If you are travelling as a group and are looking for more flexibility, why not rent a car or get a private driver? This way you can stop at the epic spots i.e. Mantyupan Falls on the way to Badian.

 

Best Beach Resorts In Badian Cebu

Badian Island Wellness

The best beach resort in Badian Cebu is undoubtedly this one. Located on an island, just a 5-minute boat ride away, this resort is the pinnacle experience in the Philippines.

Overlooking the lagoon and mountains, it offers luxurious rooms with private balconies. Facilities include a cascading saltwater pool, luscious gardens, a spa village and a sauna.

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Activities include volleyball and badminton, as well as the opportunity to arrange diving and snorkelling trips.

 

Cuestas Beach Resort

This beach resort and restaurant features a private beach area, with an incredible coral reef just off the shoreline. The highlight of this hotel is the spacious pool outside, surrounded by luscious gardens.

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The friendly staff are accommodating and can happily arrange tours and direct you to nearby activities.

 

Oceanfront accommodation In Badian Cebu

Eskapo Verde Lodge

Located on the edge of Badian, this accommodation offers the peace of Badian, combined with the convenience of being close to Moalboal. This top-rated accommodation (9.6/10 on booking.com) is a guest favourite, offering private and shared rooms.

House of Nature Badian

Tucked on the northern tip of Badian, this entire house rental is perfect for large families and big groups. Its aesthetic design, privacy and oceanfront access make this place so epic.

Be warned, the wifi here isn’t so great, but that’s perfect to disconnect for a while.

 

Robinland Vacation Home

This is the most modern beach resort in Badian. Offering spacious villas, a large pool and sun terrace, Robinland promises a more luxurious stay in southern Cebu.

Beach resorts in Lambug:

Lambug Beach homestay

This budget-friendly beach resort in Badian is perfect for those on a limited budget. Prices for a dorm bed are just 400php per person.

 

Grandeur Beach Resort

This homely beach resort features 20 guest rooms with direct access to the beach. Rooms start at 1500peso for a fan room and progress to 3500peso for 2 queen beds with aircon, making it a perfect option for families with young kids.

Casa De Amor Lambug

This modern property has a Bali-style aesthetic, with plump pillows, white walls and a minimalist boho vibe.

While the accommodation is not beachfront, it is only a short ride from Lambug Beach.

SBG Resort Lambug

A beautiful property intertwined with nature, SBG Resort is best for those seeking solitude and peace.

 

The property boasts an incredible pool, fish pond, outdoor seating areas and lush garden. Just a 5-minute walk from Lambug Beach, this property is extremely peaceful.

Beaches In Badian & Nearby

There are many beaches in Badian and Moalboal, as well as many secluded coves and coastal swimming spots to explore.

 

The Top Beaches:

Lambug Beach – a long stretch of powdery sand, with many accommodations and restaurants. There is a 45php entrance fee to Lambug (waived for locals), to help preserve the beach.

Badian Island Beach Front – a private beach for guests of Badian Island Wellness Resort

White Beach, Moalboal – a white fluffy beach in Moalboal, famous amongst tourists for its turtle sightings

Panagsama Beach, Moalboal – a beach rocky at one end and sandy at the other, made famous for its sardine run.

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Lambug Beach

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