Escape to the serene Buena Vida Resort and Spa, where a continental breakfast, scuba diving adventures, and rejuvenating spa treatments await. Unwind on the sun-kissed beach with a refreshing cocktail or indulge in international cuisine at Buena Vida Bistro.
Malapascua Island, Barangay Road, Daanbantayan, 6010
What's nearby
Bounty Beach - 5 min walk
Logon Church - 6 min walk
Daanbantayan Ferry Port - 7 min walk
Bagacay Point Lighthouse - 3 min drive
Guimbitayan Beach - 4 min drive
Getting around
Mactan - Cebu Intl. Airport (CEB) - 70.6 miles/113.7 km
Restaurants
Langob Beach Bar - 4 min drive
Sugbo Maya - 108 min drive
Amihan - 7 min walk
Ocean Vida Beach Restaurant - 3 min walk
Angelina - 7 min walk
About this property
Buena Vida Resort and Spa
Buena Vida Resort and Spa is a great choice for a stay in Daanbantayan. You can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant and visit the spa to be pampered with hot stone massages, body scrubs, or aromatherapy. Other features include a terrace and a garden.
Languages
English, Filipino
At a glance
Hotel size
12 units
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is noon
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 6 AM - 11 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 11 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
Children (4 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
No onsite parking
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free continental breakfast each morning 7 AM–10 AM
Restaurant
Room service (limited hours)
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
What to do
Yoga classes
Kayaking
Boat tours
Scuba diving
Snorkeling
Beach access
Working away
Meeting room
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Beach towels
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Terrace
Full-service spa
Massage/treatment rooms
Room amenities
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Sleep well
Free crib/infant bed
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
What to enjoy
Furnished balcony/patio
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Free bottled water
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Special features
Spa
Vida Spa has 4 treatment rooms. Services include hot stone massages, Swedish massages, body scrubs, and body treatments. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a hot tub. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology. The spa is open daily.
Fees & policies
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for PHP 1500 per night
Policies
This property accepts credit cards.
Also known as
Buena Vida Resort Daanbantayan
Buena Vida Daanbantayan
Buena Vida Resort
Buena Vida Resort Spa
Buena Vida Spa Daanbantayan
Buena Vida Resort and Spa Resort
Buena Vida Resort and Spa Daanbantayan
Buena Vida Resort and Spa Resort Daanbantayan
Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at Buena Vida Resort and Spa?
Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Buena Vida Resort and Spa?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Buena Vida Resort and Spa.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Buena Vida Resort and Spa?
You can check in starting at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.
What is there to do at Buena Vida Resort and Spa and nearby?
Have fun with onsite activities like kayaking, snorkeling, and scuba diving. Additional recreation onsite includes yoga. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy other amenities such as spa services and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Buena Vida Resort and Spa?
Yes, Buena Vida Bistro offers international cuisine.
Does Buena Vida Resort and Spa have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a furnished balcony or patio.
What's the area around Buena Vida Resort and Spa like?
Buena Vida Resort and Spa is a short 5-minute walk from Bounty Beach and 7 minutes' walk from Daanbantayan Ferry Port.
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Buena Vida Resort and Spa Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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9.0/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
8.6/10
Amenities
8.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Very good
Dec 26, 2024
Nice resort, breakfast at the ocean Vida could be improved, we had loud music from the neighbouring village most evenings.
G-A
G-A, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 24, 2024
Towels smell very good, bed quality excellent.
YI-CHUAN
YI-CHUAN, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 16, 2024
Lovely Property
Great central location on Malapascua. Very handy to be able to charge food and bar tab to room at Ocean Vida on the beachfront. Breakfast was wonderful too. Only one downside was that the a/c in our sons bedroom was noisy and did not cool the room down. Otherwise a great stay :)
Daniel
Daniel, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 16, 2024
Buena Vida is a beautiful resort. It has a beautiful vibe and very cozy and homey feel. The staff and cleaners all made us feel welcome upon arrival and made sure we felt comfortable and that we were free to ask for anything we needed at any time throughout our stay. We were also able to request a romantic package which is perfect for couples. It includes a spa massage, a private jacuzzi and an intimate dinner for two which is perfect for anniversary celebration. I highly recommend Buena Vida resort if you are planning on making a visit to Malapascua Island. We cant wait to be back.
Frank Daniel
Frank Daniel, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 3, 2024
Zyanya
Zyanya, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 4, 2023
Super séjour
Staff accueillant et chambres propres. Breakfast pris dans l'établissement sœur en bord de plage.
Jean-Philippe
Jean-Philippe, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 26, 2022
Very friendly staff. Nice ambiance. Very relaxing garden view. Very good food and refreshments. I will stay here again.
Cristina
Cristina, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 16, 2020
Verified traveler
2-night trip
2/10 Poor
Mar 12, 2020
疫情影響不給退也不能延期
疫情影響不給退也不能延期
PO TING
PO TING, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 29, 2020
Jose
Jose, 3-night trip
2/10 Poor
Nov 10, 2019
Teej
Teej, 13-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 1, 2019
Perfect hideaway
Great hospitality. Nice and friendly staff. Clean rooms in lushness green garden. Delicious vegan an filippino breakfast. Last but not least really good yoga sessions and Spa treatments.
Verified traveler
11-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 7, 2019
정말 좋아요!!!!
이가격에 이만한 숙소 구하기 힘들어요 직원들 엄청 친절하고 객실 내부도 깨끗해요 다만 섬이라 그런지 물이 좀 짜고 바퀴벌레가 두세마리 보여요 근데 이건 이 섬 어느 숙소를 가도 똑같을 거라 생각되요 ㅋㅋ 밖에 해먹도 좋고 마사지 받는곳에 자쿠지도 신청하면 이용 할 수 있는데 진짜 좋아요 :) 앗, 그리고 조식은 기대하지 않는게 좋아요
BYUNGKUK
BYUNGKUK, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 23, 2019
또 이용하고 싶은 아름다운 공간.
친절한 스탭. 아름다운 공간. 해변에서 약간 떨어져 있지만 마켓과는 가까워요. 수압이 약한 편이고 테라스에 모기가 많지만 모두 감내할 만큼 좋은 시간 이였습니다. 감사합니다.
Seo
Seo, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 22, 2019
그럭저럭
조용한것은 장점.
마사지는 훌륭했다.
화장실 크고 어메니티 괜찮은편
개인 외부공간에 파리가 너무많아 즐기지 못했다
아침조식 맛없다
오션비다까지 식사하러 나가는게 불편하다.
5분 거리인데도 모래길이라 힘들었다
중앙에 나무들 관리상태 엉망
sangboon
sangboon, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 3, 2019
Love our stay here, their spa is the best!! We will be back
Hamza
Hamza, 2-night trip
2/10 Poor
Apr 13, 2019
Unhappy with hotel manager once arraged my booking, run away her commitment no response for her job!
ARUNLAK
ARUNLAK, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Mar 18, 2019
En bra resort,rent och snyggt. Enkel och bra frukost,speciellt pannkakorna var jättegoda. Trevlig personal och bra service.
Verified traveler
3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 12, 2019
Amazing days!
It was amazing! We loved our stay at Buena Vida. Wish we could have stayed there from the beginning of our trip to Malapascua. The staff Were so kind and service minded. The breakfast was super, the environment and the room was trendy and fresh! Truly recommend to travelers!
Petter
Petter, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 6, 2019
Tillägg till tidigare recension:
Den godaste frukosten på hela resan med färska juicer, pannkaka, ägg, overnight oats etc.
Fick personliga hälsningar på dörren varje kväll med lite sött vilket var uppskattat. Gratis vatte påfyllning.
Sköna sängar och bra AC. Väldigt trevlig personal som var väldigt service minded.
Bra med beach handdukar varje dag.
Kommer definitivt bo på buena vida nästa gång!
Madelene
Madelene, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 2, 2019
Il posto giusto
l' hotel non è sulla spiaggia, ma comunque vicinissimo , a due passi praticamente, è una piccola oasi verde, super consigliato
Barbara
Barbara, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 1, 2019
Underbar resort
Underbar resort bara ca 2 min gång från stranden. Mysiga rum med stor veranda att softa i. Personalen är supertrevlig och massagen är väldigt bra. Testade yoga 2 ggr vilket var väldigt uppskattat.
Nackdelarna är att det är rätt mkt mygg (men de ger gratis myggmedel) och det är ljud från tuppar och katter dygnet runt.
Madelene
Madelene, 6-night trip
8/10 Very good
Feb 16, 2019
Breakfast is more monotonous
take a shower is 1 minute hot water 1 minute cold water
Everything else is satisfactory
SPA is very comfortable!!!!!
Verified traveler
1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Feb 4, 2019
Saga
Saga, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 30, 2019
We were very happy staying at Buena Vida. The place was clean and comfortable and to me what made it great was that the staff was so helpful and polite especially the main receptionist we called her “Nelly”. The bedroom was well equipped and the breakfast was delicious, and there is a resting area for own room with couches and a hammock