Chema's by the Sea
4.0
Good(119 Reviews)Resort in Island Garden City of Samal
Reasons to book
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Includes essentialsGarden, Pool, Pets allowed and more
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About this resort
Nestled within tropical gardens, Chema's by the Sea Cottages provides charming, standalone cottages with thatched roofs and wood flooring. There is an outdoor swimming pool on site. Internet access is free in all areas.
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Smoking allowed
Parking
Balcony or Patio
TV
Beachfront or waterfront
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Island Garden City of Samal
Available Rooms
Two-Bedroom Cottage
2 Queen • 269 ft²
Sleeps 4
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Quadruple Room with Garden View
2 Queen • 215 ft²
Sleeps 4
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Cottage (8 Adults)
2 Queen or 4 Single • 538 ft²
Sleeps 8
+
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Cottage (2 Adults)
1 King • 215 ft²
Sleeps 2
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Suite with Sea View
1 King • 269 ft²
Sleeps 2
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Reviews
4.0
Good(119 Reviews)100% verified reviews
4.0
Great ambience, quiet and relaxing
Pricey food and could of had a better service.
4.0
I like the staff's approachability and the room's cleanliness. The place is huge and serene as there are only a few people at that time. I wonder why there's still no telephone to call the staff easily.
Everything is good except that the room has no television. And I find the value on breakfast is not worth it especially the English Breakfast. It was not tasty and it was below average (the bread was not toasted, overall is a bit bland )I was expecting high as the amount was 450.
4.0
Location, private and quiet. A great place to fall off grid for a few days. Everything is on property you do not need to leave for anything. They even offer boat service back to mainland of Davoe.
Internet was on and off. I did not worry about it much. Once again you go there to disconnect anyway..
4.0
Keep up the good work☺️good Staff.. we like them...
4.0
Nice rooms and ambiance.
Too many mosquitos, the single beds were just too small.
4.0
I always always love going to Chema's everytime were back home!
Service is always exceptional, and the money spent is well-worth the experience of having to have the resort almost all to ourselves at night - away from the horde of people, compared to being in a resort thats readily available to the general public.
I like the fact that it is a little more exclusive than the other resorts nearby, as I really cherish my quiet relaxation time.
The room we had booked was slightly smaller than the cabana we had when my husband and I last visited (and I would have gladly paid for the difference too had it been available on the day) however it was still well-maintained and very cosy. We stayed in Room 5A- Big enough and comfortable to house a couple looking to stay overnight. The room was also air-conditioned, with a fridge and a spacious shower room. (The shower could do more with a little bit more pressure, but its only a minor issue for me - I like when my shower blasts me with water - but that can be easily addressed and remedied by the establishment.) The bed was comfortable and so were the pillows! I have never felt THAT well-rested since our hectic week before we stayed the night!
It also helped that there was a little area where we could choose to sit and eat on our little balcony, in case we didnt want to do a walkabout to the restaurant.
- We actually did this with our dinner, and the staff were so accommodating, they took our orders well-before dinner hours, asked us when and where we preferred to dine, and even set up our table really lovely! I felt that that was a very personal and nice touch to cap our night!
We had carbonara and pizza for dinner with some wine, and food was so amazing! Even the breakfast we had by the beach side was sooooo good! OMG the beef tapa and tocino - *chef's kiss*
Staff were so attentive and couldn't do enough for you.
I would have to say that the only downside was the waiting area that you have to stay in while waiting for boat transfers as it isn't really the coolest and most comfortable place to stay at while waiting (especially with the summer season kicking in). But other than that, everything was perfect!
4.0
The resot hotel is nice, location is good.
There is no good coordination between the staff, we were charged with a corkage fee when we are not even informed from the beginning that its not allowed to bring food. The cost of the fee is almost triple of the value of the food we brought.
4.0
The property is peaceful and offers plenty of shade and has lovely gardens. The menus are ok and the food is nice. An upgrade from the old wall mounted air conditioners to split system would be timely.Overall a comfortable and a quiet place to relax. Hot water in shower not very effective.
Noisey air conditioners, hot water in shower not efficient.
4.0
beach
we went there 4 years ago. the resort was exceptionally clean and well maintained.. It’s not the case today.
4.0
The location was beautiful and the beach was nicely groomed.
The entire facility seemed to be a little on the run down side. AC in two different rooms was marginal at best. Bugs were common friends and visitors, expected in the climate and condition. The road to the place is very bad and it's best if you have a 4 wheel drive. If it rains, you might not get a car up the steep dirt road.
Food was limited in the restaurant.
4.0
Serene, romantic
Crabs in our room
FAQs
How much does this resort cost compared to others in Island Garden City of Samal?
The average price for a rental in Island Garden City of Samal is $105 per night. This rental is $36 above the average.
Is parking included with this resort?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Chema's by the Sea. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this resort?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Chema's by the Sea. Enjoy the water!
Is Chema's by the Sea pet friendly?
Yes! This resort is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at Chema's by the Sea?
We found 11 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, and smoking allowed.
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