Donatela Resort & Sanctuary

“Private Oasis at Bohol”

Our stay at Donatela Resort and Sanctuary was pure bliss. The villa felt like a private oasis—spacious, peaceful, and surrounded by lush gardens. Everything about the resort invites relaxation, from the warm, attentive service to the quiet, intimate atmosphere. Dining was fresh and unhurried, and t… lisää

Our stay at Donatela Resort and Sanctuary was pure bliss. The villa felt like a private oasis—spacious, peaceful, and surrounded by lush gardens. Everything about the resort invites relaxation, from the warm, attentive service to the quiet, intimate atmosphere. Dining was fresh and unhurried, and the sunsets were simply unforgettable. Though the road in is a bit rough, the free shuttle made it hassle-free. A perfect escape for anyone seeking privacy, serenity, and a touch of luxury. We highly recommend Donatela Resort and Sanctuary. We'll definitely return soon.

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“A Pleasant Experience Overall”

I had a great stay overall. The best part was definitely the friendly and attentive staff—they made me feel welcome from the moment I arrived. The room was clean, comfortable, and well-equipped with everything I needed for a relaxing visit. Service throughout my stay was prompt and professional. H… lisää

I had a great stay overall. The best part was definitely the friendly and attentive staff—they made me feel welcome from the moment I arrived. The room was clean, comfortable, and well-equipped with everything I needed for a relaxing visit. Service throughout my stay was prompt and professional. Housekeeping did a great job, and any requests I made were handled quickly. If I could change one thing, A few more breakfast options on-site would’ve been nice. Still, I’d definitely recommend this place and would stay again.

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“Beautiful Private Villa”

Donatela was exactly the relaxation we needed after an adventurous vacation. Getting there was a bit tricky; the turnoff from Tagbilaran is easy to miss, and the unpaved road made us nervous about our rental, but it ended up being fine. We were greeted by friendly security, check-in was smooth, and… lisää

Donatela was exactly the relaxation we needed after an adventurous vacation. Getting there was a bit tricky; the turnoff from Tagbilaran is easy to miss, and the unpaved road made us nervous about our rental, but it ended up being fine. We were greeted by friendly security, check-in was smooth, and we were shown to the Ilang-Ilang Honeymoon Villa. We had never stayed anywhere like this before and were amazed that the villa was entirely ours for four nights. It was spotless, the air conditioner was already on, and complimentary drinking water was provided in refillable glass bottles. Makeup and turndown service were prompt and thorough, with refills and replacements done consistently. Overall, we were very happy with the villa, though a few things stood out given the price point. Water pressure was very low (the beautiful bathtub took about 30 minutes to fill). The shower head had mildew, and the drain was clogged on arrival (though it was fixed the next day). The pool umbrella was tattered, the deck boards could use maintenance, and the bedroom air conditioner smelled strongly of cigarette smoke. These issues were more noticeable because the property itself is otherwise so impressive. We enjoyed the complimentary breakfast and loved that we could mix and match any menu items. The French-style omelets were excellent, the coffee was great, and the fruit was fresh. Dinner wasn’t for us and we wouldn’t recommend it, though the service was excellent. The horses and gym weren’t available during our stay, which was disappointing, but we did enjoy lovely hilot massages. We do wish the resort amenities were clearer and more approachable. We didn’t know about the free photo session until checkout, never received a response about a couples massage (though it was set up when we arrived), and wondered what other offerings we may have missed. We wish they offered room service, laundry, and a to-go breakfast option for early departures. Transportation to the airport was arranged for us, which was very nice. The resort is set on a beautiful, lush property that truly feels like an escape from busy Panglao. The cliffside beach is picturesque, especially from the restaurant. Despite a few shortcomings, we left feeling rejuvenated and would recommend a stay here.

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