Turtle Bay Dive Resort
Tongo Pt. Rd. Basdiot, Moalboal 6000 Philippines
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Turtle Bay Dive Resort is a family run PADI 5-Star Dive Resort with 27 well equipped air-conditioned rooms. We offer a wide range of room choices. Our resort is set in a landscaped tropical ground giving onto the shore front, giving easy access to over 20 dive sites. In front of our resort is the famous House Reef where snorkelers or divers can spot green sea turtles and see diverse marine life. We have two restaurant 1) Bay Restaurant serves buffet meals and a la carte snacks and meal 2) Bayview Bar also known as "Pizza Bar" serves oven fresh pizzas and pasta from 12 noon to 10pm. Bayview Bar has a sea-view terrace where you can chill and drink some cold drinks at sunset. Our PADI Dive Center is known for being well-organised and we offer different PADI courses from beginner to professional. Food comes highly recommended by guests. Free Breakfast and Free WiFi.
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Free parking
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Free breakfast
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We had a great time at Turtle Bay, would definitely stay with here again. The resort is beautiful and perfectly secluded. Lots of restaurant options nearby just a short tuktuk ride away. The area felt very safe. Snorkelling right in front of the resort we saw a family of sea turtles and you can see the reef wall. I had my first dive with Jon-Jon who was very friendly and knowledgeable. CJ and their family are so warm and welcoming you can tell the resort is cared for and run by happy staff. The ocean views were stunning and the resort is environmentally responsible. CJ helped us organize everything we needed from ordering jeepneys to canyoneering Kawasan Falls with Jay who was an excellent tour guide. This resort has thought of everything, you can fully relax and enjoy your time knowing you are well taken care of. …
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Date of stay: April 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Turtle bay was a fantastic experience, really great attention to detail. Our room was lovely, and we had a great sea view. we enjoyed great breakfasts made daily. CJ made sure we had an excellent experience learning to dive and completing our PADI, an experience we will never forget. CJ and his staff truly made this stay excellent. Great snorkelling off the house reef with plenty of turtles to see! Location is great, a short tricycle ride away from the main eating and drinking area, with plenty of options for vegan/ vegetarian food and live music and bars, but because of its location the resort itself remains quiet and peaceful at all ours. Highly recommend.
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Date of stay: May 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Excellent resort, quiet when we went in April, rooms comfortable, pool area excellent. Refurbished restaurant overlooking the bay is excellent with fantastic views Food selection good, staff all very pleasant friendly and helpful. Dive set up very relaxed and personal, 2- 3 dives a day's you require, dive sites good, the Sardine experience is fantastic from both a divers perspective and that of my wife who snorkelled with them, you cannot imagine the magnitude of the fish, ask the dive crew the quietest time as there are a lot of tourist boats around at times. 1 Guest even saw a whale shark just of the hotel jetty snorkelling! Time from airport by car is about 4 hours, you will get used to the driving very quickly! Thoroughly enjoyed our time here as the first leg of our holiday
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Date of stay: March 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Just finished reading the previous review for this resort. It was peaceful and quiet. The place was clean and nice. I was amazed with the WIFI and how strong it was throughout the compound. The room was clean, and the A/C was strong. Water pressure was a tad bit low, but it works, no complaints here. Interesting furniture, though, lots of drawers but no place to hang clothes, so we didn't bother to ask for hangers. Balcony was a plus for this waterfront suite. Which I enjoyed so much while sipping on the coffee. Electric kettle made my stay. TIP. You might want to buy a case of water in town or ask for an extra water pitcher. They do provide a water pitcher for the water dispenser in the lobby and dining room. But they close at 10 pm. The pool was clean, but the bar was semi operational. I know it is not Cancun but would like to see bar tenders to walk around the pool and ask the guest if they would like something from the bar or kitchen instead of looking at their cell phone just sitting there waiting for folks to come up to the bar. Food prices were on the high end, and so is the shuttle to town with numerous food establishments, choices, and bars. I suggest taking local tricycles. The game room was not operational and was not on the ad. We had to go to town to play pool. Reason being, they had to place priorities Misplaced one of our snorkel and goggles, so I went up the front desk and ask if they could check if they have it since the dive shop brought sets of snorkles for our tour. I was hoping that it was taken by mistake. The receptionist told me to go to the dive shop. I am not a spring chicken anymore, walking all the way down there and back to the pool. I was a little exhausted, but they found it. If I were in the receptionist shoes, I would have called the dive shop. It may sound petty, but that is helpful to guests. I would say 90 percent are friendly and helpful, then you have the 10 percent who might need a little push to be a little courteous and helpful towards guests. To be fair, the costumer is not always right. We are guests in your establishment, pay hard earned money to visit. A little courtesy goes a long way. Staff should be proud of the place and duties they perform. Met the owner, Mam Fe, I could tell in her eyes how proud she was of what she had accomplished in this resort. Very nice lady, and we would like to thank her so much. We would like to extend our gratitude to Cesar, who was patient and attentive to our needs since my sister in law needed assistance since she had a disability. Again, some of the stuff above are my opinions. Family and kid friendly resort. …
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Date of stay: April 2023Trip type: Traveled with family
Room Tip: There is no beach area here, but the snorkeling area is just in front of the dive shop. Bring...
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Wonderful and friendly staff. Very accommodating with dive trips. Clean and comfortable rooms with great air conditioning. easy access to dining with great breakfast included. Clive helped us book transportation to and from the airport and Malapascua port! He is fantastic! Loved this resort for our family with teenage boys.
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Date of stay: March 2023
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Room Tip: Resort food prices are higher than out on the economy. Take a tricycle and visit local...
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My wife and I loved our stay here. We’re actually sitting at the airport now debating whether we should go back 😂 We had our own little cottage with a beautiful ocean view and we were treated like family. If you’re an adventurous type of person this place should be on your bucket list because they are able to arrange activities you will never forget.
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Date of stay: February 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
Room Tip: Book it, they’ll take care of the rest.
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Response from Turtle Bay, Owner at Turtle Bay Dive Resort
Responded Mar 7, 2023
Dear Kam B, Thank you for choosing to stay with us at our resort, and for taking the time to share your positive experience. It is wonderful to know that we were able to help you create unforgettable memories during your stay. Our team takes pride in arranging adventurous activities and we are delighted that we were able to provide you with an experience that exceeded your expectations. Thank you once again for your kind words, and we hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back to our resort in the near future. Warm Regards, Turtle Bay Dive Resort Team
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We had such an amazing time at turtle Bay Dive resort! This is hands down the best place to stay in Moalboal. The staff was amazing and genuine, and the location is amazing because the resort sits right on a coral reef where you can go diving and snorkeling whenever you want. They setup whale shark diving, canyoneering, and sardine run trips for us which made the four days we spent at turtle Bay some of the most amazing of our lives. The family who owns the resort is awesome!
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Date of stay: February 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Response from Turtle Bay, Owner at Turtle Bay Dive Resort
Responded Mar 7, 2023
Dear Keila, Thank you for your wonderful review and for choosing Turtle Bay Dive Resort as your accommodation during your recent trip to Moalboal. We take pride in providing genuine and exceptional service to all of our guests, and we are delighted that our staff was able to make your stay more memorable. Our team is always happy to help arrange local tours and activities to ensure that our guests have an unforgettable experience while in Moalboal. We also appreciate your kind words regarding our resort's owners. They take great pride in making sure that each guest feels welcome and comfortable during their stay. Once again, thank you for staying with us and for sharing your positive feedback. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back to Turtle Bay Dive Resort in the future. Warm Regards, Turtle Bay Dive Resort Team
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Fay, Clive, and the staff at Turtle Bay were extraordinary. Everyone was helpful, kind, and very accommodating. The resort was beautiful and peaceful. We loved the pool and the food was good. We will be back. We would highly recommend Turtle Bay Resort!
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Date of stay: February 2023Trip type: Traveled with family
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Response from Turtle Bay, Owner at Turtle Bay Dive Resort
Responded Feb 19, 2023
Thank you for sharing your positive experience at Turtle Bay Dive Resort! It's great to hear that Fe, Clive, and the staff went above and beyond to make your stay comfortable and enjoyable. We're glad that you plan to come back and would highly recommend the resort to others. Your feedback will be valuable to other travelers who are considering Turtle Bay as their destination. We hope to welcome you back soon!
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Amazing hotel run by a lovely family. You can scuba to your heart's content and you can see sea turtles if you snorkel far enough off their resort. Great service. In a great area just away from all the fuss of the town. CJ is really nice. Deluxe rooms have a great balcony with ocean view
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Date of stay: January 2023Trip type: Traveled solo
Room Tip: Make sure you take the more paved road to get there. There's a nasty road you can avoid which...
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Response from Turtle Bay, Owner at Turtle Bay Dive Resort
Responded Feb 19, 2023
Thank you for your review! It's great to hear that you had a wonderful experience at our resort, especially with the excellent service and amenities. Thanks for sharing your experience with us!
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Paul, Tommy, Mary and Larry were EXTREMELY welcoming and accommodating throughout our entire stay at Turtle Beach. They made us feel like we at home and brought sense of community. The resort was very clean and well kept. Paul and crew have put extreme thought and detail into how the resort was built creating a ton of hidden design and touches. Free kayaks, paddle boards and snorkels are a great bonus when staying at Turtle Beach! No matter what you need or want to do, Paul will help you out. Thanks Paul and crew!
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Date of stay: January 2021
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Room Tip: All rooms are unique and great in their own way.
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PRICE RANGE
$85 - $104 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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LOCATION
PhilippinesVisayasCebu IslandMoalboal
NUMBER OF ROOMS
27
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Frequently Asked Questions about Turtle Bay Dive Resort
Which popular attractions are close to Turtle Bay Dive Resort?
Nearby attractions include Pescador Island (3.9 km), Kawasan Falls (7.5 km), and Panagsama Beach (2.0 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Turtle Bay Dive Resort?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free breakfast, a pool, and an on-site restaurant.
Which room amenities are available at Turtle Bay Dive Resort?
Top room amenities include a minibar, air conditioning, and a flat screen TV.
What food & drink options are available at Turtle Bay Dive Resort?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast, an on-site restaurant, and a lounge during their stay.
Is parking available at Turtle Bay Dive Resort?
Yes, free parking is available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Turtle Bay Dive Resort?
Conveniently located restaurants include Smooth Cafe Moalboal, Hungry Monkeys, and The Three Bears.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Turtle Bay Dive Resort?
Yes, guests have access to a pool and a sauna during their stay.
Does Turtle Bay Dive Resort have airport transportation?
Yes, Turtle Bay Dive Resort offers airport transportation for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Turtle Bay Dive Resort?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English and Filipino.
Does Turtle Bay Dive Resort have any great views?
Yes, guests often enjoy the ocean view available here.