Donatela Resort & Sanctuary

“Beautiful Villa, Warm People, and a Trip We’ll Never Forget”

We spent four days and three nights at Donatella Resort & Sanctuary, and we genuinely loved our stay. I especially want to mention Madi at the front desk—she helped us with everything, no matter what came up. She was incredibly warm and caring, and we really felt looked after the whole time. The v… Mais

We spent four days and three nights at Donatella Resort & Sanctuary, and we genuinely loved our stay. I especially want to mention Madi at the front desk—she helped us with everything, no matter what came up. She was incredibly warm and caring, and we really felt looked after the whole time. The villa is located in a more natural, jungle area, but the room itself was amazing—super clean, beautifully maintained, and much better than we expected. They even provided housekeeping twice a day, which was such a thoughtful touch. I also want to give a shoutout to the security team at the main gate. Every time we left or came back, they greeted us so warmly. It made the place feel extra friendly and welcoming. We also really enjoyed Paprika, the restaurant with the stunning ocean view. Having dinner there with my husband felt wonderfully romantic—one of those memories that stays with you. If you’re looking for a quiet, peaceful villa that’s not too far from town, I’d honestly recommend this place. It’s relaxing, beautiful, and perfect for a little getaway.

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“Lindo lugar!”

Visita obrigatória em Panglao! Um dia é necessário para fazer o máximo partido da visita. Muito bonito durante o dia, romântico durante à noite. Comida é de valor para o seu dinheiro. Único inconveniente é o lento ritmo de serviço. Deve ser a sua maneira de dizer - não há pressa; saborear a sua est… Mais

Visita obrigatória em Panglao! Um dia é necessário para fazer o máximo partido da visita. Muito bonito durante o dia, romântico durante à noite. Comida é de valor para o seu dinheiro. Único inconveniente é o lento ritmo de serviço. Deve ser a sua maneira de dizer - não há pressa; saborear a sua estadia.

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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… Mais

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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