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Chema's by the Sea Resort

Mindanao, Philippines
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Ranked #4 of 7 hotels in Samal Island
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 June 2013
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Muntinlupa, Philippines
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35 reviews 35 reviews
22 hotel reviews
Reviews in 22 cities Reviews in 22 cities
33 helpful votes 33 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 June 2013 NEW

The beautiful traveller's photos of the resort convinced me to book here, in spite of the some negative comments I read, that is why I was guardedly optimistic when we arrived at the resort. The welcome at the resort's jetty was not overly effusive, I was expecting a cold welcome drink and a warm greeting from the resort's staff, but... More

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Copenhagen, Denmark
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 April 2013

The owner of this resort came to our room and talked to us after an issue about a corkage fee. Instead of solving the issue in a polite manner, he verbally attacked us and did not give us any chance to talk. The issue started when we asked the staff for the nearest convenience. We returned from the store, carrying... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 April 2013

We had our third getaway to Chemas last Holy week. Holy week being one of the busiest time for resorts, Chemas never lost its serenity and cleanliness due to the controlled number of guests on the resort per day. For families, couples, people, who want to go quickly to the beach thats not crowded, this is the place for you.... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 April 2013

At first, we were having second thoughts due to all negative comments here. But looking at the pictures, this is the place that my husband will very well approve of. He is very particular to the cleanliness and ambience of the place we go to so I booked the place for us for 3 nights and 4 days. And the... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 March 2013

Me and my family stayed at Chemas for 4 days and I must say we had a wondeful and relaxing time. The place was well maintained, clean and the food was reasonably priced. During our stay we also went to other beaches to swim, and I must say, the beach at Chemas was a lot different. It did not have... More

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Manila, Philippines
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 March 2013

This is our second time to stay at Chema's, this time to celebrate my son's grade school graduation, family bonding, and our last hurrah as we prepare to go back to Manila permanently after 4 years. Again, we enjoyed the Chema's. We got Cabana 2, which has 2 double beds. We stayed overnight, enjoyed the infinity pool and their small... More

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Manila, Philippines
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 March 2013

My family stayed at Chema's last March 25, 2013 for an overnight stay. I would recommend Chema's for couple's and small families. It offers a lovely landscaped resort with a nice small beach cove and infinity pool. I heard it is under new management so we did not experience any bad service from the crew. Prices for food and drinks... More

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Las Pinas, Philippines
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 February 2013

Chema's is best for couples who wish to spend a quiet, relaxing time away from the crowd. My partner and I loved the cottages. Both the general lay out of the resort and the design of the rooms are so natural; they blend well with the natural beauty of Samal. It was our second visit and we are happy with... More

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Auckland
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 February 2013

I don’t really have a lot of time to write about the places I’ve been to, but after reading some of the negative reviews said about this resort (and to give back to the Trip Advisor community), it’s compelled me to write my first ever review on Trip Advisor. I went to Chema’s just over a year ago as our... More

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Manila, Philippines
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 January 2013

Every year end, Me and my wifes family go to samal island,davao for our year end gathering. after searching for a new place there we decided to try chema's. We called the resort asking them info on transfers. after being satisfied with their transfer rules, we booked three rooms for dec 30-31 thru agoda(2bedroom cabana,cabana and deluxe) to avoid the... More

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Chema's By The Sea Resort Davao/Samal Island, Philippines
Address: Mindanao, Philippines
Region: Philippines > Mindanao > Davao Region > Samal Island
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Ranked #4 of 7 hotels in Samal Island
Price range (per night): $116 - $141
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