Oceanica Resort Panglao

4.5 star property

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South Palms Villa | View from room
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; beach views
2 outdoor pools, pool loungers
 Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Pool View
Interior entrance

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Bar

Explore the area

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Bolod Beach, Panglao, Central Visayas, 6340
  • Place, White Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Dumaluan Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Alona Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Panglao (TAG-Bohol Intl.)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Twin Room with Garden View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds

Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Pool View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

Deluxe Double or Twin Room Beach Front

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 34 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

Premium Double or Twin Room Beach Front

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 78 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

Beach Villa

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 60 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Panglao Villa

  • 152 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 3 Twin Beds

Deluxe Room with Garden View

  • Sleeps 2

Deluxe Room with Pool View

  • Sleeps 2

Panglao Villa

  • Sleeps 4

Deluxe Beachfront Room

  • Sleeps 2

Premium Beachfront Room

  • Sleeps 2

Beach Villa

  • Sleeps 2

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About the area

Panglao

Located in Panglao, Oceanica Resort Panglao is within a 15-minute drive of Dumaluan Beach and Alona Beach. .This beach hotel is 7.3 mi (11.8 km) from Virgin Island.

What's nearby

  • White Beach - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Dumaluan Beach - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Alona Beach - 6 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Danao Beach - 14 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Virgin Island - 21 min drive - 14.2 km

Getting around

  • Panglao (TAG-Bohol Intl.) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coral Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪La Costa - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Manja - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Sea Breeze Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Jose Pangloa - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Oceanica Resort Panglao

Beachfront hotel with 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa
Oceanica Resort Panglao offers 76 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Rooms open to balconies or patios. LED televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries.

This Panglao hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include hair dryers.

A private beach and complimentary bicycles are featured at the hotel. 2 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include massages. The spa is open daily.
Make yourself at home in one of the 76 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars and LED televisions. Rooms have private balconies or patios. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.
Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages. After dipping into one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools, you can spend some time at the private beach. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and babysitting (surcharge).
Grab a bite to eat at Oceanica Restaurant, a beachfront restaurant which features an ocean view. You can also stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Relax with a refreshing drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 6:00 AM to 10:30 AM.
Featured amenities include a business center, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. Event facilities at this hotel consist of a conference center and 2 meeting rooms. A roundtrip airport shuttle and a ferry terminal shuttle are provided for an additional charge.
A complimentary buffet breakfast is served each morning between 6:00 AM and 10:30 AM.
Oceanica Restaurant - This beachfront seafood restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Coast Pool Bar - This beachfront bar serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Open daily.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 10:30 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Coast Pool Bar
  • Oceanica Restaurant

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Boat tours
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Kayaking
  • Tennis

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room cot
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Business centre
  • Conference centre

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • On a private beach
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Massage
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No lift
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Cot
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LED TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Customers may be requested by the property to provide documentation of recent travel history (such as showing passport immigration stamps) and/or complete a health declaration.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 11 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for PHP 2500 per night
Cribs are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: PHP 2500 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

South Palms Panglao
South Palms Resort Panglao
South Palms Resort
South Palms
South Palms Resort
South Palms Resort Panglao
Oceanica Resort Panglao Hotel
Oceanica Resort Panglao Panglao
Oceanica Resort Panglao Hotel Panglao
Oceanica Resort Panglao formerly South Palms Resort Panglao

Reviews

Oceanica Resort Panglao Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 430 out of 608 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 142 out of 608 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 23 out of 608 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 608 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 608 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Salome

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
I've been nostalgic for the charming atmosphere of South Palms, the excessive traffic to the beach is making it feel like a public beach
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lyneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Jameson

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The good: free water sports like kayaking and paddle boarding. Good service at the bar. The beach is nice. Concierge staff were very courteous. Food was decent. The bad: they told me they didn’t have space for a single person at the restaurant after checking and that they would call me if they could accommodate. Ridiculous for the price you pay to stay here. There were many open seats but I guess they wanted to save them for groups that probably never ended up coming. They owned the mistake the next day and the manager or whoever I talked to was very courteous in trying to smooth things over. Damage was done though, I felt like I wasn’t valued. The pool was super crowded. The bathroom design was not to my liking, after a shower there was water everywhere. Called a tuktuk from the front desk once and it took 20-25 minutes versus the 5-10 they told me. Maybe they are too busy to ensure good service, but things happen. I don’t think anything was malicious but the restaurant reservation thing put a sour taste in my mouth. Overall, some good. Some bad. But I wouldn’t stay here again. I paid less for Bohol Beach Club and it was much nicer in every way except for the water sports cost money. The food, rooms, resort, and service was much better there.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Starlyn, Ontario

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed at South Palms, now Oceanica, 8 years ago and enjoyed our stay then and still loved the place. Every staff were friendly and professional and were always willing to assist no matter what it was we needed. Due to the paying public being allowed access during the day, it was busier than normal. However, it wasn’t a deterrent for us enjoying ourselves. The location is amazing with long stretch of white sand beach for everyone to enjoy! Definitely will be returning to this place when we visit Bohol.
Entrance to Oceanica
Buffet
Massage Area
Beach Seating Area
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Durig my stayed was awesome although i didn't spend much time roaming around due of some places to visit outside. It will be nicer if there will be a buffet dinner as well. Breakfast buffet was fantastic! nothing to ask for ...
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Esther

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angelo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Belinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay, right on a beautiful beach.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria Josephine

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jesteene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a wonderful stay. Delicious food and the friendliest people. I will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angelino

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed staying
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Stephanie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Pros: 1. The beach was beautiful and quiet until 5 pm 2. The hotel staff were very kind especially the breakfast crew 3. The restaurant meals had big portions 4. Breakfast options were amazing Cons: 1. Our hotel room was a bit outdated 2. The cleaning staff did the bare minimum. For ie they forgot to replace used mugs 3. I would have preferred the band to start their show much later, maybe around 7 pm
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daryl

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
I like it because it is so peaceful and the only thing I don’t like is we cannot bring food inside the facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Victor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I liked the rustic aesthetics of the resort and that it is relatively close to Alona Beach and the airport. The ocean view rooms are very nice, you can walk straight onto the beach and into the water off the porch. As far as the negatives, not really a big deal, but the main pool is a bit small for the size of the resort. The day pass is very affordable in my opinion and a lot of people take advantage of it so it can get somewhat crowded at times. Also, for a 4.5 star resort, I think the furniture in the rooms should be improved. Great resort overall, would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jocelyn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved everything about it.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

GORGEOUS NATURAL NATURE BEACH RESORT!!!!!!!!!

Our stay for 4 Nights and 5 days was Amazing!!! We Loved the Eco Friendly Environmentally Conscious Vibe the Resort Exudes!!! The Resort was Very Well maintained and Clean, Breakfast Buffet was Fabulous, Beachfront was Beautiful, Staff was Attentive and Welcoming!!! Our Deluxe Beachfront room was Comfortable, Clean and Breathtaking Views!!! Almost forgot there Massage
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tania

Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This resort is one of the best resorts I’ve ever been. Amazing staff, amenities, stunning location, farm to table food. I also recommend the ZenSenses spa.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Maria Jessica

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
The resort is great but the service is poor. Not a lot of options for food. They’re very slow.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
PERFECT ! tick all the boxes !

10/10 Excellent

Belinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great and place was beautiful. Place to stay if you want peace and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dana

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent beach property very scenic huge grounds loved the quiet pool
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful resort. Stayed in a beach front room with direct beach access. Had dinner on the back patio facing the ocean. Be aware the beach does have some coral so slightly rocky but water warm and great.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing stay at Oceanica Resort! Definitely coming back! Perfect service and rooms are spacious and the view is spectacular
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024