The Blue Orchid Resort

“Very Nice People and Place”

We stayed at the Blue Orchid for four nights and three full days and had a wonderful time! Michael and his wife own an operate the resort and are incredibly friendly and helpful —trying to organize the best experience for you! Eleni is the manager and she couldn’t be more delightful! Lastly, the ni… more

We stayed at the Blue Orchid for four nights and three full days and had a wonderful time! Michael and his wife own an operate the resort and are incredibly friendly and helpful —trying to organize the best experience for you! Eleni is the manager and she couldn’t be more delightful! Lastly, the night manager/bartender is also so friendly and kind. The place is on a beautiful part of Moalboal, and they have everything you need right there at the resort: a dive shop, snorkeling, and diving equipment, a restaurant, and concierge service to book your adventures. We highly recommend the sardine run! That was very exciting. And going to see the waterfalls which we did on our own. We did not dive during this trip because one of us had a cold. Instead, we went snorkeling, which was good, but unfortunately the typhoon affected Pescador island - at least for snorkeling. One day, we went to the Wild Orchid which is their sister resort, for lunch. It’s also on a beautiful location. The food is excellent! This area has a serene beauty that I have not experienced much in prior travels around the world. And, everyone speaks English which made things flow easily! For me, the only downside is the tough 4 hour drive from the airport in Cebu city. But that is part of the adventure!

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“Secluded Paradise”

My fiancé and I had a wonderful stay at the Blue Orchid, and it truly exceeded our expectations in every way. Our room was clean, comfortable, and had a view of the ocean over the treetops. It felt peaceful and private — exactly the atmosphere we were hoping for. The staff were exceptional — so f… more

My fiancé and I had a wonderful stay at the Blue Orchid, and it truly exceeded our expectations in every way. Our room was clean, comfortable, and had a view of the ocean over the treetops. It felt peaceful and private — exactly the atmosphere we were hoping for. The staff were exceptional — so friendly, kind, and accommodating. They helped me plan a surprise proposal for my fiancé, offering suggestions for the perfect location and ultimately arranging for us to use their private rooftop. They also coordinated a romantic dinner there just for us, ensuring we had complete privacy. It was an unforgettable evening, and I’m so grateful for the care they put into making it so special. The resort arranged our transportation both from our previous hotel in Mactan and later to Cebu Pier 1, which made travel stress-free. We also booked canyoneering and an introductory scuba dive through them. The instructors were fantastic — very patient and reassuring, especially when I became nervous underwater and couldn’t finish the dive. While the resort is a bit removed from the busier Panagsama Beach area, that was a huge plus for us. We wanted somewhere quiet, scenic, and romantic, and Blue Orchid delivered exactly that. The restaurant doesn’t have a massive menu, but the food was consistently delicious, portions were perfect, and prices were very fair. Even though there wasn’t a kettle in the room, hot water, coffee and tea was readily available and it was never an inconvenience since everything was close by. We also appreciated the mosquito net over the bed — it added to the tropical charm, though we didn’t need it because insects were never an issue. We even spotted a tiny gecko in our room upon arrival, but it was harmless and quickly disappeared — just part of the island’s character! Overall, the Blue Orchid was everything we hoped for: quiet, romantic, and welcoming. The staff helped make one of the most meaningful moments of our lives absolutely perfect. I would highly recommend it, especially to LGBTQ+ travelers looking for a peaceful and genuinely inclusive place to stay in Moalboal.

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“Diving certification”

We went here to get our Advanced & Open water certification. The instructors were great and took their time explaining all the exercises. Felt very safe and enjoyed the dives!! The sardine run here is something we came for and amazed us a lot, definitely recommend this place! The owner, Michael, is… more

We went here to get our Advanced & Open water certification. The instructors were great and took their time explaining all the exercises. Felt very safe and enjoyed the dives!! The sardine run here is something we came for and amazed us a lot, definitely recommend this place! The owner, Michael, is also very helpful and provided us with a lot of information in advance.

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My stay at the Blue Orchid Hotel in the Philippines was absolutely incredible! From the moment I arrived, I was blown away by the warm hospitality (In particular, Rey + Nikita), stunning surroundings, and top-notch service. The food was exceptional—every meal was a delightful mix of fresh local fla… more

My stay at the Blue Orchid Hotel in the Philippines was absolutely incredible! From the moment I arrived, I was blown away by the warm hospitality (In particular, Rey + Nikita), stunning surroundings, and top-notch service. The food was exceptional—every meal was a delightful mix of fresh local flavors and expertly prepared dishes. But the real highlight was the excursions, especially the diving! Exploring the vibrant underwater world was an unforgettable experience, thanks to the hotel’s well-organized trips and knowledgeable guides. Whether relaxing by the beach or embarking on thrilling adventures, every moment at the Blue Orchid Hotel was pure perfection. I can’t wait to return!

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