Title: Hippocampus - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Hippocampus Beachfront hotel for sun and fun ## Photo gallery for Hippocampus ![Beach views - Hippocampus (Daanbantayan)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8200000/8200000/8199926/cd4f2410.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Superior Room - Hippocampus (Daanbantayan)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8200000/8200000/8199926/8de278cb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Standard Double Room - Hippocampus (Daanbantayan)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8200000/8200000/8199926/51157918.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Bar (on property) - Hippocampus (Daanbantayan)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8200000/8200000/8199926/e76a71a6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Reception - Hippocampus (Daanbantayan)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8200000/8200000/8199926/0b255f7c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Escape to the oceanfront Hippocampus, where white sand beaches and crystal-clear waters await. Indulge in a rejuvenating massage, savor beachfront dining at Magellans Restaurant, or unwind with a drink at the bar. With amenities like free WiFi, dry cleaning services, and multilingual staff on hand to help plan your stay. ## Reviews 8.0 Very good ## Popular amenities - Bar - Breakfast available - Room service - Pet-friendly - Housekeeping - Laundry ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Dec. 5 - Dec. 6](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-06&selected=8199926&PinnedHotelID=8199926&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-06&selected=8199926&PinnedHotelID=8199926&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Dec. 6 - Dec. 7](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-06&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=8199926&PinnedHotelID=8199926&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-06&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=8199926&PinnedHotelID=8199926&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Dec. 5 - Dec. 7](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=8199926&PinnedHotelID=8199926&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=8199926&PinnedHotelID=8199926&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Dec. 12 - Dec. 14](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-12&endDate=2025-12-14&selected=8199926&PinnedHotelID=8199926&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-12&endDate=2025-12-14&selected=8199926&PinnedHotelID=8199926&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed Showing 3 of 3 rooms ### View all photos for Deluxe Room ![Deluxe Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8200000/8200000/8199926/f37dbe64.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Room ### Highlights Balcony or patio Soundproofed Air conditioning Bidet Private bathroom Electric kettle Minibar In-room safe - 194 sq ft - Ocean view - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed OR 1 Twin Bed ### View all photos for Superior Room ![Superior Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8200000/8200000/8199926/6d409a70.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Room 8.0 Very good 1 review ### Highlights Balcony Soundproofed Air conditioning Bidet Private bathroom Electric kettle Minibar Daily housekeeping - 172 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed OR 1 Twin Bed ### View all photos for Standard Double Room ![Standard Double Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8200000/8200000/8199926/ccf0eea8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Double Room 8.0 Very good 1 review ### Highlights Furnished balcony or patio Soundproofed Air conditioning Bidet Private bathroom Daily housekeeping Desk In-room safe - 151 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed OR 1 Twin Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FDaanbantayan-Hotels-Hippocampus.h8199926.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FDaanbantayan-Hotels-Hippocampus.h8199926.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C11.32700%2C124.11861&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=39fqeRc24EtGeFlJGG0NIiL6NjM=) Malapascua Island, Daanbantayan, Cebu, 1603 #### What's nearby - Bounty Beach \- 5 min walk \- 0.5 km - Daanbantayan Ferry Port \- 8 min walk \- 0.7 km - Logon Church \- 8 min walk \- 0.7 km #### Restaurants - ‪Street Market & Pub - ‬2 min walk - ‪Angelina - ‬9 min walk - ‪The Beach Hub - ‬3 min walk - ‪Avrill's Malapascua Island - ‬4 min walk - Sugbo Maya ## About this property ### Hippocampus Hotel by the ocean An airport shuttle, a terrace, and a garden are just a few of the amenities provided at Hippocampus. With a beachfront location, beachfront dining, and scuba diving, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up some sun. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Be sure to enjoy a meal at Magellans Restaurant, the on-site restaurant. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar. Other perks include: - Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and a banquet hall - Multilingual staff, meeting rooms, and a front-desk safe - Barbecue grills and luggage storage Room features All guestrooms at Hippocampus feature thoughtful touches such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and safes. 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Free WiFi - Restaurant 9.0 Wonderful 72 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-19&endDate=2025-12-20&selected=17374064&PinnedHotelID=17374064&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - No onsite parking available - 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle at scheduled times and on request for a surcharge ### Food and drink - Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: PHP 100 to 350 per person - A bar/lounge - A restaurant ### Restaurants on site - Magellans Restaurant ### Things to do - Scuba diving ### Family friendly - Laundry facilities - Soundproofed rooms ### Conveniences - Laundry facilities - Limited-hour front desk - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Multilingual staff ### Business services - Meeting rooms ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - Garden - On the beach - Picnic area - Terrace ### Spa - Massage ### More - Banquet hall - Designated smoking areas ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Private bathroom - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Food and drink - Limited room service ### More - Air conditioning - Safe - Soundproofed rooms ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11 AM ### Special check-in instructions Guests must transfer to the property via boat and must arrange the transfers by contacting the property before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation The property charges 5 percent for credit card payments The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 11 PM Front desk staffed during limited hours Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets stay free Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation Food and water bowls are available ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available Cribs (infant beds) are not available ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately PHP 100 to 350 per person - Airport shuttle fee: PHP 3500 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3) - Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 5 percent 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 Cashless transactions are available 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 ### Property is also known as Hippocampus Daanbantayan Hippocampus Hotel Daanbantayan Hippocampus Hotel Hippocampus Daanbantayan Hippocampus Hotel Daanbantayan ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Hippocampus pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Hippocampus? ### What time is check-out at Hippocampus? ### Does Hippocampus provide a shuttle to the airport? ### Where is Hippocampus located? ## Have a question? 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