Bus: Davao offers a wide bus network internally and to other cities and provinces. You can choose between AC and non-AC as both are available. Most people in the city prefer to use jeepneys, taxis or Rent-A-Car.
Walk/cycle: You can explore the city in Tricycles, which are motorized auto-rickshaws that usually ply the inner streets of the city. Trisikad, a bicycle attached with a sidecar and commonly attached with an umbrella is another mode of transportation and are great methods in reducing pollution.
Airport: The Francisco Bangoy International Airport is the main airport that people use to commute.
Train: Trains provide quite an interesting travel experience in and around Davao. The new monorail project spanning 28 kms with frequent trips by 6 trains will make travelling by trains a more comfortable experience.
The city of Davao is known as the 'Durian capital of the Philippines'. It offers a wide range of culinary delights from fine dining to street food! Below are a few restaurants where you can indulge your taste buds.
There are loads of adventure sports options to indulge in to make your trip an unforgettable one. Try scuba diving in spots such as Ligid caves, Mushroom rock dive site, Tagbaobo dive site, Paradise beach dive site, Vanishing island dive site. Mountain climbing is another sport that pumps up the adrenaline. You can try this at Mount Apo and Mount Talomo. Prepare to get wet and wild with white water with Davao wild water adventure rafting company. Zip lining with Skyrider, Eden Mountain Resort, Zip city and Outland adventure.
Yes, almost all of the OYO hotels in Davao city accept credit card/card payments.
Davao city has a tropical rainforest climate.Average temperatures are above 80.6°F. The hottest months of the year are April and May which hover around the upper 80s and lower 90s during the day and 70s in the night. The coldest months fall on December and January with an average high of 80°F during the day and upper 60s in the night. The wet season is between May and October where summer monsoon brings lots of heavy rainfall. January and February are probably the best months to visit as the rains stop and the climate inclines toward the cooler side.
Oyo 200 Ponce Suites Art Hotel is located 530 meters from Victoria Plaza mall, 850 meters from Abreeza mall and 920 meters from Gaisano Mall of Davao. OYO 133 Jazzy James Country Hotel II is located at 730 meters from Gaisano mall and 1.55kms from Abreeza Mall. OYO Mikos Residences Bonifacio near Quezon Boulevard, is located 1.98kms from Matina Town Square.
For an amazing weekend getaway in Davao city, explore places such as Jack's Ridge Resort and Restaurant, Tagbaobo ecotourism site, Samal Island located in Davao north (Davao Del Norte) for some of the most scenic beaches and waterfalls, D’ Tunnel Family Resort, Malagos Garden Resort, Pearl Farm Beach Resort.
Basic amenities available at OYO hotels in Davao are:
● Free WiFi – for consistent communication ● AC, Television, refrigerator, hairdryers, and electric kettles - to enjoy the comforts of a home. ● Security – to ensure the safety of our customersMost hotels have additional amenities such as:
● in-house restaurants – so the customers never have to leave the hotel swimming pools - to relax and recuperateOne of the most popular spots in the city is the crocodile park which is home to both freshwater and saltwater crocodiles. Make sure to visit Philippine Eagle Foundation and Nature Centre, Gap Farming Resort, Malagos Garden Resort, Eden Nature Park, Freedom Park and People's Park which is popular for its sculptures and dancing fountain. The city is also home to the highest mountain in the Philippines, Mount Apo.
The types of hotel rooms available in Davao city are Deluxe Double, Superior Double, Superior Family Room, Suite Triple, Suite Family, Deluxe Twin, Standard Single, Standard Double, Saver Double and Saver Single. A 30% discount can be availed for all type of rooms. The prices of these hotel rooms vary from ₱520 to ₱2275 depending on the type of room you choose.