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July 31, 2026

Where to Stay in Bohol: Our Stay at The Bellevue Bohol Resort

Looking back, the first time we visited Bohol, we stayed at Metrocentre Hotel and enjoyed a day trip to Panglao Island Nature Resort and Spa. Seventeen years later, we finally had the chance to return to this beautiful province, and this time we stayed at The Bellevue Bohol Resort.

We previously celebrated a birthday staycation at The Bellevue Manila and had a wonderful experience, so I was hoping we'd receive the same warm hospitality in Bohol. One thing we immediately appreciated was the resort's location on Doljo Beach. Since it's away from the busier areas of Panglao, the atmosphere is much quieter and more relaxing.

As I mentioned in one of my previous posts, the resort was offering a PHP 23,999 nett package for a two-night stay, which included:

Buffet breakfast for two
Round-trip airport transfers
PHP 1,500 tour rebate
One-hour full-body massage for two at Azurea Spa

For our family trip, however, we booked a Deluxe Room for PHP 9,500 per night, plus PHP 2,500 per night for an additional guest.

Our room rate included:

Daily buffet breakfast for two
Complimentary round-trip airport shuttle
Use of the swimming pool and fitness gym
Complimentary kayak use
Access to the game room
Free Wi-Fi
Welcome drinks
Access to the children's activity center

Although we only booked a Deluxe Room, we were pleasantly surprised when the staff informed us that we had been upgraded. Our room and bathroom were much more spacious and overlooked the garden. It turned out to be the perfect room, especially since we were traveling with two senior citizens.

When we entered our room, another surprise was waiting for us: a towel cake and a complimentary birthday cake. It reminded me of our birthday staycation at The Bellevue Manila, where we had to buy our own birthday cake. Looking back, I realized that both of our Bellevue stays happened while celebrating my husband's birthday. It was a nice coincidence that made the trip even more memorable.

We booked two rooms during our stay. One was for our family, while the other was for the senior citizens traveling with us.

Unfortunately, an unexpected incident happened on our first night at the resort. Because of this, we requested to transfer to another room, which meant giving up our complimentary upgrade. Our new room was smaller and no longer had a garden view, but we appreciated how the staff assisted us throughout the transfer.

The Bellevue Bohol Resort offers plenty of facilities, including an infinity pool, fitness gym, game room, children's play area, and Azurea Spa.

The resort also has several complimentary activities for guests. During our stay, we enjoyed free kayak use and the Glass Bottom Boat Ride, both of which were fun.

The resort has two restaurants, Lamian and Marea, where we had our breakfast, lunch, and dinner. If you'd like to know more about the food, you can also read my other blog posts:

Food Trip at The Bellevue Bohol Resort
Buffet Breakfast at The Bellevue Bohol Resort
Luau Night Buffet at The Bellevue Bohol Resort

Despite the unexpected incident during our first night, we still had an enjoyable stay. The little touches made a big difference, from the welcome drinks and native necklace souvenirs to the midnight snacks, complimentary activities, birthday cakes served both in our room and at the restaurant, a 10% dining discount voucher, and complimentary drinks or dessert.

Even if you don't have any tours planned, you'll still find plenty of things to do within the resort, making it a great place to simply relax and unwind. Most importantly, the staff consistently provided excellent service from the moment we arrived until we headed home.

Overall, our stay at The Bellevue Bohol Resort was a memorable one. While no trip is ever perfect, the resort's comfortable accommodations, relaxing atmosphere, thoughtful gestures, and excellent customer service made our family vacation in Bohol one to remember.

Read: 4 Days in Bohol

July 29, 2026

Breakfast Buffet at The Bellevue Resort Bohol: A Delicious Way to Start the Day

Breakfast is my favorite meal of the day, so whenever we travel and stay at a hotel or resort that includes breakfast, it's always something I look forward to. There’s just something special about starting the morning with a leisurely buffet, trying different dishes, and enjoying a good cup of tea, hot chocolate, or coffee before heading out to explore. Thankfully, the breakfast buffet at The Bellevue Resort Bohol did not disappoint.

While it isn't the biggest or most extravagant buffet I've experienced, it offers a well-curated selection that's more than enough to satisfy every breakfast craving. The spread includes the usual favorites such as cereal, yogurt, fresh bread and pastries, salads, pancakes, eggs cooked to your preference, tropical fruits, and a variety of hot dishes.

We stayed at the resort for four days, which meant we enjoyed three breakfast buffets during our visit. Instead of eating the same thing every morning, we made it a point to try different dishes each day. One thing we noticed was that the weekend buffet offered a wider selection compared to the weekday spread.

The weekend spread featured more Filipino favorites like taho, puto, dinuguan, pork humba, dilis, longganisa, and other local breakfast dishes. There were also mini pizzas, sandwiches, waffles, pudding, and more. It was a nice surprise and gave us the chance to sample more of the local flavors alongside the international breakfast staples.

Another thing we enjoyed was experiencing breakfast in two different restaurants. On our first morning, we dined at Lamian Restaurant, while our second and third breakfasts were served at Marea Restaurant, the resort's beautiful al fresco dining area overlooking the pool and the beach. Eating breakfast with the fresh sea breeze and relaxing ocean views made the experience even more memorable.

Whether you're someone who loves a hearty Filipino breakfast or prefers lighter options like fruits and yogurt, The Bellevue Resort Bohol's breakfast buffet offers enough variety to start your day on a delicious note.

Here are some of the dishes we enjoyed during our stay.

Overall, we enjoyed every breakfast during our stay at The Bellevue Resort Bohol. While the buffet isn't the largest, the quality, variety, and beautiful beachfront setting made each morning feel special. If breakfast is one of your favorite meals too, you'll likely appreciate starting your day here before exploring the beautiful island of Bohol.

Read: Food Trip at The Bellevue Bohol Resort
Luau Night Buffet

July 28, 2026

Food Trip at The Bellevue Bohol Resort

We stayed at The Bellevue Bohol Resort for four days, and most of our meals were enjoyed at the resort. From breakfast to lunch and dinner, we had plenty of opportunities to try their menu. The only meal we had outside the resort was during our Loboc River Cruise Buffet.

On our first night, we availed of the Luau Night Buffet, which was a great way to start our stay. Unfortunately, I realized I forgot to take photos of our other dinners. Looking back, I think it was because we were already tired after a full day of exploring Bohol. Instead of having heavy meals, we usually preferred something light like bread before calling it a night. We'd rather sleep comfortably than go to bed feeling too full.

I'll be sharing our buffet breakfast in a separate post. For now, let me show you the dishes we tried during our lunches at the resort.

Although the resort has different restaurants, I noticed that they provide a combined menu, allowing guests to order dishes from both restaurants (Lamian and Marea). It gave us more options, which we really appreciated.

Lunch at The Bellevue Resort

For our third day's lunch, we ordered:

· Kalabasa Crema – PHP285
· Lechon Kawali – PHP645
· Pork Sinigang – PHP680
· Adobong Kangkong – PHP395
· Tinunuang Nokus – PHP745
· Plain Rice – PHP65

While waiting for our food, the restaurant served complimentary chips as an appetizer. They also provided each guest with a cold towel, which was a thoughtful touch, especially after coming in from the summer heat. It was a simple gesture, but it made us feel refreshed and well taken care of while waiting for our meal.

We also enjoyed the resort's 10% dining discount, along with their promotion of a free dessert or drink for a minimum single receipt of PHP1,500. We chose the complimentary chocolate cake, and it was a sweet ending to our meal.

Our Last Lunch at the Resort

After checking out, we had one more lunch at the resort. This time, we ordered:

· Boholanong Pinakbet – PHP395
· Sizzling Bangus – PHP755
· Beef Steak Tagalog – PHP730
· Plain Rice – PHP65
· Coconut Shake – PHP320
· Bellevue Garden Salad – PHP285 + Add-on Grilled Chicken – PHP100
· Halo-Halo – PHP340
· Mango Float Cheesecake – PHP220

Once again, we used the 10% dining discount together with the free dessert or drink voucher for spending at least PHP1,500. We selected the Brazo de Mercedes as our complimentary dessert.

To make our lunch even more memorable, the staff surprised my husband with a complimentary birthday cake. It was such a thoughtful gesture and a wonderful way to celebrate his birthday during our stay.

Since we were a group of five, we found that the main dishes were generously portioned and perfect for sharing. Overall, we enjoyed our dining experience at The Bellevue Bohol Resort. The food was satisfying, the servings were good for families or groups, and the dining perks made our meals even more worthwhile.