Samal Stays
Pearly Mac is a family-run island retreat offering two distinct stays in Tagpopongan, Samal — one by the sea, and one on the cliffs. Both properties were built with the same intention: to create simple, welcoming spaces where people can rest, reconnect, and experience island living at its most genuine.
AMENITIES
Cabana by the Sea
Waterfront location
Multiple bedrooms suitable for families or groups
Air-conditioned bedrooms
Private bathrooms
Open living and dining areas
Small plunge pool
Kitchen with basic cooking equipment
Wi-Fi available
Outdoor dining and lounging spaces
Both Properties
Family-owned, private holiday homes
Sea or ocean views
Basic kitchen or kitchenette
Local caretaker support nearby
Cliffside
Elevated cliffside setting with ocean views
Private huts with ensuite bathrooms
Cold-water showers
Simple island furnishings
Outdoor seating overlooking the sea
Direct access to rocky shoreline (uneven steps)
Snorkelling access near natural corals (guests bring own gear)
No Wi-Fi – ideal for unplugging and slowing down
Mobile signal may vary depending on weather and network
Cabana by the Sea
Cabana by the Sea began as a simple family kubo — a place by the water where our mother could rest, slow down, and find peace. Over time, it grew into a comfortable island home designed for longer stays, shared meals, and meaningful time together.
Today, Cabana by the Sea offers the ease of home living with a few added comforts: airy indoor spaces, private bedrooms, bathrooms, air-conditioning, a small plunge pool, and reliable WiFi. It’s a place where families gather, milestones are celebrated, and days are shaped by the sea just outside your door.
Ideal for guests looking for a relaxed coastal stay with practical comforts — whether for remote work, extended family time, or a quiet escape by the water.
Cliffside
Cliffside is a quieter, more back-to-basics island stay, built along the rocky shoreline of Tagpopongan. Developed in the mid-2010s as an extension of our family’s seaside retreat, it was created to preserve the simplicity of island living and our close connection to the sea.
The property features two private cliffside huts with ensuite bathrooms, outdoor seating, and direct access to the rocky shoreline below — where our family has spent years snorkelling among corals and marine life. There is no WiFi here, by design, allowing guests to disconnect and enjoy the rhythm of the ocean.
Cliffside is best suited for guests who appreciate nature, quiet, and a slower pace — a simple island escape with uninterrupted sea views.
Everything is optional, flexible, and intended to complement the simple rhythm of your island stay.
Discover the simple island dishes available during your stay — home-cooked Filipino meals prepared locally, perfect for easy mornings and relaxed evenings by the sea.
Find out the easiest ways to get here and move around Samal, with practical transport options and local guidance to help you plan your arrival and day trips.
Explore the quieter, less touristy side of the island — natural shorelines, local snorkelling spots, and slow, everyday moments shaped by the sea rather than crowds.