Azure Dive Resort

Azure dive resort, Dumaguete

Masaplod Norte, Dauin, 6217 Negros Oriental, Philippines | Full-board + 2 dives from $137/ppn

azure dive resort Quick Pitch

Only 18 kilometers from Dumaguete City, the Azure Dive Resort is known for its simple elegance and amazing dive sites. Founded in 1998 by Glenn Carballo, an avid and experienced dive instructor, the Azure Dive Resorts aims to provide world-class diving services and to be one of the best in the industry. 

Quick Information 

• No of Rooms: 13
• Dive Center: On-site
• Amenities: AC, flat LED cable television with premium movie channels, outdoor swimming pool, Beatriz Restaurant, in-house dive shop, air-conditioned dive camera room
• WiFi: Yes, free
• Nearest International Airport: Mactan-Cebu International Airport
• Airport shuttle: Yes

How to Get There

Located 18 kilometers from the Dumaguete City, Dauin is easily accessible by a quick flight to the Dumaguete City domestic airport. A typical flight lasts about an hour. Alternatively, you can take a fast flight from Cebu or hire a private van which will take approximately 3.5 hours.

Dive Overview

The Azure Dive Resort offers world-class diving amenities in its in-house dive shop. Their air-conditioned dive camera room is outfitted with 110-240v electrical outlets that ensure that your set up and set down will be as enjoyable and relaxing as possible. The resort offers easy access to Dauin's excellent muck diving as well as to the unique protected reef that is Apo Island.

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Accommodations

Types of Rooms, Amenities, and Photos

azure dive resort Accommodation Overview

The Azure Dive Resort offers 13 superior deluxe bedrooms that are the epitome of comfort, with private balconies, Memory Foam™ mattresses, and en suite bathroom with Kohler™ fixtures. Guests can choose from the superior family/triple room, the superior deluxe king room, or the superior deluxe twin room. All rooms include air-conditioning, flat-screen television with cable connection, and WiFi.

In theme with the Filipino ambiance, the furniture and fixtures in all bedrooms were sourced from different parts of the Philippines. The closets are made of solihiya, thin strands of rattan woven into a sunburst pattern, from Cebu. The night lamps are re-purposed Mangayan baskets from Oriental Mindoro. The ceiling lamps come from Albay, and the Can-ayan banigs (handwoven mats) hanging on the wall are from Bukidnon.

superior family/triple room

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• The Superior Family/Triple Room is 32m² and contains 3 42"x78" single beds, 2 beds can be attached upon request. The room can comfortablyaccommodate 3 adults and 2 children below 5 years old. The room is located on the ground floor, and offers a garden view from the floor to ceiling wood and glass sliding doors. Breakfast for three persons is included. 

superior deluxe king room

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• The Superior Deluxe King room is 28m² and contains one king bed. It is located on the ground floor, and occupancy is for 2 adults. The private terrace overlooks the sea. Breakfast for two persons is included. 

superior deluxe twin room

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• The Superior Deluxe Twin Room contains twin beds, perfect for two adults. It is 28m² and located on the second floor with a perfect view of the sea from the private balcony. Breakfast for 2 persons is included. 

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Resort Facilities

Beatriz Restaurant

Outdoor Pool 

azure dive Resort Features 

• Outdoor swimming pool area
• On-site restaurant, Beatriz Restaurant
• Massage (By Appointment)
• In-house dive shop
• Air-conditioned dive camera room outfitted with 110-240-volt electrical outlets 
• 24-hour security 

azure dive resort Food & Drinks 

The Beatriz Restaurant, the resort's in-house restaurant, is named after the owner's good friend Beatriz Zobel, Jr. It was her interest and love for Filipino culture that influenced the concept and ambiance of the Azure Dive Resort. The restaurant keeps in theme by showcasing Filipino artistry. Solihiya pendant lamps from Albay are displayed in the center, while Pampanga carvings hang above the buffet complimented by cylindrical lamps from Triboa Bay Living. All meals at the Beatriz are pre-arranged; however, guests may request for specific dishes provided that the ingredients are available at the local market. They are also open for A la Carte dining.

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Package & Rates

RATES & AVAILABILITY

For information on rates, availability and to book, drop us an email at bookings@bluewaterdivetravel.com or call us at 310-915-6677 and we will gladly help you plan your dream dive vacation!

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Dive Information

Dive Overview

The instructors and guides are highly trained and know how to navigate you to the best dive sites for the best experiences. The easily-accessible Dauin sites and breath-taking coral reefs of Apo Island are sure to give you one of the best diving experiences you've ever had. 

• At the Azure Dve Resort, you have easy access via shore entry to the VIP House Reef. It is one of the first artificial house reefs in Negros Oriental, made up of tire that has been underwater for around 10 years. Other close dive sites in Dauin include Dolphin Point and Masaplod, where you can see schools of yellow tail snapper, jacks, stingray and garden eel. Here, you will also get the chance to meet the Big Turtle. 
• Forty-five minutes away via boat ride is the highlight of the Visayan region, Apo Island. Containing a unique protected reef with a breath-taking coral garden and colorful reef fishes, it isn't difficult to imagine why Apo Island is such a popular dive spot. With sites such as the Apo Chapel Point and Apo Rock Point, you will get to see the beauty of the ocean as you've never seen before. Apo Island also contains the famous Clown-fish City, where you can see the rare phenomenon of hundreds of clownfish living together. 

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Dive Center Information

azure dive Resort Dive Center Overview 

The Azure Dive Resort Dive Center is fully equipped to provide you with all your diving needs. In addition to their in-house dive shop, they also have an air-conditioned camera room where 110-240v electrical outlets are provided for your appliances. 

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Other Information

Practical Information 

• Electricity: 220 Volts
• Time zone: UTC+8
• Accept Credit Cards?: Yes, AMEX, Visa, Mastercard, Diners and JCB (with 4% surcharge)
• USD cash payment accepted subject to current exchange rate.

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Underwater Gallery

photos courtesy of Azure Dive Resort

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