Golden Sands Destination
About Golden Sands Destination
Golden Sands Destination Resort is a premier beachfront getaway located in Barangay Maya, Daanbantayan, at the northern tip of Cebu. Known for its expansive 1.75-kilometer stretch of powdery white sand beach, tranquil turquoise waters, and unique two-hectare lagoon, the resort offers a perfect blend of relaxation and adventure for families, couples, and groups. Guests can enjoy comfortable beachfront accommodations, swimming pools, kayaking, paddleboarding, island hopping, and PADI diving experiences, with Malapascua Island's world-famous dive sites just a short boat ride away. Surrounded by coconut groves and breathtaking coastal scenery, Golden Sands Destination Resort is one of the best beach resorts in Northern Cebu for travelers seeking a peaceful tropical escape, unforgettable sunsets, and easy access to Cebu's top marine attractions.
What to expect
Golden Sands is really two settings in one: a long, quiet stretch of powdery white sand along the sea at the far northern tip of Cebu, and a separate two-hectare man-made lagoon crossed by arched footbridges that you can paddle a kayak across. There is room to cycle a fat-tyre bike along the sand, laze by the pools, and watch a wide, uninterrupted sunset.
Casa de Olas on the beachfront is a genuine draw in its own right — brick-oven pizza and quesadillas with your feet almost in the sand. The resort's other role is as a jumping-off point: Malapascua's dive sites and northern island-hopping trips are a short boat ride away, so it works as a base rather than only a destination.
Editorial review
There’s lots to do here since the place is quite big — with two swimming pools and a nice stretch of beach to enjoy. A great spot to spend the day and relax by the coast.
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getReallyCebu
Know before you go
Golden Sands takes both overnight guests and day-tour visitors; book the day tour ahead as inclusions and rates change with the season. The catch is the distance — a private car is roughly 3.5 to 4 hours up the northern coastal road, or a north-bound bus to Maya then a short tricycle, so it is not a quick trip from the city. The dry season, roughly November to May, brings calmer seas and clearer skies. If Malapascua is on your list, staying up here first makes the early dive boats much easier.
Sitio Suba, Barangay Maya, Daanbantayan, Cebu
Daanbantayan
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111 km from Cebu City (straight-line)
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Frequently asked questions
How do I get to Golden Sands Destination?
North Bus to Maya (~4 hrs), then tricycle to Sitio Suba. Private car ~3.5–4 hrs up the northern coastal road from Cebu City.
When is the best time to visit Golden Sands Destination?
Dry season Nov–May for calmer seas and clearer skies.
Where is Golden Sands Destination located?
Golden Sands Destination is at Sitio Suba, Barangay Maya, Daanbantayan, Cebu. That puts it in Northern Cebu. It is roughly 111 km from Cebu City.
Is Golden Sands Destination too far for a day trip from Cebu City?
For most people, yes. It is 3.5 to 4 hours up the northern coastal road, so it works better as an overnight stay, especially if you want to catch the early dive boats to Malapascua.
Can you visit Golden Sands for the day without staying overnight?
Yes, it takes day-tour visitors, but book ahead because inclusions and rates change with the season.
What else is there to see near Golden Sands Destination?
Suba Beach, Kandaya Resort, and Malapascua Island are the closest places on the Cebuzone map to Golden Sands Destination, and are all linked below.