No Joke, You Can Enjoy the Cold Water at this Spring Resort in Cebu for Only PhP150

Summer is the perfect season to dip in the waters, and you would agree that cold springs are always a good idea. If you’re in Cebu and looking for one, this spring resort in Cebu is one of the perfect and quick destinations you should visit—the Banyan Springs Resort!

Banyan Springs Resort’s unsophisticated beauty and natural water will captivate you, and the best part is that it's incredibly affordable. So, read more about this affordable resort in Cebu!

Banyan Springs Resort, formerly Guinawon Cold Springs, has been a beloved destination, especially for locals. With its recent renovations and the introduction of more prominent places and amenities, it has only grown in popularity since its opening to the public in 2019. Today, this affordable resort in Cebu is a favorite among the citizens of Tabogon and the nearby towns of Sogod and Bogo for excursions and swimming.

Banyan Springs Resort is a famous cold spring in Tabogon, a municipality in the northern part of Cebu. It’s not just famous; it's also easily accessible, making it a popular stop for families in the area and nearby municipalities.

Whether driving or taking a bus, reaching this spring resort in Cebu is a breeze, and it is just a three-hour drive from the city, depending on traffic conditions. If you commute, you can take the bus heading to Tabogon via Borbon at the North Bus Terminal in Mandaue City. Inform the driver to drop you off at Banyan Springs Resort. It’s along the main road heading to Tabogon proper. A parking space at the entrance is available but has limited space. You can park along the road should the parking area be fully occupied.

If you plan to visit this affordable resort in Cebu during the summer, be prepared for a lively atmosphere as many people flock to the resort to cool down. The entrance fee is PhP100 for children aged four to 12 and PhP150 for children aged 13 and up. Additional charges of PhP30 for environmental and barangay fees apply. The resort offers cottages for PhP200 to PhP300, which include a table and chairs. You're welcome to bring your food and enjoy a picnic at the cottages with no corkage fees. For your convenience, there are separate shower rooms and comfort rooms near the entrance.

Banyan Springs Resort has three pool areas surrounded by wooden cottages on the sides. As soon as you dip in the waters, you’ll be amazed by the place’s natural beauty, including the refreshing water flowing from a spring and the natural rocks underneath. This unique experience is what separates the resort from the usual swimming pools.

Some tips are that alcoholic drinks and smoking are prohibited, eating or drinking around the pool area is not permissible, seafood shells must not be disposed of, and fish must be strictly ready-to-grill only.

The spring resort in Cebu only accepts first-come, first-served walk-ins, so come early to get a cottage. For more information, visit the resort’s Facebook page, https://www.facebook.com/banyanspringsresort.

Address: Brgy. Maslog, Tabogon, Cebu

Operating Hours: Daily, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM

Contact Info: banyanspringsresort@gmail.com, 0929 4772056

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