Pages

Sunday, March 11, 2012

Top 3 Luxurious Resorts in the Philippines

Summer is definitely around once again. With the temperature constantly rising, it's hard not to think about our well-deserved summer vacation. If you’re up for an unforgettable and luxurious getaway with your family, friends, and loved ones, here are the top 3 luxurious resorts in the Philippines that I personally recommend. So what are you waiting for? Be ready with your swim wear, shades, and sun tan lotion! I assure you that you will enjoy your much awaited vacation. Experience a piece of heaven here on earth.

Top 3. Acuatico Beach Resort in Laiya, Batangas, Philippines
 

Opened in 2008, this Balinese inspired resort can accommodate up to a maximum of 70 guests. About a three hour drive from Manila, it is the only exclusive luxury resort of its kind in Laiya.
 

Facilities:
  • an infinity - edge pool
  • kiddie pool
  • beach
  • Acua Floating Bar
  • outdoor Jacuzzi
  • water sports facilities: Kayak and Pedal Boat
  • Basketball court
  • Volleyball
  • Game room
  • Children’s playroom
  • outdoor male and female shower rooms
  • Simona Spa
  • Meeting room (capacity: 30 to 50 persons)
  • ample parking space

Oceano Restaurant



Oceano is Acuatico's only restaurant, it can accommodate up to 100 guests. This restaurant serves Filipino, Asian and Continental dishes. Their operating hours is from 6:00 am to 10:00 pm.

Acua Floating Bar

The Acua Floating Bar is located in the middle of the infinity pool. They offer an extensive selection of beverages.    

They serve a variety of non-alcoholic and alcoholic beverages to complement a relaxing atmosphere. Their operating hours is from 9:00 am to 12:00 mn.

Simona Spa:


Experience a total body relaxation at the Simona Spa. They offer a variety of full body massages, and several choices of body oils that will suit your needs. The spa also has a sauna, and shower areas for both female and male rooms. The Simona Spa is open from 11 am to 9 pm.

Rooms:

Alta Vista

The room rate is Php 6,950 per night. This room is good for 2 persons. It has an LCD TV, telephone, and a bathroom with a tub.

Casa de Playa


The room rate is Php 8,560 per night. The room is good for 2 persons, and it is located at the beach front. It has a queen size bed, LCD TV, telephone, IPod dock, bathroom and terrace.

Estancia

The room rate is Php 21,400 per night. The room is good for 6 persons. It has 2 LCD TVs, 2 telephone units, common bathroom area, lanai, loft and a view deck. It also has three rooms, two of which have queen-sized beds, while another with a twin bed.

Family Suite

The room rate is Php 12,300 per night. The room is good for 4 persons. It has two rooms: one room has a queen-sized bed, while the other room has a twin bed. It also has 2 LCD TVs, bathroom and and a lanai.

Infiniti Room


The room rate is Php 6,950 per night. The room is good for 2 persons. It has a twin bed, LCD TV, telephone, and a bathroom.

Infiniti Room (Poolside)

The room rate is Php 7,170 per night. The room is good for 2 persons. It has a queen-sized bed, LCD TV, telephone, bathroom, and a lanai.

Terraza

The room rate is Php 12,300 per night. The room is good for 4 persons. It has two queen-sized beds, LCD TV, telephone, bathroom at the ground floor and a view deck on the 2nd floor.

Vista de Laiya

The room rate is Php 8,150 per night. The room is good for 2 persons. It is located at the third floor of the hotel. It has a queen-sized bed, LCD TV, telephone, mini bar, and a bathroom with tub.

Rates are inclusive of the following:
  • Room Accommodation
  • Daily Breakfast
  • Complimentary bottled water
  • All day complimentary coffee and tea
  • Use of resort facilities
  • Use of water sports facilities (kayak and pedal boat)
  • Service charge and applicable taxes

Reminders:
  • Check-in time is 1:00 pm, while check-out time is 11:00 am the following day.
  • Use of proper swimming attire is required.
  • Bringing of food is not allowed.
  • Bringing of pets is strictly prohibited. 
Click here to get directions on how to get there from Manila 
Click here to download or print map

Contact Details:

Reservations Office:
Unit 142, Ground floor, Mile Long Building, V.A. Rufino corner Amorsolo street, Makati City,
Philippines, 1223

Telephone No:
(632) 8927577 to 79

(632) 4088383

Email:
reservations@acuaticoresort.com.ph

Office Hours:
Mondays to Thursdays (8 am to 6 pm)
Fridays (8 am to 5 pm)


Top 2. Misibis Bay, Albay, Philippines

Misibis Bay is a 5 hectare island resort. It may be reached via a 50-minute flight from Manila to Legazpi, then by a 45-minute land travel.

Rooms:

Junior Suite Deluxe 

The room rate is $640 per night. This 45 sqm room is good for 3 persons. It has a double / king-sized bed, and has a view of the lagoon pool.

Premier Villa and Junior Suite Premier

The room rate for Premier Villa is $640 per night. This 50 sqm room is good for 3 persons. It has a king-sized bed, a private garden and has a view of the lagoon pool.

The room rate for Junior Suite Premier is $776 per night. This 45 sqm room is good for 3 persons. It has a king-sized bed, beachfront veranda, and a beachbed.

One Bedroom Deluxe

The room rate is $912 per night. This 65 sqm room is good for 4 persons. It has a double / king-sized bed, a view of the lagoon pool and garden.

One Bedroom Premier

The room rate is $1,151 per night. This 110 sqm room is good for 4 persons. It has a double / king-sized bed, outdoor Jacuzzi, chaise lounge, and a wrap-around veranda.

One Bedroom Luxury

The room rate is $1,049 per night. This 65 sqm room is good for 4 persons. It has a double bed, beachfront veranda, and a beachbed.

Luxury Villa

The room rate is $1,389 per night. This 50 sqm room is good for 4 persons. It has a king-sized bed, beachfront private plunge pool, veranda, and a beachbed.

Rates are inclusive of the following:
  • breakfast
  • full board meals for One-Bedroom Deluxe only
  • airport transfers
  • non-motorized watersport activities

Click here for 2012 Published Rates

Essenses Spa

Restaurants and Bars

The Spice Market offers a cuisine with distinct Asian flavors. On the other hand, the Dela Playa Beach Grill and Tapas Bar offers grilled seafood, steaks, and cocktails. They also have a nightly entertainment of acoustic guitar and Brazilian music. Lastly, the Sula Bar is a poolside bar that offers drinks and cocktails, perfect for a night out with friends.

Special Dining

Meetings and Conferences

This convention hall can accommodate up to 300 guests. The set up can be a classroom or a banquet style.

Activities:

Tours:
  • Mayon Volcano
  • Lava Wall at Bonga Gully        
  • Chocolate Hills of Daraga
  • Manta Bowl of Ticao Island
  • Nag-aso Lake in Albay
  • Whale Sharks of Donsol         







Outdoor activities:
  • mountain bikes
  • stand-up paddle
  • Hobie Cat
  • dune buggies
  • Segway
  • 200 and 400-meter zipline
  • kayak
  • jetskiing
  • banana boating
  • kneeboarding
  • wakeboarding
  • wind surf
  • snorkeling
  • diving
 
 


Indoor Activity Center: 
  • darts
  • billiards
  • table tennis
  • football

Playroom:
  • Playstation 3
  • Wii
  • X-box
  • sandbox
  • see-saw
  • tunnel
  • pit ball, etc.



Fitness Center
  • treadmills
  • exercise bike
  • gym balls
  • weights
  • bars
  • multi gyms

Weddings and Special Events:
  


Click here to get directions on how to get there, from Manila to Legaspi

Click here to get directions on how to get there, from Legaspi to Misibis Bay

Click here to view the resort map

Contact Details:

Manila Sales and Reservations Office:
1202-B Tektite West Tower, Philippine Stock Exchange, Exchange Road, Ortigas Center, 1605 Pasig City, Phillippines
Legazpi Office:
Hotel Venezia, Renaissance Gardens, Washington Drive, Legazpi City, Albay, Philippines

Misibis Bay:
Cagraray Island, Bacacay, Albay Province, Bicol Region, Philippines

Telephone No:
(632) 6618888 Manila Office
(6352) 4810888 Legaspi Office

Mobile No:
(63917)5991590

Fax No:
(632) 4703607

Email:
reservations@misibisbay.com                                       


Top 1. Bellaroca Island Resort and Spa in Marinduque, Philippines

This Santorini inspired architecture was opened to the public last February 2009 and scheduled to fully operate this year.

Marinduque is just a 30-minute flight from Manila. From the airport, guests are picked up by a private van for a 40-minute land transfer to the town of Lipata, Municipality of Buenavista. From there, guests are transferred via speed boats or yachts for a 5-minute crossing to the island.

Rooms:

Junior Suites and Suites 


Casas


Casas can accommodate up to 6 guests.

Terraza

Terrazas have 2 bedrooms.

Garden and Cliff Villas

 The following amenities are available for your own comfort and conviniece:
  • infinity pool, outdoor Jacuzzi / whirlpool, exterior lounge area / sundeck for Garden and Cliff Villas only
  • beddings and pillow selections
  • individually controlled airconditioning
  • Skype enabled Belkin telephone
  • Plasma TV, DVD Player, home theatre stereo systems, and satellite TV
  • Ipod dock and wifi compact sound systems
  • complimentary internet connectivity in the room and in general public areas
  • personal bar and refrigerator
  • coffee and tea service
  • bath and shower facilities including Jacuzzi and / or bath tub
  • bathroom amenities: L’Occitane, Aveda, Ren, and Molton Brown
  • electronic safe deposit box
  • private balcony / veranda / garden
  • golf cart service

Click here for 2012 Published Rates

Resort Facilities, Amenities and Services:

  • hotel lobby
  • Piano lounge
  • baby-sitting by trained employees
  • Cigar Room
  • Library
  • meeting room
  • Entertainment Room
  • Gym and Fitness Center
  • meditation sanctuary
  • Bellarocca Spa
  • boutique
  • food and beverage outlets for all-day dining: Hotel Pavilion, Seaside Pavilion, Marina Cafe and Bar 
  • tea house
  • outdoor venues for weddings, banquets and special events
  • Aqua Sports Center
  • hotel lap swimming pool
  • seaside swimming  pool
  • natural hot spring pool
  • pristine white sand beachfront
  • picnic grove
  • 9-hole par 36 golf course and driving range
  • internet connection for all lodgings
  • medical clinic 

Resort Activities / Recreation and Attractions:

  • romantic breakfast arrangements (i.e. by the beach or the garden area)
  • private lunch, dinner and cocktails
  • option of taking meals in their accommodation
  • arts and crafts lessons
  • environmental lessons
  • private movie screenings (in-door / outdoor)
  • lectures on spa and wellness living (seasonal)
  • couples’ massages and spa treatments
  • private cruising / yachting
  • fitness walks / jogging trails
  • trekking / hiking
  • Kayaking
  • Jet ski
  • Windsurfing
  • Hobie cat sailing
  • Banana boat
  • educational tours
  • excursions
  • parties
  • weddings



Click here for a virtual tour at the resort

Contact Details:

Corporate Sales Office:
Suite 2804, 28th Floor, Ayala Life-FGU Center, 6811 Ayala Avenue, Makati City, 1229 Philippines

Resort Address:
Barangay Tungib - Lipata, Municipality of Buenavista, Province of Marinduque, Philippines

Telephone:
(632) 8177290
(632) 3109931

Fax:
(632) 8175879
(632) 8924102

No comments:

Post a Comment