8 Best Beaches Near Manila To Revisit If You Need a Vacation

Location: Anda, Pangasinan

Pangasinan is always a popular beach getaway for many Manileños because of its gorgeous beaches. One beauty here that is worth your visit is Tondol Beach in the town of Anda, which some call the most beautiful beach in Pangasinan. It’s everything you’ll ever want in a laid-back vacation: minimal crowd, few establishments, and a gorgeous white sand beach.

As for the accommodations, there are a number of resorts in Tondol Beach including 828 Gems Beach Resort, Villa Vessella, and JCT Beach Resort.

Location: Barangay La Paz, San Narciso Town, Zambales

Also a go-to beach and arguably the best beach in Zambales for many Manileños is Crystal Beach in San Narciso, Zambales. The gorgeous gray beach and the fun surfing activities make it worth coming back to. Another reason Crystal Beach is worth revisiting is its campsites. Crystal Beach Resort, the management that looks after the beach, does offer fancy accommodations, but to get an authentic beach experience, rent a tent or bring yours and spend the night camping under the stars.

Check out our list of beaches in Subic, Clark, and Central Luzon or browse the Travel & Transportation category of the ShoppersGuide Directory.

Location: San Juan, Batangas

Batangas is a famous getaway near Manila thanks to its long lines of beaches dotted with resorts. One particular beach in the province that everyone seems to love revisiting is Laiya Beach in San Juan, Batangas. Many people love Laiya because of its powder-like sands and clear waters and the family-friendly resorts that make it a convenient vacation destination.

Another reason people love coming back to Batangas is the food. If you’re craving for a good bowl of bulalo (beef shanks in clear soup) or lomi (thick fresh egg noodles), Batangas is the best place to get these dishes.

Location: Ternate, Cavite

Cavite may not be known as a vacation destination, but there’s a beach here you’ll want to visit and revisit: Katungkulan Beach Resort. Located inside Camp General Gregorio Lim Marine Base, Katungkulan Beach Resort is maintained and guarded by the Marines. There are strictly implemented rules, and these regulations have resulted in a clean and orderly resort. The beach itself is gorgeous, consisting of fine pale sand and gentle waves perfect for adults and kids. Overnight stays are not allowed, unless you’re related to a Marine inside the base, but there are cottages in the resort for rent in the daytime.

Location: Sabang, Puerto Galera, Oriental Mindoro

Another favorite place for many Manileños for a quick escape is Puerto Galera. For party animals, White Beach is a favorite because of its bar-lined beachfront. Meanwhile, if you want to keep away from the party crowds, Sabang Beach is the place you should go to. Aside from the peaceful beach away from the crowds, Sabang’s rich marine life makes it perfect for diving. You can also do island hopping activities and visit nearby falls like Tamaraw Falls and Tukuran Falls.

Location: Mariveles, Bataan

In recent years, Bataan has been steadily growing in popularity thanks to the new beaches that opened to the public. You’ve probably let the buzz lead you there, too! One such beach you may want to revisit is Laki Beach in Mariveles. Opened to the public in 2016, the beach features tan-colored sand and cerulean waters that you can enjoy in quiet.

Expect a crowd-less, peaceful beach filled only with coconut trees and surrounded by stunning rock formations. Staying overnight is allowed but since there are no establishments available in the area, be prepared to bring your own food and tent.

Location: San Juan, La Union

If you’re a surfer, you’ve probably been to La Union hundreds of times. That’s not surprising as the town is known for its waves that attract surfers from all over. One beach worth visiting is Urbiztondo Beach in San Juan. It is the primary surfing spot in La Union, and the high season is from July to March. If it’s your first time to surf, there are surf schools in the area where you can hire an instructor and rent a board for a couple of hours. You can also walk around Urbiztondo Beach’s gray sand beach if you’re not fond of surfing.

Location: Quezon Province

Another captivating beauty that many people love coming back to is the island of Jomalig. Despite requiring almost 12 hours of travel via land and sea, people can’t still get enough of the island’s clear blue waters and powdery white sand. Aside from savoring the beauty of Jomalig, you can also rent a boat and visit nearby islands like Manlanat Islet and Kanaway Island.

Jomalig Island might seem far from civilization, but there are actually hotels and resorts around the municipality where you can stay for the night. Just be prepared as power here is only available from 6:00 PM to 2:00 AM.