These hotels and resorts will bring you closer to nature.
Being surrounded by lush greenery has impacted our wellbeing; it is proven that nature helps us heal emotionally and physically. Anyone who dwells in the city knows that its noise and pollution is a stressful environment to live in. That’s why weekend breaks and staycations close to nature are great ways to replenish your tired body and soul. But we’re constantly at a crossroads: finding decent resorts near Manila that are also close to nature has always been a challenging task, not to mention the toll it takes to take time off and travel far.
That’s why we did the job for you! If you’re all about self-care and self-love, take time to get in touch with nature at these hotels and resorts near Manila.
1. Mount Purro Nature Reserve
Where: Purok 5, Barangay Calawis, Antipolo City
Travel Time: Two hours from Manila
Prices/Price Range:
Adults PhP1,200 (weekends and holidays)
Children PhP750 (weekends and holidays)
Adults PhP950 (weekdays)
Children PhP550 (weekdays)
Mount Purro is an eco-park filled with relaxation and recreational activities.
Image: Mount Purro Nature Reserve
Mount Purro Nature Reserve in Antipolo is a quick getaway near Manila, only two hours away from Manila. The site is known for weekend breaks and team-building exercises due to the adventurous activities, such as hiking, trekking, swimming, camping, and ziplining. Because the nature reserve is just at the feet of the Sierra Madre Mountain range, you can also meet the Dumagat tribe and learn how to cook using nothing but bamboo and wood. Meanwhile, kids can take on the obstacle course at the Nature Playscape. After engaging in these activities, you can also stay the night and rest in one of their comfy cottages. Mt. Purro also has an in-house restaurant that is more than ready to fill your stomach with tasty fares.
2. Cristina Villas Mountain Resort
Where: Brgy. Sta. Cruz, Taktak Road, Antipolo City
Travel Time: Two hours from Manila
Prices/Price Range:
Standard Hotel Room PhP2,800
Deluxe Couple’s Room PhP3,000
Suite Room PhP3,700
Suite Deluxe Room PhP4,000
Nestled along the peaks of Antipolo, Cristina Villas is just a few minutes away from the city’s grand church.
Image: Cristina Villas Mountain Resort
Because of its location, Antipolo is home to numerous mountain resorts. One of the popular spots is the Cristina Villas Mountain Resort. The Mediterranean-themed resort has over three adult swimming pools and one kiddie pool. Once you’re done swimming, you can stay over at any of the 22 rooms in the resort’s hotel, which provides a view of the Metro Manila skyline from the balconies. The resort also features the Cafe Cristina Bar and Resto, an in-house restaurant that offers hot and cold drinks and rice meals. If you want to sweat off the calories from the restaurant’s sumptuous food, there’s also a gym in the vicinity. They also offer massage services for those who want to be pampered.
3. Sonya’s Garden
Where: Barangay Buck Estate, Alfonso, Cavite
Travel Time: One to two hours
Prices:
PhP3,400 per person for one night at the Bed and Breakfast (weekends)
PhP3,000 per person for one night at the Bed and Breakfast (weekdays)
Sonya’s Garden is also a known wedding venue.
Image: Sonya’s Garden
In Tagaytay, there’s a little piece of heaven called Sonya’s Garden. The bed-and-breakfast has been around for 20 years. It has been a go-to place and ideal weekend getaway near Manila for those who want a blissful retreat to nature. Sonya Garden will greet you with its friendly staff and assorted plants and flowers upon entering the premises. While here, take a tour around the premises and appreciate the different kinds of colorful flowers. The towering trees and abundant shrubs add charm to the already enchanted gardens. When you stay at Sonya’s Garden, you can relax at the garden spa through a massage, foot spa, or facial. Before you leave, visit their souvenir shop to bring home some fresh herbs.
4. Nurture Wellness Village
Where: Pulong Sagingan, Barangay Maitim II West Cavite, Tagaytay
Travel Time: One to two hours
Prices/price range:
PhP14,000 Romantiko Package
PhP10,080 Magkasintahan Package
PhP12,000 Ulayaw Package
PhP22,000 Bakasyon Package
PhP16,500 Barkadahan Package
PhP19,000 Pamilya Package
Leave Nurture Wellness Village feeling rejuvenated.
Image: Nurture Wellness Village
Located at Tagaytay, Nurture Spa Village is a weekend retreat for those who both want to relax or go soul-searching. The breathtaking landscape of the village is comprised of cozy accommodations and beautiful surroundings. To lessen your stress, you can ask for massage services at the spa. Take your pampering to the next level by staying in their fancy and snug rooms. Glamping, which combines “glam” and “camping” for a unique outdoor experience, is also a great option if you want to be closer to nature. Each tent is fully furnished with amenities such as air condition, bonfire, common washroom, and running hot and cold water. You can also bring your pet along.
5. 8 Suites Tagaytay
Where: Lot 7, Iruhin Ridge View, Barangay Iruhin, Tagaytay
Travel Time: One hour and thirty minutes to two hours.
Prices:
PhP4,500 for two pax couple tent (weekday)
PhP5,500 for two pax couple tent (weekend)
PhP6,500 for four pax family/friends (weekday)
PhP7,500 for four pax family/friends (weekend)
Glamping is for those who want to experience camping without sacrificing their comfort.
Image: 8 Suites Tagaytay
Also located in Tagaytay is 8 Suites’ Glamping site. These luxurious glamping tents suit solo and romantic getaways are overlooking Taal Lake. Each tent is filled with comfortable beds and chic furnishings that are always Instagram-ready. Guests will also be given complimentary s’mores to enjoy the camping experience fully. Of course, guests can also ask for extra items to improve their stays, such as extra pillows, additional lighting setup, flowers, cool box, and comforter with goose-down linen.
So if you’re really in dire need of a break, then time shouldn’t be an issue. It’s just a matter of when and who you’re bringing to your quick vacation with you!
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Stay safe as you travel! Make sure to follow social distancing protocols and observe health precautions wherever you go. For now, keep safe!
This article was originally published in Yoorekka on March 25, 2019.
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