Set on a beautiful beach a 45-minute free boat ride from Davao, the upscale Pearl Farm Beach Resort caters to couples and families seeking a relaxed getaway. It offers 70 beautiful cottages and villas, some built on stilts over the water and some tucked away in nature. They’re all decorated in traditional southern Filipino style, and feature balconies, free Wi-Fi, and minibars. Two beautiful pools -- including an infinity-edge one by the beach -- offer serene views and plenty of loungers under straw umbrellas, and there are three fine-sand beaches, one of which is on a private island a five-minute boat ride away. Rates are higher than at most other resorts in the area, but the property is still a good value. For something cheaper, consider the mid-range Chema’s by the Sea Resort.
Set on a beautiful beach a 45-minute free boat ride from Davao, the upscale Pearl Farm Beach Resort caters to couples and families seeking a relaxed getaway. It offers 70 beautiful cottages and villas, some built on stilts over the water and some tucked away in nature. They’re all decorated in traditional southern Filipino style, and feature balconies, free Wi-Fi, and minibars. Two beautiful pools -- including an infinity-edge one by the beach -- offer serene views and plenty of loungers under straw umbrellas, and there are three fine-sand beaches, one of which is on a private island a five-minute boat ride away. Rates are higher than at most other resorts in the area, but the property is still a good value. For something cheaper, consider the mid-range Chema’s by the Sea Resort.
Holiday Inn & Suites Makati is an upscale property located directly above Glorietta Mall, one of Makati’s most renowned malls. Rooms are cheerful and contemporary, with large windows -- some offering expansive views -- flat-screen TVs, free Wi-Fi, minibars, and iPod docks. There is only one full restaurant on-site, but there are plenty others in the mall, which can be accessed directly through the hotel. The rooftop pool, the popular lounge, and the small spa are all great perks -- but those looking to explore Manila’s historic attractions may want to note that most are at least a 20-minute drive away.
Holiday Inn & Suites Makati is an upscale property located directly above Glorietta Mall, one of Makati’s most renowned malls. Rooms are cheerful and contemporary, with large windows -- some offering expansive views -- flat-screen TVs, free Wi-Fi, minibars, and iPod docks. There is only one full restaurant on-site, but there are plenty others in the mall, which can be accessed directly through the hotel. The rooftop pool, the popular lounge, and the small spa are all great perks -- but those looking to explore Manila’s historic attractions may want to note that most are at least a 20-minute drive away.
The 61-room Crown Regency Hotel is a small upper-mid-range boutique in central Makati. All rooms are equipped with flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, electric kettles, and air-conditioning, but most are small and in urgent need of an update. There is a small diner-style restaurant off the lobby, a well-equipped gym, meeting space, and free Wi-Fi throughout. But the highlight is the hotel’s location within walking distance of several renowned malls and varied nightlife. The City Garden Hotel Makati is a little farther away from the shopping area, but has similar rates and many more perks, including a rooftop pool.
The 61-room Crown Regency Hotel is a small upper-mid-range boutique in central Makati. All rooms are equipped with flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, electric kettles, and air-conditioning, but most are small and in urgent need of an update. There is a small diner-style restaurant off the lobby, a well-equipped gym, meeting space, and free Wi-Fi throughout. But the highlight is the hotel’s location within walking distance of several renowned malls and varied nightlife. The City Garden Hotel Makati is a little farther away from the shopping area, but has similar rates and many more perks, including a rooftop pool.
The upper-middle-range Camaya Coast is part of a larger residential development located about a two-hour ferry ride from Manila (or a four-hour drive). It sits on a pretty, palm-dotted beach, complete with cabanas and an inflatable island with waterslides, which is nice enough to warrant daytrips. However, despite the direct ferry, it’s a bit of an inconvenient destination and there’s little else in the area. Two attractive outdoor pools include an infinity one, and loungers line the decks. There are a well-equipped fitness center and a spa, plus guests have access to the sister hotel’s water park. Food is pricey though, and most of the options are of the fast food variety. The 35 rooms here are clean and pleasant, all with balconies or patios (but they’re unfurnished) and solid amenities like flat-screen TVs, free Wi-Fi, and mini-fridges. It's worth comparing rates with the upper-middle-range, 21-room Acuatico Beach Resort & Hotel, which is a beachfront property in Leiya, a 35-minute drive from Naambon Falls.
The upper-middle-range Camaya Coast is part of a larger residential development located about a two-hour ferry ride from Manila (or a four-hour drive). It sits on a pretty, palm-dotted beach, complete with cabanas and an inflatable island with waterslides, which is nice enough to warrant daytrips. However, despite the direct ferry, it’s a bit of an inconvenient destination and there’s little else in the area. Two attractive outdoor pools include an infinity one, and loungers line the decks. There are a well-equipped fitness center and a spa, plus guests have access to the sister hotel’s water park. Food is pricey though, and most of the options are of the fast food variety. The 35 rooms here are clean and pleasant, all with balconies or patios (but they’re unfurnished) and solid amenities like flat-screen TVs, free Wi-Fi, and mini-fridges. It's worth comparing rates with the upper-middle-range, 21-room Acuatico Beach Resort & Hotel, which is a beachfront property in Leiya, a 35-minute drive from Naambon Falls.