10 Best Leisure Hotels & Resorts You Can Drive To from the Metro

Looking for a place where you can unwind with your family? Check out these places you can drive to from Metro Manila which offer comfortable accommodations and unique features that would appeal to adults and kids alike. Have a relaxing place to come “home” to after sightseeing, shopping or trekking around the vicinity of these leisure hotels and resorts located in Subic, Tagaytay, Batangas, Clark, Batangas, Baguio, Laguna and Vigan.

1. Segara Villas, Subic – Located in a secluded spot by Subic's waterfront, this Balinese-inspired boutique hotel is perfect if you're looking for some peace and quiet away from the maddening crowd.
    
Features:

• Free use of DVDs from their DVD library
• Boardgames from their entertainment library
• Swimming pool
• In-villa spa treatments

Contact Information:
Address: Waterfront Road, Subic Bay Freeport Zone, Philippines
Landline: (047) 252-8632 to 33
Mobile: 0921-3308024 or 0922-8-SEGARA
E-mail: rsvn@segaravillassubic.com


2. The Lighthouse Marina Resort, Subic

This contemporary world-class hotel developed two years ago as a transient residence for business executives of the Subic Bay freeport zone is now a popular spot for tourists who enjoy its scenic view. The towering lighthouse complements the simple yet elegant hotel main building.

Features:

• Concierge may arrange activities within the resort or in the vicinity such as sailing, hiking, surfing, scuba diving, jet skiing, and other water sports.
• Spa treatments
• DVD player/MP3 player with DVD library access
• Bay view from Aqua Veranda  and Aqua Spa Suites
• Access to indoor games collection

 

Contact Information:
Address: The Lighthouse Marina Resort, Moonbay Marina Complex, Waterfront Road, CBD Subic Bay, Freeport Zone, Zambales Philippines
Landline: (02) 711-001 or (02) 892-3534
E-mail: marketing@lighthousesubic.com

 

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3.  One Tagaytay Place Hotel Suites, Tagaytay City – Stay in this hotel for its breathtaking view of Taal Lake and Volcano. Convenience and comfort is their priority as they house a commercial complex within the hotel's vicinity with stores that offer guests all kinds of local delicacies.

Features:

• Spa
• Swimming pool
• Kiddie pool
• View deck
• Fitness room/gym

    
Contact Information:
Address: One Tagaytay Place Hotel Suites, Barrio Sungay, Tagaytay City, Philippines
Landline: (02) 584-4111 or (02) 584-4156
Mobile: 0922-8348874
E-mail: reservations@onetagaytayplace.com


4. Discovery Suites, Tagaytay City – Distinct in its elegance and style, this hotel suites boasts of its well-designed theme rooms from Andalucia to Ceylon and Nantucket, among others, and its contemporary country cuisine at the Verbena Restaurant.

Features:

• Complimentary wine tasting with cheese and hors d'oeuvres
• Access to the mini-library and movie library, recreation and entertainment area
• Use of the whirlpool
• Complimentary Wi-Fi access
• Complimentary newspaper daily
• Complimentary parking

Contact Information:
Address: 300 Calamba Road, San Jose, Tagaytay City, Philippines
Landline: (046) 413-2540 (Tagaytay)
Mobile: 0915-5172150
E-mail: dcsrsvn@discovery.com.ph

 

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5.  Club Balai Isabel, Talisay, Batangas

Situated right on the shores of Taal Lake, this resort offers a picturesque view of Taal volcano. Its amenities provide the comfort of city-dwelling in a backdrop of greenery.  
    
Features:

• Sports facilities such as volleyball, beach volleyball, basketball, tennis and badminton
• Watersports facilities such as kayaking, sailing, wakeboarding
• Infinity pool divided into kiddie pool and main pool
• Pasalubong gift shop
• Balikatan obstacle course

Contact Information:
Address: Barangay Banga, Talisay Batangas, Philippines
Landline: (043) 728-0307, (043) 773-0004 or (02) 923-3249
Mobile: 0917-5044157
Website: www.balaiisabel.com


6. Fontana Villas and Hotel, Clark – The family villas and an upscale hotel set in the grounds of Fontana Leisure park are now open even for non-members to enjoy. Choose between the open lawns of individual patios of the villas where your kids can run around or the expansive hallways of the hotel and its amenities.

Features:

• Fontana Leisure Park - golf course, waterpark, olympic pool, shopping, sports bar, coffee shop
• Villas with kitchen, dining areas and carports

 

Contact Information:
Address: C.M. Recto Highway, Clark Freeport Zone, Pampanga, Philippines
Landline: (045) 499-1179 or (045) 499-0695
Mobile: 0908-7239514

 

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7. Pontefino Hotel and Residences, Batangas – Only 2 hours away from Metro Manila, this popular boutique hotel in Batangas has 60 rooms divided into premium rooms and suites and facilities for a variety of activities.

Features:

• Infinity pool
• KTV room
• Veranda
• Children's playground
• Recreational room
• Gift shop
• Outdoor gym with jogging path
• Adventure challenge facility

Contact Information:
Address: Gulod Labac Batangas City, Philippines
Landline: (043) 723-3466 (Batangas) or (02) 635-9364 (Manila Office)
E-mail: reservations@pontefino.com.ph


8. Camp John Hay, Baguio City

The Camp John Hay Manor Hotel set within tall pine trees not only allows you to open your windows to cool, fresh air but also gives you a spectacular view of the Cordillera mountains. Guests are welcomed by highly trained staff and five-star facilities.
    
Features:

• Lounge adorned by a large fireplace
• Manor Restaurant and piano lounge
• Golf course
• Scout Hill snack bar and ice cream parlor
• Shopping
• Camp and picnic sites
• Eco-trail
• Horseback riding

Contact Information:
Address: Camp John Hay Manor, Loakan Road, Baguio City, Philippines
Landline: (074) 424-0931 to 43, (074) 424-0945 to 47 or (02) 845-0892
E-mail: reservations@cjhhotels.com
 

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9. Casa San Pablo, Laguna

This quaint country inn provides a respite from noise and hustle and bustle of city life. In a relaxing atmosphere, your family can spend quiet bonding moments together or choose to take the Viaje del Sol, San Pablo's popular art and culture tour.

Features:

• Lagoon-shaped swimming pool
• Volleyball or Badminton on grass court
• Half-sized basketball court
• Massage
• Billiards
• Videoke
• Stargazing
• Board games
• Wi-Fi hotspot

Contact Information:
Address: Gomez Compound Barangay San Roque, San Pablo, Laguna, Philippines
Mobile: 0917-8126687
E-mail casasanpablo.boots@gmail.com


10. Grandpa's Inn, Vigan

Immerse in Vigan's Spanish heritage and culture and relax after a long walk on cobblestone streets in this lovely residential Spanish house converted into an Inn by its owners in 1979. Your children will delight in the experience of sleeping in calesa beds, karison beds and pasagad beds.

Features:

• Souvenirs, Antiques and Art Gift Shop
• Free Wi-Fi access
• Massage service
• Rent-a-car
• Tour guide request

 

Contact Information:
Address: #1 Bonifacio St. Corner Quirino Blvd., Vigan City, Ilocos Sur, Philippines
Landline: (077) 722-2118
E-mail reservation@grandpassinn.com

 

Photos: The Lighthouse, Club Balai Isabel, Camp John Hay, Casa San Pablo, Grandpa's Inn