Some of our favorite holidaymakers Levy Amosin, Carla Araniego, Christian Sangoyo, Celine Murillo, and Darwin Cayetano, pick the most gorgeous resorts they’ve been to that don’t break the bank and are perfect for you and your love.
Urban Sands Resort, Iloilo
Mixing modern urban sophistication and beachside
From Php3,250 (USD60++); Urbansandsiloilo.com
Loboc River Resort, Bohol

Away from the usual island resorts in Bohol, Carla Araniego of Blissfulguro recommends the Loboc River Resort in Tagbilaran as an alternative place to stay while in the land of the Chocolate Hills. situated right beside the Loboc River, their cottages replicate the feel of traditional nipa houses. “Having coffee on the balcony with a view of Loboc River was the most memorable part of my stay. Away from the beach crowd of Bohol, its seclusion is perfect for those who are looking for tranquility amid the busy goings-on of city life.”
From Php2,500; Lobocriverresort.com
Casa San Miguel, Zambales
A hidden gem in the town of S
From Php4,000; Facebook.com/casa.sanmiguel.zambales
Crosswinds Resort Suites, Tagaytay

The Crosswinds Resort combines the feel of charming swiss-inspired chalets with the mildly chilly environs of Tagaytay. Carla says “walking along its winding roads, the scent of pine in the air, and passing colorful chalets, transport you to another place.”
From Php3,700; Crosswindsresortsuites.com
Casa San Pablo, Laguna

Brightly painted walls mixed with vintage furniture and on point accessories are the charm of Casa San Pablo, a bed and breakfast near Sampaloc Lake. Each nook and cranny has a surprise. Somehow, the craziness of the place works with the peaceful ambiance of its location.
From Php2,900; Casasanpablo.com
Moon Garden, Tagaytay

Best for a romantic weekend in Tagaytay. situated on the quieter side of the city, its rustic stone casitas are overgrown with vines and
From Php2,600; Facebook.com/Moongardentagaytay
Coco Grove Beach Resort, Siquijor

With almost a kilometer-long shoreline, three swimming pools, three restaurants, and garden and pool bars, Coco Grove Beach Resort is one of the bang-for-the-buck luxury places in Siquijor.
From Php3,500; Cocogrovebeachresort.com
Luljetta’s Place Garden Suites, Antipolo City
A scenic eight-hectare property is carved along the ridges of a cliff and overlooks Antipolo, Laguna de Bay, and Metro Manila with a very relaxing infinity pool with views.
From Php4,000; Luljettas.com
Sophia’s Garden Resort, Coron, Palawan
Celine Murillo of Celenism.com recommends the Spanish-style villas of S
From Php3,300; Facebook.com/sophiasgardenresort
SkyJet Airlines flies from Manila to Coron
Sand and Stars Beach Resort, Baler, Aurora

For convenient beach camping, Darwin Cayetano of Tracking Treasure says Baler’s sand and stars Resort has huge tents. “Other than the convenience of having actual beds, the floor is carpeted it has a sitting area and every corner is I
From Php2,500; Facebook.com/sandandstarsdinadiawan
Our Dash Sources
- Levy Amosin, Iloilo based blogger behind Hugginghorizons.com
- Carla Araniego, teacher and founder of www.blissfulguro.com
- Christian Sangoyo, founder of Lakadpilipinas.com
- Celine Murillo, Mindful living advocate and traveler blogger behind www.celineism.com
- Darwin Cayetano, Mind Museum exhibit engineer
and blogger behind Trackingtreasure.net
Words by Christian Sangoyo