SIAMA HOTEL Sorsogon (Best Use of Organic Materials)
Sitio San Lorenzo, Bibincahan, Sorsogon
City, Sorsogon
Siama
Hotel is a modern 40-room design hotel part. The hotel is laid-back and elegant, designed to
make guests feel the comfort of home and at the same time experience stylish
living combined with world class service which cater to the guests convenience.
The outdoor meets indoor layout of Siama Hotel complement its majestic
surroundings, while the overall look of the hotel demonstrates a variety of
natural and organic textures used in both its interior and exterior design. The
hotel features the “modern forest pool,” a 25-meter lap pool that subtly sits
in the middle of the estate across overlooking verandas of the premier rooms.
The accommodation won’t make
guests feel out of place as Siama Hotel is positioned for the travelers to
enjoy a prime location just outside the heart of Sorsogon City. The hotel’s
convenient location makes Sorsogon’s diverse and lush nature attractions easy
to go to. From the famous “Butanding” or whaleshark watching in Donsol, to the
crystal clear water in the white sand beach of Subic in Matnog, to the surfing
spot of Gubat, to the breathtaking journey to Bulusan Lake, all of which are
within an hour or an hour and a half’s reach by land from the hotel.
TUGAWE COVE Camarines Sur (Best Place for Birdwatching)
Brgy.
Colongcogong, Caramoan Peninsula, Camarines Sur
Nestled in the
forested area of the Caramoan National Park, Tugawe Cove Resort is where the
jungle meets the ocean, the perfect place to commune with nature embracing the
islander’s life. Aside from its azure waters teeming with thriving marine
ecosystem, guests can watch different species of birds, such as Philippine
hornbill, which are endemic to the area. But the best feature of the hotel is
its infinity pool which gives a panoramic view of the Catanduanes Island and
the surrounding islets.
The resort
welcomes you with 23 cabanas that exude the warmth you desire, plus essential
provisions that include free satellite Internet access. Then it brings you to
an infinity pool with a scenery looking out over the horizon that
compensates for every step uphill. Down to the private white-sand beach with a
coral-encrusted reef, which you can call yours any day you’re here.
Furthermore, the RestoBar doesn’t only serve sumptuous meals but also lets you
savor a 360-degree view of the ocean in between mouthfuls.
MISIBIS BAY Albay (Best Place to Kayak)
Cagraray
Island, Bacacay, Albay
Tucked away in the lush province of
Albay, known for the perfectly shaped Mayon Volcano, a breathtaking tropical
paradise awaits those who seek a perfect balance of tranquility and adventure.
Misibis Bay is a private island resort where ultimate relaxation and exhilarating
adventures come together. Misibis Bay's stylish architecture and interiors
allow guests to completely immerse in incomparable relaxation. Guests can also
thrill over the abundance of activities within the resort or around the
province.
This 5-hectare island resort may be reached via a 50-minute flight from Manila
to Legazpi, then a scenic travel by land (50 minutes) or by a fast watercraft
(30 minutes).
WALING-WALING ECO VILLAGE Camarines
Norte (Best New
Eco-Resort)
Calaguas
Island, Camarines Norte
Calaguas island has several beaches
but the best beach is Mahabang Buhangin (Long Beach). The island is located in
the province of Camarines Norte about 300 kilometers from Manila. Getting to
Calaguas is most affordable. It is driving distance from Manila that would take
5-6 hours drive on good roads to the town of Paracale. A 27 kilometer boat ride
will take guests to the island. Boats also depart from the town of Vinzons.
Waling-Waling
Eco-Village has 14 cabanas that can accommodate 6 day trippers and can sleep 4
persons. It has a common bathroom with flush toilet and cold shower for guests.
To blend with the environment, natural materials were used in construction.
Locally sourced plants were used for landscaping. True to its name, the resort
has been wisely constructed using only natural materials, and considerations in
design have been made to reduce the resort’s carbon footprints, like the use of
solar and wind power for lighting and water heating.
Rates: P3,500+/night
(max. of 4 persons) Website:
www.walingecovillage.com
THE ORIENTAL HOTEL Albay (Best View of Mayon Volcano)
Taysan
Hills, Sto. Nino Village, Legazpi City
The serene and exceedingly intimate
destination hotel offers the best views of Mayon Volcano from its infinity pool
deck and each room’s balcony. The ambience is welcoming and laced with quiet
sophistication, beginning from the expansive glass windows and skylight
ceilings in the lobby that light up the space. Similarly, the accommodations
awaiting guests are contemporary and airy, and come replete with all comforts
of urban living. Its 4-star facilities are equally impressive: 2 ballrooms,
restaurant, limousine service, and Wi-Fi Internet access.
Convenient services, such as tour
assistance, airport transfers, and valet parking are available, too. Indeed,
with these amenities, coupled with accessible location and proximity to key
attractions, there’s no doubt The Oriental Legazpi, winner of the 2013
TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence, is one of the best in the area.
Make sure you ask for a room with a
mountain view so you can marvel at the volcano in private, but if you want an
even more unique experience, head over to their infinity pool where you can
swim with Mount Mayon as your backdrop.
ELLIS ECOTEL Albay (Best Ocean-Themed Hotel)
3rd
Floor, Embarcadero de Legazpi Port Area, Legazpi City
Ellis Ecotel is
located in the City of Fun and Adventure known for the perfectly shaped Mayon
Volcano. The hotel is situated at the heart of Embarcadero de Legazpi, a waterfront lifestyle hub at the Legazpi City
harbour. The hotel gives an illusion of seafaring with its distinctive
nautical-themed interiors and panoramic view of the Pacific Ocean. Ellis Ecotel
is perfectly suited for business, leisure and MICE (meetings, incentives,
conferences and events). The hotel is a no-frills affordable option for
tourists without sacrificing quality, cleanliness and service. The small
sized-rooms are compensated by the sprawling decks that offer amazing views of
the city harbour and the splendid Mayon Volcano.
GOTA VILLAGE RESORT Camarines Sur (Best All-Weather Cabanas)
Caramoan,
Camarines Sur
Hidden in its
own private cove in Caramoan, Gota Village was once home to many international Survivor seasons. A trip to here is a
worth taking even though it entails a whole new kind of adventure (a one-hour
flight, around four-hour land travel, and a 30-minute boat ride) Although their
cabins are not as fancy as their sister’s in Hunongan Cove Resort, they give
the best and most comfortable experience to those who won’t hesitate to come
here at any time of the year. Perfect for both warm and cold seasons, it’s
almost impossible to accommodate the whopping number of foreign and local
tourist wanting to stay at the resort.
Rates: P2,500+/room Website:www.facebook.com/Gota-Village-Resort-Caramoan-Island
