Another long weekend is upon us. And if you haven’t made any plans yet and want to spend those precious three days ordering room service, getting spa treatments, or just spending time away from the confines of your home, read Coconuts Manila’s list of city hotels for that staycation you’ve always wanted. Enjoy!
Marriott Hotel Manila
10 Newport Boulevard, Newport City Complex, Pasay City; +63 2 9889999
For a romantic stay in the city, why not avail yourselves of Marriott Hotel’s Ultimate Romance Package? For PHP21,777 nett, you get a De Luxe room with a gorgeous view of Villamor Golf Course, a three-course dinner and a bottle of wine at Cru Steak House, and a buffet breakfast for two. If you’re feeling a bit lucky, roll some dice or try the slot machines at the adjacent casino in Resorts World. Who knows, this just might be the weekend you’ll never forget!
Edsa Shangri-La Hotel
1 Garden Way Ortigas Center, Mandaluyong City, Manila; +63 2 6338888
If it’s rest and relaxation you’re after then head to Edsa Shangri-La Hotel for its Bespoke Wellness Retreat packages (rates start at PHP22,325 nett) that include an overnight stay for two at the Garden Wing, welcome ritual and consultation at the CHI spa, massage treatments, facial, yoga sessions, breakfast, and healthy lunch, and dinner. We think it’s a pretty good deal. And if you ever get tired of all that pampering [like that’s even possible], take a short walk to the Shangri-La mall for some retail therapy.
Sofitel Philippine Plaza Hotel Manila
CCP Complex, Roxas Boulevard, Pasay City; +63 2 5515555
Do you want to take your family to a resort but too tired to drive? Then a weekend at Sofitel Philippine Plaza Hotel Manila would be perfect. For PHP14,283 nett, you and your family can enjoy an overnight stay at a Luxury Club room, which includes all day refreshments, afternoon snacks, and cocktails at the Club Lounge plus breakfast for two adults and two kids. You also get the view of the sunset for free. How does that sound for a fantastic weekend?
Seda Hotel Nuvali
Lakeside Evozone, NUVALI, Sta. Rosa City, Laguna; +63 49 2558888
Take in the fresh Laguna air at this six-month old boutique hotel. Rates are at PHP4,706 nett per night for two adults and two kids ages 12 and below, inclusive of breakfast. Make it a gastronomic weekend and indulge on a BBQ Buffet for PHP700 nett. It’s a holiday so you’re excused to eat as much as you like. Besides, you can always burn the calories with Nuvali’s many outdoor sports activities at the Nuvali Adventure Zone.
Nurture Wellness Village
Pulong Sagingan, Barangay Maitim II West Cavite, Tagaytay; +63 2 7109786
If you don’t mind the one and a half hour travel, then drive up to Nurture Wellness Village where you will be rewarded with fresh clean air and the cool Tagaytay Breeze. The Romantiko Package at PHP12,500 nett gets you an overnight stay in a De Luxe Forest View room for two, plated full set breakfast and lunch, and a romantic candle lit dinner with a personal butler plus a one hour couples massage and a 30-minute facial or foot massage. And if you’re brave enough, take a dip at the pool and relax.
Sonya’s Garden Bed and Breakfast
Barangay Buck Estate, Alfonso, Cavite; +63 917 5329097
Not too many people know that Sonya’s Garden has a bed and breakfast. And it’s such a lovely B&B! Weekend rate is at PHP3,400 per person, which includes breakfast, and a choice of lunch or dinner. Accommodations for drivers and yayas are also available at PHP1,500 per head, inclusive of breakfast and dinner. Telenovela addicts be warned: there are no TV sets in the cottages. So what do you do? Well you can learn basic gardening, compost making, or how to propagate plants. Better yet, get a massage or a hair treatment at the very quaint spa.
