I have to say , this place, after Covid , is pretty empty. There's just a few visitors including…read moreour group. I was with a bunch of senior citizens (sisters, bro in law and Ricky my late cousins hubby) except for me that have to pay full price. I believe it was 2500 P and 2200 p for senior discount. I have no Idea how much it was in $$$ but my sister told me that it's about 45$ full and 39$ senior discount lol. I think that's reasonable coming from California where most of everything are inflated. When we got here , there was a little bit of miscommunication, I guess my sister , who has been here before prior to Covid , they were able to use the credit card. Today is cash only lol. We barely have enough cash since my sister assumed that she can pay for all of us with her card. Anyway once we got here, this place is gorgeous. Deep in a jungle of Laguna. They have warm spring water pools. The main one up by the front had 3 pools , with tiny small falls. It was warm water but the trees shaded us from the sun so the water wasn't that warm. We also hiked to the hidden falls. It was quite a walk from the front. On the way to the falls there were more pools. One was the hidden pool and I believe the other was called hidden pool . Anyway the walk was brutal but fun. Up and down trails with cemented stairs steps. I really enjoyed coming over here. The fee came in with lunch and merienda. All in all . I have a great 5 star experience from the ppl that have greeted us to the ppl that was assigned to make sure we're safe. PH

Nice getaway from Manila, I only went for the day when my family was visiting and I would say it's…read moremore than enough to look around. Entrance was 4000php which I thought was a massive exaggeration for what you get! The walk through the vegetation is really nice but the waterfall at the end was not too impressive! I was also expecting the springs to be warm which they weren't and it was full of families and kids. Not the place if you want to tan in the sun as there are no beds or seats around the springs but I still took some nice pictures and was happy to leave the city for the day :)

I'll start with the good. The staff was very polite, accommodating, and quick to respond. The first…read moreroom we were given was quite a walk from the main areas and required going up and down a few flight of stairs. My parents are seniors and were concerned about going to and from the room, so we asked to be moved closer and they happily obliged. The resort sits on a mountain and has a fantastic view of the Taal volcano. It's surrounded by lots of trees and plants. The resort is clean. Many years ago, Estancia Resort Hotel was probably the it resort. However, it's now old and outdated. A family member booked our overnight stay for us, so we didn't know what to expect. When we arrived, the resort looked like a ghost town. I am pretty sure we were the only customers. Our (second) room was spacious and the beds slept comfortably. Though clean, the shower drain was clogged and left standing water. Because of the pandemic, Estancia no longer has a full service restaurant so you have to leave the resort for lunch and dinner or bring your own food. However, they do offer freshly made breakfast and can serve it anywhere you'd like in the resort. We chose to dine by the pool and enjoy the scenery. There's not much to do other than go to the pool, sit in the sauna, and walk around the huge property. If you're looking for a quiet and affordable resort to relax and unwind, Estancia might be the right fit for you.

It's a mediocre hotel in Tagaytay , absolutely can do a little updating such as a/c and bathroom…read more. However the service is up to par and very personable. Its location is perfect for someone who like to do little hikes within the resort property .

My first time staying at Taal Vista Hotel. My dad booked us for a 3 day stay as my parents frequent…read moreTaal Vista Hotel and wanted us to experience Tagaytay the way they do. Customer service is excellent. All the staff we came across with was great. Andrei at the front desk was welcoming however there was a snafu with breakfast buffet with the lady at breakfast check in. The lady had us down for 3 adults and 1 child when Andrei charged us additional 2,000 pesos per day for our child and was counted as adult due to our child's age. Anything above 12 is considered an adult. They didn't inform us that during booking. With the additional charge, we were told the price was inclusive of the breakfast buffet for the days we are here. The housekeeping staff was excellent and amazing. They came by several times to bring us towels, slippers and toiletries. There was also a water refill station outside our hotel room. Our room had an excellent view of the Taal Volcano. Our room also had a pretty balcony with table and chairs. Breakfast buffet was delicious and replenished throughout the time we were having breakfast. There are plenty of variety and food options for buffet from fresh fruits to waffles, pancakes and the traditional Filipino breakfast. There's too many to mention. They served classic Filipino traditional breakfast along with American, Chinese, Korean and Mexican style breakfast. They also offered a variety of freshly squeezed juices and breads. Along with freshly brewed coffee, hot chocolate and tea. Oh the icing on the cake were 3 men serenading you with live performance and instruments on hand. Will share our experience at Taal Vista Hotel with all our friends and family when we go back home.

During Easter Sunday, my husband and I wanted to find someplace special to spend the afternoon, so…read morewe decided to drive up to Tagaytay -- one of the Philippines' most beloved resort and tourist destinations. Tagaytay sits high in the mountains overlooking Taal Volcano and Taal Lake, offering some of the most breathtaking scenery in the country. The elevation gives the city a much cooler climate than Metro Manila, which honestly is part of the appeal. After the heat and traffic of the lowlands, arriving in Tagaytay almost feels like stepping into another world entirely. The views overlooking the volcano are absolutely spectacular. Taal itself is fascinating because it is one of the world's smallest active volcanoes, sitting within a lake, which itself sits inside a larger volcanic caldera. The entire landscape has this dramatic beauty to it when viewed from the ridge roads and hotels perched high above the lake. For our Easter brunch, we chose the famous Taal Vista Hotel, which has one of the prime viewing locations in the area. The buffet itself was wonderful. There were many distinctive offerings ranging from Filipino dishes to international selections, along with a large assortment of desserts and breads. Everything felt fresh, plentiful, and beautifully presented. The service throughout brunch was also excellent -- attentive, warm, and polished in that distinctly Filipino way that always makes guests feel genuinely welcomed. But honestly, one of the most memorable parts of the experience was the entertainment. Throughout brunch, there were traditional Filipino folk dancers and performers moving through the dining area performing cultural dances in vibrant historical costumes. The music, movement, and dramatic presentation added so much atmosphere to the meal. It transformed brunch from simply eating into something celebratory and immersive. After we finished eating, my husband and I wandered outside to stroll along the viewing areas overlooking the volcano and lake below. The weather was absolutely beautiful -- cool breezes, soft clouds drifting over the mountains, and that peaceful Tagaytay atmosphere that always makes you want to linger a little longer than you planned. It turned into a truly lovely Easter Sunday together.

So much history in one place, an amazing buffet lunch by the waterfalls and a great dance…read morepresentation depicting history through dance! Loved this place

My family and I had a lovely time here at the Villa Escudero Plantation and Museum during a recent…read morevisit. My parents used to take me here on trips to the Philippines when I was a kid. Revisiting as an adult felt familiar and although there were significant upgrades to the property since my last visit, it still gives off that warm welcome home vibe. For newbies Villa Escudero is the Disney World equivalent for immersion into the Filipino culture. We started off at the Visitor's center where we purchased our day trip tickets. I believe the tickets are about $2000.00 PHP = $35 USD. The ticket cost includes 90% of what is offered in the plantation which includes the museum, Carabao (Water Buffalo) cart rides, E-jeepneys, swimming in their pools, bamboo raft rides, buffet lunch and cultural show. Alcoholic drinks, some non-alcoholic specialty drinks and on-site accommodations are not included in the cost of the day trip tickets. These are considered separate fees. We were a party of 7 with 2 sets of elderly parents with mobility issues. Thankfully the staff at Villa Escudero were well equipped to handle transporting our parents from one part of the facility to another via E-jeepney (electric jeepney). The E-jeepney was a newly added service allowing one to travel comfortably enough to visit most of the sites without much effort. Our parents were able to visit the pink museum on the 1st floor holding mostly religious statues. The statues are realistic to the point of near creepy. The museum has no elevator access to the 2nd floor where the more interesting artifacts are. Unfortunately, the lack of an elevator limited our parents to the 1st floor. My cousin, husband and I opted to take the stairs to the 2nd floor to explore some more while leaving the parents in the waiting area on the 1st floor. The 2nd floor is an impressive collection curated by the Escudero family with period pieces from all over the globe. I won't go into too much detail for spoiler reasons but we found the 2nd floor fascinating from the first. Please keep in mind photography and video is restricted only in the museum portion. Post museum we were E-jeeped back to the visitor's center to hop on their Carabao carts taking us to their grand Main Pavilion for their lunch and cultural show. The Carabao Cart ride was one of the most enjoyable parts of our visit making it memorable for all. The short 12-minute ride transported us through the palm tree lined, lush plantation grounds. The ride included an onboard serenade with a singer and a guitarist playing folkloric tunes. The scene, with sunny picture-perfect weather to boot, was heartening and provides you with a taste of traditional Filipino culture. It definitely brought a smile to my mom and dad's face. In that fleeting moment, I felt as if they were truly happy at home. As all this is happening, seeing them light up in awe as we were passing through the grounds via Carabao cart was priceless. Once at the covered pavilion, you can pick any available table to sit in and have a set buffet lunch served to you. The buffet was ample and tasty complete with typical Filipino dishes such as Pancit, Chicken, Beef Caldereta, Fried Fish, a number of stir-fried vegetable dishes with a Banana-Q dessert finisher to round out the meal. After lunch, the cultural show starts roughly at 3pm and goes till about 5. The show was amazing and included traditional music and dance from regions all over the Philippines. At the end of the performance, my husband and I were gifted a small palm frond keepsake shaped in the likeness of a bird. It was a simple yet sweet parting gift by the performers of the show. The property also has a separate venue for private events and if you are seeking a unique wedding venue, they have a simple chapel and reception space available. Whether tourist or a local, Villa Escudero is a lovely place to visit. They offer on-site hotel accommodations if you're looking to extend your time with family and friends. The hotels are private villas overlooking the river. The average nightly stay is about 14000.00 PHP which is about $240 USD/night typically accommodating anywhere from 2-6 guests depending on room size. The accommodations are rustic and in line with the plantation theme. We enjoyed our time at Villa Escudero. We've always had fond memories visiting the plantation. If you've never been to the Philippines before, this would be the perfect place to start outside of Metro Manila. If you can reciprocate kindness and respect, the people here are super friendly and will go out of their way to make your stay at Villa Escudero a pleasant one. Foreigner friendly, most staff are English speaking and can help you navigate through the property. Enjoy your time in the Philippines and make Villa Escudero part of your visitor itinerary to immerse yourself in the warm Filipino culture. Safe travels and Mabuhay Pilipinas!

Place is all right. The views are okay, but not stunning. There are a couple of bnb around the…read morearea that might be better. They ask extra for everything. Asked for iron. Extra. Really? I thought iron should be included in the room already. Water extra. Ice extra. I'm not sure if this is the usual practice for hotels in the Philippines. Across a McDonald's and a restaurant which has a good view of the mountains.

One of the perks of living in Los Baños (which is located just at the foot of Mount Makiling) is…read morethat it's home to a gazillion hot spring resorts. A few years back, I organized a weekend getaway for my UP Diliman friends (because I'm awesome like that!) and Hillspa was on our itinerary. The three-hectare resort houses three swimming pools and a jacuzzi. It also has ten reasonably-priced air-conditioned rooms for those planning to stay the night. We swam and splashed around under the moonlight, played silly drinking games (no corkage fee, yay!), and abused their karaoke machine. Good times!

Very poor service. Have been there before and had good service, but instead of being seated at a…read moretable we were directed to a less than average coffee kiosk in the lobby. Previously, we ordered off of a dessert menu, but this time were provided a very limited selection of pastreries. The tiramisu was not good, and the coffee, well, we could have ordered equal or better cofffee at a MacDonalds. So it was very unsatisfactory. The poor service and bad food (and very uncomfortable chairs) means I will not go back. There are many nice hotels will excellent food, please aoid Seda in BGC.

i loved it here. we were visiting the philippines for about 2 weeks and my cousin booked us a suite…read morein this hotel. they had a full on buffet in the morning and the food was delicious! they had many pools, i'm pretty sure it was 4, and there's this pool where a kiddie pool is connected (there's a platform in between the pools) to a 4 feet pool so you can swim around while your little one is also swimming and you don't have to worry about them. overall, i definitely recommend staying here because it's literally so nice and luxurious, you'll love it here!!

Best customer service Best food service and quality…read more Cleanliness of the facility Feel secure and safe

I'm giving Malarayat a 5 because it is definitely a good place to go to if you want to unwind and…read morebe away from the hustles of the city. Malarayat is first and foremost a golf club so if you like that, you'd find this venue perfect. It's also very quiet making it a great place to consider for a solo or family retreat. Rooms at Malarayat are spacious. It's complete with wall-mounted TV, a desk, a closet, and in the room I booked, a bath tub! Toiletries are already included in the package so you don't have to worry about that. They also have clean-smelling towels and a bathrobe. Within the venue, you'll have access to two swimming pools. You can also go fishing in the man-made lake if that's up your alley. The food they serve are rather fancy but not that great-tasting. You can always go check out restaurants outside Malarayat but you'll have to take a trike. Room rates are kinda pricey (around php3000-4500) per night but it's worth it especially if you'd like to have some alone, quiet time by yourself. I'd definitely recommend it. It's just a few hours away from Metro Manila. Best to bring a car so you can check out the area without worrying about going back to your hotel room after.