2018 • 08 • 13
Batangas has undoubtedly become a household name, especially in the Greater Luzon area, when we pertain to summer and weekend destinations near Manila. Its proximity to the metro, a mere three to four-hour drive to escape the hustle-and-bustle of the city is its main advantage. If you were to do a quick survey by asking random people to name a beach that is located near Manila, you would probably get Batangas or one of the towns of Batangas as the answer. It has carved itself in the minds of most beachgoers and weekend revelers.
Many towns of Batangas have transformed themselves into thriving resort towns, with their shores teeming with different kinds of resorts. Some of these resort towns are Nasugbu, Lian, Calatagan, Laiya in San Juan, and Anilao in Mabini.
Although finding sand as fine and white as that of Boracay is rare, the shores of Batangas will always have something interesting to offer its patrons and loyal visitors. You have a choice of light to dark, fine to coarse, and rocky to pebbly shores. Other beaches and shores are still pristine and rugged, catering to those who love roughing it out and have no problem living with only bare essentials, while some of the beaches are well-developed offering accommodation options from budget to luxury resorts for those who would like to bask in luxury, comfort, and convenience.
Some resorts have areas where you can go beach camping, while other resorts provide complete privacy for those who are willing to shed extra money. Most of these resorts in Batangas, if not all, offer these activities: island hopping, snorkeling, scuba diving, hiking-beach bumming combo, banana boat, jet ski, cliff diving, floating cottages, and many more.
Batangas has truly established itself as one of the popular beach destinations in the Philippines. Whether you prefer to stay in a budget resort or a luxurious one, Batangas will surely give you what you’re looking for. Here are the top-recommended resorts in Batangas as rated by Agoda users, in no particular order.
Note: Rates MAY not yet include taxes and other fees. Ranking and rates may change over time, so always double-check before booking.
WHAT'S IN THIS GUIDE?
The Farm At San Benito
119 Barangay Tipakan, Lipa City, Batangas
La Chevrerie Resort and Spa
052 Barangay Ligaya, Anilao, Batangas
Acuaverde Beach Resort & Hotel
San Juan – Laiya Road, San Juan, Batangas
Palm Beach Resort
San Juan – Laiya Road, San Juan, Batangas
Batangas Country Club
Bolbok Road, Batangas, Batangas
Acuatico Beach Resort & Hotel
Laiya, San Juan, Batangas
Virgin Beach Resort
Laiya, San Juan, Batangas
Buceo Anilao Beach and Dive Resort
Sitio Balanoy, San Teodoro, Mabini, Anilao, Batangas
Coral Beach Club
Lian Matabungkay, Lian, Batangas
Cintai – Coritos Garden Hotel
Sitio Pandayan, Malabanan, Balete, Lipa City, Batangas
The Suites at Mount Malarayat
Barangay Dagatan Lipa, Lipa City, Batangas
Aiyanar Beach and Dive Resort
Looc, Bagalangit, Anilao, Batangas
CML Beach Resort & Waterpark
Barangay Nonong Casto, Batangas, Lemery, Batangas
Vivere Azure Resort
Barangay Aguada, San Teodoro Anilao, Anilao, Batangas
Club Balai Isabel Hotel
Talisay, Batangas
Planet Dive
San Teodoro, Mabini, Anilao, Batangas
BagaLangit Hideaways
National Road, Anilao, Batangas
Seascape Resort
Bauan, Bauan, Batangas
Anilao Awari Bay Resort
Barangay Solo, Anilao, Batangas
La Luz Beach Resort & Spa
San Juan, Batangas
Photos above were provided by the resorts.
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