Get your bags ready and take a day off from the hustle and bustle of city life. Great thing about this trip? It’s just 30 minutes away from Metro Manila!
While Antipolo is known as a pilgrimage site for devout Catholics, this city has all the wonders that can destress you and make you feel recharged. Get fresh air, sightings of lush green surroundings, be immersed with artistry, and above all, enjoy sumptuous food for your weekend getaway.
Here are some of our favorite spots when taking a break for the weekend.
Luljetta’s Garden Suites
Dubbed the first and only hanging garden spa in the Philippines, Luljetta’s offers guests health and wellness services. Their suites are inspired by Philippine and Greek styles, and an overnight stay gives you access to the spa facilities like the sauna and hydro massage service, and a meditation lounge where you can relax and destress.
You may also tour around Loreland Farm Resort, as Luljetta’s is part of this eight-hectare property. Not just that! You may also enjoy highly instagrammable spots in the resort, and enjoy sumptuous meals in their in-house restaurant, the Luljetta’s Cafe.
Luljetta’s room rates start at P6,000.
Altaroca Mountain Resort
An easily accessible accommodation located near the Hinulugang Taktak, Antipolo City Commercial Complex, and the New Antipolo Public Market, the Altaroca Mountain Resort is perfect for your quick weekend escape. There are rooms which can fit up to 10 persons, or other standard rooms which are within your budget’s reach.
The rooms in Altaroca Mountain Resort are Mediterranean-inspired, and are designed with inspiring quotes from famous people like J.R.R. Tolkien, Maya Angelou, Abraham Lincoln, and Walt Disney.
It has three swimming pools – the lap pool, pool lounge, and kiddie pool. Altaroca is also known for its “Challenge Park” where guests can exercise their brain on some mind games, and enjoy some physical games like monkey bars.
Rates start at P3,500.
Timberland Heights
If you’re looking for some space to breathe, and if you enjoy looking at some lush greens around you, this mountain resort is your match. You can reserve a room or an entire house for yourself and your family!
Timberland Heights is popular among athletes looking for a place to relax, swim, bike, run, and do some other physical activities without inhaling the pollution from the Metro.
Timberland Heights’ rates start at P3,450.
Seven Suites Hotel Observatory
Home to the country’s fourth largest telescope, the Seven Suites is the only hotel cum observatory in the country. It has rooms with a scenic view of the city, outdoor pool for kids and adults, massage facilities, gardens, and indoor game facilities.
Of course, you should not miss out stargazing during your stay! The hotel also has in-house dining spots such as Ramvaldi Pizza and Pasta, Hollywood Steakhouse, and Sugar, perfect for your tummies after stargazing.
Rates start at P4,000.
Phillip’s Sanctuary
If you want to add some adventure on your getaway, this eco-adventure mountain resort might be what you’re looking for. Phillip’s Sanctuary is a resort built with military-grade obstacle courses that you can try out, even if you’re not equipped with military training. There are also some activities such as zipline, and mudslide that are worth trying.
After some physical activities within the resort, you can then spare some quiet time on your villa, which features an infinity pool.
Phillip’s Sanctuary rates start at P790.