Work from the Beach? Experience the Best Workation at These 6 Zambales Beach Resorts

Team Klook

Last updated 15 Mar 2024

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Don’t miss a meeting or a swim sesh while workation-ing in Zambales!

Tired of seeing the same view every single day? Or perhaps the work-from-home setup has you feeling confined? If that’s the case, join the many other Filipino “workationers” who’ve made the switch from working from home to working from the beach!

After more than a year into the pandemic, more and more companies have turned to remote working. And while the setup is typically at home, this doesn’t stop you from working at the beach! Thanks to Zambales’ beach resorts, low-cost lifestyle, and close-knit community, it might just be the perfect workation spot for you.

In case you didn’t know, several of their resorts offer long-stay packages for workationers. Visitors can book their work stay from seven days to a whole month! Just imagine yourself sending out emails while lounging on sleepy hammocks or having Zoom meetings with the white sandy shores as your backdrop. And once you complete your tasks, you can just chill and surf—the ultimate workation dream!

If you ever need a good dose of vitamin sea, hit up these six Zambales beach resorts for work and play! While at it, make sure to follow these COVID19 requirements and guidelines during your stay.

List of Zambales beach resorts offering long stay packages

Crystal Beach Resort
Kwentong Dagat
Homebase Hostel
Acea Subic Bay Resort
Mango’s Beachfront Resort
Sandy Toes Beach Camp

1. Crystal Beach Resort Zambales

How many times have you used the beach as a Zoom background? Maybe it’s time to retire the app’s green screen features and actually head out there! Starting off our list of the top workation spots in Zambales is Crystal Beach Resort, a calm yet charming stay in the town of San Narciso. At the resort, you can find just about anything―from breathtaking sunset views and shaded pine trees to full amenities to complete your stay. Crystal Beach Resort Zambales features a sports lounge, chillnuman restaurant bar, a spa and wellness center, and surfing spots to catch the best waves while on break.

To make you feel at home, there are several available accommodations to choose from: Surf Shack, Camping Tents, Beach Cabin, Standard Room, Deluxe Room, and Premium Queen Room. For as low as P16,000 a month, workationers can escape the hustle of city life. The package includes a high-speed internet connection, so you can work anytime and anywhere.

Crystal Beach Resort

Address: Brgy. La Paz, San Narciso Town, San Narciso, Subic, Zambales, 2205
Socials: Facebook | Instagram

2. Kwentong Dagat

Find your inner zen at Zambales’ first and only vegan glamping beach resort! Tucked away in the scenic seaside village of Zambales is Kwentong Dagat in San Felipe. With a charming collection of kubo-style houses and stylish glamping cabins, you can meet like-minded people in the community who enjoy enriching activities like yoga and meditation. Or if you have a taste for the finer (and more eco-friendly) things in life, this Zambales beach resort offers 100% plant-based dishes.

Vacationers can select from three types of accommodations in Kwentong Dagat: Nipa Cabin, Abaca Room, and Glamping Hut. All suites are tastefully designed with tropical motifs and include air conditioning that’ll make you feel right at home...or right by the sea.

For workationers, the resort’s Abaca Room is up for grabs. It features a queen-sized bed, a private balcony, an ensuite bathroom, air conditioning, and a stable internet connection. The room can accommodate up to two people for as low as P999 per night via Baybayin Hub Zambales. If you wish to stay longer, you and a friend or partner can rent it out for P35,000 a month.

By booking through Baybayin Hub, workationers can enjoy free yoga classes and access to coworking sites and the common outdoor kitchen. But the best part about Kwentong Dagat? It’s pet-friendly! Bring your pet to work while enjoying a change of scenery at this picturesque Zambales beach resort.

*Room rates vary according to the travel season. To stay updated, kindly check and directly reach out to Kwentong Dagat via their official website or social media accounts.

Kwentong Dagat

Website: https://www.kwentongdagat.com/
Socials: Facebook | Instagram
Address: Sitio Liwlia, Brgy. Sto Nino, San Felipe Town, San Narciso, Subic, Zambales, 2204

3. Homebase Hostel

Into the nomadic lifestyle? For all you backpackers, get ready to vibe and surf at Homebase Hostel, one of Zambales’ coziest surf camps. While most beach resorts offer private suites and full hotel amenities, Homebase Hostel lets vacationers experience the simple things in life.

Whether it’s by taking a short break from work at their hammocks, watching the relaxing sunset over Liwa Beach, or striking up meaningful conversations with locals and travelers alike, this humble beach resort is packed with everything you need for the perfect workation setup.

At a minimum of only P3,500 per month, solo travelers can rent out a bunk bed or a gaze bed at one of the hostel’s huts. On the other hand, if you’re traveling with a friend, easily book a mini-kubo—good for two—for a month-long stay, for as low as P6,000. The fee is inclusive of a 25 mbps internet connection, too.

While the resort doesn’t offer private bathrooms and air conditioning, there’s plenty of space for work and recreational activities. Hang out in the common area or join the open mic sesh held at the end of the week.

Workationers also have many choices to choose from when it comes to food. Nearby are several restaurants that offer the best of Liwa. Get a taste of home with your favorite lutong bahay dishes at Mommy Phoebe’s. For coffee runs and international cuisines, drop by Cafe de Liwa and Sestro Liwa―their brick oven pizza is to die for! Finally, once your tasks are completed, make it a habit to catch the waves at the camp’s beachfront!

Homebase Hostel

Socials: Facebook | Instagram
Address: Sitio Liwlia, Brgy. Sto Nino, San Felipe, Subic, Zambales, Philippines, 2204

4. Acea Subic Bay Resort

After a long day of work, it’s nice to get a good stretch. And what better way to spend your weeknights than dipping your toes in the pristine white sands of Acea Subic Bay Resort’s private beach? For workationers who can’t do away without the comforts of plushbeds, Acea Subic Bay Resort is the ultimate luxury workation stay.

This Zambales beach resort features full hotel amenities with a café , restaurant buffet, bar, swimming pools, spa, game room, and gym facilities for all your relaxation needs. Since it’s a private property, vacationers and workationers alike can relish in the calm and peaceful ambiance―far from Manila’s noise and bustle.

As one might expect, the rooms are just as lavish as the exteriors. Inside, you’ll find white linen sheets over queen-sized beds, hardwood floors, and a spacious bathroom with sleek glass walls. Of course, stunning views come with it!

Workationers hoping to stay long at this swanky Zambales beach resort should expect to pay at least P10,500 per night, good for two, for the Standard View room. The package already includes complimentary breakfast and 50 mbps WiFi. Meeting facilities are also accessible for the best Zoom backgrounds―no filters needed!

* Acea Subic Bay Resort is accessible by private car. Private shuttles to the resort can also be arranged from Clark International Airport.

Acea Subic Bay Resort

Website: https://www.acea.ph/
Socials: Facebook | Instagram
Address: San Bernado Rd., Subic Bay Freeport, 2200 Zambales

5. Mango's Beachfront Resort

There are plenty of beach resorts in Zambales to choose from, but Mango’s Beachfront Resort’s lively bayside neighborhood is perfect for social butterflies. The resort is strategically located at Baretto Beach, near several restaurants and internet-powered cafés.

If you’re not into fancy spots, you’ll love this resort as it has all the basics down to a T. Clean and cozy, the rooms feature a queen-sized bed, a couch, balcony with overlooking views, air conditioning, a private bathroom, and best yet, beachfront convenience!

With Klook, you can book your long stay at Mango’s Beachfront Resort for as low as P1,637 per night for a Superior Room, good for two guests. For go-getters and workationers, the Economy Room can fit up to two adults for only P1,500 per night. WiFi connection is available inside the room and at the resort’s restaurant, café, and bar lounge, where you can hang out and destress.

Book your Mango's Beachfront Resort stay via Klook!

Mango’s Beachfront Resort

Socials: Facebook | Instagram
Address: 116A National Highway, Subic Bay, 2200 Subic Zambales

6. Sandy Toes Beach Camp

Home to Mt. Pinatubo and wide grey sand beaches, Botolan also plays host to Zambales’ newest glamping site: Sandy Toes Beach Camp. Where rustic charms meet beachfront views, this Zambales beach resort is for the campers at heart. It features modernized kubos, lazy hammocks, pavilions by the beach, and lots of space to catch the sea breeze!

Vacationers can choose from two types of cottages: the Camping Kubo and the Cozy Kubo. For workationers, the camp’s Cozy Kubo is a perfect choice. Unlike the ordinary camping hut, the Cozy Kubo covers the basics for long stays: a queen-sized bed, air conditioning, a fast WiFi connection, and power sockets to charge all your devices. This modern rendition of the classic Pinoy stilt house even includes a sizeable porch that can double as a lounge area!

As for the bathroom, you can freshen up at the Kawayan showers for a rejuvenating open-air bath. Camp toilets are also equipped with bidets for extra comfort and convenience.

At the moment, you can stay at Cozy Kubo for seven days at a discounted rate of P2,000 per night, good for two people. Workationers also have access to their own camping kitchen station which includes utensils and everything you’ll need to store and cook your meals. At Sandy Toes Beach Camp, you can experience working, beach-ing, and camping all at the same time!

*Room rates vary according to the travel season. To stay updated, kindly check and directly reach out to Sandy Toes Beach Camp via their official website or social media accounts.

Sandy Toes Beach Camp

Website: https://www.sandytoesbeachcamp.com/
Socials: Facebook | Instagram
Address: Purok 3, Brgy. Beneg, Botolan, 2202 Zambales

IMPORTANT NOTE: Be a responsible traveler! All information on this post are accurate from the time of writing. Rules, regulations and guidelines are updated frequently and may change without Klook’s prior notice. For your safety, check with the respective LGU’s and establishments directly before your travels.