Unwind and cool down with a staycation in Rizal!
Rizal is a camper and hiker’s haven, especially for those who don’t want to stray too far from Manila. However, if a staycation is what you’re after, Rizal is home to many cozy and relaxing options, too.
Cainta, Antipolo, and San Mateo are only 30 minutes away from Metro Manila, making them accessible destinations for your Rizal staycation. But if you don’t mind a road trip to more secluded stays, Tanay and Jala-Jala are about a 2-3 hour drive from the city.
Here are some of the best hotels and accommodations for a stress-free staycation in Rizal:
- Stradella Hotel
- LeBlanc Hotel and Resort
- Luljetta's Hanging Gardens Spa Day Pass
- Loreland Farm Resort
- Timberland Highlands Resort
- Balai Tanay Bed & Breakfast
- Pili Paninap Farm
- El Patio Razon
- Bakasyunan Resort and Conference Center
- Lily Vacation Farm House
1. Stradella Hotel
If quality and proximity are your priorities, Stradella Hotel in Cainta is an excellent choice for a staycation in Rizal. Stradella ticks all the boxes for a great hotel: luxurious and comfy rooms with contemporary decor, WiFi access, housekeeping, and amenities such as a gym, pool, and restaurant. And if you’re feeling a little fancy, you can always have room service for your meals!
Stradella Hotel
Address: 9001 ME East Bel-Air Residences Tower 2, Felix Avenue, Brgy. San Isidro, Cainta, Rizal
Contact Details: (02) 656 7361 / stradellahotel@gmail.com
2. LeBlanc Hotel and Resort
Like Cainta, Antipolo is only a quick 30-minute drive from Metro Manila. Le Blanc is a hotel and exclusive resort that provides modern sensibilities against its verdant mountain location. They have affordable yet contemporary rooms ranging from P3,000 to P6,000 a night.
Guests also have exclusive access to the pool, so make sure to pack your bathing suit! After your dip, you can head to their restaurant and bar to try their curated in-house cocktails.
Le Blanc Hotel and Resort
Address: 3 Taktak Rd, Antipolo
Contact Details: 285189303 / reservations@leblanc.com.ph
3. Luljetta's Hanging Gardens Spa
Expect a full-on pampering experience - from the cozy accommodations to the outdoor spa experience overlooking a sea of green. The highlight of course, is their hanging garden and spa - here guests can enjoy amenities like a hydro-massage pool, heated jacuzzi, meditation lounges, and yummiest of all - delicious suman and rice cakes at their in-house cafe!
Luljetta’s Hanging Garden and Spa
Address: Sitio Loreland, Barangay, Antipolo, 1870 Rizal
Contact Details: 0917 544 4432 / wecare@bienvenidotours.com
4. Loreland Farm Resort
Another excellent pick for a staycation in nature is Loreland Farm Resort. Expect rustic farm landscapes, nipa hut cottages, a treehouse, and several pool amenities throughout the premises. They also have a kiddie pool and a park perfect for families!
Loreland Farm Resort
Address: Sitio Loreland, Barangay, Antipolo, 1870 Rizal
Contact Details: 0917 544 4432 / wecare@bienvenidotours.com
5. Timberland Highlands Resort
Treat yourself to a luxurious weekend getaway at Timberland Highlands Resort, a resort, hotel, and recreational center nestled on the hills of San Mateo. Guests are all set for a comfortable stay at any one of their suites - but we’ve got to say that the views from this resort are a hearty bonus.
We recommend stepping out of your guest room to enjoy the hotels’ many amenities - such as their game room, saunas, gardens, spas and more. Feeling active? Head on over to their in-house tennis and basketball court and break a sweat!
Timberland Highlands Resort
Address: 114 Gen Luna St, Guitnang Bayan I, San Mateo
Contact Details: +6388918288 / reservations@timberlandclub.com
6. Balai Tanay Bed & Breakfast
In a one-hectare farm at Tanay lies Balai Tanay Bed & Breakfast, one of Rizal’s best-kept secrets. While we would also recommend a stay at one of their modernized kubos, this b&b ups the charm with a jeepney room that’s sure to pique your interest! As you would expect, this unique accommodation was upcycled into the loveliest tiny home - perfect for a quick weekend getaway.
Balai Tanay Bed and Breakfast
Address: Makaira - Daraitan Road, Tanay, Rizal
Contact Details: 0917 529 1578 / mikego.ardent@gmail.com
7. Pili Paninap Farm
After a two-hour drive from Manila, you’ll arrive at a farmstay accommodation in Rizal called Pili Paninap Farm. They offer guests simple, yet comfortable, lodging - just right for those seeking to be closer to nature. However, what sets this accommodation apart from the rest is its close proximity to some of Rizal’s hidden gems - waterfall sites and hiking trails to name a few.
Pili Paninap Farm
Address: Makaira - Daraitan Road, Tanay, Rizal
Contact Details: 0915 787 7428 / info@paninapfarms.com
8. El Patio Razon
El Patio Razon in Tanay, with its healing kawa hot bath and its rustic kubo-style accommodation, is another great escape for the weary city dweller. Surrounded by the verdant hills of Tanay, El Patio Razon is a great place to retreat to if you’re looking for somewhere a little more quiet.
Aside from the hot kawa bath, you can stroll around the premises and check out the Hobbit House, and enjoy the bonfire during the evening. If you’re feeling outdoorsy, you can bring your own tent and set up camp - or rent one for only P250 to camp outside!
El Patio Razon
Address: Sitio Maysawa, Tanay, Rizal
Contact Details: 0977 792 3228
9. Bakasyunan Resort and Conference
As the name suggests, Bakasyunan Resort and Conference is an ideal spot for a vacation. Located in a 15-hectare forest, you won’t have time to Located on a 15-hectare verdant forest, it’s brimming with amenities for wellness and recreation, such as swimming pools, camping sites, zipline, rappel facility, mudslide, ATV, horseback riding, and more.
As the name suggests, Bakasyunan Resort and Conference is an ideal spot for a vacation - and let us tell you why!
It’s situated in a 15-hectare forest, packed with all kinds of activities and amenities for guests to choose from. It’ll be a little challenging to be bored in a place with swimming pools, camping sites, zipline and rappelling, mudslides, ATV facilities and horseback riding just to name a few.
Once you’ve had your fill of the day, retreat to your poolside, cliffside or family room!
Bakasyunan Resort and Conference
Address: 3 Marilaque Hwy, Tanay, Rizal
Contact Details: (02) 706 4509
10. Lily Vacation Farm House
For someplace slightly more private - Lily Vacation Farm House in Jala-Jala is an accommodation everyone in the group will love. While it is about 3 hours from the metro, 180-degree views of natural landscapes covering Mt. Banahaw, Laguna de Bay and Mt. Makiling awaits! The lot is spacious and even includes a pool so guests are free to spend their time leisurely as they wish.
They have several guest rooms to choose from - the 3-bedroom farm house, a contemporary bahay kubo, or their Skylit Glamping House - depending on your group’s preference.
Lily Vacation Farm House
Address: 0060 Companario Street, Sitio Campanario, Pagkalinawan, Jala-jala, Rizal
Contact Details: 0939 921 0165 / lily.vacationhouse@gmail.com
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