The Holy Week is a special time for Filipinos. For devout Catholics, it’s a longstanding tradition to take part in different rites and rituals that commemorate one’s faith. While for others, the extended break is always a good opportunity to slow down from the hustle and bustle of daily life, reflect, and relax with loved ones. Either way people choose to spend their vacation, it’s good to know that there are awesome places (within or just a few hours away from metro) where one can go to for some quick (or lengthy!) respite.
For those who want an easy but equally memorable escape this Holy Week, here’s a round-up of the best accommodations that won’t require a plane ticket nor a long drive.
Apo View Hotel – Davao City
Davaoeños need not go far just to enjoy the long break. Situated in the heart of the city, the Apo View Hotel offers guests with modern accommodations and luxurious service that has since been the hallmark of the heritage hotel. Dubbed as the second oldest hotel in the country, Apo View Hotel has maintained its grandeur and continues to be a primer choice for the most discerning staycationers.
This summer, Apo View Hotel offers promos that make it much more irresistible to overlook. These include a 50% off promo on all its Superior and Deluxe rooms with breakfast buffet which runs until May 30, 2019. Meanwhile, its Weekend Getaway promo offers Superior and Deluxe Rooms with breakfast buffet at 50% year-round.
Las Casas Filipinas De Acuzar – Bagac, Bataan
For those who don’t mind a couple of hours-worth of driving, a gem of a resort lies 125km northwest of Manila in Bagac, Bataan. More than just a Filipino heritage site to behold, Las Casas Filipinas De Acuzar is a world-class resort that pays homage to the grandeur of Spanish-Filipino architecture amidst the backdrop of a sprawling beach and a grandiose natural landscape.
Las Casas takes pride in being the only Philippine hotel to have received several international acclaims which include being recognized as part of the Historic Hotels Worldwide, being awarded Asia’s Most Excellent Destination in 2017, and being included in Conde Nast Johansens Luxury Global Collection and Peninsula Hotels Pencities Luxe Guide.
Go ahead and indulge this Easter break by booking a stay in any of its Deluxe Rooms that come with various inclusions such as breakfast as well as free heritage and workshop tours. During weekends, Deluxe Rooms for two are available for P5,000 and comes with a heritage and workshop tour while the rate of P5,500 includes breakfast as well as a heritage and workshop tour. On Weekdays, Deluxe Rooms are available at P4,600 and comes with breakfast as well as a heritage and workshop tour.
Golden Phoenix Hotel Manila – Pasay City
The idea of enjoying the peace and serenity of the city during the Holy Week is also very inviting. Without having to go so far, one can easily unwind and relax in any of the city’s best hotels. One of which is the Golden Phoenix Hotel. Located less than a mile away from SM Mall of Asia in Pasay City, the hotel offers contemporary and elegant accommodations, a great view of the cityscape, and an array of premium features such as free WiFi access throughout the property, en suite bathroom with shower, hairdryer, bathrobes, and free toiletries, as well as an iPod dock, a personal safe, electric kettle, minibar, and a flat-screen TV with cable and satellite channels
This summer, the hotel is offering a special rate of P6,800 nett until June 30 for an accommodation for two which comes with free buffet breakfast, Phoenix Wellness Lounge credits, unlimited hot and cold chocolate at Ground Up coffee, and food and beverage credits worth P1,000 or choice of house wine. While you’re there, you might want to check out this year’s World Travel Lifestyle Expo!
Interested to book a stay in any of these hotels and resort even after the Holy Week? These hotels will also be offering exclusive discounts and promos at the upcoming Travel and Leisure Expo Davao 2019. Organized by Worldbex Services International, TLEX Davao 2019 will be held simultaneously with PHILBEX Davao 2019 on May 9 to 12 at the SMX Convention Center Davao in SM Lanang Premier. For more information, call (02) 656-92-39, email inquire@worldbexevents.com, visit www.tlex.ph, or follow @tlex.ph on Facebook and Instagram.
