Matabungkay is a thriving tourist spot in Bantangas, Philippines, with white sandy beaches and sheltered coves. It was once a fishing village that drew beach lovers seeking solitude. The area offers camping, swimming, diving and beautiful sunset watching in a provincial atmosphere. It is considered inexpensive, offering low-budget family vacations. Only three hours from Manila, Matabungkay has become a popular resort vacation destination for Manila residents.
The Al Fresco Beach Resort is a family owned vacation house that has been renovated into a 3-star beachfront resort. It is located in the middle of the Matabungkay Strip. The resort has eight air-conditioned rooms, a dining hall, a sala and lanai area, and a veranda overlooking the ocean. Rooms have cable TV, air-conditioning and private bathrooms. The resort has a cordoned off perimeter beachfront and massage therapy is available.
Batangas Office
Al Fresco Beach Resort
Brgy. Matabungkay, Lian, Batangas
+63 (922) 8-FRESCO
+63 (917) 830-0038
www.alfrescoresort.com
At the Southeastern tip of Batangas, Balai Resort operates two resorts in different locations. The Anilao resort was built to look like a house by the sea. It sits atop a rocky slope in San Teodoro Mabini, Batangas. Its open spaces and decks offer views of the sea and groves of trees. The resort offers scuba diving equipment to guests who want to explore the waters.
The Laiya is more secluded. It is located along San Juan, Batangas' wide sandy coast. It has a quiet and relaxed atmosphere with thatched roof cottages, few tourists and quiet beaches. The Balai Resorts are known for hosting wedding parties. Balai wedding services include catering, accommodations, venue décor and flowers, and wedding coordination services.
Balai Resort Anilao
San Teodoro, Anilao, Batangas
Balai sa Laiya Resort
San Juan, Batangas
(632) 240-2927
www.balai-resort.com
Matabungkay Beach Resort & Hotel has 51 deluxe rooms, two deluxe suites, six one-bedroom family suites, six superior family rooms and 16 beach-side villas. Vacation activities include indoor and outdoor games, a rope course, and a kiddie and adult pool. Wi-Fi access is available, as well as air-conditioned rooms, hot and cold showers, and cable television. The Matabungkay Resort also hosts weddings. The Wedding By The Beach package includes overnight room accommodation, couple spa treatment, buffet dinner, a three-layer wedding cake and a four-layer chocolate fountain.
Matabungkay Beach Resort & Hotel
Brgy. Matabungkay, Lian, Batangas
0-917-834-12-69
www.matabungkay.net
According to Campers Point, vendors are known for chasing down tourists in hopes they will buy their wares. To avoid inconvenience, ask if your resort has a policy prohibiting vendors from the vicinity.
