MATABUNGKAY BEACH HOTEL, Matabungkay

Matabungkay Beach Hotel offers direct beach access with rooms featuring private verandas, cable TV, and mini bars. Options include Deluxe Rooms with pool or garden views, Beach Houses with king-size beds and pull-out sofas, and Water Villas for those seeking proximity to the water. Studios are ideal for couples, with sunset views from the veranda.

The hotel has multiple dining options, including Cafe Caballero for varied menus, Sand Bar for beachside drinks, and a Korean restaurant. The breakfast buffet includes Filipino and international dishes. Poolside, the Pool Bar serves tropical cocktails, while Good Vibes Bar offers signature drinks and bar bites.

Guests can swim in three pools (main, kiddie, and beach-entry), try water sports like jet skiing and banana boat rides, or play basketball and archery. The Kiddie Playground has swings and slides, while the Sports Center includes billiards and table tennis. Solea Spa offers massages, reflexology, and sauna sessions.

The hotel is 100 km from Ninoy Aquino International Airport, accessible via CALAX in 2.5-3 hours. It sits on Matabungkay Beach, a white-sand shoreline with a small coral reef. Nearby attractions include local dining spots and water sports rental operators along the coast.

Staff provide attentive service, including event planning for weddings and corporate retreats. Pet lodges are available for ₱1,100 per night. Smoking is restricted to designated areas, and outside food incurs corkage fees. Pools operate from 8 AM to 10 PM, and beach swimming is allowed until 6 PM.