Boutique Hotels in Batangas

The place is nice and clean… although foods are expensive and other activities that you need to pay for is also pricey. I also booked for 1 king size bed + 1 single bed.. but they gave us 1 king size bed room only and added an extra bed instead. My 7yo only ate 3 pcs of bread and asking me to pay half of the buffet rate. This is our first time to stay here at Pico Sands Hotel, I did not the enjoy the experience tbh

Huge difference between premium room and executive suites. Seems like it's due to the old and new wing. Definitely not a 4 star hotel for this premium room.

The environment is very good, the service is very good, if the price is a little cheaper, I am willing to stay longer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Apart from the surroundings being naturally beautiful with trees, lake, etc., for this kudos for the way the place is designed… nothing much special about this place unfortunately. We were not impressed given all the hype in Social media platforms. Here are a few things I have noted that made me feel not worth coming back for: 1. Check in process is so Manual - we arrived right on check in time by 3pm. Lots of paperworks to be done, asked for each guests IDs, took photos of it. 1 paper we need to fill out with guest names etc, another paper to sign acknowledgement on rules, etc - literally in pen and paper. After all the paperworks, that is the only time we were briefed of the facilities map, where to go, what to see etc. So for this part alone - is almost 1 hour. Since we have to go to each room/suite, we had to wait for buggy to bring us, another waiting of about 30mins., we even needed to approach again the reception desk to ask where is the buggy just for them to check again. Come on, this is already 1.5 hr of us paying for the stay and yet we haven’t utilized the room and facilities itself. We were only able to settle in our rooms almost 5pm already. 2. Restaurants, I understand all are organic. Hence charges are high. We went to the Indian Vegetarian restaurant and ordered - Parata, Fries, Fried Tofu, Palak Paneer and 2 juices our bill is about 3,500 pesos. For it being homegrown plants and organic, we accept that amount is that high. However, we were only 3 tables filled in the restaurant, not full house and yet food took almost 1 hour to arrive. 😕 3. All else comes with charge if you wish to utilise, like massage, water therapy and all. Charges for each of this service is already same as how much the room cost. Free sessions - Yoga in morning is good. Sound therapy - not so. Room wise is ok. It is a expected with the rates they charge, you expect to be in a decent room at least. Nonetheless, it was good for experience. But may look out for other places with same facilities that will make you feel the value for money. Main disappointment we have is all the waiting time we had faced, while being there on non-peak days (weekday) and yet for each thing we had to do/request, we had to wait minimum 30mins before getting the service needed. Meanwhile, check out wise - everything was done fast and 12:30 sharp we were on our way out.😂 I am sharing based on what I have personally experienced, some may have enjoyed and experienced otherwise, unfortunately not the case for our group.

When we arrive, they have ample parking considering it's a weekend and a holiday. Check-in time is also tolerable. Yes, there was a long line, but they have like 4 counters accommodating check-ins, and they have a separate checkout counter. Just be ready with 2 adult IDs that are checking in and the 2k deposit. The room is so spacious; we got the 1BR family suite, and it has 2 queen daybeds with no pillows and blankets, 2 double beds, 2 bathrooms, a small kitchen with a sink and non-functional stovetop, and a medium-sized refrigerator. It also has a sala and a dining area as well. They initially provided 2 free water bottles, but I requested an additional 2 since the room was booked for 4 people, and they complied. I do have an issue with one of the toilets since it was clogged on the first day, and we're staying for 3 days, so it's very inconvenient, if you can imagine. I did report it, but no one came to address this matter. The free breakfast is so-so. It gets you full, and the selections are not that bad but not great. I don't know if they offer meals during lunchtime since we ate outside (L’bulalo—definitely a must-try!), but for dinner they only offer the grill station and the buffet. It was quite sad since on our last night it rained so hard, and all the people were stuck in the outdoor dining area of the grill station, and they had to halt everything since it got wet, even the food that was grilling. The pool was huge! So even though there were other people swimming, it didn't feel crowded. The beach is clean and clear, but the shore has a lot of rocks or shells, so it hurts when you walk over it. Overall, it's good for a quick getaway.

I specifically would like to commend the front desk officer, Cess, who was very helpful on my needs. She went out of her way to assist me when I was looking for a hairdresser and make-up artist in the area she could recommend since I was in the area for the first time to be a wedding sponsor. Love the ambience and piano music at the lobby. Room was so clean. Just that I find the restroom to be a little small. The food and service at the restaurant were excellent. The male Manager there, however, just needs to wear a smile. :-) Over-all, our experience was great. Will definitely recommend Sotogrande Batangas to family and friends.

the room i giot was not as i expected to be nice and clean..i made request prior to my booking but not granted..seaview casitas room i got was covered with trees and branches so where is the seaview!? internet or wifi is very poor..breakfast was not ok either. the beach doesnt have any chairs or tables nor umbrella or tent and no lifeguard to watch over. over all its just ok..

Service and quality of experience was outstanding for a boutique resort in the Philippines. Food was very good, but I felt the menu could use a few more options. For example, it's fine to offer an extravagant ultra-indulgent double sized burger (which tasted good by the way), but sometimes guests with smaller appetites might like a burger, too.

Overall, it was a great experience. The amenities were amazing — lots of activities to enjoy, whether you're into relaxing or staying active. You definitely won’t run out of things to do! The food was delicious, and the staff were all so kind and accommodating. They even granted our request for a room with a stunning view of Taal Volcano — waking up to that scenery was truly unforgettable. Cleanliness was good, I’d give it a 4 out of 5. There’s a little room for improvement, but it didn’t take away from the overall enjoyment. If you're looking for a peaceful escape with great food, fun activities, and breathtaking views, I highly recommend Canyon Woods!