Samkara Restaurant and Garden Resort

Place is so serene and such a welcome respite from living in the city -- everywhere you look is greenery, cool breeze caresses your face, and sounds of crickets and cicadas serenade you in the early evening to night. A gaggle of ducks scattered near the streams and tiny ponds within the vicinity, which you have the option to feed or just watch as they paddle around. Swimming in the pools is refreshing given the blistering summer heat, but be warned that the mountain spring water can be a bit too cold for most. The restaurant and cafe by the entrance which are an attraction in itself serve sumptuous meals at reasonable prices and can truly satiate everyone in the group given their huge servings. To say we're pleased with this gem of a place is an understatement. We loved every minute of our stay and the kids are raring to go back again.

The property is a serene and safe place to stay for families.

Just beautiful, and as a peaceful nature about it that you can't really express. But I noticed everybody that came there took a lot of pictures me included. I would highly recommend it for people that just want to unwind

Beautiful landscaping on the resort! Loved that as a foreigner I was not stared at by the staff and other guests as I sometimes am in the Philippines.

Staying at Samkara Restaurant and Garden Resort was truly a "wow" experience! From the moment I enter, I was welcomed by nature setting of the place, I was captivated by the stunning views of the rice fields that surrounded the property. The lush greenery and tranquil atmosphere made for a breathtaking backdrop. The room itself was incredibly comfortable. The natural flow of water nearby added to the serene ambiance, creating a peaceful soundtrack that made it hard to leave the room! The staff were friendly and attentive, ensuring my stay was nothing short of perfect. Every detail was thoughtfully arranged, making me feel right at home. Truly an escape! I can’t wait to return to this hidden gem. If you’re looking for a perfect blend of comfort and natural beauty, Samkara is the place to be! Highly recommended!

We dine at their restaurant to celebrate my father-in-law's birthday. To be fair, staff are friendly and accomodating but needs more training as one of them don't know what are the toppings of Samkara Pizza. Pizza Margherita was a joke. I particulary love the harvest salad (tho most of it were just lettuce, no flower as shown in the menu) and the pancit lucban. It takes a lot of time to bill out, we actually went to the cashier because we are waiting too long for the bill. Overall, location is superb with ducks and fishes. Instagramable area. I just hope in the future they add small cakes for birthday celebrations.