Set in 11.4 hectares of secluded grounds yet only 30 minutes from downtown Cebu City, Plantation Bay offers one of the largest privately-owned waterways in the world, with the clean elegance of colonial-plantation architecture. Decompress from life's pressures in the healing tranquility of an environment that truly feels "away from it all". If you have ever spent time at a tropical plantation, you know what we mean. If not, come and discover a refreshingly different Flavor of Life.
Whether you're traveling for a family vacation or romantic getaway, for business or pleasure, this is far and away your best choice in the Philippines.
Truly international. Opened in late 1996, Plantation Bay has already had over half a million visitors from every corner of the globe. Virtually all of them agree that this is one of the best resorts they've ever been to. Experienced travelers in particular will feel right at home at Plantation Bay. English is spoken throughout the resort; we also have Japanese, Korean, and Spanish-speaking staff members.
Plantation Bay rests on the coast
of Marigondon, in the southeastern tip of Mactan Island, 15
minutes from the airport and 30 minutes from Cebu City.
Historical sites on Mactan Island and Cebu City are likewise
15 minutes and 30 minutes away respectively.
Mactan International Airport is a 50-minute flight south of
Manila and is also accessible via direct flights from Hong Kong,
Singapore, Japan, Korea and Malaysia.
Safety and Security, Protection from Natural Disasters
Due to its unique geology and location in the inland Philippine Sea, totally surrounded by much larger islands, Cebu-Mactan is safer than most other resort areas in the world.
Feel like you're at your own private estate. Our rooms are a full 46 square meters (460 square feet), charmingly furnished with plantation-style furniture, oil paintings, and accessories; equipped with remote-control TV, mini-bar, electronic safe, and split-package air-conditioning.
And you'll love the bathrooms - spacious, with coral stone and marble finishes, separate shower and deep tub, hair-dryer, and extension phone.
At Plantation Bay you are assured of a splendid, take-your-breath-away vista from almost every room. Rooms with impaired views are priced lower and clearly indicated on the rooms' table of rates.
Built around a small quasi-private pool, the Poolside Rooms have a friendly village feel suitable for families, singles, and large groups of all kinds. The views are more restricted than elsewhere in the hotel but the rooms are more spacious and have their own particular charm.
The Lagoon View promises the same splendid views as the Lagoon Side, but are situated on the second floor or a few yards further from the beach.
The Lagoon Side is our most popular room, with a king or two queen beds, and a luxurious bathroom with separate tub and shower. Splendid views of our magnificent private lagoon and beaches. These ground-floor rooms feature generously-sized balconies which open directly onto the beach. You can be in the water a few seconds after leaving your room. Preferred by couples, and families with up to two youngsters.
The Water’s Edge is our most sought-after
room, located right at the edge of our lagoon. From your balcony
you can be in the water in 0-2 seconds. (Not suitable for children
and infants).
The One-Bedroom Suite has King-bedded or twin-bedded master's bedroom with extra-large bathroom, living room with sofa-bed, powder room, and extra-large balcony. Splendid views of our magnificent private lagoon and beaches. Balcony opens directly onto beach. Preferred by top executives, and couples with one or two older children.
The Two-Bedroom Suite has two master's bedrooms both with extra-large bathrooms, living room with powder room. Varying bed configurations. These suites are on the second floor and enjoy excellent views. The most popular choice for two couples vacationing together, and families with several children/nannies.
We also have two very special suites, each of them unique and
are the only one’s of their kinds in the resort. The Riverboat Suite
is a 2-bedroom cottage built on stilts over flowing
water, beautifully shaded by spreading acacia trees. Rustic yet elegant, this suite will appeal to all kinds of visitor from honeymooners to family groups to celebrities.
The Penthouse Suite is a 2-bedroom suite on two floors. A fitting choice for top executives and dignitaries, or larger family groups. The salon and dining area is perfect for entertaining, with commanding views of the resort. The Master's bedroom overlooks Mogambo Falls and has a private terrace. The second bedroom has wraparound views and can accommodate 4 persons in comfort or 8 youngsters in a pinch.
For those who enjoy life’s extras, the Presidential Suite is a colonial suite with 4 detached bedrooms, private pool and gazebo. Also with an airconditioned pavilion ideal for meetings or family gatherings, it accommodates up to 8 adults.
Unrivaled cuisine. In the area of food, most resorts under-perform and overcharge. At Plantation Bay we believe good food is an essential component of good hospitality, and work hard to offer our guests a stimulating choice of international dishes (see some of the dishes we're most proud of, and why) at reasonable prices. Plantation Bay
also boasts of four of the finest restaurants in the country.
Dining facilities include the following restaurants and bars:
Palermo is our informal Italian restaurant, with a tempting selection of pastas and meat dishes. Built in the style of a country courtyard, it's fine dining that's easy on the wallet, and without the dress code.
(Dinner. Air conditioned. Closed on Wednesdays)
Some specialties:
• Gamberoni Al Aglio - garlic-sauteed prawns
• Linguine Alle Vongole - linguine with clams in white wine sauce
• Tiramisu - traditional mascarpone cream cheese mousse
Kilimanjaro Kafe Open 24 hours, the coffee shop is surrounded by our gigantic swimming pool. Features international and Filipino favorites, a special children's menu, and our world-famous Breakfast Buffet with different culinary themes for every day of the week.
Some specialties:
• Seafood Pancit Canton - noodles with mussels, squid, shrimps, vegetables, chili and oyster sauce
• Rock Lobster Newburg - succulent lobster meat tossed in
fresh cream and Madeira wine
• The Great New York Cheesecake - a classic baked cheesecake with Graham cracker crust and blueberries
Fiji Restaurant serves seafood, Japanese, Korean
and other Asian cuisine for lunch and dinner. Situated by the hotel's beachfront, Fiji offers both air-conditioned and open-air dining.
(Lunch and dinner. Al fresco and air-conditioned. Closed on Mondays)
Some specialties:
• Prawns Tempura - Deep-fried battered jumbo prawns,
without any doubt as good
as the best tempura anywhere
• Polynesian Spareribs - with chili and plum sauce
• Kimchi - topped with garlic and bacon
Savannah Grill is great for families or those
in a rush. Fast-food favorites with 5-star flair. We will stack our Powerhouse Burger (order it with everything on!) against anyone's. The steaks literally melt in your mouth, and the stateside hotdogs are out of sight. (Open daily 10AM - 9PM, closed on Thursdays.)
Some specialties:
• The Powerhouse Burger -
If this isn't the best hamburger you've ever tasted in your life, tell us after two bites, and there's no charge.
•
The World’s Best Hot Dogs -
We searched high and low to find the world’s tastiest hotdog, and came up with a tie: Hebrew National Jumbo (all-beef), and Armour Kielbasa (beef, pork, and turkey).
The most-acclaimed resort in the country is also the foremost Philippine spa. Plantation Bay's Mogambo Springs offers an ambience and treatment experience comparable to those of leading spas in Bali, Thailand, or California, at a fraction of the price.
• Air conditioning
• Baby sitting
• Banquet facilities
• Bar & lounge
• Business centre
• Coffee shop
• Conference facilities
• Doctor on call
• Fitness centre
• Foreign exchange
• Golf course
• IDD
• In-house movies
• In-room safe
• Jogging track
• Laundry
• Limousine
• Mini bar
• Non-smoking rooms
• Restaurants
• Room service
• Satellite / Cable TV
• Shopping arcade
• Swimming (outdoor)
• Tennis court
• Tour desk
• TV
• Watersports
Recreation
Plantation Bay offers one of the largest privately owned waterways
in the world and the widest range of relaxation and recreation
facilities of any resort. Take your kids swimming in our saltwater
lagoons or in our freshwater pools. You can also have them try
scuba diving as we also offer excellent scuba diving sites very
close by. Also available are a wide range of sides, boat and
motorized rides. On land, you can enjoy wall climbing, archery,
bicycling, mini-golf, dozens of indoor games and even karaoke.
Functions and Banquets
For weddings, conferences and all occasions. Choose from a variety
of air-conditioned, rooftop, and beach-area venues. For conferences,
we recommend The Alcatraz, with a VIP lounge and a ballroom
that can accommodate up to 150 people. Our four roof decks can
accommodate up to 150 people and each has a spectacular view
of the Lagoon, the Peninsula and the other buildings. Orion
and Peninsula are our in-land beaches, and both are great for
parties of 200.
Ralaxation
While your kids are having the times of their lives, treat yourself
to the Philippine’s foremost Spa – Mogambo Springs.
The spa's setting is uniquely charming, evocative of a mountain canyon with its own thundering waterfalls, creek, and fog-like mist. Open your skin's pores and float away your cares in a soothing hot spring, rejuvenate your body in a stimulating mineral bath, and enjoy a vigorous hydro-massage in the main waterfall basin.
Then move on to a dry-heat sauna to sweat out the toxins, and from there to your choice of classic massage, reflexology, aromatherapy, or body scrub.
Built with the same flair, subdued elegance, and attention to detail as the resort itself, Mogambo Springs will charm and delight your spirit even as your body enjoys a spa treatment comparable to the best anywhere!
Mogambo provides a full range of message, aromatherapy, reflexology,
and beauty treatments in charming mountain-canyon setting with
extra features like sauna, hot pool, thalassic pool, and hydri-massage.
No Tipping
All guests enjoy Five-star service with a unique twist –
no tipping. We want to relieve you of the anxiety of having
to figure out how much to tip a hotel employee. Every guest
receives the same Filipino warmth and dedication that has made
us one of the world’s most distinctive resorts at no extra
cost.
Superb facilities, great food, outstanding service, and no tipping.
This is unlike any other hotel you’ve ever been to. Welcome
toe the world of Plantation Bay.
Junior Two-Bedroom Suite
(max. 6 persons: triple occupancy in each of the 2 bedrooms)**
US$ 363 nett
US$ 439 nett
Two-Bedroom Suite
(max. 6 persons: triple occupancy in each of the 2 bedrooms)**
US$ 560 nett
US$ 713 nett
Riverboat Suite (max. 6 persons: triple occupancy in each of the 2 bedrooms)
US$ 636 nett
US$ 788 nett
Penthouse Suite (max. 8-10 persons: quad occupancy in each of the 2 bedrooms)
US$ 668 nett
US$ 820 nett
Quantum Villa (max. 8 persons: double occupancy in each of the 4 bedrooms)
US$ 880 nett
US$ 1,032 nett
Inclusions:
• Room accommodation
• Round trip airport transfers based on hotel scheduled shuttle services
• Welcome drink
• Two (2) bottles of mineral water per day
• Coffee/Tea making facility in the room
• Basket of Cebu delicacies
• Complimentary Broadband internet connection
• 24-hour Room service
• Complimentary day-use of gym and game room facilities
• Complimentary day-use of bicycles (1 hour only)
• Taxes
• Service charge
*Spa Indulgence Room accommodations include one (1) hour Aromatherapy massage for 2 persons and complimentary use of the spa facilities all throughout the stay.
Extra Person charge is at US$30 nett,
where applicable. Extra bed may not be provided for rooms
with two (2) queen-sized beds and rooms with king and single
beds configuration. **Futon Bed may be
provided as an extra bed. During Peak Periods, futon bed
may be charged at US$30 nett per bed per night.
Family Plan: Maximum of two (2) adults and two (2) children (both below 12 years old and sharing the room with parents) in a Poolside/Lagoon View/Lagoon Side Room. Request for an extra futon mattress may be provided at US$ 30 nett per night to rooms with king-sized or two-(2) single bed configurations.
Peak Periods (nights of):
Easter Holiday - March 20-22, 2008
Japan OBON - August 14-17, 2008
Christmas/New Year - December 27, 2008-January 1, 2009
Black Out Dates (nights of):
Chinese New Year: February 7-10, 2008; Golden Week: April 27-May 5, 2008; Korean Choseuk: September 12-15, 2008
Peak rates for all types of rooms will apply.
The hotel reserves the right to add up blackout dates, as it deems necessary; and may do so without prior notice.
Group rate will be extended to all bookings with twenty-five (25) paid room-nights materialized per arrival.
Breakfast Buffet: US$ 30 nett per person Note:
• Specialty or haute cuisine meals are available at higher prices; seminar and conference meals are available in a range of prices.
• The Hotel requires a minimum of 40 adult covers for a buffet arrangement. This excludes the breakfast buffet, which is available daily at Kilimanjaro Kafe.
• Set menus are available for a minimum of 10 persons and maximum of 39 persons.
• Children aged 4 to 12 years old are subject to a 50% discount on buffet meals.
Terms and Conditions
• Rates are in US Dollars per room per night, with above indicated inclusions.
• Rooms, food and beverages, sports and other guest requirements must be arranged upon finalization of booking, before check-in date.
• Maximum two (2) children below 12 years old sharing with parents are Free of Charge.
• These specially discounted internet rates can only be availed if booked and paid through TravelMart; and can not be availed in combination with other promos, except with Travel Advantage Rewards Program.
• Rates may change without prior notice.
• Booking(s) have to be paid in advance before the check-in date and issuance of voucher(s). Unpaid bookings are not guaranteed.
• Payment by credit card will be billed upon confirmation of booking.
• Upon receipt of payment, voucher(s) will be faxed or emailed to guest.
• A wash down or decrease in the original number of rooms/persons reserved/booked shall, to the extent of the decrease in the number of rooms/persons, be considered a cancellation and shall be subject to cancellation charges.
• Any and all cancellations/wash downs must be done through email to bookings@travelmart.net. Any and all wash downs/cancellations on the phone will not be honored.
• If guest fails to show up on check-in/tour day without prior notice to TravelMart, the No-show charges shall be applied.
• One-night rate as Cancellation or No-Show charge includes room charges, meals, tours and other arrangements.
• There shall be no refund for shortened stays including rooms checked-in and checked-out on the same day.
• Check-in time is 2 pm. Check-out time is 12 noon. Any request for early check-in or late check-out is subject to approval based on availability.
• Bringing in of food and beverage is not allowed.
• Force Majeure: TravelMart and the Hotel shall not be liable for any damages due to cancellations on account of fortuitous events (e.g. labor disputes, war, natural calamities, etc.)
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