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thehungrykat1 · 7 years ago

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Momo Beach House: A Charming Boutique Resort in Panglao

During our fabulous stay at Amorita Resort in Bohol (Read: Luxury and Nature Intertwine at Amorita Resort Bohol), we took a side trip and visited one of their sister resorts in Panglao, the Momo Beach House. While Amorita Resort prides itself in being a luxurious haven for those with a taste for the good life, its little sister can call itself the chillest beach house in Bohol.

Momo Beach House is an eco-chic boutique resort set on the shores of Panglao Island. It offers a a unique bed-and-breakfast vibe with stunning seaside and sunset views, nature-inspired architecture, and delicious al fresco dining. It is 20 kilometers away from the famous Alona Beach, but it offers its own distinct charm and character that is unlike any of the other resorts in the island.

Momo Beach House is a 45-minute drive from Bohol’s Tagbilaran Airport. Panglao Island is one of the country’s top travel destinations and serves as a perfect base for exploring Bohol’s world-class diving sites, beautiful nature spots, and great outdoor adventures. Guests of Momo Beach House are the more adventurous variety, with the waters of Panglao on their minds. That doesn’t mean that you can’t enjoy taking a dip inside their lovely Beach House Pool, just make sure to follow the rules.

The boutique resort features vibrant pastel rooms with amazing views of the beach, plus a distinct architectural design theme incorporating white-washed furniture pieces. The Standard Room comes with a queen-sized bed which is suited for couples and backpackers. Basic creature comforts such as air-conditioning, hot and cold shower with locally sourced organic bath products, LCD TV, hair dryer, and a work desk are also provided.

The Deluxe Room has a bigger space as it comes with one queen-sized bed and a day bed plus a small living area. This is better for a small group of friends or a family of three.

For bigger groups and families, it would be best to get the Family Room which can fit four to six adults. It has three queen-sized beds with a bigger living area and workstation.

But why stay inside the room when the beauty of Bohol is calling outside? Guests can just hang around on the wooden poolside lounge chairs while enjoying the fresh ocean breeze.

A nap-friendly hammock also hangs poolside between thick, tall palm trees. A beachfront bamboo bar called The Beach Hut is also nearby for those afternoon and evening drinks by the beach.

Momo Beach is also full of activities as guests can ride around the waters of Bohol by maneuvering a kayak or a stand-up paddle board. These can be borrowed from the resort on a first-come, first-served basis. Other water activities can also be arranged.

I always believe that it’s the small things that matter, so I really love these thoughtful brushes that Momo Beach House has placed here to wipe off our sandy feet. I think the other bigger resorts should follow this example.

Our short trip to Momo Beach House included a big Boodle Fight lunch at the Beach Tree Cafe, their open-air restaurant with the view of the pool and the sea. This is the first time for me to experience a big boodle fight in the middle of the beach!

The boodle fight is a traditional Filipino way of communally eating piles of rice and viands on top banana leaves with their bare hands. Loads and loads of seafood and meat were piled onto the table and it was time to start our boodle fight! Don’t worry, we didn’t really have to fight for our food since there was more than enough for everyone.

The Spider Conch Shell was one of the specialties at our Momo Beach House boodle fight and everyone enjoyed our hearty meal. Beach Tree Cafe offers other a la carte items on the menu and guests can also buy the fresh catch of the day from local fishermen in the area and have it cooked the way they want it.

Momo Beach House offers an interesting alternative for travellers who want a charming no-frills location to rest and relax after their adventurous afternoons. It’s the perfect getaway for barkadas and families who long for that serene retreat.

Momo Beach House

Barangay Bil-Isan, Momo Beach, Panglao, Bohol

553-9549 / (0915) 988-9932

www.momobeachhouse.com

www.facebook.com/MomoBeachHouse

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thehungrykat1 · 7 years ago

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Luxury and Nature Intertwine at Amorita Resort Bohol

Amorita Resort in Panglao, Bohol is one of the most talked about luxury resorts here in the Philippines. I often see colorful pictures of this place in magazines or travel blogs, but since I don’t travel to Bohol quite often as compared to Boracay, I wasn’t sure if I would be able visit it at all. So when I was invited to attend the recent Air Asia Santan Launch in Amorita Resort itself (Read: Air Asia Santan Offers Gourmet Meals in the Sky), I grabbed the opportunity and was left in awe of this majestic resort.

Amorita Resort is a tranquil seaside retreat perched atop a limestone cliff on the southern edge of Bohol’s Panglao Island. Tourists and locals usually flock to Panglao because of its unspoiled beauty featuring limestones, shimmering blue waters, pristine white sand, and lush tracts of greenery. While there are numerous resorts that have opened along the popular Alona Beach, the area still retains its natural allure, which is probably a throwback of Boracay as it was 10 to 15 years ago. The magazine photos did not lie, because Amorita Resort is even more impressive in person.

We were picked up from the Tagbilaran Airport after our early morning flight courtesy of Air Asia. The ride from Manila to Bohol took one hour and thirty minutes and the shuttle ride to Panglao another thirty minutes. Amorita Resort is managed by the boutique hotel group One-Of Collection, which is also in charge of Momo Beach Club in Panglao, and two other resorts in Dumaguete and Palawan.

Amorita Resort integrates key elements of the surrounding environment to create a distinct island ambience and organic modern aesthetic. Luxury intertwines with nature as guests enjoy all the amenities and services the resort has to offer. Amorita actually means “little darling” and this boutique resort has that sophisticated charm that makes it one of the best hideaways in Bohol. It was recently awarded by Conde Nast Johansens Excellence Awards 2017 as Best in Service, while also being a regular Traveller’s Choice Awardee for Trip Advisor.

The resort has two infinity pools with stunning cliff-side views of the Bohol sea, one in front of the lobby and another near Saffron restaurant. The Cliff Deck has lounge chairs to enjoy spectacular sunset views over Alona Beach, which is just a stone’s throw away from the resort.

We checked in to our Junior Suite which can be found on the garden floor. My roommate for the trip was Yedy of Yedylicious.com, one of my fellow KTG food bloggers who joined the activity. The Junior Suite has 40 square meters of comfortable space. The interiors are minimalist but with a combination of different textures.

The suite comes with either 1 king bed or 2 double beds. I love the wooden and cement fixtures blending together with the lush greenery and natural surroundings. The design looks Asian-inspired with a wooden divider seperating the beds and bathroom. You can definitely spend idle days here and come out with a refreshed and renewed spirit.

Aside from the flat-screen cable TV and Loudbasstard sound amplifier, the room also provides a hair dryer, in-room safe, and complimentary WiFi. Rainfall shower and eco-friendly bath amenities like organic soap and shampoo are also part of its charming setting.

We were welcomed with a delicious set of fresh fruit juices and canapes inside our room which is just part of their complimentary mini bar. They also have turndown service and chocolates that will make your night even sweeter. I love all these little extras that really make vacations more enjoyable.

The Junior Suites that are located on the ground floor have their own mini patio and garden entrance seperate from the main door. This makes it very accesible going to the restaurant and beach, plus it offers a tranquil view of the garden. The suites on the higher floors, on the other hand, have a day bed and veranda.

For those that want more space, the One Bedroom Suite could be a better option. This luxurious suite has a generous 80 square meters with 1 king bed and a spacious bathroom with bath tub. It also has 2 day beds at its elegant living room which double as extra beds for 2 additional guests, plus a dining area to enjoy room service meals. Aside from the complimentary minibar, you can also find a Nespresso machine for those quick coffee fixes. A private balcony overlooks the resort’s lush tropical landscape.

But the best places to stay at Amorita Resort are their luxurious villas. The Garden Villa comes with a huge 120 square meters which includes a king-sized bed and all the amenities and creature comforts you can find in the other suites.

You can spend time relaxing inside the gorgeous marble bathroom, but the highlight of the Garden Villa is its own plunge pool and patio in the garden area. Now this is what a luxury vacation should be. Guests can wake up in the morning and head straight to the pool even before breakfast.

They also offer the Ocean Villa which is similar to the Garden Villa but with its plunge pool and patio overlooking the breathtaking Bohol Sea.

Amorita Resort offers a couple of dining options that will make any foodie happy. Saffron Restaurant is their all-day dining cafe inspired by the seasons and specialties in Bohol. It offers a thoughtful reinterpretation of Boholano heritage cuisine, alongside a wide range of Continental and Filipino favorites.

Saffron’s al fresco dining areas faces one of the resort’s picturesque infinity pools. This is also where breakfast buffet is served for guests, which starts at 6:00am and ends at 10:00am.

They have a delicious selection of cheeses, hams, breads, and pastries together with breakfast staples such as bacon, eggs, and garlic rice.

A la carte options are also available for lunch and dinner featuring local and Asian dishes.

The dinner buffet at Saffron restaurant is highly recommended, especially after a tiring and adventurous afternoon. One of my favorite items was the Twice Cooked Pork Belly with its meaty and flavorful pork.

There are many other savory dishes at the dinner buffet including Pork and Shrimp Spring Rolls, Vegetable Tempura, Chicken Pandan, Beef Bulgogi, and Gambas.

The restaurant even offers my favorite dessert, Chocolate Mousse! My foodie friends know how fond I am of this sweet treat and I always finish a lot of them, even before I am done with my main courses. Saffron also has an excellent selection of wines, signature cocktails, and gourmet beverages to pair with their buffets.

Guests and families can spend the entire day at Amorita Resort and never run out of fun activities. Children can enjoy spending time at the playground or have a round of foozball in the play area. Sea Explorers, their in-house PADI dive center, offers open-water and advanced diving certification courses, as well as dive tours to licensed scuba-divers. Amorita Resort’s Sea Tree Spa offers an exclusive range of treatments from authentic Filipino massage therapies to rejuvenating Asian healing rituals. Complimentary Yoga sessions are also offered at 7:00am every Tuesday and Saturday, while guests can also use the gym with treadmill, stationary bikes, cross trainer and weights.

The cliffside resort’s best feature is probably its proximity to Alona Beach, which can be accessed with just a few steps down the pathway. This public beach is where most of the locals and tourists gather for water sports and activities like kayaking and stand-up paddle-boarding. These activities are complimentary for Amorita Resort guests on a first-come, first-served basis.

For those who want a little more privacy, they can go to Amorita Resort’s own Secret Beach which is hidden away from the public eye. This private beach cove lets guests enjoy the waters of Bohol in a more serene and calm environment. Guests can also snorkel at the resort’s own marine sanctuary just a few meters away from the beach, which is also a great place for underwater photography. Otherwise, a side trip to Momo Beach House, Amorita’s chill sister beach resort, is also an option.

If you are looking for a little more excitement and energy, head over to Tomar Tapas x Bar located just above Saffron Restaurant. It offers classic tapas, paellas and pintxos that has been a staple of Spanish cuisine and gives it both a local and modern touch.

During one of our nights at Amorita Resort, we drank and dined at Tomar Tapas x Bar and enjoyed their selection of tapas. Some of the favorites were the Chorizo a la Vino (P250) which is cooked in wine, and the Patatas Bravas (P150), a bestseller with its deep fried potato and spicy tomato aioli.

The Paella Negra (P650) was a crowd pleaser with its shrimp, calamari, scallop and aioli topped on a mean-looking paella plate. We also tried the Paella Valenciana (P680) which is a more familiar type of paella with chicken, pork, tenderloin, chorizo, bilbao, sofrito and saffron.

Other delectable items included the Gambas (P220) with its garlic sauteed prawns with paprika and olive oil. The Chopitos (P150) were also a big hit with its batter fried baby squid, and the churros was also a great item to have on the dinner table with its chocolate sauce.

But the best way to spend the evening at Tomar is with rounds and rounds of cocktails and their carefully curated wine and whiskey selections from around the globe. We had a fabulous time drinking Sangria amidst the lovely ambiance of the resort.

I would like to thank Philipines Air Asia and Amorita Resort for organizing and providing this memorable experience in Bohol. It seemed like two nights were not enough, and I am already planning a return trip sometime soon so I can enjoy staying at their luxurious Garden Villa. So if you are thinking of going to Bohol, Amorita Resort should definitely be on the top of your travel list.

Amorita Resort

1 Ester A. Lim Drive, Barangay Tawala, Alona Beach, Panglao, Bohol

553-9549 / 856-1443 / 0917-8619441

www.amoritaresort.com

www.facebook.com/AmoritaResort

#AmoritaResort #AirAsiaXAmorita #LoveAmorita #AirAsia #AirAsiaSantanPH #Beach #Panglao #Bohol #Philippines #Travel #Vacation

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