Destination: Philippines
Barangay Ligaya, Mabini, Batangas, Philippines | Full board from $230++/ppn
solitude acacia Resort Quick Pitch
Having opened its doors in 2020 after a complete two-year renovation, the Solitude Acacia Resort is the perfect getaway located along the tranquil coast of the Philippines. Here, guests can enjoy a variety of activities such as scuba diving and island hopping, or simply relax and get away from the hustle of city life.
Quick Information
- No of Rooms: 25
- Dive Center: On-site
- Amenities: AC, swimming pool, restaurant, bar, babysitting, dive center with camera workstations
- WiFi: Yes, free
- Nearest Airport: Manila International Airport
- Airport shuttle: Yes, surcharge
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Accommodations - Resort Facilities - Package & Rates
How to Get There
International guests can fly into the Manila International Airport (MNL.) From there, it is approximately 120 - 180 minutes by car to the Solitude Acacia Resort. The Solitude Acacia Resort can arrange a car or van transfer to and from the airport for guests for an additional cost.
Dive Overview
The Anilao diving scene is dominated by its world-class muck dives, a wide array of rare critters, and unique blackwater diving experience. Prepare your critter list, pack your underwater photo gear, and head to Anilao. You'll be surprised how many you manage to cross off within a week of scuba diving Anilao.
Saying that Anilao is a critter haven and paradise for macro underwater photographers is almost of an understatement. There is more to this Philippines diving destination that you could ask for. With healthy reefs nearby, wide-angle opportunities are also present.
Watch this awesome video to give you a great feel for what it would be like to dive in Anilao!
Accommodations
Types of Rooms, Amenities and Photos
solitude Resort Accommodation Overview
The Solitude Acacia Resort's 25 spacious rooms are all fully airconditioned, come with free Wi-Fi, in-room coffee/tea making facilities, a refrigerator/mini bar, and an LCD TV. The accommodates are all designed with a modern aesthetic and come complete with an ensuite bathroom.
- The Sea View Suite is located on the highest floor and gives an amazing view of the sea and horizon. There are a total of 4 Sea View Suites, all of which are 42 square meters and feature either a twin bed or a king bed. The suite can comfortably accommodate two adults and two children (below 12 years old.)
- Similar to the Sea View Suite, the Garden View Suite is configured with either a twin bed or a king bed. While the room does not have the same view as a sea room, the Garden View Suite more than makes up for it with its size. It is one of the largest rooms in the hotel, being 56 square meters. The suite can comfortably accommodate two adults and two children (below 12 years old.)
- Located on the ground and first levels, the Sea View Deluxe offers guests an amazing view of the resort's swimming pool and the ocean. There are a total of 9 units that are configured with either a twin bed or a king bed. The suite can comfortably accommodate two adults and one child (below 12 years old.)
- Located near the reception area, the Deluxe Rooms are also just a short walk away from the resort's other amenities such as the restaurant and pool. The rooms range from 27 to 37 square meters and also come with either a twin bed or king bed.
Resort Facilities
Solitude acacia Resort Features
- Pool
- Restaurant
- Bar
- Conference room
- Laundry service
- Dive center
- Camera workstations & lounge
solitude acacia Resort Food & Drinks
Open from 7 AM until 12 midnight, Oliver's Restaurant serves guests a variety of local and international cuisine. The botanical-themed restaurant is located on the second level. Surrounded by 180° of glass, guests can enjoy the breezy atmosphere as they look over the sea and pool.
The Dive Bar is open from 4 PM to 9 PM and serves guests a variety of different beverages, both alcoholic and non-alcoholic, perfect to relax and unwind with. The Dive Bar is also located above the dive center, making it a great spot for catching up with other divers while enjoying the beautiful sunset.
solitude acacia resort activities
- Scuba diving
- Scuba diving courses
- Beach hopping
- Land-based tours
Package & Rates
Solitude Acacia Resort Rates
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air dive packages
All rates are per person and in USD.
[See also: Inclusions & Exclusions]
Dive Package | No. of Dives | Twin/Double | Single | Twin/Double | Single | Twin/Double | Single |
4 Days 3 Nights | 6 | USD 855 | USD 1,115 | USD 750 | USD 960 | USD 700 | USD 870 |
5 Days 4 Nights | 9 | USD 1,185 | USD 1,525 | USD 1,045 | USD 1,320 | USD 980 | USD 1,200 |
6 Days 5 Nights | 12 | USD 1,505 | USD 1,930 | USD 1,335 | USD 1,675 | USD 1,255 | USD 1,525 |
7 Days 6 Nights | 15 | USD 1,825 | USD 2,325 | USD 1,625 | USD 2,025 | USD 1,525 | USD 1,850 |
8 Days 7 Nights | 18 | USD 2,120 | USD 2,695 | USD 1,890 | USD 2,350 | USD 1,775 | USD 2,150 |
9 Days 8 Nights | 21 | USD 2,415 | USD 3,060 | USD 2,160 | USD 2,675 | USD 2,030 | USD 2,450 |
10 Days 9 Nights | 24 | USD 2,705 | USD 3,415 | USD 2,420 | USD 2,990 | USD 2,275 | USD 2,740 |
11 Days 10 Nights | 27 | USD 2,975 | USD 3,750 | USD 2,660 | USD 3,285 | USD 2,505 | USD 3,010 |
12 Days 11 Nights | 30 | USD 3,230 | USD 4,065 | USD 2,895 | USD 3,565 | USD 2,730 | USD 3,270 |
13 Days 12 Nights | 33 | USD 3,465 | USD 4,350 | USD 3,110 | USD 3,820 | USD 2,930 | USD 3,510 |
14 Days 13 Nights | 36 | USD 3,685 | USD 4,620 | USD 3,310 | USD 4,060 | USD 3,125 | USD 3,735 |
15 Days 14 Nights | 39 | USD 3,895 | USD 4,875 | USD 3,505 | USD 4,290 | USD 3,505 | USD 3,945 |
+Night after 14 Nights | +3 | USD 275 | USD 345 | USD 250 | USD 300 | USD 235 | USD 280 |
EAn dive packages
All rates are per person and in USD.
Dive Package | No. of Dives | Twin/Double | Single | Twin/Double | Single | Twin/Double | Single |
4 Days 3 Nights | 6 | USD 890 | USD 1,150 | USD 785 | USD 995 | USD 735 | USD 900 |
5 Days 4 Nights | 9 | USD 1,235 | USD 1,575 | USD 1,100 | USD 1,370 | USD 1,030 | USD 1,250 |
6 Days 5 Nights | 12 | USD 1,575 | USD 1,995 | USD 1,405 | USD 1,745 | USD 1,320 | USD 1,595 |
7 Days 6 Nights | 15 | USD 1,910 | USD 2,410 | USD 1,710 | USD 2,110 | USD 1,610 | USD 1,935 |
8 Days 7 Nights | 18 | USD 2,225 | USD 2,800 | USD 1,995 | USD 2,455 | USD 1,880 | USD 2,250 |
9 Days 8 Nights | 21 | USD 2,535 | USD 3,180 | USD 2,275 | USD 2,795 | USD 2,150 | USD 2,565 |
10 Days 9 Nights | 24 | USD 2,840 | USD 3,550 | USD 2,555 | USD 3,125 | USD 2,410 | USD 2,875 |
11 Days 10 Nights | 27 | USD 3,125 | USD 3,900 | USD 2,815 | USD 3,435 | USD 2,655 | USD 3,165 |
12 Days 11 Nights | 30 | USD 3,400 | USD 4,230 | USD 3,065 | USD 3,730 | USD 2,895 | USD 3,440 |
13 Days 12 Nights | 33 | USD 3,645 | USD 4,535 | USD 3,290 | USD 4,000 | USD 3,115 | USD 3,690 |
14 Days 13 Nights | 36 | USD 3,885 | USD 4,820 | USD 3,510 | USD 4,255 | USD 3,320 | USD 3,930 |
15 Days 14 Nights | 39 | USD 4,105 | USD 5,085 | USD 3,715 | USD 4,500 | USD 3,515 | USD 4,155 |
+Night after 14 Nights | +3 | USD 275 | USD 345 | USD 250 | USD 315 | USD 250 | USD 295 |
inclusions
- Accommodation of package category
- Indicated No. of Air or EAN Dives (for Certified Divers)
- Full Board Standard Meal Plan (Table D’hôte or Buffet, Dinner only on Check-In Day and Breakfast only on Check-Out Day)
- WI-FI Internet Access
- Afternoon Tea & Snacks
- Prevailing Government Tax
exclusions
- Anilao Daily Diving Park Fee (if applicable)
- All Equipment Necessary for Skin and SCUBA Diving (except Scuba Tanks, Weights and Weight Belt)
- Additional Diving Excursions such as Night, Dusk, Dawn & Certain Special Trips (e.g. Full Day Trip to Verde Island), Any Island
- Beach Hopping or other Land-Based Tours
- Alcohol, Soft Drinks, and Other Food & Beverages other than what is offered in the Full Board Meal Plan.
solitude Acacia Resort Room Rates
Prices are per person in USD.
Accommodation | Double | Single |
Garden View Deluxe Room | $200 | $165 |
Sea view Deluxe Room | $240 | $200 |
Garden View Suite | $320 | $260 |
Sea view Suite | $320 | $260 |
ACACIA RESORT ROOM & Full board packages
Prices are per person in USD.
Dive Package | Twin/Double | Single | Twin/Double | Single | Twin/Double | Single |
4 Days 3 Nights | USD 660 | USD 925 | USD 555 | USD 765 | USD 500 | USD 670 |
5 Days 4 Nights | USD 885 | USD 1,235 | USD 750 | USD 1,025 | USD 680 | USD 905 |
6 Days 5 Nights | USD 1,110 | USD 1,540 | USD 940 | USD 1,285 | USD 850 | USD 1,130 |
7 Days 6 Nights | USD 1,330 | USD 1,840 | USD 1,125 | USD 1,535 | USD 1,020 | USD 1,355 |
8 Days 7 Nights | USD 1,530 | USD 2,120 | USD 1,295 | USD 1,765 | USD 1,180 | USD 1,560 |
9 Days 8 Nights | USD 1,725 | USD 2,385 | USD 1,465 | USD 1,990 | USD 1,330 | USD 1,760 |
10 Days 9 Nights | USD 1,915 | USD 2,645 | USD 1,625 | USD 2,205 | USD 1,480 | USD 1,950 |
11 Days 10 Nights | USD 2,095 | USD 2,890 | USD 1,775 | USD 2,410 | USD 1,620 | USD 2,135 |
12 Days 11 Nights | USD 2,250 | USD 3,105 | USD 1,910 | USD 2,595 | USD 1,740 | USD 2,295 |
13 Days 12 Nights | USD 2,400 | USD 3,305 | USD 2,035 | USD 2,760 | USD 1,855 | USD 2,445 |
14 Days 13 Nights | USD 2,535 | USD 3,490 | USD 2,155 | USD 2,920 | USD 1,960 | USD 2,585 |
15 Days 14 Nights | USD 2,660 | USD 3,665 | USD 2,260 | USD 3,060 | USD 2,060 | USD 2,710 |
+Night after 14 Nights | USD 190 | USD 345 | USD 250 | USD 215 | USD 145 | USD 190 |
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Dive Information
Diving in Anilao
Anilao is famous for its huge biodiversity (probably one of the highest in the world). So far, more than 800 different kinds of nudibranches have been identified in the area. 50 excellent dive sites for macro & muck but also great wide-angle, even a wreck and a cave (like the whole Visayas in one place) and also wild and colorful coral reefs. This is a special destination for nudibranch lovers.
Marine Life includes pigmy sea-horses, nudibranchs, anthias, gobies, frogfishes, rare shrimps and crabs, 5 types of octopuses including blue ring, flamboyant cuttlefish, jacks, turtles, triggerfishes, cardinals, fusiliers, damsels, giant clams, clown fishes, groupers, mandarin fishes, moray eels including blue ribbon, barracudas, idols, parrotfish, batfish, snakes, scorpionfish, stonefish, lionfish, rhinopias, ghost pipefish, leaf, squids, cuttlefish, pufferfish, soft & hard corals, gorgonias, crinoids, sweetlips…etc.
Dive Center Information
solitude acacia resort Dive Center Overview
The Solitude Acacia Resort's dive center is fully equipped to cater to all levels of divers, from beginners on their first dive to the experienced on their 100th. Open from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM daily, the Dive Center is also a great place to hone one's diving skills with its 12-person capacity classroom and a swimming pool perfect for training. Both the staff and the equipment here are state of the art, offering only the best for the Solitude Acacia's guests.
The Solitude Acacia Resort also comes with a state-of-the-art camera room with 28 individual camera stations and an adjoining camera lounge with comfortable furniture, a work counter, and large. It a photographers and videographer paradise.
Other Information
Practical Information
- Electricity: 220 V, 60 Hz
- Time zone: UTC+8
- Languages: Filipino & English
- Accept Credit Cards?: Yes (Visa & Mastercard)
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