ACUATICO BEACH RESORT & HOTEL, Laiya

Acuatico Beach Resort offers 39 rooms across two wings. The Main Wing includes Alta Vista (third-floor quiet rooms), Casa de Playa (beachfront villa), Estancia (three-bedroom villa), Casita (two-bedroom bungalow), Terraza (loft-style with private deck), and Vista de Laiya (beach and pool views). La Prima Wing features private pool access, with options like La Prima King (king bed, Smart TV), La Prima Twin (two single beds), La Prima Double & Single (pool views), and La Prima Suite (private jacuzzi, terrace). All rooms include Wi-Fi, premium toiletries, and minibars.

The resort has three dining venues. Acua Bar serves burgers, handmade pizza, and tapas by the infinity pool. Intimo Bar (exclusive to La Prima guests) offers cocktails and light bites. Intimo Breakfast Lounge provides Filipino and international breakfast buffets. Meals can also be served in-room or at open-air spots like Oceano.

Facilities include a 24-hour fitness center (treadmills, Peloton bikes), Simona Spa (massages, facials), and two infinity pools (one overlooking Tayabas Bay). La Prima guests get a private pool. Beach activities include snorkeling trips (20-minute boat ride) and watersports. Wedding and event spaces accommodate up to 100 guests.

The resort is on Laiya Beach in San Juan, Batangas, 100 km from Gasan. Nearby landmarks include Laiya Adventure Park (3.5 km), Mount Daguldol (5 km), and Playa Laiya Beach Club (2 km). The drive from Manila takes 3 hours.

Services include a wedding butler, event planning for corporate retreats (30-100 guests), and team-building activities. La Prima guests receive welcome drinks, free breakfast/dinner, and happy-hour drinks. Day passes (P2,700 per person) include a food voucher and pool access.