Luljetta’s Hanging Gardens Spa in Antipolo, Rizal
Rizal’s answer to the Hanging Gardens of Babylon, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, Luljetta’s Hanging Gardens Spa is a must-visit in the hills of Antipolo.
City-weary folks can soak their worries away in their massage pool, jacuzzis, and infinity pools with an endless view, just an hour’s drive from the metro. Holidayers can also spend the night here if they can’t get enough of the relaxing facilities for a one-stop weekend vacay.
Come for the pools, stay for the deep tissue massage
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The views of Laguna Lake and the Metro Manila skyline are reason enough to make the trip up to Luljetta’s Hanging Gardens Spa. From P895 (~USD17.77), you can book a day pass that includes access to the heated jacuzzi, a hydro-massage pool, and infinity pools from which you can snag these views.
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While you can certainly squeeze a full-body massage into your day visit, we recommend staying the night to allow yourself more time to get those knots out and to sample the body scrubs.
Take the Hidden Garden Swing for a mountain view on adrenaline
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Soaking your worries away isn’t the only thing you can do at this spa. Here, you can also strap yourself onto the Hidden Garden Swing to get an up-close view of the hills of Antipolo.
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Snap shots not just in the pools, but also the decorated gardens and lounge areas…
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…and top off your visit with a meal featuring a suman (rice cake) treat and other local dishes.
Don’t forget your pasalubong – woven Ilocos Norte-style fabric souvenirs and more
Binakol foldable bags andabel bath towels made with Ilocos Norte fabric
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Don’t leave the spa without these pasalubong (souvenir) or Christmas gift ideas: bags and towels made from woven fabric from Ilocos Norte, body scent sprays, kasoy (cashew) packs in 3 flavors, or Taal Volcano ash glazed-pottery by local potter Lanelle Abueva-Fernando.
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Day tours and overnight room bookings available
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Enquire in advance about Luljetta’s Hanging Gardens Spa’s day spa passes and room bookings while planning your future trips to Antipolo. The spa is currently offering a starting rate of P1,750 (~USD33.46) for spa bookings, including pool and jacuzzi access, a bathrobe and towel, suman snacks and a set rice meal. Details are on the spa’s Facebook page.
Day visit slots are from 9AM-2PM, afternoon visits from noon to 5PM, and evening visits from 2PM-7PM on weekends only. Bookings for this deal are open till the end of August, and you can choose any day to visit with no expiration limits.
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For those staying the night, your rooms will be at Luljetta’s Place Garden Suites, a short walk from the spa. Couples and families can enjoy hot showers, cable TV, coffee, and an on-site cafe in the suites. Country-style and blue-and-white Mediterranean-themed rooms where overnight reservations start at P4,000 (~USD76.49) for two are ready to welcome your crew.
The facilities at the accommodation suites
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If this is enough to get you ready to pack for your trip, do note: bring along extra cash for the journey or to spring for any top-up massages, swimwear, and a change of clothes, avoiding denim and colored shirts so as to keep the water pristine.
Luljetta’s Hanging Gardens Spa is a summer escape in Antipolo
We’re raring to pack our bags for the spa any time, but before you book your visit, do drop them a message to get updates on local travel restrictions and also follow the Antipolo City Government and PIA Rizal Facebook pages for the latest visitor guidelines.
For a smooth trip, do prepare your vaccine certificate in advance, and rest assured that Luljetta’s requires guests to stick to health and safety protocols such as masking, safe distancing, and frequent hand-washing for everyone’s peace of mind in this quiet escape.
Address: Loreland Farm Resort, Sitio Loreland, Barangay San Roque, Antipolo, 1870 Rizal
Opening hours: Sun–Fri 10AM-9PM | Sat 10AM-11PM
Telephone: 2 8570 2532
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