Travel & Stay

To help you make the most of your visit, we’ve gathered a few thoughtful recommendations—from comfortable places to stay to local spots worth exploring and dining at. We’re truly grateful you’re here to celebrate with us.

Taal Vista Hotel

We highly suggest staying at Taal Vista Hotel for its easy drive to Arocarría, sweeping views of Taal Lake, and the comfort of a full-service hotel.

Anya Resort Tagaytay

Buenavista Hills Road, Brgy. Mag-asawang Ilat, Tagaytay City
anyaresorts.com
reservations@anyaresorts.com
+63 917 704 6159 | +63 2 8657 1640

Escala Tagaytay

Purok 102, Poblete Street, Brgy. Maharlika West, Tagaytay City
escalatagaytay.com
reservations@escalatagaytay.com
+63 917 675 3806 | +63 2 8519 4444

Sonya's Garden Bed & Breakfast

Brgy. Buck Estate, Alfonso, Cavite
sonyasgarden.com
info@sonyasgarden.com
+63 977 850 8273 | +63 917 529 1080

Hotel Kimberly Tagaytay

Crisanto M. Delos Reyes Ave. (formerly Amadeo Road), Brgy. Kaybagal North, Tagaytay City
hotelkimberly.com
reservations@hotelkimberly.com
+63 2 8521 1888 | +63 917 713 5104

Other Places you can stay

A few nearby places we recommend for a comfortable and convenient stay outside Tagaytay.

Discovery Primea

6749 Ayala Avenue
discoveryprimea.com
+63 2 7955 8888

Makati Shangri-La

Ayala Avenue corner Makati Avenue
https://www.shangri-la.com/manila/makatishangrila/
+63 2 8813 8888

New World Makati Hotel

Esperanza Street corner Makati Avenue
https://manila.newworldhotels.com/
+63 2 8811 6888

Ascott Makati

Glorietta 4, Ayala Center
https://www.discoverasr.com/en/ascott-the-residence/philippines/ascott-makati
+63 2 7729 8888

Seda Residences Makati

Ayala Avenue corner Amorsolo Street
+63 2 7756 9288

Shangri-La The Fort

30th Street, corner 5th Ave, Taguig, 1634 Metro Manila
shangri-la.com
From airport: 25–40 min

Seda BGC

30th Street corner 11th Avenue, Lane P, Taguig, 1634 Metro Manila
Visit hotel
From airport: 25–40 min

Asscott BGC

5th Avenue, corner 28th St, Taguig, 1634 Metro Manila
Visit Ascott
From airport: 25–40 min

Grand Hyatt Manila

8th Avenue, corner 35th St, Taguig, 1634 Metro Manila
hyatt.com
From airport: 30–45 min

Places to visit in Tagaytay

Antonio's

MICHELIN Selected · European Fine Dining

Tagaytay’s most iconic restaurant, set in a restored Spanish Colonial home surrounded by gardens. The menu leans French and Italian, with dishes like beef Wellington and dry-aged ribeye. Every main comes with a starter, dessert and coffee. Don’t skip the crêpe Suzette, which is finished at your table.

Purok 138, Brgy. Neogan, Tagaytay City
+63 917 899 2866
Reservations required.

Asador Alfonso

MICHELIN One Star · Spanish Contemporary

A traditional Spanish roasting house set on a nine-hectare property in Alfonso. The building itself is striking, with angular lines inspired by Taal Volcano. Expect wood-oven roasts and ingredients brought in from Spain. It’s worth planning a whole afternoon around.

Lot 3308, Barangay Road, Alfonso, Cavite
+63 917 150 7621 · reservations@asadoralfonso.com
Thu–Sun: Lunch 11:30 AM–1:30 PM · Dinner 5:30 PM–8:00 PM
Reservations essential; seating is limited.

Samira by Chele Gonzalez

Fine Dining · Tasting Menu

A refined tasting-menu experience by the chef behind Gallery by Chele, set inside Anya Resort. It’s quiet, romantic, and perfect for a post-wedding dinner.

Anya Resort, Buenavista Hills Road, Tagaytay City
Reservations required.

Balay Dako

Filipino · Family-Style

Generous Filipino comfort food from the Antonio’s Group, served in a big, airy house with garden views. Come for the bulalo and kare-kare, and finish with puto bumbong.

Tagaytay–Nasugbu Highway (near the Rotonda)
Weekdays: 10:00 AM–9:00 PM · Weekends: 7:00 AM–9:00 PM
Tip: Weekday lunch means shorter waits.

Leslie's

Filipino · Taal View

A beloved Tagaytay institution right on the ridge, with an unobstructed view of Taal. Order the bulalo and the crispy tawilis, a small fish found only in Taal Lake.

Aguinaldo Highway, Silang Crossing West, Tagaytay City
Opens daily from 6:00 AM
Tip: Go at sunset.

Sonya's Garden

Garden-to-Table · Set Menu

A dreamy garden escape in Alfonso. The set meal includes fresh salads from their own greenhouses, homemade breads with spreads, pasta, and bottomless dalandan juice.

Brgy. Buck Estate, Alfonso, Cavite
Daily: 7:00 AM–7:00 PM
Reservations recommended on weekends.

Breakfast at Antonio's

All-Day Breakfast · Bistro

Antonio’s more relaxed sibling, known for fresh bread, homemade jams and its famous hot chocolate.

E. Aguinaldo Highway, Brgy. Bagong Tubig
Daily: 7:00 AM–9:00 PM
Walk-in only; arrive before 9 AM on weekends.

Bag of Beans

Café · Garden Dining

A Tagaytay staple with a cozy garden feel, freshly baked breads and pastries, and hearty all-day meals. It stays open late, which makes it a good option after evening events.

115 Aguinaldo Highway, Mendez Crossing West
Daily: 7:00 AM–10:00 PM

Tsokolateria

Cacao Café · Filipino Breakfast

Everything here celebrates Filipino cacao. Try the thick tsokolate eh made the traditional way with tablea, or the champorado.

45 E. Aguinaldo Highway, Silang Junction South

Starbucks Hiraya

Coffee · Crater Lake Views

Not your usual Starbucks. It has multiple terraces overlooking the lake at Twin Lakes, making it a scenic coffee stop if you’re driving toward Batangas.

Twin Lakes, Laurel, Batangas

Lula Café

Café · Garden Views

A leafy, breezy hideaway known for its calamansi meringue pie.

Monte Vista Subdivision, Tagaytay City

Starbucks Hiraya
Coffee · Crater Lake Views

Not your usual Starbucks. It has multiple terraces overlooking the lake at Twin Lakes, making it a scenic coffee stop if you’re driving toward Batangas.

Twin Lakes, Laurel, Batangas

People's Park in the Sky

Viewpoint · History

Perched on Mt. Gonzales, this park sits on the grounds of an unfinished presidential mansion. It offers one of the highest panoramic views of Taal Lake and the surrounding provinces. Go early for the clearest skies.

Picnic Grove

Park · Family-Friendly

A relaxed spot with picnic huts, a view deck overlooking Taal, and optional activities like ziplining and horseback riding.

Tagaytay–Calamba Road, Brgy. Sungay East

Sky Ranch

Amusement Park · Views

Home to the Sky Eye Ferris wheel with Taal views. It’s fun for guests traveling with kids, or anyone feeling nostalgic.

Puzzle Mansion

Museum · Quirky Find

A Guinness World Record holder for the largest jigsaw puzzle collection, with a small café and gift shop.

Cuadra Street, Brgy. Asisan
Mon & Fri–Sun: 8:00 AM–5:00 PM (closed Tue–Thu)

Alta Ridge Bar at Taal Vista Hotel

Outdoor Bar · Sunset Views

Cocktails and bar bites overlooking Taal, with live acoustic music on weekends. Walk-ins are welcome, even if you’re not staying at the hotel.

Km 60, Aguinaldo Highway

Tagaytay’s spots are spread along the ridge and into Alfonso and Silang, so a private car or hired van is the most convenient option. Grab is available but can be harder to book up here, especially at night and on weekends. Traffic along Aguinaldo Highway builds up on weekends, so please give yourself extra time before the ceremony. Travel time from Metro Manila is about 1.5 to 2.5 hours depending on traffic.

Local Guide - After the Celebration

Make the Most of Your Trip

For those traveling from near and far, we hope you take this opportunity to enjoy a little more of the Philippines. If you’re planning to extend your stay, here are two destinations we personally recommend.

Boracay

Boracay is perfect for those who want something easy, lively, and effortlessly beautiful. It’s well-developed, accessible, and ideal for a relaxed beach getaway.

Walk along White Beach at sunrise or sunset
Try a paraw sailing experience during golden hour
Enjoy beachfront dining with fresh seafood
Go island hopping or try water activities like paddleboarding
Unwind with a massage by the shore

Palawan

For something more scenic and tranquil, Palawan offers dramatic landscapes and a slower, more immersive experience.

Explore lagoons and limestone cliffs in El Nido
Snorkel or dive through shipwrecks in Coron
Visit the iconic Kayangan Lake
Arrange a private island hopping tour
Enjoy quiet sunsets surrounded by nature

Siargao

Siargao is perfect for those who want a laid-back island escape with a bit of adventure. Known as the surfing capital of the Philippines, it has a barefoot, bohemian charm, with lush palm forests, turquoise lagoons, and a vibrant yet relaxed island culture.

Watch the surfers (or take a beginner lesson) at Cloud 9 boardwalk
Go island hopping to Naked Island, Daku Island, and Guyam Island
Swim in the crystal-clear waters of Sugba Lagoon or paddleboard through its mangroves
Take a scenic motorbike ride along the famous coconut tree road in Pacifico

Outside Tagaytay

If you’d like to extend your stay, here are a few easy escapes close to Tagaytay.

Nasugbu & Batangas Beaches
Just down the mountain, about 1–1.5 hours away, for a beach day by the sea.
Twin Lakes & Laurel
Vineyards, lake views and a slower pace, just past Tagaytay's southern edge.
Alfonso Countryside
Farms, gardens and some of the region's best dining.
Book a quiet staycation with a lake view