Take a break from the hustle and bustle of the big city at Anya Resort Tagaytay. With its bespoke personalised services, the famed property redefines what true luxury is

While it’s convenient to book a stay at five-star hotels around the city, there’s a rise among travellers who prefer to have an intimate vacation—a quiet solace, away from the cosmopolitan’s excess and fast-paced energy. Once you’ve recuperated from a heavy workload, you’ll be able to carry tasks more efficiently and perform better when you get back to work. So, for a relaxing stay, take a breather at Anya Resort Tagaytay.

The property, developed by Roxaco Land Corporation, stands tall in the quiet street of Tagaytay, surrounded by trees and dense foliage. The road to this hidden gem cuts through the forest and eventually reveals a magical retreat. The hotel is few minutes away from the main road.

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Above General Manager Mikel Arriet
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Above Executive chef Jonathan Bouthiaux sourcing fresh ingredients

Anya Resort Tagaytay is very keen on delivering bespoke services with a personal touch. The moment one arrives, Anya Experience Assistants flock to accommodate, and offer to carry guests’ bags. Anticipating one’s needs with immediate foresight, they offer a refreshing glass of pineapple and calamansi juice and cool moist towels to soothe guests’ travel-weary skin.

“We’re proud of our service but we need to go further as we aim to provide bespoke service to our guests,” Mikel Arriet, Anya Resort Tagaytay general manager says. “It’s our signature and part of the luxury we offer.”

The management ensures that each one has a personalised experience. Guests who book a stay are emailed an Anya experience menu, which allows them to indicate their personal preferences (choice of scent, pillows, or dietary restriction). For valued patrons who want to reflect and read books, the Borderless Library can be customised.

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Above Food and beverage manager Alejandro Lorences and Sous chef Nomer Granados attend to guests
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Above Drink a glass of fruit tequila on a hot day

Designated Anya Experience Assistants can arrange tours and activities. Celebrations are held at Anya’s various outlets and nontraditional venues such as the Secret Garden, Tala Lounge, which features an open air garden setting.

The competitive edge of Anya Resort is it is the only luxury hotel in Tagaytay. The concept of luxury is based on its location, security, spacious suites, and personalised service. “It’s peaceful and secluded and it’s free from pollution. This is where you can breathe clean air. Our smallest suite is at 46 square metres and the biggest is all the way up to 120 square metres. You truly have privacy and space.”

At Anya, everyone is expected to provide quality service. That’s why the hotel is garnering good reviews. They are immersed in the Induction program, a two to three day seminar that trains the staff in the hotel’s function room.

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Above The relaxing scent of the flowers lull you to sleep

Championing Filipino design, the hotel has proudly showcased the rich heritage and culture of the country. It has commissioned interior design firm Manny Samson and Associates to integrate native details in every nook and cranny of the resort. As a member of the Small Luxury Hotels of The World, Anya Resort Tagaytay’s impeccable services—attending the needs of guests, hosting and planning of events, and offering exclusive offers—make it a prime destination. The membership merits the resort as a must-stay location in Tagaytay.

In 2017, when the resort launched, Anya’s focus was its suites. This year, it’s highlighting food and beverage. “We’re focusing on our culinary experience lead by our executive chef,” Arriet says. Mikel Arriet, who was appointed August of last year, is proud of the relationship he has cultivated with the staff, homeowners, and community when he was with Club Punta Fuego—his greatest accomplishment. Now he’s with Anya Resort, he’s proud with the human environment he has fostered, a management style that is rooted in kindness and respect. “You can achieve perfectionism without being too aggressive. What I’m looking for is empathy to build better relations.”

Anya Resort Tagaytay is located along Buenavista Hills road, Barangay Mag-asawang Ilat, Tagaytay City. For further information, visit www.anyaresorts.com