Living The Charmed Life At Amorita Resort (Part 1/2)

LIVING THE CHARMED LIFE AT AMORITA RESORT (Part 1/2)


IN THE Philippines’s famous province of Bohol, there’s a new resort that can stake a legitimate claim to be among the most beautiful and sophisticated, a world away from the generic beach-resort genre found throughout the country.

Amorita Resort, in Bohol’s Panglao Island, boasts not just world-class amenities and an eye-catching design, but also a spectacular location that’s unequaled by any other property in its area. It sprawls over 1.8 hectares of lushly landscaped gardens high up on a windswept cliff overlooking Panglao’s famous Alona Beach, the Bohol Sea and the islands beyond.

It’s a view at once stunning and soothing, dramatic yet tranquil – a great vantage point for promenading and picture-taking or, simply, a private spot for reflection and contemplation. Either way, this view, unique to Amorita, is a balm for the tired urban soul.

For the typical beach bum, however, Amorita is also ideally situated. The fine, white sands and palm trees of Alona Beach are mere steps away via a short, paved footpath down the cliffside.

As such, here, guests can enjoy the best of both worlds: the privilege of an elevated perch given to sweeping views and the lively bonhomie of the beach scene.

The Amorita experience starts from the moment the guest enters its gates. The distinctive design alone speaks volumes. The resort’s owners and design group have created a delightful spread of gardens, pools and beautiful structures, all in harmony with nature and the resort’s matchless cliff-top location.

The cobblestone driveway ushers guests to the reception area, a cozy nook where they are warmly welcomed with sincere smiles, a refreshing drink and a cold towel.

The reception building also houses a boutique stocked with resort essentials as well as a small but functional business center.

As guests are escorted to their accommodations past manicured gardens and luxuriant greenery, a sense of exclusivity and well-being pervades. This is a resort where you can be yourself – or find yourself – for, here, privacy is paramount.

This is evident once guests step inside any of the resort’s 20 Deluxe Rooms, two Sky Suites and 14 single-detached Villas, facilities of world-class stature.

First is the premium on space: each deluxe room, situated in a two-story structure set amidst manicured gardens, is 35 square meters, large enough to accommodate two queen-size beds with room to spare for an extra single bed.

Amenities include hot and cold shower, hair dryer, mini bar, in-room safe, coffee/tea service, cable TV, and air-conditioning.

The elegant, modern interiors are enhanced by fine furniture produced by local craftsmen whose products are much in-demand in the international market.

Each room has a veranda that opens up to either the gardens (for ground-level units) or a balcony (for second-level units) that looks out to the greenery and the rest of the property.

It is in the Villas, however, where Amorita’s designers really get to showcase their creativity. The eight Garden Villas and six Ocean View Villas are each 150 square meters large (including the pocket garden in each unit) and contain enough special amenities to delight the most fastidious guest.

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