Overview
Cerulean sky and turquoise sea merge at The Resort, a
whisper-quiet private island retreat in the Philippines. Part of the
Cuyo Archipelago, northeast of Palawan Island, guests arrive by private
plane to the island's own airstrip.
A private island retreat and a serene haven.
Step
from the deck of this 9,633ft2 resort Villa onto a path leading to the
beach, a 6,5 kms strech of pure white sand hugging the entire island. Or
explore the unspoilt tropical wilderness of the island'sinterior,
zipping along sandy tracks in the villa's electric buggies. Birds flit
though the trees while the reefs offshore abound with sea life, this
natural kingdom is a paradise for Villa owners and guests alone.
On
remote, reef-fringed Pamalican Island, the Resort offers Crusoe luxe,
with snow-white beaches, crystal-clear seas, pristine diving and endless
watersports. After a tough day on the beach, recoup in the spa, then
retire to your airy casita deck. The 'peaceful island' delivers on the
elusive fantasy of getting away from it all.
Accommodation
A private holiday home just metres from the sea, the single One-Bedroom villa lumina features a bedroom, living and dining pavilion, a private swimming pool and the service of a cook and maid.
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
Bedroom 1
En-suite bedroom with king-size bed, Large bathroom with Cebu marble accents, twin vanities, bathtub and rain showers.
Posibility 2 extra beds for childrens.
Living & Dining Areas
Living and dining pavilion, kitchen and outdoor his-and-hers divans.
Comfort & Amenities
| Children | |||
|---|---|---|---|
 Baby crib |
Baby equipment |
Children's Activities |
High chair |
| Confort | |||
|---|---|---|---|
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Beach towels |
Bed linen |
Ceiling fan |
Pool towels |
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Toiletries |
Towels |
| Equipments | |||
|---|---|---|---|
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Beach Towels |
Coffeemaker |
Full Kitchen |
Hair dryer |
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Iron/ironing board |
Juicer |
Nespresso |
Wet bar |
| High-Tech | |||
|---|---|---|---|
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Satellite TV |
Stereo |
Telephone |
TV |
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Wi-Fi access |
| Outdoor | |||
|---|---|---|---|
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BBQ |
Beach chair |
Beach umbrella |
Garden |
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Outdoor dining |
Outdoor furniture |
| Security | |||
|---|---|---|---|
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Safe |
| Services | |||
|---|---|---|---|
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24-hour, multilingual Concierge |
Car |
Cocktail on arrival |
Express check-in/check-out |
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Meals |
| Services extra | |||
|---|---|---|---|
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24-hour laundry/dry-cleaning/pressing |
Activities and excursions |
Bicycles |
Cost of food and beverages |
|
Dry cleaning services |
Gift shop |
Laundry services |
Massages |
|
One-hour pressing |
Restaurant |
Services and amenities for younger guests |
Spa treatment |
|
Villa pre-stocking |
Wine card |
Yoga |
| Sport & leisure | |||
|---|---|---|---|
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Bicycles |
Exercise Room |
Fitness center |
Gym |
|
Kayaks |
Shared tennis court |
Snorkeling equipment |
Spa |
|
Tennis equipment |
Tennis lesson |
| Staff | |||
|---|---|---|---|
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Chef |
Concierge |
Gardener |
Maid Service |
|
Pool Attendant |
Villa Manager |
| Staff extra | |||
|---|---|---|---|
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Baby sitter |
Coach |
Masseuse |
Skipper |
|
Yoga |
Staff & Services
One of the greatest advantages of staying in villa Lumina is the personalised service provided by dedicated staff.
Villa Lumina staff have been professionally trained and will do their utmost to please with their warm and friendly hospitality.
Manager
Your
villa manager and staff will be on hand throughout your stay to pour
your morning coffee, serve dinner in the evenings and provide you with a
dedicated and highly personalised concierge service during your stay.
Private transfers, other in-resort activities can all be organised via
our team.
Concierge
From your first phone call right
through until you get back home we're on hand to help with all aspects
of your trip. We can assist with standard services from spa treatments
and restaurant reservations right through to more challenging and unique
requests. You'll also have access to local support in your destination
for on the spot help.
Housekeeping Staff
A discreet daily housekeeping service is provided at the villa.
Private Chef
The villa offers the services of dedicates personal chefas weel as a
housekeeper. Every meaal is prepared from the freshest ingredients,
including locally-caught seafood and island-grown vegetables and herbs.
Menus are curated to suit to personal preferences and tastes, with
special meals such as picnics, intimate dinners and beach BBQs easily
arranged.
Pool & Garden Attendant
An attendant ensure the pool and the garden look their best, without ever intruding on guests' privacy.
Pool
Private swimming pool.
At the Resort:
Poolside
Bordered
by vibrant bougainvillea trellises, the 30-metre, aqua-tiled swimming
pool stretches out in front of the Clubhouse. Bask on your
umbrella-shaded sun-bed or one of the three open-air salas where comfy
mattresses reign supreme.
Swimming pool
There isn't a dedicated children's pool, but the main pool sports inflatables, floats and arm-bands.
Location
Cerulean sky and turquoise sea merge at the Resort, a whisper-quiet
private island retreat in the Philippines. Part of the Cuyo Archipelago,
northeast of Palawan Island, guests arrive by private plane to the
island's own airstrip.
Resort's powdery white-sand beach stretches
the full 6.5-kilometre perimeter of the island, enclosing an unspoilt
tropical wilderness. A pristine coral reef awaits exploration just
offshore.
Planes
The island has its own airstrip and
is only accessible by plane. Fly into the Philippines' capital's Manila
Ninoy Aquino International Airport (www.manila-airport.net), where you
can pick up the super-scenic 70-minute flight to the island (not
included in rates; 20kg weight limit a passenger, including hand
luggage). Enjoy panoramic views as you wing your way there on the
19-seat twin-engine plane.
Activities
Your villa manager
will have a wealth of information about places of interest and will
help arrange transport and make any bookings required. Do also ask the
staff about the area too. Most will live nearby and can give an
interesting insight into some of the fascinating aspects of local
life...
Family-friendly Resort's kids' activity coordinator hosts
a range of indoor and outdoor distractions, including arts and crafts,
movie nights, tree-planting and organic gardening. Older kids will enjoy
the resort's active mix of tennis, nature walks, cycling, swimming,
snorkelling, marine sports (such as windsurfing, kayaking and sailing)
and dive centre (for kids aged eight or over only). Little ones will
love watching turtles hatch in season.
Experience
The turquoise waters of the Pamalican Island, home to vibrant coral reefs, are the focus of exploration and enjoyment at this private island hideawayAdventures
Whether it is sailing or scuba diving, windsurfing or simply frolicking in the water, Resort offers an abundance of aquatic activities, all available to novices and experts alike. On land, tennis courts and bicycles are complemented by nature walks, which take in the lush indigenous plants as well as the dozens of bird species that make seasonal homes on the island and the nesting sites of green and hawksbill sea turtles. At night, an astronomical refracting telescope helps get up close to the stars
- Powdery white sand encircles the whole of Pamalican, perfect for circumnavigating the island barefoot.
- Gentle breezes make sailing and windsurfing year-around pleasures at the Resort.
- Seven square kilometres of pristine coral reef start just 300 mètres from Resort's white-sand beach.
Cruise
resort's large fleet of boats is available for a variety of activities and excursions, as well as private charters. Visit nearby islands or stop at offshore reefs for snorkelling; fish in the turquoise waters, guided by the resort's expert staff; or enjoy lunch as you drift along in the cooling breeze.
- Explore the chamging hues of the waters surrounding pamalican from the pontoon boat as the sun sets, with a cocktail in hand.
- Resort's fleet includes several motor boat as well as a pontoon boat and a number of sailboats.
Services included
Exclusive
use of Villa Raina booked. Use of the services of the staff team,
including villa manager, housekeepers, private chef...
Villa
is staffed with a dedicated chef and a personal villa attendant who
oversees all arrangements, requests and activities. Owners also have
access to all resort services. These include concierge, buggies, guiding
and babysitting services, as well as Villa maintenance and security.
Villa
owners have privileged access to all of Resort's facilities and
amenities, including the Clubhouse Restaurant, Beach Club, Lagoon Club,
Aman Spa, Pilates studio, yoga studio and gym.
Additional Notes
Children
Welcome: baby cots and extra beds or day-beds for under-12s can be provided for free. Babysitting with hotel staff can be arranged with 48 hours' notice.Children old enough to swim and enjoy the wide range of watersports and kids' club activities.
Children are welcome in the hotel's Clubhouse restaurant which offers a kids' menu, and at the Beach and Lagoon Clubs. Lunch at the Windsurf Hut is bound to be a hit, with pizzas cooked in a wood-burning oven and consumed on the sand.
Dining
Locally-caught seafood and island-grown vegetables and herbs take prominence on Resort's menu. Served across venues from the Clubhouse Restaurant and Beach Club to private salas and beach barbecues, dishes can be centred around ingredients that guests pick themselves from the island's organic garden.- Grouper, crabs, lobster and sea urchin are among the daily catches by local fisherman, along with a variety of other seasonal seafood.
- A bamboo platform raft with thatched roof, the Kawayan bar was made for lounging, snorkelling and enjoying the sea.
- Enjoy a private barbecue on the beachfront of secluded cave or up high in gary's nest, overlooking the pier.
Spa
World Spa Awards: Philippines' Best Resort Spa 2016Resort is a place of peace, where relaxation and wellness, go hand in hand. The large spa is set on a hillside above, the treetops with far-reaching views to the turquoise waters. Designed as a tranquil sanctuary, the connected pavilions are made from native wood with seashell-lined ceilings and are interspersed with outdoor relaxation salas.
- The yoga and meditation studio is a peaceful space for quiet contemplation and revitalisation.
- Derived from the traditional healing arts of the Philippines, the hilot massage alternates hot and cold to rebalance areas of tension.
- With floor to ceiling windows, the gym looks out over the island's vegetation to the sea.
Events
Consummate privacy and a paradisiacal setting ensure a memorable occasion, be it a destination wedding or private retreat.
Eco friendly
The hotel is involved in turtle conservation and supports the surrounding island communities through the Andres Soriano Foundation. Food is locally sourced, with organic and homegrown produce where possible, and most staff are local.You may also be interested in these villas...
