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.
Just steps from the beach in secluded settings along Pamalican's shore, Villa Malaya offer consummate privacy. Designed for seamless indoor-to-outdoor living, each one is arranged around an expansive swimming pool with outdoor lounging and dining areas, and one, two or four separate bedroom pavilions. A club car per bedroom invites independent exploration of the island.
Four-bedroom beachside Villa Malaya is designed around a central private swimming pool and are staffed with a private chef and a butler.
Fringed with a brilliant white beach and pristine reefs, its interior gentle jungle with sandy tracks and hilltop lookout spots, Pamalican Island is a tropical paradise, home to the Resort Villas. Rarely offered for resale, just one villa is currently available, resting on the island's east coast with a coral reef offshore. Lush foliage provides exceptional privacy for the four-bedroom villa set on 1.2 acres, with open sea views from the expansive sundeck and private pool. Villa owners enjoy tropical weather year-round, a comprehensive resort Spa, exceptional scuba diving and water sports, and exclusive access to all the resort's facilities.
Bedroom 1
En-suite bedroom with king-size bed, Large bathroom with Cebu marble accents, twin vanities, bathtub and rain showers.
Bedroom 2
En-suite bedroom with king-size bed, Large bathroom with Cebu marble accents, twin vanities, bathtub and rain showers.
Bedroom 3
En-suite bedroom with king-size bed, Large bathroom with Cebu marble accents, twin vanities, bathtub and rain showers.
Bedroom 4
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 and dining pavilion, kitchen and outdoor his-and-hers divans.
One of the greatest advantages of staying in villa Malaya is the personalised service provided by dedicated staff.
Villa Malaya 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.
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.
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.
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 hideaway.
AdventuresWhether 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.
The sand near the Beach Club is lined with umbrellas and reclining chairs; all meals are served in its open-air pavilion and pillow-strewn deck.
- Gentle breezes make sailing and windsurfing year-around pleasures at the Resort.
A number of watercraft and windsurfing gear suitable for all abilities is available at the Sea Sports and Windsurf Huts, as well as kayaks and fishing equipment.
- Seven square kilometres of pristine coral reef start just 300 mètres from Resort's white-sand beach.
Clear waters ensure excellent visibility, and scuba and snorkelling guides can cater to divers of all abilities, including complete beginners.
Cruiseresort'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.
Moonlight and starlight cruises are also available, offering a different perspective on the island; return to a private barbecue and bonfire at your villa.
- Resort's fleet includes several motor boat as well as a pontoon boat and a number of sailboats.
Whether it is island hopping, sailing the cooling winds or cruising in the pristine waters, Resort' watercraft are at the ready, with instruction and guides available to accompany you.
Exclusive use of Villa 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.
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.
The island's garden grows four varieties of tomato, a range of herbs, aubergine, pumpkin, beans and much more, and all further ingredients are locally sourced in the Philippines
- A bamboo platform raft with thatched roof, the Kawayan bar was made for lounging, snorkelling and enjoying the sea.
Afloat on the pristine waters by the Pamalican Island, a bartender serves cocktails before an on-board picnic or barbecue, as schools of vibrant fish swim by
- Enjoy a private barbecue on the beachfront of secluded cave or up high in gary's nest, overlooking the pier.
Whether it is an intimate, romantic evening or an afternoon gathering for the whole family, a Filipino barbecue creates a memorable ambiance
Spa
World Spa Awards: Philippines' Best Resort Spa 2016
Resort 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.
Panoramic views of the island and sea complement sessions with yoga and Pilates practitioners who cater to all experience levels.
- Derived from the traditional healing arts of the Philippines, the hilot massage alternates hot and cold to rebalance areas of tension.
One of many soothing therapies available in the spa, the Hilot treatment makes use of local products such as banana leaves and cold-pressed coconut oil.
- With floor to ceiling windows, the gym looks out over the island's vegetation to the sea.
Outfitted with the state-of-the-art cardio machines and free weight equipment, the gym is a space to revitalise body and mind, with a personal trainer available to guide workouts.
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.
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