Last Sunday, we had an outing to Splash Mountain Resort in Los BaΓ±os, Lagunaβabout two hours away from Manila. Venturing in thisΒ resort is best for those who are looking for a kind of adventure that’s friendly for everyone in the family.Β Activities done here will surely make your vacation memorable and meaningful. π Read on for a host of things you need to know when planning for a visit.
Top 5 Things You Need to Know When Visiting Splash Mountain Resort (Los BaΓ±os, Laguna)
1. Room Rates and Reservation
Splash Mountain Resort boasts a variety of excellent lodging options, all housed in its tastefully developed outbuildings. Guests can choose to stay in for the night or just book a room for the day. Room reservations can be done via email or phone call. The room rate is the same for both day and night. This means that even if you are not staying overnight, you’re still charged the same amount. Check-in time is 2pm and check-out time is 12nn the next day.
For more info about the room rates, visit their website.
2. Food
Splash Mountain Resort has a restaurant that serves American, Filipino and Chinese food and it’s open from 6AM to 10PM. If you don’t prefer eating food from the inside restaurant/cafe, you are free to bring your own. Selected items such as alcoholic drinks and softdrinks incur some corkage fee though. You may also grill seafood, meat and vegetables, as charcoal grills are available for rent. Moreover, they can accommodate kitchen service.
Note: They offer complimentary breakfast for occupants of the Suites and Oasis hotels. No need to worry about breakfast. Whew! π
3. Swimming Pool
For me, the main attraction in this resort are the swimming poolsβ19 of them, in various sizes catered to all ages! This is a great place to experience natural hot springs from Mount Makiling and the relaxing breeze of the countryside.
There are activity pools with waterslides designed for both children and adults. Also, the giant waterslide will be opened in the summer of 2015, so watch out!
With regard to swimming attire, the resort management is not strict. Any clean and decent shorts (not briefs for men) and shirts can be worn while swimming. That said, you don’t need to feel shy about wearing tight swimsuits (two-piece or a maillot) and short trunks. π
4. Other Facilities
Aside from swimming pools, Splash Mountain Resort has a gym, a basketball court, a tennis court, and venues for team-building activities and events such as weddings, debut parties, and seminars that accommodate up to 400 guests. (The Splash resort phase I has a capacity of 1,000 to 3,000 guests.) Plus, they are open for an exclusive day tour package for the whole resort to include lodging, swimming and food.
5. Entertainment
Just because youβre on vacation doesnβt mean you have to completely unplug from the world. Wireless free internet (wi-fi) is available in the lobbies of Splash, Suites, Oasis and City of Springs hotels. Surf the net all you want. π
For those who want to sing, the good news is that they have a coin-operated videoke in the resort area. If you’re staying in a function room, you can choose to also rent a mobile videoke setup at the convention building in front of the giant waterslides.
A convenience store slash souvenir shop is nearby, where you can buy gifts for your loved ones back at home.
Wrap Up
Dreaming of sun-kissed days on a resort? You’re in luck. Splash Mountain Resort is open all the days of the year. Whether you already live in a steamy locale (like we do) or are just looking forward to a sunnier climate, you’re likely going to both beat the heat by swimming into the colder pools or relax with warmer pools here. Hate the sun? Stop by in the late afternoon or early evening. Their gates are also open for night swimming.
Another good thing is that this resort is easy accessible. For directions on how to go to Splash Mountain Resort, read this.
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WoW! Great resort. Good Review.
I am thinking of it now,…hmmmm…this could be another great summer getaways!
The resort is nice, with decent pool for summer and great access to the mountainside. There are lots of things to love in this place. π
We planned to visit this place years ago. However, it never transpired. Your post somewhat gave me another push to plan it again.
Visit this property if you have a chance soon. Splash Mountain Resort is a great place for families ANY time of year!
Wow, 19 pools??? That’s crazy! Sounds like a great getaway place, but at the moment i cannot even think of another sunny place, Surabaya is boiling hot i just want to lie in the fridge all day…
Haha yeah, the same is true here in Manila. But now since it’s nearing December, we can almost experience the “amihan” season when cool winds are more likely to blow through.
It looks like a fabulous hotel. I just love that super large swimming pool!
I’d love to swim in a large pool because ours at home is not enough to make a decent lap. π
Looks so good but too far for us π
If all these sound/look good, you can always list this as one of the places in your travel bucket list. π
This looks like a great place to stay especially for families. My son would love the pool with all the slides and stuff.
Yeah he would enjoy playing in the water for sure. π
Dude 19?! WOAH!!! That’s a lot! The fact that they allow you to bring in food and let you grill them and there is a karaoke machine then, I got to say that this indeed caters to the needs of a Filipino barkada/ family.. Karaoke and grilled food is love! awesome π
Haha yes, you read that right! There’s a lot of pools to dip into. This is an awesome place for a reunion with high school classmates, teambuilding with the whole division in your company or maybe your wedding. Speaking of which, when yun?
hihi okay lah enough teasing.
Thanks for this little tour. Splash Mountain sounds like a blast!
You’re welcome, Dawn! It will be a blast if you’re with a great company. π The more, the merrier!
That looks amazing! The only Filipino food I have had is Lumpia, but it is a fav! This looks like a very family friendly great time!
We’ve tried the food from their restaurant and the quality was pretty average. Maybe it’s best when hot. π Yeah, try their water slides.
19 Swimming pools? That is so cool. I love swimming.
Yes! There are pools for children and adults. Also, there are pools for swimmers and non-swimmers (those who only want to stay in the water and play). π
Looks like a destination that I would love to visit! So much fun and things to do there.
You won’t be bored with lots of facilities available in the place. π
What a cute place to stay! I will definitely keep it in mind for the future!
It will be a nice treat for your family when you make a surprise visit and bring them here! π
What a lovely resort. I bet the giant water slide is going to be a lot of fun when it opens.
That’s for sure! I’m excited. π
These are interesting facts about Splash Mountain Resort. It has piqued my interest.
Visit the place and mark it as one of the places to write about. π You’ll appreciate it more in actual.
This looks really fun! Thanks for the tips for when I visit. π
You’re welcome, Cindy! The resort is spacious and I never felt like I was stuck somewhere and seeing the same group of people in the same places (like some resorts start to feel).
Looks like you had a great time. I would love to visit.
Yes, we did. You can find serenity here away from your daily grind. There are spots where you can just appreciate nature as well. π
That looks so lovely. We are heading into Winter here in Canada so that outdoor play area and pool looks wonderful.
Laguna has plenty of resorts in the same area placed side by side. Seriously, you will have a hard time deciding where to go. Here’s one reco so you can have Splash Mountain Resort already shortlisted. π
Nice place just a few hours away from Manila.
Yup, and I tell you it’s easy to go here. With the directions instructed in their website, you won’t be lost. π
Those slides look like a lot of fun! Thanks for the tour
You’re welcome. π The slides were most enjoyed by my sister and mother who even went to the point where they took the slide at the same time (my mom sitting at the back). #FUN #GOODTIMES
The first thing I appreciate about the place is that it’s so clean. There also seems to be a lot of good activities here.
Yes, you’re right with that observation. During our visit, it was almost like we had reserved the entire Oasis section to our group since we were the only people there. Privacy/seclusion in the quiet is one advantage of going to this kind of resort during non-peak season. π
I like that setup too having the place all to yourself because it’s off season.
It was actually raining in the afternoon. That didn’t stop my family from swimming under the rain. Good thing they didn’t get sick, haha. I was just scared of thunder and lightning (so I better be out of the water). π
This looks like an amazing place for the whole family to visit. I would love to spend a couple days there with the family. Thanks for sharing.
You’re welcome, Rebecca. Check out the hotel rates posted on their website. It’s best to inquire by reaching out to them if they have promotions ongoing so you can have the best deal. π
This looks like a fantastic place to visit. I have never been to Splash Mountain. I would love to bring my kids for a vacation.
This was also our first time to visit. First stop was Oasis and we thought that was the only pool at the place (so why bother to go farther from our house…), then we walked around and discovered the other pools and facilities in the same resort! Waaah π
What a beautiful resort. Your posts are making me want to visit the Philippines.
Hehe thanks, Erica! You should. π
That’s a lot of swimming pools.But like you that would be spend a lot of time getting wet, event though I can’t swim.
Non-swimmers are absolutely welcome. You can spend time in the pool just enjoying the water and the sun. π
This place looks like a blast! Definitely putting it on my “Need to Visit” list.
Good move. I really recommend this resort for celebrations. You can bring thousands of people in one same exciting venue. π
How fun! I love water parks.
Trying out the waterslides would be the coolest. π
They have numerous swimming pools! I checked their site and the room rates were cheaper than the others, considering that this is a nice place
I was also surprised that the entrance fees are super affordable. If you’re not staying in and just renting a cottage/table for your belongings and dining, an outing here won’t put even a small dent in your wallet. π
The place looks visualy appealing. This is indeed a good place for leisure to take place. I can’t imagine how spacious the place is.
It has open doors all days of the year so you may drop by for a visit anytime you’re free. π
I wish I could visit this place soon with my family and friends! I love the fact that it’s super affordable but the place looks great π
Yes, affordable — that part I love too. π
Wow! This is such a nice place! It’s been a long time since the last visit we had in Los Banos..
I really like it when the water’s warm and not freezing cold.
I like the pool most as I just love to swim.
Best time to swim is around 4PM-6PM since you’ll still have the sun but the heat is not overpowering.
It looks like an amazing weekend away. I love swimming and the country so this looks like a great fit for me.
You’ll love this place. π
I love their hot spring pool! I really wish I could bring the kids here or to any hot spring resort in Laguna π
The kids will surely enjoy the water slides. π
Yay! Thank you for sharing this. Now I have an idea where to go in Laguna for our summer outing. I’ve seen this place already because we go to Quezon once a year so it’s along the high way naman.
You’re welcome. Hope you have an enjoyable stay here with your family next time. π
My daughter will die when she sees the pool area!!
Haha huwag naman sana. π
hahaha, I will die pala. Kasi sigurado I’ll shoulder all our expenses..hehehe
Haha well ganyan talaga parents. π Hayaan mo pag tanda ng anak mo, chance naman ninyo magpasarap nang libre. π
It’s been awhile since I last heard of the place – and I think I’ve never been there myself, lol… always at the wrong time to even go there but I always wanted it – seems fun.
Ohh so you’ve heard of Splash Mountain before! I’ve just known Splash Island in Laguna. I think it’s the most popular ever since.
Oh this is very accessible from our place. I’ll definitely keep this in mind.
Thank you for sharing your experience at splash mountain. We are going there with my families and friends on sunday.
Hi Joy! Hope you enjoy. π It’s still the peak of summer. Don’t forget sunscreen!
Hi Ma’am, can i ask for a cellnumber so that i cn inquireand book? Thank you!
I don’t have the cell phone. Please refer to their landline number on the post. Thanks!