The Philippines' Salaya Beach Houses delivers a rare combination of world-class diving and boutique luxury resort experiences. With just nine private suites set in an oceanfront garden, guests are indulged with bespoke personal services and a serene setting conducive to relaxation and wellness. Salaya is located in the Dumaguete region of Negros Island, an area of the Philippines known for exceptional muck and macro diving, as well as convenient access to the magnificent coral reefs of Apo Island. This best-of-both-worlds scenario allows for an exceptional diversity of underwater experiences.
The Resort
Salaya Beach Houses meld modern amenities with traditional Filipino craftsmanship to create living spaces that employ modern minimalist design to evoke a sense of calm relaxation. The resort's one-bedroom Ocean-View Suites are ideal for couples and single guests. These accommodations feature a separate bedroom, full kitchen and a living area with floor-to-ceiling windows that provide sweeping water views. Suites also include patios, a private garden and an outdoor shower space.
Families and groups can select a two-bedroom Luxury Penthouse, which combines communal living, dining and kitchen spaces with bedrooms with private ensuite baths. Three units provide a two-story floor plan with the master suite upstairs. The fourth and largest, the Deluxe Penthouse, combines single-level living with dramatic views of the gardens and ocean. For maximum flexibility, penthouses offer a choice of California king-size beds or twin beds, with additional single beds provided if needed.
The latest addition to the property is a two-bedroom cottage located just inland of the waterfront and resort facilities. This property was added to create a budget-friendly option for guests seeking the ideal blend of privacy, comfort and value.
Suites and Penthouses overlook the resort's pool, outdoor bar and the Dahon Restaurant. Under the guidance of a top chef, Salaya's restaurant has earned a reputation as one of the top dining choices on the island. Menus that blend international cuisines with Asian influences feature fresh organic ingredients and options for paleo, vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free dining. Meals can also be enjoyed at a private beachfront table, or in the comfort of a Penthouse or Suite.
The Diving
Salaya Beach Houses sits on a shoreline in the heart of Asia's Coral Triangle, home to the world's most bio-diverse coral reef ecosystems. The area is also a prime destination for muck and macro diving. Divers can enjoy a lively house reef day and night, and there are more than 15 exceptional sites just minutes from the resort. The volcanic sands typical of these sites provide endless hours of critter hunting for prizes such as frogfish, mimic, mototi and blue-ringed octopus, ambon scorpionfish, frogfish, and a wealth of colorful corals.
Different diving experiences await on the coral-clad slopes and walls of nearby Apo Island, which is visited regularly by the Salaya dive team. Apo is a marine life and turtle sanctuary renowned for pristine coral reefs and dramatic underwater landscapes.
The resort's dive center provides five-star concierge services that include gear handling and post-dive maintenance. All diving is conducted in small groups of four or fewer to ensure individual attention and uncrowded exploration. Dives are conducted from a large banka-style vessel designed for a comfortable ride and ample onboard space. The dive center includes personal drying and storage areas and a well-equipped camera room. Gear and camera rental services are provided, nitrox is available and Salaya is a PADI and SDI/TDI training facility accredited for everything from discover diving to advanced, specialty and technical diving programs.
Wellness, Discovery and Adventure
Therapies at Salaya's waterfront spa are just one facet of the resort's commitment to wellness and rejuvenation. Guests can partake in a range of group and private yoga and fitness programs, including a specialty yoga class for divers that incorporates breath control techniques and poses to enhance underwater comfort and performance. The wellness center staff can also create personal wellness, meditation and dietary programs that promote health and wellbeing.
Guests also have access to a variety of non-diving activities. Active-minded visitors can take guided tours and hikes to waterfalls, caves, and hot springs. Other options include paddleboard and kayak explorations, jungle ziplines, coastal boat safaris, cycle tours and day trips to swim with whale sharks in Oslob. Cultural activities range from cooking classes, and visits to local markets to day trips to the historic city of Dumaguete.
Salaya Beach Houses is reached by a one-hour connecting flight from Manila or Cebu to Dumaguete City. Arriving guests are greeted at the airport by resort staff for an air-conditioned van transfer. Caradonna agents can take care of all details or reservations, airfare and other aspects of international travel and transfer. Contact an agent today to learn about current special promotions and values at Salaya Beach Houses.