TRAVEL
Romantic Airbnb Getaways in the Philippines under $100
It’s no secret that a lot of people love to go on vacation, especially with family and loved ones. You travel together to new places, spend time exploring a new environment, and use this as a way to build a stronger bond.
A lot of couples may agree that if they had the funds to travel abroad, the Philippines is one of the countries they would love to visit.
Who can blame them? The archipelagic country is great for every kind of tourist. From beach lovers and backpack travelers to friends celebrating a special occasion and newly wedded couples, there’s something for every kind of traveler.
Like other tourists, you may want to make the most out of your vacation days, but hotel prices aren’t exactly cheap, especially when it’s peak season. Thankfully, Airbnb offers cheaper alternatives.
You’ll find lots of Airbnb options that offer the best value for your stay without going over your budget. This will save you some cost without sacrificing the quality of your stay.
Here are some of our romantic Airbnb recommendations:
1. Overlooking forest cabin
Surrounded by virgin forests with a spectacular view of the lake, the forest cabin is an eco-friendly nature getaway that is perfect if you and your partner want complete privacy.
The cabin is located in a secluded part of Tagaytay. The space is good for couples, groups of friends, and families. It includes a spacious living area, outdoor hot shower, complete kitchen, dining for six, and plenty of outdoor space for lounging.
Wifi is not available. The host hopes you use your stay to enjoy nature and appreciate the company of the people staying with you.
To get there, it’s best to hire a private car or use public transportation.
Rate per night: ₱3,490 or roughly $68
Host: Ian
Superhost: Yes
Location: Tagaytay, Calabarzon
Entire home: You’ll have the cabin to yourself.
House rules: No parties, pets, or children.
2. La Bella staycation with free private parking
La Bella is a boutique hotel with plenty of Instagrammable areas. It’s inspired by Santorini architecture. The place has a 2 bedroom unit, a small kitchen, a dining area, and a cozy living area. Wifi and Netflix are available.
One of the hotel’s highlights is their Bodhi café and library. Try their unique coffee and delicious pita pouches.
Rate per night: ₱3,650 or roughly $71
Host: Sophia
Superhost: No
Location: Tagaytay, Calabarzon
Entire home: You’ll have a private room in a condominium.
House rules: No pets, parties, or events.
3. Fresh Bohemian
Fresh Bohemian is located on the higher floors of Cityland Tagaytay Prime Residences, which offers a breathtaking view of the city and an amazing front view of the Taal lake.
The room is air-conditioned and equipped with 1 full-sized bed, 1 sofa, and extra bedding for guests. It has a small kitchen that comes with a few basic appliances like a fridge and microwave oven.
It also has a 43” smart tv with Netflix, Google, and Youtube. If you’d like to have a better view of the Taal lake and volcano, you can access the viewing deck on the 24th floor.
One of the room’s main highlights is its gorgeous frontal view of Lake Taal and its volcano from the room’s balcony.
Rate per night: ₱2,900 or roughly $57
Host: Carl & Arlyn
Superhost: Yes
Location: Tagaytay, Calabarzon
Entire home: You’ll have the guest suite for yourself.
House rules: No pets, parties, or events.
4. Private room in tiny house
Hosted by the BLOC team, they offer a unique way to camp outdoors called glamping. The place is located within the BLOC campsite which is located on top of the Sierra Madre mountains and surrounded by a fresh-water lake.
The nature site is generally peaceful, and is perfect for work from home millennials and couples who want to celebrate a special occasion or experience glamping.
Following the true style of camping outdoors, you’ll have to bring your own basic essentials and camping gear such as portable stoves. There is a camp kitchen you can use to cook your breakfast and public facilities for toilets and baths.
Rate per night: ₱2,499 or roughly $49
Host: BLOC
Superhost: No
Location: Cavinti, Calabarzon
Entire home: You’ll have the guest suite for yourself.
House rules: No pets, parties, or events.
5. Romantic Hygge Hideaway
Romantic Hygge Hideaway is like your home away from home. The place is newly remodeled with a Scandinavian minimalist design in mind. The host believes comfort is everything.
Located in Tagaytay rotonda, the space is great for couples, small families, or groups of friends who want to stay at the heart of the city. You can also visit nearby malls and restaurants, and there is a great transportation hub for going to famous tourist destinations in Tagaytay.
The host recently added a Sony Bravia UHD 4K Android TV and a PS5 with 100+ games, which is the room’s main highlight.
Rate per night: ₱3948 or roughly $77
Host: Eric & Mitch
Superhost: Yes
Location: Tagaytay, Calabarzon
Entire home: You’ll have the condominium to yourself.
House rules: No pets, parties, or events.
Why choose the Philippines
According to the U.S. Travel Association, couples who travel together are reported to have higher levels of satisfaction with their relationships. 86% of respondents who travel as a couple believe their romance is still alive in their relationship, compared to 73% of respondents who do not travel together.
So why choose the Philippines?
Not only is the country full of paradise beaches, a warm climate, and an impressive biodiversity, but the people are also warm and welcoming towards guests and tourists.
There are plenty of things to keep you busy. Whether you want to dive and admire the tropical reefs, rent a motorbike and travel to the tops of the mountains, visit historic sites, or drink a beer at a bar and relax, there are no wrong choices.
Additionally, many Filipinos know how to speak English, which makes the language barrier almost non-existent. Not to mention many services in the Philippines are cheap and affordable, which makes it one of the most attractive travel destinations.
Disclaimer: Prices stated in the article are subject to change at any time.
Suggested read
