A walk through a Garden

CEBU, Philippines – There is a sweeping consciousness of going green nowadays. People turn to nature to relax and get rid of the toxicity brought about by urban living. Cebu is one of the places that are considered to be relaxing, which is probably why Cebu's only garden hotel has survived despite the competition.

Montebello Villa Hotel is already 37 years old and yet it has maintained its charm. This sprawling property is set amidst a Spanish-inspired hacienda with a tropical garden as its main attraction. The well-manicured lawn, a wide collection of fauna and flora, a bridge atop a lagoon where cat tail, fox tail, and lotus plants thrive along with the tilapias, Bilgeria vine (a native of Africa) crawling through the fences, and an Olympic-size swimming pool complete the picture of an ideal garden. Just imagine how divine it is to stay in one of the newly-constructed deluxe rooms with such views right at your window.

The Bridge of Love is a witness to countless memorable weddings at the garden and Montebello has earned a mark because of this.

For dining options, La Terraza restaurant is a place to dine if you wish to continuously marvel at the foliage while you indulge on your favorite food or while sipping your favorite smoothie. Their Subga-Sugba every Friday night is also something to look forward to. 

The Ikenobo Club of Cebu gathers at this four-hectare hotel every Monday.

So step into a healthier lifestyle, stay in a green environment…make it Montebello Villa Hotel.