Melo Villareal
This Spring Resort in Quezon with the Clearest Water is open to the public for just 20 Pesos.
Quezon Province, Philippines — It’s the summer season! Once the summer heat is officially on, we Filipinos love to visit the beaches. Luckily, the Philippines is surrounded by top-class beaches: From the crystal clear waters of Boracay, the white beaches of Pagudpod, and the untouched beaches of Palawan. But have you heard of the Malinaw Spring Resort?
Where Is The Malinaw Spring Resort?
The Malinao or Malinaw Spring and Resort can be found near the borders of Lucban, Quezon, and Majayjay, Laguna. Other than its famous Longganisang Lucban and pancit habhab, the resort is beautifully situated at the foot of Mt. Banahaw, along the Lucban River.
Why Visit This Spring Resort?
The place is beautiful, with no chlorine, and the spring water comes directly from Mount Banahaw. It is perfect for social media photos! The name of the resort stands up for its clear water. Once you take a dive in its clear water, you will feel refreshed.
Since it’s located at the foot of Mt. Banahaw, the Malinao Spring Resort is surrounded by nature. As you enjoy the place, you will find different trees and animals. Thanks to its beauty and ambiance, you will feel happy and calm — perfect for a weekend retreat, especially if you are stressed out.
Things to do in the area
There are a lot of things to do at the Malinaw Spring Resort.
- Take a dip in the cool and refreshing water.
- Cook your favorite delicacies while enjoying the view.
- Capture the memories via photos.
- Just a few meters away from the resort, several groups are offering White Water Rafting services, which is a fun activity, especially if you are with adventure-driven friends.
How To Get There
There are several ways on how to get to the resort:
By Bus
Head over to any Bus Terminals where you can find buses with regular trips to Lucena:
- From EDSA-Kamuning – Lucena Lines, Jac Liner, Grand Star, Tritan bus to Lucena
- From Cubao-Araneta Terminal – Any buses bound to Legazpi or Naga via Lucena. Ask the conductor to drop you at the Grand Central Terminal in Lucena City.
- From EDSA-Pasay – JB Line Bicol Express, DLTB, Philtranco, or Inland Trailway bus to Lucena
- From Pureza – AB Liner Bus to Guinayangan via Lucena
Then take a jeepney ride to Lucban. From Lucban, take a tricycle and ask the driver to take you to the resort.
By Private Car
Head on towards SLEX and take the Batangas Exit. Turn left at the junction in Sto. Tomas, Batangas, then pass by San Pablo, Laguna, on your way to Quezon Province.
From Quezon Province, you will pass the towns of Tiaong, then Candelaria, and lastly, Sariaya. From Sariaya, you will find another junction. Turn right, and it will lead you to Lucena City.
Things You Need To Know
Where to Stay in Malinaw Spring Resort
There are cottages and rooms for rent in the resort. Prices vary, depending on the months and seasons when you will visit the place.
Entrance Fee and Cottage Rental
- Entrance Fee: 20PHP
- Cottages For Rent: 400PHP (Peak Season) and 100PHP (Low Season)
- Rooms: 800 to 1200PHP for an overnight stay
The signal can be a bit weak in the place.
Suppose you want to experience the beauty of the Malinao Spring Resort and everything that Lucban has to offer. In that case, the province has an annual festivity, the Pahiyas Festival, one of the Philippines’ most colorful festivals, on the 15th of May. Locals artistically decorate their houses with colorful harvests of grains, fruits, and vegetables. But prepare for the huge crowd too! You can also do a pilgrimage tour at Kamay ni Hesus in Lucban.
Also see: Top Things to do in Lucban, Quezon.
Make sure that before you leave the place, you grab some pasalubongs like the Pancit Habhab, Lucban Longganisa, Puto Bao, Adobo sa Puti, and Minanok!
Check out our complete list of recommended Hotels in Lucban, Quezon, via Agoda, or you may also see available Airbnb properties in the city.
Also see:
- 10 Beautiful Beaches in Quezon Province (Plus How to Get There)
- 5 Escapes Tourists would love to Explore in Albay
- Authentic Lucban Dinner at Buddy’s Pancit Lucban
- The Parish Church of San Gregorio Magno in Majayjay, Laguna
