Pontefino: Perfect summer destination

With the mercury soaring so high, summer is officially here. And what better way to keep cool than by leaving the scorching city and heading off to the more temperate climes of a holiday hideaway? With its charming Mediterranean-inspired edifice, quiet gardens, world-class cuisine, and top-notch recreational and fitness facilities, Hotel Pontefino in Batangas City makes for the perfect summer destination.

City denizens who wish to get away from the metro’s heat and hubbub will experience the ultimate in rest and relaxation like no other in Hotel Pontefino’s two summer specials.

Foodies and gourmets will have their fill in the Gourmet Package. For R5,500, a couple can enjoy full board meals served family style of the famed New Batangas Cuisine specially created by Executive chef Dennis Edillon, Jr. The cuisine features modern, but equally delectable takes on tradition Batangueño cuisine.

The package also includes overnight accommodations for two in a premium room, the complimentary use of Pontefino’s recreational facilities and badminton courts (for the first hour). Two accompanying children below 10 years old are free of charge.

The Barkada Package, on the other hand, offers overnight accommodation for four adults with Gourmet Breakfast and the complimentary use of Pontefino’s recreational facilities and badminton courts (for the first hour). This package is priced at R5,000.