The hype
Beautiful for photos and relaxing for a night, but the 'hidden' costs for pool and parking frustrate many.
La Bella Tagaytay By Lea's
$40-80 / nacht
Boek dit als You want the 'Santorini' Instagram aesthetic on a budget and don't mind paying extra for pool access.
Waarom mensen ervan houden
- Instantly recognizable white-and-blue architecture
- Glass-walled 'aquarium' pool perfect for photos
- Secluded, quiet location away from the main highway traffic
Snel Overzicht: A budget-friendly photo studio disguised as a condotel where you pay extra for every amenity.
Beoordeeld door @lutein05:ย I honestly fell in love with the artistic vibe here. It feels like a slice of Greece right in Tagaytay. The library was my favorite spot to just disconnect, and having a kitchenette in the room made our family stay so much easier. A total hidden gem.
Gast die hier verbleef zei
Reality check
The rooms can smell musty due to Tagaytay's humidity, and the pool water is often freezing cold.
- Your main goal is taking Instagram photos
- You need a quiet place to work (Lea's units often have 300Mbps fiber)
- You want a self-contained staycation with a kitchen
Schoonmaak & Onderhoud
7.8
- Housekeeping: Self-catering style. Don't expect daily turndown service unless specifically requested/paid for.
- Bathroom hygiene: Generally clean grout, but watch out for weak water pressure and slow drainage.
- Maintenance: Common areas show wear (peeling paint, rust). Unit interiors depend heavily on the specific owner.
- Linens & towels: Standard residential quality. 'By Lea's' usually provides fresh, decent towels, but not luxury plush.
- Odors & scents: Can be musty if the room hasn't been aired out; humidity is high in Tagaytay.
Sleepabilityโข
7.5STIL
0-4LUID
4-7.5GEMATIGD
7.5-10STIL
- Loud window-type air conditioners
- Hallway noise from other guests
- Construction or renovation in nearby units
Voordat je boekt
Goed om te weten
- Bring cash for the pool fee (P100/head) and parking (P300/night)
- Tricycles from the main road cost ~P30-P50 per person
- Data signal (Globe/Smart) can be spotty inside units; rely on the unit's WiFi
Wat je mee moet nemen
- Toiletries (condo units often provide bare minimum)
- Thick jacket (Tagaytay gets chilly at night)
- Swim cap (sometimes required for the pool)
Kamer Genie
Beste keuzes
- Units with 'Veranda' or 'Balcony' for fresh air (essential in Tagaytay)
- Higher floor units for better light and less hallway noise
Kamers om te vermijden
- Ground floor units near the pool (noisy and privacy issues)
- Units facing the parking lot (less scenic)
Kamer Aanvraag Genie โ kopiรซren en plakken
โI am booking a unit By Lea's. Please confirm this specific unit has the upgraded 300Mbps WiFi and is located on an upper floor away from the pool noise.โ
Veelgestelde vragen & Verborgen tips
Alles wat je eigenlijk wilt weten voordat je boekt.
Is the pool free?
No. For 'Residences' guests (Airbnb/Agoda condo bookings), there is a fee of P100-P150 per person.
Is parking free?
No. Condo guests typically pay P250 (motorcycle) to P300 (car) per night for overnight parking.
Is there WiFi?
Yes, 'By Lea's' units specifically advertise 300Mbps Converge Fiber, which is much better than the building's public WiFi.
Can I cook in the room?
Most 'Residences' units have a kitchenette with a microwave and kettle, but heavy cooking is usually prohibited.
Is it pet friendly?
The complex is generally pet-friendly, but you must confirm with the specific unit owner (Lea) as policies vary by room.
Is the pool heated?
No, and it can get very cold, especially during 'Ber' months or early mornings.
Tips van Insiders
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The 'glass wall' pool is smaller than it looks in photosโgo early (8 AM) to get a shot without people.
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El Cocinero, the Spanish restaurant inside, is legit (Chef trained in Ibiza) and better than most tourist traps on the ridge.
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Bodhi Library is free to enter; you don't strictly need to buy coffee to browse books, but the waffles are cheap (P65).
5 dingen die je moet weten voordat je gaat
๐กThe 'Santorini' white paint is showing its age with visible peeling and rust stains in common areas.
๐กYou have to wear a wristband or carry a pass to prove you're a guest when walking around.
๐กMobile data is notoriously weak inside the concrete buildings.
๐กThe 'Jacuzzi' mentioned in some ads often requires a separate, steep reservation fee (P1,000+).
๐กGetting a tricycle back to the highway at night can be difficult; get the guard to help you hail one.
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