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 / nótt
Pantaðu þetta ef You want the 'Santorini' Instagram aesthetic on a budget and don't mind paying extra for pool access.
Af hverju fólk elskar þetta
- Instantly recognizable white-and-blue architecture
- Glass-walled 'aquarium' pool perfect for photos
- Secluded, quiet location away from the main highway traffic
Stutt samantekt: A budget-friendly photo studio disguised as a condotel where you pay extra for every amenity.
Farið yfir af @lutein05: 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.
Gestur sem dvaldi hér sagði
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
Hreinlæti og viðhald
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.
Sleepability™
7.5ÞÖGULT
0-4HÁTT
4-7.5MIÐLUNGS
7.5-10ÞÖGULT
- Loud window-type air conditioners
- Hallway noise from other guests
- Construction or renovation in nearby units
Áður en þú bókar
Gott að vita
- 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
Hvað á að pakka
- Toiletries (condo units often provide bare minimum)
- Thick jacket (Tagaytay gets chilly at night)
- Swim cap (sometimes required for the pool)
Herbergis-Genie
Bestu val
- Units with 'Veranda' or 'Balcony' for fresh air (essential in Tagaytay)
- Higher floor units for better light and less hallway noise
Herbergi til að forðast
- Ground floor units near the pool (noisy and privacy issues)
- Units facing the parking lot (less scenic)
Herbergisbeiðna-Genie – afrita og líma
“I 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.”
Algengar spurningar og falin ábendingar
Allt sem þú vilt vita áður en þú bókar.
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.
Innherja ábendingar
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The 'glass wall' pool is smaller than it looks in photos—go 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 hlutir sem þú ættir að vita áður en þú ferð
💡The 'Santorini' white paint is showing its age with visible peeling and rust stains in common areas.
💡You have to wear a wristband or carry a pass to prove you're a guest when walking around.
💡Mobile data is notoriously weak inside the concrete buildings.
💡The 'Jacuzzi' mentioned in some ads often requires a separate, steep reservation fee (P1,000+).
💡Getting a tricycle back to the highway at night can be difficult; get the guard to help you hail one.
Staðbundin handbók
Kort
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